Embattled Santa Clara County Sheriff Laurie Smith plans to retire
After nearly a half-century on in law enforcement, Santa Clara County Sheriff Laurie Smith said Friday she’s had enough.
NYPD: 83-year-old convicted killer had latest victim's leg in her wheelchair
An 83-year-old ex-con who did two stints in prison for killing different women is now charged with murder once again after police found human body parts in and near her apartment.
Police say woman gave birth on sidewalk and walked away
An Oregon woman gave birth to a baby girl on a sidewalk and then walked away and left the child, authorities said Thursday.
Gabby Petito's family files lawsuit against Brian Laundrie's parents, claims they knew Brian murdered Gabby
Gabby Petito's family has filed a civil lawsuit against Brian Laundrie's parents, accusing them of knowing that Brian had murdered their daughter and attempting to help him flee the country. The lawsuit seeks over $100,000 in damages for causing the Petitos pain and suffering along with mental anguish.
Catalytic converter thefts spike nationwide
The National Insurance Crime Bureau is warning consumers about a nationwide spike in thefts of catalytic converters.
San Francisco school board welcomes three new members
San Francisco Mayor London Breed on Friday appointed three new members to the San Francisco School Board, three weeks after former members were ousted in a special election.
Putin is ‘preparing a terrorist attack’ on Chernobyl nuclear plant, Ukraine claims
According to the department, a "man-made catastrophe" is planned at the plant and will be manipulated to appear as if Ukraine was responsible for the attack.
Contra Costa County Sheriff shows disdain for judge's 6-year sentence of ex-deputy
Contra Costa County Sheriff David Livingston wrote his entire staff a letter, telling them what a "sad day" it was after a judge sentenced a former deputy to six years in prison after fatally shooting a 33-year-old mentally ill, Filipino man who had been knocking on doors in a neighborhood he used to live in and then drove away from authorities at 6 mph.
Theories about Oakland's 'mummified' body arise, death unexplained
A mummified body was found inside the wall of the Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center in Oakland on Wednesday by construction crews who are working to revitalize the facility.
Two men shoot and kill each other outside Oakland Jack in the Box
Two men died during a late-night double shooting at an Oakland Jack In the Box. These two deaths bring Oakland's homicide total to 22 this year, compared to 25 this time last year.
Pizza ice cream from Van Leeuwen to launch at Walmart exclusively
Some people like pizza, some people like ice cream.
'Black Panther' director Ryan Coogler handcuffed, mistaken for bank robber in Atlanta
Confusion at a Bank of America on Jan. 7 on W. Paces Ferry Road led to "Black Panther" director Ryan Coogler mistakenly in handcuffs. The incident was caught on an officer's body camera.
Oakland chef Daniel Luna punched in head at 49ers-Rams game out of coma
Oakland chef Daniel Luna, who was punched in the head and fell to the ground after a 49ers-Rams game in Southern California last month, is now out of a medically induced coma and hopes to one day return to his restaurant, Mistura, when he is able.
Good Samaritan donates MacBook and new backpack to Oakland girl who was victim of theft
There is hope for humanity. Just days after a 13-year-old Oakland girl had her backpack stolen during a trip to the hospital for surgery, a stranger has reached out to help. The stolen backpack contained her tablet and laptop for school.
Convenience store owner shot and killed during robbery in Benicia
Police are looking for the person who shot and killed a convenience store owner late Tuesday night.
Photojournalist shares pictures and stories of war in Ukraine
A journalist on the ground in Ukraine following the Russian invasion shares powerful pictures and stories of war and survival.
Biden restores California’s power to set car emissions rules
The Biden administration is restoring California’s authority to set its own tailpipe pollution standards for cars, reversing a Trump administration policy and likely ushering in stricter emissions standards for new passenger vehicles nationwide.
Man caught with more than 50 live reptiles under his clothes at San Diego border crossing
Border Patrol recently found 52 live reptiles stuffed inside a man's jacket and pants.
Backpack stolen from 13-year-old Oakland girl during trip to hospital for surgery
A 13-year-old Oakland girl preparing for life-saving surgery was victimized by thieves on her way to the hospital. Jazz Hardrict said they stole her backpack which contained items she relies on to connect with her peers and her teachers.
Family of USF student Christopher Liang live in China, need help for funeral, visit to U.S.
The brother of USF student Christopher Liang, who was found dead in his rented Tesla, is now asking for help to bring the young man's family from China and to help pay for funeral expenses.