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Woman dead after jumping from moving car on I-580 in Livermore

A 24-year-old Pleasant Hill woman died after jumping from a moving car on Interstate 580, leading to a felony hit-and-run investigation.

Authorities ID Los Gatos motorcyclist killed in crash

A Los Gatos motorcyclist, Craig Smith, was killed in a crash on Soquel San Jose Road on December 18.

11-year-old rolls minivan in Northern California, is rescued by Highway Patrol after joyride

An 11-year-old driver led officers on a reckless chase across several highways, ultimately crashing a minivan after driving through flooded conditions.

Bay Area man drives Ferrari into bay

An intoxicated Ferrari driver crashed into Richardson Bay, leading to potential DUI charges.

East Bay teenager dead after being hit by vehicle on I-680

A 17-year-old boy was killed after being struck by a car on Interstate 680 while either walking or standing in a lane.

All lanes of East Bay highway closed following fatal crash in Pittsburg

A person died in a multi-car crash on Highway 4, causing significant traffic disruptions.

Woman dead after jumping from moving car on I-580 in Livermore

A 24-year-old Pleasant Hill woman died after jumping from a moving car on Interstate 580, leading to a felony hit-and-run investigation.

Authorities ID Los Gatos motorcyclist killed in crash

A Los Gatos motorcyclist, Craig Smith, was killed in a crash on Soquel San Jose Road on December 18.

11-year-old rolls minivan in Northern California, is rescued by Highway Patrol after joyride

An 11-year-old driver led officers on a reckless chase across several highways, ultimately crashing a minivan after driving through flooded conditions.

Bay Area man drives Ferrari into bay

An intoxicated Ferrari driver crashed into Richardson Bay, leading to potential DUI charges.

East Bay teenager dead after being hit by vehicle on I-680

A 17-year-old boy was killed after being struck by a car on Interstate 680 while either walking or standing in a lane.

All lanes of East Bay highway closed following fatal crash in Pittsburg

A person died in a multi-car crash on Highway 4, causing significant traffic disruptions.
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Crash on California freeway near kills 4; only survivor is 4-year-old

A solo vehicle crash on the 10 Freeway resulted in four fatalities and a critically injured child.

Gilroy: Pregnant passenger killed in three-car crash on New Year's Day

A pregnant woman died in a head-on crash caused by a potentially intoxicated driver, emphasizing the dangers of reckless driving.

Napa County authorities arrest suspect in wake of fatal crash

A suspect is in custody after a fatal crash in Napa County, possibly due to alcohol.

Wrong-way driver exits crashed car on freeway and is hit twice, killing him, CA cops say

A wrong-way driver died after a collision resulting in being struck by a passing car and a bus on Interstate 110.

4 people dead, 2 critically hurt, in Central California freeway crash

Four people died in a Turlock crash involving a younger driver and a Jeep with a stop sign, highlighting severe road safety concerns.

San Jose: Pedestrian dies after being hit by driver on I-680

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a driver on Interstate 680 in San Jose, causing significant traffic disruptions.

Crash on California freeway near kills 4; only survivor is 4-year-old

A solo vehicle crash on the 10 Freeway resulted in four fatalities and a critically injured child.

Gilroy: Pregnant passenger killed in three-car crash on New Year's Day

A pregnant woman died in a head-on crash caused by a potentially intoxicated driver, emphasizing the dangers of reckless driving.

Napa County authorities arrest suspect in wake of fatal crash

A suspect is in custody after a fatal crash in Napa County, possibly due to alcohol.

Wrong-way driver exits crashed car on freeway and is hit twice, killing him, CA cops say

A wrong-way driver died after a collision resulting in being struck by a passing car and a bus on Interstate 110.

4 people dead, 2 critically hurt, in Central California freeway crash

Four people died in a Turlock crash involving a younger driver and a Jeep with a stop sign, highlighting severe road safety concerns.

