A Bay Area community is being left in the dark by thieves who are stealing copper wire from utility poles and streetlights.

James added that a leaning utility pole isn't always a safety concern. Some poles are set at an angle for structural reasons. Tension from the wires usually reinforces the stability. James said ...

between High Street and Dayton Street is shut down until further notice after the driver of a vehicle hit a utility pole, causing wires to be down on the road. Police are asking to stay clear of ...