San Mateo County sheriff launches death investigation after chemicals found in commercial building
The investigation was focused on the 800 block of Hurlingame Avenue. The exact building wasn't immediately known.
Scott Peterson waives right to speedy death penalty retrial during Friday hearing
Peterson was convicted in 2004 and sentenced to death in 2005 for the murder of his wife Laci and their unborn child.
Update on Friday hearing for Scott Peterson
Peterson appeared remotely during a hearing in Redwood City on Friday, November 6, 2020.
Man told to 'empty his pockets,' before being shot in face outside Redwood City hotel: police
A man was shot in the face early Thursday morning by a supect who told him to "empty his pockets" in front of the Days Inn Hotel in Redwood City, police said.
Man charged with more Peninsula rapes
A man accused of raping a woman in San Mateo has been charged with raping two other women along the Peninsula, authorities said Wednesday.
Raccoons break into Redwood City bank
A man using the ATM machine spotted the fur-masked intruders before the bank was open.
California Supreme Court orders reexamination of Scott Peterson conviction
The court sent the case back to San Mateo County Superior Court to determine whether Peterson should receive a new trial.
California Supreme Court orders reexamination of Scott Peterson conviction
Christien Kafton reports.
Court vacates EPA determination regarding Redwood City's salt ponds
A federal judge determined that the EPA ignored its own interpretative regulations and misinterpreted relevant case law.
Police activity forces closure of Redwood City shopping center
Redwood City police have closed the Sequoia Station shopping center on El Camino Real as they conduct a police investigation.
Police investigation underway at Sequoia Station in Redwood City
The shopping center has been closed off as police conduct an investigation.
15-year-old arrested in connection with Narcotics, firearm offenses in Redwood City
On Wednesday at 9:48 p.m., detectives from the police department's City Street Crimes Suppression Team contacted a group of juveniles in the 3200 block of Rollison Road.
Man pleads not guilty after pursuit in Porsche stolen from Redwood City dealership
He remains in custody on $250,000 bail.
Deputies investigating attempted armed robbery at Shell station convenience store in Redwood City
The investigation is ongoing to locate potential witnesses and collect surveillance video in the area.
Caltrain fatally strikes person in Redwood City
A Caltrain fatally struck a person on the tracks in Redwood City on Tuesday morning, according to the transit agency.
Redwood City community members demand police reform, independent oversight
Among the demands: Creating some type of independent police oversight and establishing a form of emergency response where mental health care and social workers arrive to the majority of 911 calls, as opposed to police.
The dilemma of the good cop: Calling out wrongdoing can end an officer’s career
Ryan Adler said he is speaking up now as heightened focus is being paid to reforming police departments across the country. He believes his insights as a former officer can help bring light to these systemic, cultural problems, especially as leaders are vowing that they, too, want change.
Redwood City man arrested on child porn, weapons charges
A 57-year-old man suspected of possessing child pornography and high-capacity ammunition magazines was arrested Thursday morning in Redwood City.
Recent protests inspire Redwood City firefighter to file discrimination suit against department
A Redwood City firefighter is suing the department he works for, alleging racial discrimination.
Redwood City police announce $50,000 fine and jail for possession of fireworks
It's the highest fine we've seen anywhere in the Bay Area.