San Jose: Pedestrian dies after being hit by driver on I-680

A pedestrian was fatally struck by a driver on Interstate 680 in San Jose, causing significant traffic disruptions.
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A Rolls-Royce Ghost, a spider monkey in a onesie and weed: CHP makes an unusual stop

A speeding driver in Madera County was arrested for possessing a baby spider monkey illegally, alongside drugs and multiple cell phones.
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Newsom keeps California Highway Patrol in Oakland as city remains mired in governing crisis

Governor Newsom is extending CHP presence in Oakland due to local policy failures regarding police chases amid rising crime rates.

Pothole spans lanes, damages tires on busy Bay Area freeway

A multi-lane pothole in Oakland caused numerous flat tires and traffic delays on December 27.

Newsom keeps California Highway Patrol in Oakland as city remains mired in governing crisis

Governor Newsom is extending CHP presence in Oakland due to local policy failures regarding police chases amid rising crime rates.

Pothole spans lanes, damages tires on busy Bay Area freeway

A multi-lane pothole in Oakland caused numerous flat tires and traffic delays on December 27.
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CHP Touts 1,100 Arrests, 2,000 Stolen Cars Recovered In Oakland This Year

CHP's efforts in Oakland led to 1,125 arrests and over 2,100 stolen vehicles recovered, highlighting a significant crime reduction initiative.

Gov. Gavin Newsom doubles down on opposition to Prop. 36

Newsom emphasizes family loss at memorial; opposes Prop. 36 for not addressing organized retail theft.

CHP Takes a Leap into the Future with a Lucid Air Police Cruiser | stupidDOPE

The California Highway Patrol is testing the electric Lucid Air as a potential new standard for law enforcement vehicles, emphasizing performance and sustainability.

CHP surge will add law enforcement muscle in crime-plagued San Bernardino

The California Highway Patrol is increasing law enforcement presence in San Bernardino to combat elevated crime rates, particularly violent crime.

Concord Man Arrested For Allegedly Having 100 Pounds of Meth in His Car

A routine traffic stop led to the seizure of nearly 100 pounds of methamphetamine in Concord, leading to an arrest.

CHP Touts 1,100 Arrests, 2,000 Stolen Cars Recovered In Oakland This Year

CHP's efforts in Oakland led to 1,125 arrests and over 2,100 stolen vehicles recovered, highlighting a significant crime reduction initiative.

Gov. Gavin Newsom doubles down on opposition to Prop. 36

Newsom emphasizes family loss at memorial; opposes Prop. 36 for not addressing organized retail theft.

CHP Takes a Leap into the Future with a Lucid Air Police Cruiser | stupidDOPE

The California Highway Patrol is testing the electric Lucid Air as a potential new standard for law enforcement vehicles, emphasizing performance and sustainability.

CHP surge will add law enforcement muscle in crime-plagued San Bernardino

The California Highway Patrol is increasing law enforcement presence in San Bernardino to combat elevated crime rates, particularly violent crime.

Concord Man Arrested For Allegedly Having 100 Pounds of Meth in His Car

A routine traffic stop led to the seizure of nearly 100 pounds of methamphetamine in Concord, leading to an arrest.
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CHP closes flooded intersection linking 3 Bay Area counties

Highway closures due to flooding disrupt travel in Northern California's wine country during peak holiday congestion.
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Tahoe ski slope shortcut ends in DUI arrest and snowcat rescue

Drivers should avoid taking unconventional shortcuts on ski slopes, especially under the influence.

Police say a man drove his Ferrari into a California bay while drunk

A man drove his Ferrari into Richardson Bay while allegedly intoxicated, prompting a reminder about the dangers of drunk driving.

Tahoe ski slope shortcut ends in DUI arrest and snowcat rescue

Drivers should avoid taking unconventional shortcuts on ski slopes, especially under the influence.

