Community CornerALSO: 4 arrested in connection with 2 armed robberies new details in Pleasanton double homicide, Tesla strikes man unloading truck
Posted Wed, Feb 25, 2026 at 4:54 pm PT
Catch up on Northern California’s top stories for Wednesday, Feb. 25:
Ex-Bay Area CEO Embezzled $1.2M From Homelessness Nonprofit: DA
The 71-year-old formerly served as the Chief Executive Officer of the United Council for Human Services.
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Shelter Seeks Help After Intake of 26 Dogs And 1 Bunny
Animal Services is asking for public help after taking in 26 dogs in a day, straining already full kennels.
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4 Arrested For 2 Armed Robberies, Shooting In SMC: Police
Police said the suspects were fleeing from an armed robbery when they threatened a passing driver with a gun.
Pleasanton Double Homicide: New Details Emerge, Special Allegations Filed
Prosecutors allege ex-boyfriend Allen Swadley entered the home with the intent to commit a felony and took advantage of a position of trust.
The man was arrested on a murder charge after the police department reopened the decades-old cold case.
Post-Drug Deal Argument Led To East Bay Triple Killing: Report
Three suspects have been arrested so far in connection with the deadly shooting, according to a report from the East Bay Times.
Motorcyclist Dies After Crashing Into Parked Trailer in American Canyon
A Ducati rider lost control of the motorcycle, but investigators say speed, alcohol, drugs were not factors.
Martinez Man Identified As Victim Of Fatal Bethel Island Shooting
A man who died in a shooting in Bethel Island on Monday night has been identified by the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office.
Man Shoots Woman, Then Himself In SJ Parking Lot: Police
A man fatally shot a woman before turning the gun on himself at a shopping center parking lot in San Jose on Tuesday, according to police.
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