Bay Area Family and friends continue search for Amy Hillyard, 6 months after she disappeared By Brigid Gaffikin | September 25, 2026 Hillyard is the owner of Farley's coffee shops in Oakland and San Francisco and was last seen on March 25.
California Newsom signs 4 new California DUI laws. Advocates want more next session By Robert Lewis and Lauren Hepler | September 25, 2026 A CalMatters investigation has found the state has some of the weakest DUI laws in the nation.
Crime & Safety The Blotter | Early-morning fight breaks out By Damin Esper | September 22, 2026 One suspect charged, others sought
Crime & Safety Police chief takes to social media to raise awareness of e-bike safety By Exedra Staff | September 22, 2026 Young people riding e-bikes around town in an unsafe manner has led to the education campaign.
City The Blotter | Driver hits three parked cars By Damin Esper | September 15, 2026 Accident on Grand Avenue leads to DUI charges.
Uncategorized Blotter | $3,000 of tools taken from van By Damin Esper | September 8, 2026 Plus: Stolen scooter
Technology California kills bill regulating Flock cameras even as public rage grows By Khari Johnson | CalMatters | September 3, 2026 The California Legislature has failed several times since 2022 to regulate technology for automatically tracking vehicles — even as examples of abuse mount.
City The Blotter | Car found abandoned, running in street By Damin Esper | September 1, 2026 Also this week: dog bite; identity theft; parking dispute between neighbors; stolen car; and auto burglary.
City The Blotter | Suspected auto burglar arrested By Damin Esper | August 27, 2026 Man found with firearms at traffic stop.
City Where to find a Cop on the Block in September By Piedmont Police Department | August 27, 2026 The police department's casual meet and greets continue.