April 13-19, 2025, is California Mosquito Awareness Week. During this important week, the Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District (District) is working to educate Contra Costa County residents about…
WALNUT CREEK, CA – If you’re looking to buy a top rated car this year, consider going electric, as electric and hybrid vehicles were top of the list in the…
Martinez, California – The Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office filed a 33-count felony complaint against eleven members of an Antioch-Pittsburg criminal street gang on conspiracy, grand theft of personal property, second-degree…
The Concord Police Department announced the arrest of a 27-year-old Pittsburg man in connection with a fatal shooting this past Monday. According to Concord Police, this past Monday morning, April…
On Tuesday, the Brentwood City Council will look to hire Darin Gale as Interim City Manager. According to the agenda, the council is being asked to adopt a resolution appointing…
WALNUT CREEK, Calif. – As spring break travel winds down, gas prices are following suit, down five cents since last week. Softer demand is fueling this downward trend, and with crude…
The California Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that occurred in Alamo on Thursday after a wheel came detached from a vehicle and crossed over the freeway into oncoming…
City of Antioch Announces Permanent Police Chief and Assistant City Manager ANTIOCH, CA – The City of Antioch is ushering in a new era with two pivotal leadership appointments that…
The City of Antioch has announced that Joe Vigil has been named the Chief of Police. Vigil had been serving as interim chief for the Antioch Police Department since January.…
Brentwood, CA — The Downtown Brentwood Coalition (DBC) is excited to announce the appointment of Kristen Mingus as its new Executive Director. A passionate community builder and connector, Kristen brings…
Brentwood, CA- The Contra Costa County Public Works Department is seeking public input for the Vasco Road Corridor Safety Improvements Study. This study aims to identify and address issues related…
Contra Costa County – Caltrans has scheduled a full overnight closure of all westbound lanes on State Route 4 (SR-4) between the McEwen Road exit and the Cummings Skyway on-ramp…
Mt. Diablo Resource Recovery to Host Annual Family Earth Day Celebration on April 26 in Pittsburg PITTSBURG, Calif. – Let’s celebrate Earth Day together! We’re bringing the community together for…
Antioch, CA — Spring is in the air and racing is in full swing at Antioch Speedway. The track will be offering more family fun this Saturday night with the…
Brentwood, CA – The Brentwood Community Chorus invites audiences to experience the power of song at its Spring Concert, “The Music We Share,” on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Bristow…
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom and California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging President Trump’s use of emergency powers to enact broad-sweeping tariffs that hurt…
On Wednesday, April 16th, at approximately 11:45 a.m., the Walnut Creek Police Department responded to the report of an attempted robbery on the 3300 block of Arbolado Drive. Responding officers…
The Contra Costa Fire Protection District says an early morning fire burned 2 acres and involved 20 vehicles in the City of Antioch. According to the fire district, on April…
SAN ANTONIO — Valero Energy Corporation (NYSE: VLO, “Valero”) announced today that its subsidiary, Valero Refining Company-California, has submitted notice to the California Energy Commission of its current intent to…
Sacramento, California – As the state continues to invest in the safety and security of California communities, new data suggests violent and property crime trended down in 2024 statewide. According…
This week, Gwyn Gabe issued a response to Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton on behalf of the recall effort. Gabe, who is a democrat, took issue with Becton…
Earth Day is close to the East Bay Regional Park District heart and mission to preserve and protect our natural resources here in the East Bay. Earth Day also provides…
Enforcement efforts continue to focus on operations that ultimately support the licensed market and community safety SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that over $316M worth of illegal cannabis…
Pleasant Hill, Calif.—Contra Costa County Superintendent of Schools Lynn Mackey revealed the finalists for the 2025-26 Contra Costa County Teacher of the Year Program in surprise classroom announcements on Tuesday.…
On Tuesday, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors are set to discuss the Feasibility Study for the African American Holistic Wellness and Resource Hub. The request to the Board…