City The Blotter | Gun found in stolen vehicle By Damin Esper | January 7, 2025 Plus: Flock safety camera vandalized, car thefts, and stolen cars found.
crime 4 new laws strengthen cities’ abilities to impound vehicles involved in sideshows By Katy St. Clair | Bay City News | January 3, 2025 Sideshows include impromptu and dangerous displays of donuts and other vehicle stunts that take over entire areas and overwhelm police.
City City to give update on emergency dispatch center upgrades at Jan. 6 Council meeting By City of Piedmont | January 3, 2025 Improvements to the nerve center for public safety services have been years in the making.
Featured in Category The Blotter | Tools stolen from work truck in Piedmont By Damin Esper | January 3, 2025 Unidentified suspect threatens victim with saw.
Crime & Safety The Blotter | Driver arrested for DUI after hitting median By Damin Esper | December 31, 2024 Vehicle was disabled in roadway.
crime ‘It’s a clear mandate’: California stiffened penalties for theft — and more changes are coming By Cayla Mihalovich, CalMatters | December 31, 2024 A new measure approved by voters in November alongside bills signed by Gov. Newsom should result in a tougher stance on hard drugs, retail theft, and fentanyl.
crimes Christmas Eve shoplifting is first San Francisco case charged under tough-on-crime law By Pete Young | Bay City News | December 30, 2024 A San Francisco man with prior convictions is the first to face felony charges under Proposition 36.
CHP Newsom pledges to extend CHP partnership with Oakland if city ends non-pursuit policy By Tony Hicks | Bay City News | December 30, 2024 Newsom said he wants a decision “now,” and suggested the commission call a special meeting immediately to decide.
crime Scammers calling Alameda County residents in bid to solicit payment for missed jury duty By Gabe Agcaoili | Bay City News | December 20, 2024 Officials warn scammers are impersonating court officers by reciting or showing fake badge numbers.
City The Blotter | Woman arrested after auto burglary By Damin Esper | December 18, 2024 Possessed meth, gave false name and identification.