Police say a man drove his Ferrari into a California bay while drunk

A man drove his Ferrari into Richardson Bay while allegedly intoxicated, prompting a reminder about the dangers of drunk driving.
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Woman dead after fatal crash in Alamo

A woman was fatally struck by a car while biking; the incident is under investigation.

Better watch out, California Highway Patrol will be out in force this holiday season

California Highway Patrol increases patrols during holiday to prevent impaired and reckless driving, aiming to improve road safety.

San Jose: Passenger killed in suspected DUI crash on Highway 101

A suspected drunken driving crash on Highway 101 led to a passenger's death and the arrest of the driver.
Seat belt usage is critical, as non-compliance contributed to the seriousness of injuries in the crash.

East Bay man on scooter killed on Solano County road

A man was killed in a scooter accident involving a GMC driver on Gibson Canyon Road.

Woman dead after fatal crash in Alamo

A woman was fatally struck by a car while biking; the incident is under investigation.

Better watch out, California Highway Patrol will be out in force this holiday season

California Highway Patrol increases patrols during holiday to prevent impaired and reckless driving, aiming to improve road safety.

San Jose: Passenger killed in suspected DUI crash on Highway 101

A suspected drunken driving crash on Highway 101 led to a passenger's death and the arrest of the driver.
Seat belt usage is critical, as non-compliance contributed to the seriousness of injuries in the crash.

East Bay man on scooter killed on Solano County road

A man was killed in a scooter accident involving a GMC driver on Gibson Canyon Road.
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Driver crashes into tree on I-80, kills passenger in early Saturday crash

A car crash on I-80 resulted in a fatality and serious injuries.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing and witnesses are encouraged to come forward.

Passenger died in California freeway crash when horse flew through windshield, CHP said

A car passenger died after a horse collided with the vehicle due to a severe accident involving a trailer on the freeway.

44-year-old man dies in crash on California's Highway 1

A man died after crashing his car into an embankment on Highway 1, suspected of being under the influence of alcohol.

Fremont woman killed in crash near South Lake Tahoe

A Thanksgiving crash on Highway 50 resulted in two fatalities, including Peggy Liu, a 50-year-old woman from Fremont.
The collision involved a Toyota SUV and a Chevrolet SUV, causing major and moderate injuries to several passengers.

Two killed in head-on highway collision in South Lake Tahoe

Two people died in a head-on collision during Thanksgiving in South Lake Tahoe, leaving four others injured.

Driver crashes into tree on I-80, kills passenger in early Saturday crash

A car crash on I-80 resulted in a fatality and serious injuries.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing and witnesses are encouraged to come forward.

Passenger died in California freeway crash when horse flew through windshield, CHP said

A car passenger died after a horse collided with the vehicle due to a severe accident involving a trailer on the freeway.

44-year-old man dies in crash on California's Highway 1

A man died after crashing his car into an embankment on Highway 1, suspected of being under the influence of alcohol.

Fremont woman killed in crash near South Lake Tahoe

A Thanksgiving crash on Highway 50 resulted in two fatalities, including Peggy Liu, a 50-year-old woman from Fremont.
The collision involved a Toyota SUV and a Chevrolet SUV, causing major and moderate injuries to several passengers.

Two killed in head-on highway collision in South Lake Tahoe

Two people died in a head-on collision during Thanksgiving in South Lake Tahoe, leaving four others injured.
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11-year-old flips minivan after recklessly driving in Northern California

An 11-year-old in Northern California drove recklessly, leading to a police chase before losing control of the vehicle and overturning in a flooded area.

CHP arrests two suspects in Oakland after sideshow

Two suspects were arrested for sideshow activities after a police pursuit involving reckless driving and foot chase.

11-year-old flips minivan after recklessly driving in Northern California

An 11-year-old in Northern California drove recklessly, leading to a police chase before losing control of the vehicle and overturning in a flooded area.

