Former Oakland Police Chief Floyd Mitchell sworn in as Fremont’s top cop
The Brief Floyd Mitchell, who led the Oakland Police Department until October 2025, was officially sworn in as…
Sacramento Police Chief Kathy Lester retires after 32 years. ‘Honor of my career’
This is a developing story; check back with sacbee.com for updates. Sacramento Police Chief Kathy Lester, the first…
City of Elk Grove, police chief and Sacramento County face lawsuit alleging retaliation
A 24-year veteran of the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office is suing the office, the city of Elk Grove…
Brent Stratton announced new Bakersfield police chief
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The city of Bakersfield has finally chosen a new police chief. Brent Stratton, who…
Oakland police chief search: you can weigh in
Have ideas for what you’d like to see in Oakland’s next police chief? Here’s your chance. The Police…
Former Oakland police chief’s new job is in Fremont
Former OPD Chief Floyd Mitchell has landed a new job leading Fremont’s police department. News of the hire…
Growing ICE criticism leads to scrutiny of LAPD relationship with feds
After the recent shootings of U.S. citizens Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis, some…
Possible candidates for next Bakersfield chief of police announced
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — The list of eligible candidates for the next Bakersfield police chief has been narrowed…
Milpitas appoints police chief as acting city manager
Milpitas Police Chief Jared Hernandez, a long-time city employee, is now acting city manager following the exit of…
Kingsburg police chief retires after 40-year career
Kingsburg Lt. Shaun Stephens was previously named Dadian’s successor and will take over the role on December 31.…
Brian Shab, San Jose assistant police chief, appointed new police chief in Watsonville
A San Jose assistant police chief has been picked to be the new chief of the Watsonville Police…
Who’s running the LAPD? New chief’s style draws mixed reviews
When an LAPD captain stood up during a meeting this fall and asked Chief Jim McDonnell to explain…