City of Vallejo Archives - Open Vallejo

A low‐lit scene outside a gray building bearing the address “333 LEMON.” Yellow crime‐scene tape stretches diagonally across the frame, with a police officer or investigator bent over near the building’s foundation. A grassy lawn slopes up from a wooden retaining wall in the foreground.

Suspects in killings of Vallejo witness, Vermont border patrol agent connected by marriage license, extreme ideology

by Anna Bauman and Matthew Brown January 27, 2025January 29, 2025

A dimly lit scene at dusk. A uniformed police officer stands beside a black patrol SUV, his face illuminated by red emergency lights. Behind him, a two-tone van is partially visible. Silhouetted trees and utility poles appear in the background.

Vallejo police reform evaluator to hold public meeting Monday

by Anna Bauman January 26, 2025January 27, 2025

Stacks of bagged landscaping materials, wrapped in plastic, are neatly lined up in an outdoor parking lot. The colorful bags contrast with the lush green rolling hills and cloudy sky in the background, creating a blend of industrial and natural landscapes.

U.S. Department of Interior approves controversial Vallejo casino project

by Brendan Riley January 11, 2025January 11, 2025

The entrance to the emergency room at Kaiser Permanente in Vallejo, illuminated by bright red "EMERGENCY" signage against the dark night. A person is visible standing near the glass doors, adding a sense of quiet urgency.

With New Year’s Eve shooting, Vallejo closes out one of its deadliest years

by Matthew Brown January 4, 2025January 4, 2025

A distant shot of the Vallejo Health Center in the early evening, with the building partially lit by the setting sun, surrounded by shadows and empty streets.

Christmas Eve shooting marks grim milestone for Vallejo

by Matthew Brown January 4, 2025January 4, 2025

A Vallejo police officer in full uniform, identified by the badge on his shirt as Jason Ta, stands next to an American flag. His expression is serious, and he is positioned against a plain background, with the department's patch visible on his sleeve.

Vallejo selects Jason Ta as permanent police chief

by Geoffrey King December 31, 2024December 31, 2024

A nighttime scene showing a parked car with its hazard lights on, positioned in front of several police vehicles with flashing red and blue lights. The police cars illuminate the dark street, casting blue and red hues across the scene. The background is dimly lit, with faint outlines of buildings and trees.

Vallejo police get year-one reform plan, five months after start date

by Vanessa Arredondo November 8, 2024November 8, 2024

A composite image titled "No Responsive Records," featuring grayscale portraits of five individuals who were killed in encounters with the Vallejo police. Each portrait captures distinct facial expressions, suggesting a personal story behind each individual. Below the images, the text reads, "How Vallejo Hid Killings by Police," highlighting investigative themes.

Open Vallejo wins journalism honor for exposing hidden killings by police

by Open Vallejo November 1, 2024November 1, 2024

A black-and-white portrait of Andrew Murray in an outdoor setting, dressed in a formal suit and tie, looking off into the distance with a composed expression.

Vallejo City Manager Andrew Murray: The Public Safety Interview

by Anna Bauman October 24, 2024January 11, 2025

A man stands in front of a dimly lit concrete wall, gazing into the distance with a contemplative expression.

Vallejo whistleblowers who alleged corruption settle for $3 million

by Anna Bauman October 9, 2024October 9, 2024