public safety Super Bowl human trafficking task force nets 29 arrests, rescues 73 victims across Bay Area By Thomas Hughes | Bay City News | February 23, 2026 One victim was a 12-year-old who was recovered in Oakland, say officials.
Bay Area Why these California counties are directly funding immigrant legal defense amid Trump’s crackdown By Renée Bartlett-Webber | February 23, 2026 Alameda County and San Francisco among the latest to designate additional money for immigrants to defend themselves against deportation.
Crime & Safety The Blotter | Man arrested for warrant, possession By Damin Esper | February 17, 2026 Missing person found, door tampering, and a recovered vehicle linked to home burglary.
Bay Area Supporters, critics debate Flock cameras as Alameda County reviews contract extension By Tanay Gokhale | Bay City News | February 11, 2026 Concerns about federal agency misuse and targeted surveillance.
California State Sen. Wiener proposes bill to address law enforcement wearing face masks By Joe Dworetzky | Bay City News | February 10, 2026 California's "No Secret Police Act" would have come into effect last month but was challenged by the federal government.
California Overtime pay and night vision binoculars: UC San Diego is among agencies helping patrol border By Phoebe Huss | CalMatters | February 10, 2026 Local police forces get money every year from the Department of Homeland Security to assist with border patrol operations.
City The Blotter | Jackhammers among tools stolen from backyard By Damin Esper | February 10, 2026 Stolen vehicle and car break-in reported; also police corner juveniles in Corporation Yard.
Crime & Safety February Cop on the Block By Piedmont Police Department | February 10, 2026 Chat with a police officer at one of the upcoming casual meet-ups around town.
California California sues websites that publish blueprints for 3D printer ghost guns By Cayla Mihalovich | CalMatters | February 7, 2026 California law enforcement agencies seize about 11,000 ghost guns every year.
Bay Area Trio arrested in fatal Oakland TV crew shooting plead guilty to various charges By Kiley Russell | Bay City News | February 6, 2026 Security guard Kevin Nishita was killed while protecting a KRON-TV news crew on assignment in November, 2021.