Oakland's police department understaffed by 199 officers, study says

The Oakland Police Department is understaffed by at least 199 sworn officers, according to a new study commissioned by the Oakland City Council and made public after a records request from Oakland Report.

San Francisco police investigating fatal Tenderloin shooting, suspect in custody

Officers in San Francisco responded to the scene of a fatal shooting where at least one person died early Monday evening. Police say a suspect is in custody. 

Starbucks sets new dress code for workers as it revamps cafe look

Starbucks is implementing a new dress code for workers across its North American stores next month, as the coffee giant aims to refresh its store image and boost business under CEO Brian Niccol.

Teen leads Sonoma sheriff's deputies on 16-mile pursuit in alleged stolen truck

A 15-year-old led Sonoma County sheriff's deputies on a 16-mile chase in an alleged stolen vehicle, which resulted in a collision involving a deputy's vehicle, officials say. 

Nearly 70 arrested in single drug sweep operation in San Francisco

San Francisco authorities arrested dozens throughout the city in a single day in an effort to disrupt the drug market and narcotics sales in the city.

Police investigating homicide near Oakland schools

A person was shot and killed near two schools in Oakland Friday afternoon, police said. 

Teens arrested for human trafficking in Santa Clara County

Two 17-year-old boys in Santa Clara County were arrested on suspicion of human trafficking two teenage girls, San Jose police said Thursday.

SFPD say new technology is paying off, but does more surveillance equal less crime?

San Francisco police gave KTVU a behind-the-scenes peek at the new high-tech center officers are using to crack down on crime. Officers say it's already making a major difference, but privacy advocates have concerns. 

SFPD assistant chief announces retirement

The assistant chief of the San Francisco Police Department announced Monday that he plans to retire in May. The news put an end to speculation that he might take the helm of the department if the current chief retires.

Toddler killed after being struck by Bobcat trailer in Petaluma identified

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office has identified the three-year-old child killed when they were struck by a Bobcat trailer over the weekend. 

Vandals target Tesla chargers in Sunnyvale

Vandals cut the cables on a bank of Tesla superchargers at a Sunnyvale Target over the weekend.

Kaiser fires top security chief after Oakland police database investigation: report

Kaiser Permanente has fired one of its top corporate security officials following an investigation into an Oakland police officer, the East Bay Times reports.

3-year-old killed when struck by trailer, driver arrested for DUI

A 3-year-old child was killed when they were struck by a Bobcat trailer on a private property in Petaluma Sunday afternoon, according to the California Highway Patrol. 

4-alarm fire burns at San Francisco apartment

An apartment building in San Francisco caught fire Saturday evening, prompting a four-alarm response, according to the San Francisco Fire Department.