City
California
In a first, California Supreme Court reverses a 1991 death penalty sentence under new racial justice law
|
The 2020 Racial Justice Act allows prisoners to appeal their convictions if they believe racial bias tainted their trials.crime
Where to find a Cop on the Block in June
|
The police department's casual meet and greets continue.City
Piedmont police make arrest in drugs seizure
|
Marijuana, methamphetamine, MDMA, and prescription drugs were among items seized.
Oakland
Vigil Monday night for Oakland coffee shop owner Amy Hillyard, missing since March
|
The vigil also marked National Missing Persons Month.Oakland
Mayor Lee ‘deeply concerned’ after SFPD forces entry into Oakland housing complex
|
The building in question is owned and operated by a nonprofit founded by former Black Panthers leader Elaine Brown.City
Family escapes structure fire uninjured
|
Piedmont firefighters battled a blaze on the rear deck and attic of a Winsor Avenue home late last night.crime
Oakland police appear closer than ever to shedding 23 years of federal court oversight
|
The monitor was installed in 2003 as part of a court settlement following the so-called “Oakland Riders” scandal.featured
Too close for comfort: Monterey County joins push to halt suspected ICE center near Gilroy
|
Santa Clara County officials said they were caught unaware of the planned project and cast doubts on whether it complied with local zoning laws.Crime & Safety