Redwood City Mom Accused Of Threatening Son With Knife

A Redwood City woman faces two felony charges after police allege she pointed a knife at her teen son's neck during an argument.

Work Truck Stolen At Gunpoint In Redwood City: Police

Two men stole a man's work truck early Tuesday and pointed a gun at the victim when he tried to intervene, according to police.

Man Sought For Thrusting Genitals At Boy Through Hole In Wall: Police

A 15-year-old fled the park restroom where the indecent incident took place, according to police.

2 Arrests For Illegal Weapons In San Mateo County

Both are felons, according to the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office.

Felon With Loaded Gun Arrested In Redwood City: Police

The man was booked into the Maguire Correctional Facility on Wednesday and was being held without bail.

Life Sentence For SMC Man Convicted Of Sexually Assaulting 5 Victims

The El Granada man was convicted in August in the sexual assaults of five victims between the ages of 13 and 18.

Redwood City Man Killed In Christmas Eve Crash In San Carlos

Police said the pedestrian was struck by two vehicles on Christmas Eve morning, and the second driver fled the scene before being caught.

3 Teens Arrested In Shooting Death Of Redwood City 18 Year Old: Police

Investigators allege three young suspects lured the victim to Alameda County where he was shot and killed.

Redwood City Car Wash Burglar Found Hiding On Roof: Police

Police said the burglar triggered an alarm before attempting to hide from officers early Wednesday.

San Mateo Sheriff's Deputy Injured While Taking Someone Into Custody

A deputy approaching a man accused of attempted kidnapping and numerous other felonies went to the hospital for facial injuries.

Carjacker Threw Driver Out, Lit Car On Fire: Redwood City Police

Redwood City police are looking for a man they say forcibly removed a driver from their car, then set it on fire.

Man Accused In Deputy Attack, Attempted Kidnapping In Redwood City

A man accused of trying to kidnap a cafe worker and attacking a deputy faces multiple charges including mayhem and aggravated assault.

Holiday DUI Patrols Underway In San Mateo County

The sheriff's office is using state grant money to support added DUI patrols through the holiday season.

SMC Sheriff Welcomes New Therapy Dog

Ben the therapy dog has officially reported for duty on the Peninsula and will soon be making his rounds at community events and schools.

SMC Shares Storm Prep Ideas For The Winter Ahead

Local leaders are bracing for a potentially active winter and urging Peninsula neighbors to prepare before things get overwhelming.

Redwood City Man Accused Of Trying To Meet Minor For Sex: Police

According to investigators, the suspect met the teen girl while working at met at a math tutoring center.

SMC Jury Reaches Murder Verdict In San Carlos Mother's Beheading

Prosecutors said the killing was motivated by vengeance, while the defense argued it was self-defense by a man with mental health issues.

Redwood City PD Gets $100K For Traffic Safety Programs

The latest state grant will help expand traffic safety programs and enforcement in the months to come.

Son Accused Of Elder Abuse Arrested In Redwood City

Police said the man caused tens of thousands in damages at his parents' home and lit a large fire in the backyard before his arrest.

Child Porn Found During Medical Call In Redwood City: Police

Medics responding to an emergency call reported worrying images seen on the man's computer screen, police said.

SMC Offers Repair Vouchers To Drivers Pulled Over For Broken Lights

Under a new partnership, deputies will provide vouchers instead of citations to drivers who are pulled over for having broken lights.

Man Arrested After Tense Standoff In Redwood City

Police said a man armed with what was later determined to be a pellet rifle threatened neighbors and prompted a standoff Sunday.

Halloween Patrols Through Tuesday In Redwood City

Extra patrols targeting impaired driving will continue in Redwood City through Halloween night.

Warning Shot Scares Off Thief In Redwood City; 1 Arrested: Police

A suspect was arrested after police used a drone and K9 to track down a man suspected of vehicle theft.

Both Sides Weigh In On Civilian Oversight For SMC Sheriff's Office

A special meeting Tuesday drew supporters and critics of a potential civilian oversight committee for the San Mateo Sheriff's Office.

SMC Sheriff Gets $207K For Traffic Safety Efforts

The latest state grant will fund a series of patrols and enforcement efforts designed to improve safety on Peninsula roads.

4 Suspects Accused In 7 Redwood City Crimes

According to police, four young people arrested over the weekend were responsible for a series of recent crimes in downtown Redwood City.

Redwood City Hosts Cooking Safety Open House Saturday

Residents are invited to come to the fire station and take part in interactive cooking safety exercises as part of Fire Prevention Week.

4 Arrested After Brawl Outside Redwood City In-N-Out

Police said a confrontation outside the restaurant culminated in several people injured by a metal pipe.

Man Pistol-Whipped, Robbed At Redwood City Store: Police

Police said two armed men attacked a victim at a convenience store over the weekend and forcibly stole his jewelry.

Man Arrested After Whole Foods Robbery In Redwood City: Police

Police said the suspect's family phoned 911 after he came home with a large amount of cash.

Man Arrested After Car Set On Fire In North Fair Oaks

A Redwood City man was booked into jail on suspicion of arson, burglary and vandalism.

Pair Sought After Man Knocked Out At Redwood City Gas Station

Officers found the victim unconscious near the gas pumps after a late-night fight.

SMC Forms Domestic Violence Task Force After 5 Women Killed

Apart from the mass shooting that rocked Half Moon Bay, all of San Mateo County's homicides this year have been from domestic violence.

Pedestrian Safety Patrols Planned Thursday In Redwood City

Plainclothes and uniformed CHP officers will be out in the area Thursday enforcing the rules for drivers and pedestrians alike.

Redwood City Driving Instructor Gets 18-Year Sentence For Child Porn

The San Mateo man admitted to using social media apps and his driving school to recruit girls to produce sexually explicit content.

String Of Burglaries Prompts Warning From San Mateo Sheriff

A series of burglaries around Redwood City, San Carlos and Atherton has law enforcement urging residents to upgrade home security.

Peninsula Rape Suspect Accused Of Extortion, Other Crimes

A Daly City man is accused of raping a woman in San Mateo and threatening her life while attempting to extort her for money.

Redwood City Man Arrested, Accused Of Harassing Teen

Police are still investigating two similar cases involving different suspects harassing teen girls.

2 Arrested After Shooting In Denny's Parking Lot

Investigators have arrested two people they suspect fired several rounds after a fight at a Redwood City restaurant in July.