CHP arrests two suspects in Oakland after sideshow

Two suspects were arrested for sideshow activities after a police pursuit involving reckless driving and foot chase.
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San Jose: Six-year-old boy dies after being hit by car on Interstate 280

A six-year-old child was tragically killed after being struck by a vehicle on I-280.
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A car plunged off a 1,000-foot cliff near Malibu. Where are the occupants?

Two occupants of a crashed vehicle in Ventura County are unaccounted for, prompting ongoing search efforts by authorities.

Gilroy man dies after crashing pickup truck into tree

A solo-vehicle crash in Gilroy resulted in the death of a 28-year-old man, emphasizing the need for traffic safety.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the incident while encouraging safe driving practices.,

A car plunged off a 1,000-foot cliff near Malibu. Where are the occupants?

Two occupants of a crashed vehicle in Ventura County are unaccounted for, prompting ongoing search efforts by authorities.

Gilroy man dies after crashing pickup truck into tree

A solo-vehicle crash in Gilroy resulted in the death of a 28-year-old man, emphasizing the need for traffic safety.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the incident while encouraging safe driving practices.,
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This rescued cat is 'grumpy' about losing her owners, California cops say. Search is on

A 'grumpy' cat found in traffic in Hayward is being sought by California Highway Patrol to reunite her with her owner.

California State Capitol building evacuated after bomb threat

The California State Capitol was evacuated due to a bomb threat, which was later confirmed to be unfounded.
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California drug bust yields enough fentanyl to kill a quarter of the state's population

Traffic stop in California led to a major fentanyl seizure, enough to kill a quarter of the state's population.

Missing Woman From The Silver Alert' That Rattled SF Phones Wednesday Night Has Been Found

The system effectively located a missing elderly woman within two hours of alerting the public.

Elected Officials and AAPI Groups Call on Newsom to Put CHP Officers on BART

Increased security measures, including California Highway Patrol officers, are urgently needed on BART following recent violent incidents targeting vulnerable communities.

Two hospitalized after being shot while driving on Highway 24

Two people were shot in a vehicle on Highway 24, but their injuries are not life-threatening.

California drug bust yields enough fentanyl to kill a quarter of the state's population

Traffic stop in California led to a major fentanyl seizure, enough to kill a quarter of the state's population.

Missing Woman From The Silver Alert' That Rattled SF Phones Wednesday Night Has Been Found

The system effectively located a missing elderly woman within two hours of alerting the public.

Elected Officials and AAPI Groups Call on Newsom to Put CHP Officers on BART

Increased security measures, including California Highway Patrol officers, are urgently needed on BART following recent violent incidents targeting vulnerable communities.

Two hospitalized after being shot while driving on Highway 24

Two people were shot in a vehicle on Highway 24, but their injuries are not life-threatening.
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Person of interest identified in possible L.A. road rage hit-and-run that killed teen bicyclist

A 16-year-old bicyclist was killed in a potential road rage incident, prompting police to seek a person of interest related to the hit-and-run.

Motorcyclist killed in hit-and run collisions on rural I-580

A motorcyclist was killed in a hit-and-run incident on Interstate 580 involving an SUV and a semi-truck.

Person of interest identified in possible L.A. road rage hit-and-run that killed teen bicyclist

A 16-year-old bicyclist was killed in a potential road rage incident, prompting police to seek a person of interest related to the hit-and-run.

Motorcyclist killed in hit-and run collisions on rural I-580

A motorcyclist was killed in a hit-and-run incident on Interstate 580 involving an SUV and a semi-truck.
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Stolen Nike Jordan shoes worth over $200,000 recovered during California arrests

Seven people were arrested for stealing over $200,000 in Nike Jordan shoes from a train in a significant cargo theft incident.

Stolen Nike Jordan shoes worth over $200,000 recovered during California arrests

Seven suspects arrested for stealing Nike Jordan shoes valued over $200,000 from a train in California.

Stolen Nike Jordan shoes worth over $200,000 recovered during California arrests

Seven people were arrested for stealing over $200,000 in Nike Jordan shoes from a train in a significant cargo theft incident.

