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crime6 days ago•5 min saved

NYT Games Engineer Shot by In-Laws Amid Custody Battle

Jonathan McKinsey, a 40-year-old engineering director for The New York Times, was fatally shot on September 26 in the parking lot of Dublin Sports Grounds in California. Police arrested his 77-year-old parents-in-law, Shili Chen and Shouyong Zhang, who are charged with murder and 'lying in wait.' The shooting occurred during a bitter divorce and custody dispute between McKinsey and his wife, Candice Jang. Court documents reveal years of mutual allegations of domestic violence, including claims of physical abuse and emotional torment. While prosecutors have not disclosed a motive, the defense argues McKinsey was volatile and abusive, whereas family members describe him as gentle. McKinsey had recently regained limited supervised visitation rights with his three children.

via The Washington Post|

#alameda-county #crime #dublin-shooting

local-news6 days ago

Fatal I-80 Crash in Berkeley Kills 39-Year-Old Driver, Closes Lanes for Four Hours

A fatal collision between a tractor-trailer and a pickup truck on westbound Interstate 80 in Berkeley killed Bradley Marshall, 39, of Danville. The crash, which occurred near University Avenue on October 2, 2026, closed three lanes for four hours and involved five to six vehicles in the immediate vicinity. A separate, unrelated crash nearby involved three vehicles but resulted in no injuries.

via The Berkeley Scanner|

#alameda-county #berkeley #chp

crime8 days ago•28 min saved

Defense lawyer for slain NYT exec’s in-laws cites victim’s alleged abuse history

Jonathan McKinsey, a transgender executive at The New York Times, was fatally shot on September 26 in Dublin, California. His 77-year-old parents-in-law, Shouyong Zhang and Shili Chen, have been charged with murder. During a court appearance on October 1, defense attorney Curtis Briggs claimed McKinsey was 'extremely rageful' and had abused his wife and children, contradicting prosecutors' depiction of a premeditated ambush. The case stems from a bitter custody dispute and domestic violence allegations between McKinsey and his wife, Candice Jang.

via New York Post|

#alameda-county #candice-jang #crime

crime-and-public-safety9 days ago•23 min saved

Dublin In-Laws Charged with Ambush Murder of NYT Executive Amid Custody Dispute

Shouyong Zhang and Shili Chen, a 77-year-old couple from Dublin, California, were charged with the murder of their son-in-law, Jonathan McKinsey. Prosecutors allege the pair staged a planned ambush at Dublin Sports Grounds on September 26, killing McKinsey in a parking lot while children were nearby. The shooting occurred during a bitter custody battle between McKinsey and his wife, Candice Jang. Both suspects remain in custody without bail, facing charges that include lying-in-wait, which carries a potential life sentence.

via The Mercury News|

#alameda-county #crime-and-public-safety #custody-dispute

crime10 days ago•27 min saved

NYT Engineer Shot by In-Laws Amid Bitter Custody Dispute

Jonathan McKinsey, a 40-year-old engineering executive at The New York Times, was fatally shot on Saturday in a Dublin, California, parking lot. His in-laws, Shouyong Zhang and Shili Chen, both 77, were arrested nearby and charged with first-degree murder. Court records reveal a volatile history between McKinsey and his wife, Candice Jang, including dueling restraining orders and allegations of domestic abuse. McKinsey had recently sought unsupervised custody of their three children, a request Jang opposed due to alleged child abuse. The shooting occurred amid a bitter divorce and custody battle, with no official motive yet confirmed by police.

via New York Post|

#alameda-county #crime #custody-dispute

crime11 days ago•24 min saved

Court records reveal deep family conflict behind fatal shooting of NYT executive in Dublin

Jonathan McKinsey, 40, was fatally shot in a Dublin parking lot on September 26 by his 77-year-old parents-in-law, who were arrested at the scene. Court documents reveal a year-long custody battle and competing allegations of abuse between McKinsey and his wife, the suspects' daughter. Both suspects are held without bail on murder charges, with arraignment scheduled for Wednesday. Police have not confirmed a motive, but the shooting occurred amid a contentious divorce and pending child endangerment charges against McKinsey.

via The Mercury News|

#alameda-county #crime #domestic-violence

crime11 days ago•2 min saved

NYT Games Executive Shot Dead by In-Laws in Dublin Sports Complex Parking Lot

Jonathan McKinsey, a 40-year-old director of engineering for New York Times Games, was fatally shot on Saturday afternoon in the parking lot of Dublin Sports Grounds in Dublin, California. Police identified his 77-year-old in-laws, Shouyong Zhang and Shili Chen, as the suspects. They were arrested nearby and booked into Santa Rita Jail on suspicion of murder, conspiracy, and child abuse. The shooting occurred during a busy youth athletics event, and witnesses reported seeing the suspects leave the scene. The incident is linked to an ongoing child custody and domestic violence legal battle between McKinsey and his wife.

