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Sandra McCarty, 8 months, is described as 1-foot-10, weighing 17 pounds with green eyes and brown hair. She went missing July 15.
Sandra McCarty, 8 months, is described as 1-foot-10, weighing 17 pounds with green eyes and brown hair. She went missing July 15. (Fresno County Sheriff's Office)

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Parents Charged In Toddler's Fentanyl Death: Napa County Sheriff's Office

The 3-year-old, Zayden Schultz, died of acute fentanyl intoxication, police said.

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Community Rallies To Help Find Missing Fremont Teen

The family of 16-year-old Katie Hong has created a GoFundMe page to support the search for Hong.

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Woman And Infant Vanish After Doctor's Visit In Northern California

Police continue to search for the mother and child mysteriously missing for weeks. So far, few leads have emerged.

Car Sent Flying After DUI Chase In Marin County Ends In Crash: Police

Police saw the car speeding and driving recklessly before they attempted to pull them over.

Mass Layoffs Announced At Stanford University Blamed On Trump Cuts

The school cited ongoing economic uncertainty and federal reductions in funding for education.

Bombs Found In Petaluma House After Man Arrested In Arson Case: Police

Authorities also found methamphetamine, explosive-making materials and drug paraphernalia, police said.

SWAT Serves Search Warrant At San Mateo County Home: Police

The search warrant was for an ongoing criminal investigation involving the possible sale or manufacturing of suspected drugs, police said.

Aggressive Non-Native Mosquito Found In Pleasanton

Authorities found a larva in a trap for Aedes aegypti, which can carry dengue, Zika, and yellow fever.

Bay Area Woman Dead, Her 2 Children Hospitalized After Driver Runs Red Light: Police

The mother of the two children was pronounced dead at the scene.

Man Charged With Attempted Murder After Victim Found In CVS Parking Lot: Napa Police

The man fled detectives but was eventually taken into custody, police said.

Masked Burglars Steal Over $12K From Dublin Dick's Sporting Goods: Police

Police attempted to chase the three suspects but called off the chase. The suspects remain at-large.

Pleasanton Shooting: Dog Returned To Owner After No Evidence Of Abuse Found, Police Say

The shooting occurred over allegations of animal abuse, and the dog was taken to an animal shelter to be examined.

Man Steals Roommate's Car, Crashes And Flees In San Mateo County: Police

The driver crashed into parked catering trailer after colliding with another parked car, police said.

Meet Golden Gate Park's 100-Foot Sea Serpent, Naga

While the full art installation is still underway, one of its key features is ready for park visitors' smiles, stares and photos.

Petaluma Music Festival 2025: Photos And Highlights

The 18th Annual Petaluma Music Festival rocked the fairgrounds — relive the energy in photos and highlights.

Beloved Castro Valley Restaurant Closes

A popular Chinese eatery on Castro Valley Boulevard recently announced its closing, much to patrons' disappointment.

Longtime Castro Valley Jewelry Store To Close

The owners of a jewelry shop in Castro Valley are holding a "retirement sale" to thank the customers who helped make their dream a reality.

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