Stolen Nike Jordan shoes worth over $200,000 recovered during California arrests

Seven suspects arrested for stealing Nike Jordan shoes valued over $200,000 from a train in California.
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Alleged Hayward Drunk Driver Leads Highway Patrol on 90 MPH Chase With Four-Year-Old In Car

A mother drove under the influence with her child, reaching speeds of 90 mph before attempting to flee from the police.

Pilot makes emergency landing on highway in Silicon Valley

An emergency landing by a small plane on Highway 85 caused disruptions but thankfully resulted in no injuries.

As Election Day looms, CHP is 'vigilant' for violent protests at California Capitol

California Highway Patrol is prepared for potential political protests following heightened tensions around election results.

Napa County rockslide on Highway 128 slows southbound traffic

A rockslide on Highway 128 in Napa County caused temporary traffic delays, but it has since been cleared.
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CHP issues Ebony Alert, is searching for 16-year-old last seen in Vacaville

Anaya Maxey, a missing 16-year-old, is the subject of an Ebony Alert urging public assistance for her suspicious disappearance.

Ebony Alert issued for missing 12-year-old girl in Alameda County

An Ebony Alert was issued for missing 12-year-old E'Mari Hay from San Leandro, highlighting the urgency in locating her.

CHP issues Ebony Alert, is searching for 16-year-old last seen in Vacaville

Anaya Maxey, a missing 16-year-old, is the subject of an Ebony Alert urging public assistance for her suspicious disappearance.

Ebony Alert issued for missing 12-year-old girl in Alameda County

An Ebony Alert was issued for missing 12-year-old E'Mari Hay from San Leandro, highlighting the urgency in locating her.
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Friday Morning Constitutional: CHP Seizes 16 Cars From Bay Bridge Sideshow

California Highway Patrol seized 16 vehicles linked to Bay Bridge sideshow using surveillance.
Darryl Emerson's mummified body discovery raises concerns about living conditions.
Eric Swalwell threatens defamation lawsuit against DA Pamela Price.
SF DA's office lost considerable funding for restorative justice program under new leadership.

Highway Patrol Copter Rescues Elderly Man Stranded on Mount Tam Hike He Couldn't Finish

An elderly man had to be rescued from Steep Ravine Trail after becoming too exhausted to finish his hike at Mount Tamalpais State Park.
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Pedestrian dead following collision on Highway 4

A pedestrian fatality occurred in a collision on Highway 4 early Thursday morning.

One person injured in shooting on 91 Freeway in Riverside

A shooting on the 91 Freeway in Riverside injured one woman; investigators seek suspects and motive as victim accounts remain unclear.

Pedestrian dead following collision on Highway 4

A pedestrian fatality occurred in a collision on Highway 4 early Thursday morning.

One person injured in shooting on 91 Freeway in Riverside

A shooting on the 91 Freeway in Riverside injured one woman; investigators seek suspects and motive as victim accounts remain unclear.
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That Plastic Skeleton Can't Be Your Plus 1, Police Tell Car Pool Lane Users

Creative tactics to access high-occupancy vehicle lanes are often ineffective as enforcement remains strict against violations.
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In Fresno County, CHP seizes fentanyl found stuffed in carne asada

California Highway Patrol seized nearly $1.7 million worth of fentanyl during recent traffic stops, highlighting ongoing efforts against opioid trafficking.

Motorist, horse killed in collision on 15 Freeway in Norco

A fatal collision between a motorist and a horse occurred on the 15 Freeway, resulting in the death of one person and the horse.

A helicopter halts traffic on the 110 Freeway in South Los Angeles

A helicopter made an emergency landing on the 110 Freeway due to loss of power, causing major traffic disruptions but no injuries.

CHP Officers Get $500M Contract, Gov. Newsom Races to Fill Vacancies

California Highway Patrol's vacancy rate reached 16% in 2023 despite high salary increases, indicating ongoing recruitment challenges.
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