California could see lowest gas prices since 2021 by Christmas

While it may remain a mystery as to why California's gasoline prices are so much higher than other states, for now, Californians are seeing substantial relief. If the downward trend continues, we could be seeing the lowest gas prices since 2021 by Christmas. 

Former San Jose police officer accused of sending racist texts on state decertification list

In a stunningly quick development, the name of the former San Jose police officer accused of sending racist texts rife with the N-word is now on California's decertification list, which means, if it is upheld, he will never be able to work in law enforcement anywhere in the state again.

SJPD officer charged with masturbating on duty now arrested in hit-and-run

Matthew Dominguez, a former San Jose police officer charged with masturbating on duty, was booked on suspicion of hit-and-run, assault and driving with willful disregard.

Target reportedly testing 10-item limit for self checkout

Target says any customer with more than 10 items will be directed to a full service lane with a cashier.

Armed robbery suspect shot by Vallejo police after chase

An armed robbery suspect was shot by police in Vallejo on Monday after he allegedly led officers on a chase before crashing, authorities said.

1 dead after vehicle overturns on I-580

At least one person is confirmed dead after a vehicle overturned along Interstate Highway 580 in Oakland early Sunday morning, the California Highway Patrol said.   

Man found dead near Highway 980 in Oakland

The California Highway Patrol said officers found a dead pedestrian near Interstate Highway 980 in Oakland early Saturday morning.

Former OPD chief LeRonne Armstrong's new role taps into athletic roots

Former Oakland Police Chief LeRonne Armstrong opened up about his life after his controversial termination as the department's top cop nine months ago.

Gov. Newsom appoints Oscar Grant's uncle to police accountability board

California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on Thursday he has appointed Cephus "Uncle Bobby" Johnson, the uncle of Oscar Grant, to a police accountability board. 

Ratepayers share frustration over PG&E rate hike

CPUC voted on PG&E's “massive” rate hike. It also approved a proposal to take away many benefits given to solar power system owners to increase utility company incomes even further. 

SFPD arrest two suspects in connection to woman's body found in duffel bag along Golden Gate Park

The San Francisco Police Department has made two arrests in connection to a woman's body that was discovered in a duffel bag outside Golden Gate Park during the Outside Lands music festival last summer. 

Chinese President Xi Jinping's welcome reception met with protests

Hundreds of supporters and protesters gathered outside a dinner reception welcoming China's president on Wednesday, prompting three arrests, though police didn't say why.

SJPD, county DA's office to use state grant money to make shopping safer for holidays

San Jose police and Santa Clara County DA's Office, to use one-time state grants to add extra security at business corridors and shopping centers this holiday season.

Starbucks workers union calls for walkouts at hundreds of stores ahead of holiday season

The holidays are just around the corner, and that means Starbucks is gearing up to offer free drinks for its Red Cup Day promotion. It also means workers at hundreds of the coffee chain's locations will be AWOL.