Solano CHP honors fallen officer with freeway dedication
When traveling along interstate 505 in Vacaville, drivers will notice a new sign: a special tribute to a fallen California Highway Patrol officer, beloved by many in Solano County.
Newsom aims to curb vaccination misinformation as Delta variant spreads
Dispelling misinformation and calling understandable anxiety over getting vaccinated are two key tasks Governor Gavin Newsom is tackling in an effort to reduce the spread and severity of the highly infectious Delta variant of COVID-19.
Vallejo business owner who launched free towing service becomes victim of arsonist
A Vallejo tow operator says he's the victim of arson by someone who wants him out of business.
2 East Bay women seen stealing dozens of pairs of jeans, baby formula arrested in Vacaville
Two East Bay women suspected of stealing $13,200 worth of jeans, medications and other goods as part of an organized retail theft ring were arrested last week in Vacaville.
Vallejo police department to receive federal funding for new mental health unit
Vallejo police are set to receive $900,000 federal funding to create a mental health response unit.
Vallejo police identify suspect wanted in fatal shooting of 15-year-old
During the course of the investigation into the city's 7th homicide, Demark Anthony Bernstine of Richmond, was positively identified as the suspect in the case, police said.
Evacuations ordered, structures threatened by Vacaville brush fire
A fire burning in vegetation north of Vacaville briefly led to mandatory evacuation orders while threatening some structures.
Officials warn Solano County residents about mountain lion who attacked several animals
A mountain lion has likely been visiting a neighborhood in Fairfield that is not far from Travis Air Force Base, according to officials at the Solano County Sheriff's Department.
Vallejo city leaders speak out after 15-year-old boy shot to death
Vallejo police and city leaders spoke out Thursday after a 15-year-old boy was gunned down, the latest victim of violence in the city.
15-year-old boy shot and killed in Vallejo, police investigating
Vallejo police are investigating a homicide following the shooting death of a 15-year-old boy on Wednesday.
Man driving stolen U-Haul van arrested following police pursuit in Vacaville
A California Highway Patrol airplane on Saturday helped Vacaville police track down a stolen U-Haul van that fled a traffic stop and was involved in a hit-and-run crash.
8-year-old boy missing in Vacaville safely located
Vacaville police say they've safely located an 8-year-old boy, who was missing since noon, Friday.
Fairfield homeowner shoots and kills intruder with .357 Magnum
At around 8:30 a.m., a man knocked on the door, kicked the door open, and made entry into the house on Vintage Valley Drive after receiving no response, Fairfield Councilmember Catherine Moy, wrote on her Facebook page.