Progressive prosecutor Mike Schmidt lost seat to co-worker advocating for more aggressive prosecution amid rising crime and homelessness in Portland.
Epping man arrested at train station on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon
Police in Essex carried out a crackdown resulting in a dozen arrests for various offences, including possession of weapons and driving violations.
California governor to send prosecutors to Oakland to help crack down on rising crime
Governor Gavin Newsom plans to send prosecutors to Oakland to crack down on rising crime.
Additional deputy attorneys general and attorneys from the California National Guard will assist Alameda County in prosecuting suspects for serious and complex crimes.
Top California Democrats announce ballot measure targeting retail theft
California Democrats are pushing for a plan to combat retail theft that involves cracking down on repeat offenders and increasing penalties, competing with a business-backed crime-focused measure.