Nov 06, 2025

The Vallejo Sun sues Vallejo over release of police shooting video

The First Amendment Coalition is representing the Sun in its lawsuit over the city refusing to release unedited footage from the Aug. 29 shooting....

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  Oct 10, 2025

Amid police staffing shortages, crime in Vallejo is decreasing

While crime has come down from pandemic-era record highs, crime in Vallejo remains above the national average....

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  Sep 12, 2025

Vallejo Police reveal details of Aug. 29 police shooting

Police played body cam footage and 911 calls placed before two officers shot a man who allegedly pointed a BB gun at them....

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  Sep 04, 2025

Vallejo police prematurely announced bicyclist’s death

The bicyclist is not expected to survive but was still alive as of Thursday morning. He was hit by a car in an area where residents have sought traffic calming measures for years....

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  May 13, 2025

Federal agencies investigate arson attempt at Vallejo Tesla dealership

The FBI, Alcohol Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and Vallejo police investigated whether vandalism at the local Vallejo Tesla dealership was “domestic terrorism.”...

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  Jan 16, 2025

Vallejo leaders seek new gun violence solutions after 4-year-old girl critically injured in shooting

“Every Vallejo resident deserves the need to feel safe in their home and neighborhood,” Solano County Supervisor Cassandra James said....

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  Aug 13, 2024

Vallejo sued for couple’s violent arrest by police last year

Vallejo police followed Calvin Rush home from work and then arrested him and his wife, Jayme Rush, who officers threw to the ground and injured....

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  Apr 16, 2024

Vallejo police failed to disclose military equipment as required by state law

The department took a crucial first step towards compliance after inquiries from the Vallejo Sun....

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  Mar 28, 2024

Vallejo deputy police chief leaves department as veteran captain gets promotion

Vallejo police Deputy Chief Joseph Gomez left the Vallejo Police Department shortly after Capt. Robert Knight was promoted to deputy chief....

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  Mar 25, 2024

After record year of car chases, Vallejo police seek to reduce crashes

Vallejo police engaged in 197 pursuits in 2023, up 33% from the year before....

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  Feb 09, 2024

Vallejo neighborhood rattled by SWAT raid

Glen Cove residents say they heard what sounded like gunfire and explosions, police said that was likely beanbag rounds and stun grenades....

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  Nov 14, 2023

Vallejo settles lawsuit over police dog bite for $40K

The lawsuit alleged that Vallejo police used excessive force when they allowed a police dog to bite his arm for 23 seconds....

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