During search for 95-year-old woman, Union City police made a horrifying discovery: The mummified body of a man on a toilet in her home

Union City police discovered the mummified body of a man while searching for a missing 95-year-old woman, an incident that initially stemmed from a simple misunderstanding. The discovery has raised concerns about local safety and the circumstances surrounding the elderly woman's welfare. This shocking revelation is likely to capture the attention of the community and beyond.

Pair of weekend East Bay sideshows lead to dozens arrested, multiple vehicles impounded, CHP says

A surge operation by the California Highway Patrol in the East Bay resulted in dozens of arrests and the impounding of multiple vehicles during a pair of sideshows over the weekend. Firearms were also recovered as a part of this crackdown on illegal street racing and associated activities. The operation underscores ongoing concerns about public safety and traffic violations in the region.

After allegedly shooting three people, an Alameda man ordered a Lyft. It led to his arrest on attempted murder charges

An Alameda man, accused of shooting three individuals, was apprehended after ordering a Lyft on October 16, following two months as a fugitive. The incident highlights rising concerns surrounding crime in the Bay Area, particularly in Oakland. This case has drawn significant local attention due to its violent nature and the ongoing issues of public safety.

Jury tosses murder case, deadlocks on manslaughter charge in 2022 killing of Oakland homeless man

A jury has dismissed a murder case while deadlocking on a manslaughter charge in the 2022 killing of 66-year-old Chi Leung, a homeless man in Oakland. The trial of 43-year-old Kevin Mak has concluded with a partial verdict after extensive deliberations. This case highlights ongoing issues surrounding homelessness and violence in urban areas.

One man gets 24 years, another 6 years in Antioch dice game homicide

Two men were sentenced for their roles in a homicide during a dice game in Antioch, California, with one receiving a 24-year sentence and the other a 6-year sentence. The shooter has connections to a gang implicated in a previous robbery of an Alameda County judge. This incident highlights ongoing issues of gang violence and crime in the Bay Area.

After winning in court, Alameda County DA throws out vehicular manslaughter case; defendant’s man bun may have saved him

A court ruling led the Alameda County District Attorney to dismiss a vehicular manslaughter case against a defendant, whose hairstyle was argued to have contributed to the inability to identify the driver in video footage. The defense claimed that the man's hairstyle closely resembled that of his girlfriend, raising doubts about who was behind the wheel during a fatal incident. This case highlights intriguing aspects of legal defense strategies and the impact of personal appearance in criminal cases.

He read a poem before being sentenced for burning woman’s Israeli flag during East Bay protest, then exited court, where NYPD was waiting

A defendant read a poem before being sentenced for burning a woman's Israeli flag during a protest in East Bay. As he exited the AF Bray Courthouse in Martinez, he was met by the NYPD, highlighting the legal consequences of his actions. This incident underscores the tensions surrounding free speech and political expression in contemporary America.

Oakland man sentenced to 2 years for selling 1.4 pounds of fentanyl to undercover agent

An Oakland man, Denilson Velasquez-Sevilla, was sentenced to two years in prison for selling 1.4 pounds of fentanyl to an undercover agent. Prosecutors recommended a 41-month sentence, but the defense argued that his actions were driven by a desperate need to support his impoverished family in Honduras. This case highlights the ongoing fentanyl crisis and its local implications in the Bay Area.

Oakland man known as ‘Pistol’ to serve 16 years for manslaughter

Donte Green, also known as Willie Williams, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for manslaughter after entering a no-contest plea in a plea deal with prosecutors. The case highlights ongoing issues of crime and violence in Oakland, California, as the city grapples with rising homicide rates.

Police ID Oakland man killed by man in mask

An Oakland man was identified as the victim of a shooting incident involving a masked gunman. The victim was with three other individuals when the attack occurred, highlighting ongoing concerns about crime in the area.