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CHP Pursues Vehicle That Went 160 MPH in Chase That Went Both Ways Across Bay Bridge, Suspects Still Get Away

California Highway Patrol officers went on a wild ride across the Bay Tuesday night, pursuing a vehicle that reached speeds of 160 miles per hour in a chase that went from Oakland to SF and then to Hayward, though the five suspects are still at large.

Another Oakland CHP Car Chase Ends in Crash, Four Injured, Fire Hydrant Gets Smashed

A seven-mile California Highway Patrol chase from the Oakland Coliseum to the Uptown District left four people injured and a fire hydrant spewing a geyser Tuesday night, and the chase only ended when the suspect crashed into the hydrant.

Saturday Links: Yosemite Overrun With Hikers Cutting in Line, Squatting Amid Shutdown

San Francisco DA Brooke Jenkins tells Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, “We don't need your help here;” the SF Arts Commission was not consulted on Mayor Lurie’s “Big Art Loop” project; and nefarious characters are flocking to Yosemite, which currently only has one volunteer park ranger.

Sonoma County Deputy Crashes During High-Speed Chase, Leaving Bystander Injured

We have another instance of a Bay Area law enforcement vehicle engaged in a high-speed chase resulting in casualties for people not involved in that chase. This time, an elderly man was reportedly left with major injuries.

Oakland Police Get Their Way on High-Speed Chases, Can Now Chase Suspects at Any Speed

After months of debate, the Oakland Police Commission approved a new policy allowing officers to engage in high-speed chases at any speed, though police say they’ll only do it in cases of violent criminals.

Dangerous High-Speed Chase Through SF Ends With Suspect Jumping Into the Bay

A San Francisco man who was wanted for a violent felony in Southern California was spotted by police in the Tenderloin Tuesday, and a potentially disastrous high-speed chase ensued.

Saturday Links: CHP Arrests BMW Driver Who Posted Alleged 170 MPH Joyride Videos Online

Over 20 nations are now condemning Israel's expansion plans; Giants pitcher Kai-Wei Teng dedicated the first win of his career last night to his dad; and a man was arrested after posting videos of his BMW M4 speeding at 170 mph.

Novato Teen Dies, Three Injured in Petaluma Crash Following Suspected DUI Police Chase

A teenager is facing felony charges after a Saturday night police chase in Petaluma ended in a suspected DUI crash that killed a 14-year-old passenger and seriously injured three others.

Sunday Links: Top SF Law Enforcement Official Arrested, Under Investigation for Hit-and-Run

Six people are dead and two missing after a 27-foot boat capsized during a storm on Lake Tahoe; a motorcyclist who taunted CHP during a high-speed chase was arrested in Berkeley; and a high-ranking SF Sheriff’s official was arrested for hit-and-run.

Police Chase Involving Allegedly Stolen Vehicle Ends In Downtown SF Crash

A police pursuit involving an allegedly stolen vehicle ended with an injury crash near San Francisco's Crocker Galleria Monday morning.

Highway Patrol Releases Video of Oakland Car Chase Crash That Took the Life of Innocent Bystander Schoolteacher

The May 28 killing of Oakland high school math teacher Dr. Marvin Boomer when he was struck by a speeding vehicle the CHP was chasing has set off more debate over high-speed police chases, and now the Highway Patrol has released video of the pursuit.

40-Minute East Bay Highway Patrol Car Chase Tuesday Went All the Way From San Ramon to Milpitas

The California Highway Patrol’s Contra Costa division was kept busy Tuesday afternoon with another high-speed car chase that went on for 40 minutes, though this one fortunately did not end with any deadly consequences or injuries.

Arts & Entertainment

Last Week, This Week: Kabuki Meets Broadway in 'Pacific Overtures' Revival

This weekend: Time lapse of the aurora borealis. Last Week: K-Pop fans, Musk on drugs, and a family of owls. This week: Kicking off Pride month with Drag Me Downtown and Bootie Mashup; plus Odd Salon, 'Pacific Overtures', and drink and draw.

Victim In CHP Chase Crash Identified as Oakland Math Teacher, as More Details Emerge

The victim in Wednesday's fatal hit-and-run crash in Oakland stemming from a chase initiated by California Highway Patrol officers has been identified as a high school math teacher.

One Person Dead After Wednesday Night High-Speed CHP Chase in Oakland

In an incident that will surely fan the flames of the debate over high-speed police chases, one pedestrian is dead after California Highway Patrol officers engaged in a high-speed chase near Lake Merritt Wednesday night.

Carjacking Attempt in SF Sparks Bay Bridge Police Chase, Ends in Berkeley Arrests

A carjacking attempt in SF’s Potrero Hill on Friday afternoon led to a police pursuit across the Bay Bridge and ended with the arrest of three suspects in Berkeley around 2:00 p.m.

Court Rules Oakland Police Can Be Sued for 2022 Bystander Death

A federal appeals court ruled Oakland police can be held liable for the 2022 death of Lolo Soakai, a bystander killed after an unauthorized pursuit—challenging qualified immunity and allowing the family's lawsuit to proceed.

Police Pursuit In Antioch Leads to Deadly Four-Car Crash

Yet another police chase has led to yet another death in the East Bay after a wrong-way crash near the Antioch Bridge Tuesday night led to multiple collisions.

Day Around The Bay: Record-Breaking 79-Year-Old Orinda Woman To Run In Her 39th Boston Marathon

A 79-year-old retired nurse from Orinda is running her 39th Boston Marathon in a row; Elon Musk got brutally ridiculed during a gaming livestream; and Record Store Day is this Saturday.

Innocent Passenger Killed as a Result of High-Speed Police Chase In East Bay

Another death in the Bay Area can be chalked up to a high-speed chase involving law enforcement, this time in Pittsburg.

Oakland Man Crashes Into Car With Two Kids Inside After Earlier CHP Chase

A reckless driver in Oakland crashed into a car with two kids inside on Thursday after an earlier pursuit by CHP was called off.

Juvenile Too Young For A License Leads Police On Chase Through Vallejo Streets

A Vallejo youth who was reportedly below legal driving age was pursued by police on Friday after the juvenile was seen speeding through a red light in a stolen vehicle, causing several near-collisions.

Armed Assault In San Rafael Leads to Police Chase, Arrests In San Francisco

San Rafael police chased some allegedly armed suspects across the Golden Gate Bridge and into San Francisco on Wednesday afternoon, ultimately making three arrests on Presidio Parkway after the suspects' car experienced engine failure.

Felon on Parole Allegedly Carrying Meth For Sale Leads Police on Chase, Tries to Hide In East Bay Casino

A man fleeing from Vallejo police last weekend led the cops on a multi-county pursuit into the East Bay, where he reportedly ran into a casino in San Pablo in an attempt to escape from arrest.

SF Supervisor Jackie Fielder Asks SFPD For Answers About Chase That Led to Sunday's Crash

One new SF supervisor is pressing the SFPD for answers about the latest example that left seven people injured.