CHP warns public about AMBER Alert scam to 'register children'
The California Highway Patrol is warning the public to beware of fraudsters posing as "AMBER Alert representatives" offering to "register" children.
Teen killed after car crashes into tree in East Bay
A 17-year-old has died after the car he was driving crashed into a tree near Dublin, the California Highway Patrol reported Sunday.
Pregnant woman killed in New Year's Day crash by speeding driver: CHP
A pregnant woman was named as a fatality in a multi-vehicle crash in Gilroy on New Year's Day, the California Highway Patrol said.
Oakland Zoo takes in malnourished spider monkey seized by CHP
A spider monkey seized during a traffic stop on Monday has now landed safely at the Oakland Zoo, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Bay Area first responders prepare for busy start to 2025
San Francisco firefighters were preparing for a busy night on New Year’s Eve, with the department expecting 100,000 revelers to watch the fireworks along the Embarcadero, attracting onlookers from near and far.
CHP preps for New Year's Eve drivers, free rides on public transportation
New Year celebrations will get underway across the Bay Area on Tuesday and CHP wants to remind people that they have other options instead of driving impaired.
Gov. Newsom advocates loosening police pursuit policies in Oakland
Gov. Gavin Newsom, the California Highway Patrol and some Oakland leaders on Friday strongly advocated for loosening on police pursuit policies.
Driver dies after crashing into Caltrans truck at construction site: CHP
A man is dead after crashing into a Caltrans truck Saturday morning in Redwood City, according to the California Highway Patrol.
Bicyclist killed in car collision in San Francisco: CHP
A male bicyclist in San Francisco was killed after being struck by an SUV early Saturday, officials said.
Pothole closes lanes on I-680 near Fremont, traffic jammed for hours
Drivers on I-680 in Fremont saw a slow commute Wednesday as Caltrans crews worked to repair a large pothole in a northbound lane.
Vallejo residents want Newsom to deploy CHP officers to help stop crime
Vallejo residents said lawlessness in their city is at an all-time high. They want Governor Gavin Newsom's help.
'He had so much life': 6-year-old boy killed after running onto I-280 in San Jose
King Holguin, 6, of San Jose would have turned seven in two weeks. His mother explained what happened.
Teen, 3 others dead in Central Valley car crash: CHP
At least four people are dead, including a teenager, following a crash Sunday morning in the Central Valley.
Alleged DUI driver crashes into police cars, barricades from earlier fatal collision
Pittsburg police were responding to a scene where a driver crashed into a power utility pole and a fire hydrant, and had their barricades crashed into by an alleged drunk driver Monday night, authorities said.
Video: Car fully engulfed in flames in Oakland sideshow
Dramatic video of an Oakland sideshow shows a car fully engulfed in flames.
Motorcycle crash leaves 40-year-old man dead in Livermore
A 40-year-old Livermore man was killed when his motorcycle crashed in rural Alameda County, the California Highway Patrol said Friday.
CHP: Crash blocks all lanes of Highway 84 near Dumbarton Bridge
A multi-vehicle crash on Highway 84 near the Dumbarton Bridge closed all lanes on Thursday night.
Atmospheric river to dump heavy rains on Santa Rosa, residents prepare
An atmospheric river storm is expected to arrive in the North Bay late Tuesday before spreading to the rest of the Bay Area later this week, likely bringing several inches of rain and wind gusts of up to 45-50 mph, according to the National Weather Service.
CHP investigating crash that killed pedestrian in Hayward
The California Highway Patrol is asking the public for help investigating a fatal crash they say took place in Hayward on Mission Boulevard north of East Lewelling Boulevard Saturday night.
Car crash involving 4 cars ends in injuries, death in Gilroy
An afternoon vehicle collision involving at least four cars in Gilroy claimed the life of one driver and severely injured another.