via Los Angeles Times|

#alameda-county #crime #domestic-dispute

crime11 days ago•1 min saved

NYT Games Director Killed by In-Laws in Dublin Park

Jonathan McKinsey, 40, director of engineering for New York Times Games, was fatally shot in the parking lot of Dublin Sports Grounds on Sept. 26. Police arrested his 77-year-old parents-in-law, Shouyong Zhang and Shili Chen, who remain in custody on suspicion of murder. Witnesses reported the couple, both masked, took turns shooting McKinsey before being detained by a passing officer. While police have not disclosed a motive, records show McKinsey faced child endangerment charges and a restraining order from his wife in late 2025. The suspects face multiple charges, including conspiracy and child abuse, with arraignment scheduled for Sept. 30.

via CBS News|

#alameda-county #crime #dublin

health2 months ago•36 min saved

Rabies Case Prompts Euthanization of Pleasanton Indoor Cat

An indoor cat in Pleasanton tested positive for rabies on June 29 and was euthanized per Alameda County Public Health Department protocol after a likely bat exposure on a balcony; vector control found no roosting bats, exposed people received rabies post-exposure prophylaxis, and local risk to the public is considered low. The article notes that rabies in domestic cats is rare in California and highlights vaccination for dogs and cats as well as bat-proofing and other safety tips.

via Patch|

#alameda-county #bat-exposure #cats

local2 months ago•2 min saved

Little Fire triggers evacuations as Alameda County blaze swells to 700 acres near Pleasanton

A wildfire south of Pleasanton, dubbed the Little Fire, has burned about 700 acres with 0% containment, prompting evacuation orders for multiple zones (PLS-079, PLS-080, PLS-081, PLS-082, PLS-103) including the Ruby Hill area and neighborhoods along Vineyard Avenue. An evacuation center opened at the Pleasanton Senior Center. CAL FIRE and local fire departments are fighting the blaze with three air tankers, three helicopters, dozers and hand crews, but wind and limited access to the fire head are hampering suppression.

via ABC7 Bay Area|

#alameda-county #cal-fire #evacuations

crime4 months ago•1 min saved

Alameda County garage theft: five vehicles stolen in Oakland recovered, investigation ongoing

Five vehicles were stolen from an Alameda County maintenance garage in Oakland, including an unmarked sheriff's vehicle and a rental vehicle. Four were recovered using automated license plate readers, and the remaining vehicle was found by 4:20 p.m. The investigation is ongoing with no suspects in custody.

via KTVU|

#alameda-county #crime #license-plate-readers

health1 year ago•1 min saved

West Nile Virus Detected in Multiple Birds Across Alameda and Contra Costa Counties

A case of West Nile Virus has been detected in Dublin, Alameda County, with additional reports of infected birds and mosquitoes in nearby areas, prompting health officials to advise residents on prevention measures such as eliminating standing water and using insect repellent.

via Patch|

#alameda-county #disease-prevention #health

health1 year ago•2 min saved

Invasive Mosquitoes Threaten Bay Area and Sacramento Counties

Two aggressive, disease-causing Aedes aegypti mosquitoes were found in Livermore, California, marking the first detection in the area. Residents are urged to eliminate standing water and take protective measures to prevent the spread of diseases like dengue and Zika.

via Patch|

#aedes-aegypti #alameda-county #disease-spread

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Alameda County DA Pamela Price and Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao Recalled by Voters

Alameda County voters have approved the recall of District Attorney Pamela Price, with 65% voting in favor. Price, the first Black woman to serve as DA, faced criticism for her handling of high-profile cases and was accused of being lenient on crime. The recall was supported by police unions and Rep. Eric Swalwell, among others. The Alameda County Board of Supervisors will appoint a replacement until the next general election in 2026. The Oakland Police Officers Association expressed support for the recall, citing concerns over justice and economic management.

via KRON4|

#alameda-county #criminal-justice #oakland-police-officers-association

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Alameda County DA Pamela Price Recalled Amid Progressive Setbacks

Alameda County voters have recalled District Attorney Pamela Price, marking a setback for progressive crime policies in California. Price, who was elected on a platform of reducing sentencing and prosecuting more police officers, is the second Bay Area prosecutor ousted in recent years, following San Francisco's Chesa Boudin. Supporters of the recall, including local officials and the Alameda County Prosecutors Association, argued that Price's policies were too lenient. Opponents, however, claimed the recall was politically motivated. The Alameda Board of Supervisors will appoint a replacement until the next election in 2026.

via POLITICO|

#alameda-county #criminal-justice-reform #pamela-price