Sarah Hopkins, author at Open Vallejo

A black-and-white publicity photo from 1968 shows seven members of a band posing enthusiastically toward the camera, smiling and reaching forward. The group wears a mix of patterned and solid outfits typical of the era, radiating a sense of joy and unity against a plain white background.

Sly Stone, musical prodigy and son of Vallejo, dies at 82

by Sarah Hopkins June 12, 2025June 12, 2025

A severely burned motor home is loaded onto a flatbed tow truck beneath an overpass in Vallejo, California. The vehicle is extensively damaged, with its roof and sides partially melted and collapsed. The word “Smokey” is visible on the front grille. The tow truck displays a local company’s name and contact information.

Vallejo police arrest suspect in fire that severely burned man

by Sarah Hopkins June 11, 2025June 11, 2025

A uniformed sheriff’s deputy holding a rifle stands in tall grass, observing an area during daylight. He appears focused and attentive.

Vallejo mass shooting victims remembered as ‘peacekeepers’

by Sarah Hopkins June 3, 2025June 3, 2025

A police officer in a “POLICE” vest walks toward a van at a Marathon gas station at dusk; a lone sandal and small wet puddle lie illuminated on the asphalt in the foreground.

One person killed, five injured in Vallejo shootings

by Sarah Hopkins May 9, 2025May 9, 2025

A large military transport jet climbs over dry, rolling hills as a row of gray Air Force aircraft waits on the runway below.

Trump administration eyes detention site at Travis Air Force Base

by Sarah Hopkins April 30, 2025April 30, 2025

Man with close-cropped dark hair and trimmed beard sits in a car, facing the camera in bright daylight.

Family demands answers in shooting death of Giordano Cerletti

by Sarah Hopkins and Geoffrey King April 29, 2025May 8, 2025

A crime scene cleanup worker in white coveralls and teal gloves walks past police tape outside a gated apartment complex.

Man found fatally shot Monday morning in Vallejo

by Sarah Hopkins April 28, 2025April 29, 2025

A man hugs a young girl near a black SUV as multiple first responders and officers stand nearby. The emotional moment follows what appears to be a rescue or emergency response, with personnel from Vallejo Fire visible in the scene.

Vallejo police rescue toddler taken in alleged carjacking

by Sarah Hopkins and Geoffrey King April 18, 2025April 19, 2025

An oil refinery is seen at dusk, illuminated by orange and white lights, with smokestacks releasing plumes into the darkening sky. The image is taken through a metal security fence in the foreground, emphasizing restricted access and industrial scale. Smoke and vapor rise from various towers, and trailers and utility vehicles are visible in the fenced-in lot below.

Valero plans to close Benicia refinery by 2026

by Sarah Hopkins April 17, 2025April 17, 2025

A man sits quietly in a courtroom, appearing reflective and looking upward, with a partially visible uniformed officer standing behind him. The setting is somber with dim lighting, suggesting a judicial proceeding.

Defendant linked to ‘Zizians’ pleads not guilty to capital murder

by Sarah Hopkins March 26, 2025March 26, 2025