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 …
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Contra Costa County Seeks Input for the Vasco Road Corridor Safety Improvements Study
by CC Newsby CC NewsBrentwood, 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 …
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Contra Costa CountyMartinez
Full Closure Scheduled for Westbound SR-4 between McEwen Road and Cummings Skyway
by CC Newsby CC NewsContra 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 …
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EventsPittsburg
Mt. Diablo Resource Recovery Hosts Family Earth Day Celebration
by CC Newsby CC NewsMt. 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 …
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BrentwoodEvents
Brentwood Community Chorus: “The Music We Share” – A Joyful Celebration of Song
by CC Newsby CC NewsBrentwood, 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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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Contra Costa County
Recall Effort to Remove District Attorney Diana Becton “Not Politically Motivated”
by CC Newsby CC NewsThis 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 …
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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 …
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California
California Seizes Over $316M Worth of Unlicensed Cannabis Products in Q1 2025
by CC Newsby CC NewsEnforcement 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 …
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Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County Teacher of the Year Finalists Announced
by CC Newsby CC NewsPleasant 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. …
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Contra Costa County
Board of Supervisors Set to Talk Contra Costa County African American Holistic Wellness and Resource Hub
by CC Newsby CC NewsOn 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 …
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Antioch, CA — Josh Young scored the victory in the season opener for the Wingless Spec Sprint division Saturday night at Antioch Speedway. The Roseville driver grabbed the lead near …
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The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District reminds the community of its 2025 Weed Abatement Deadlines. 2025 Weed Abatement Deadlines: EAST COUNTY, May 12, 2025– Antioch, Bay Point, Bethel Island, …
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The Concord Police Department announced that a early morning shooting Monday left one person dead on Monument Blvd in the City of Concord. According to information released by police, on …
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Antioch
Antioch School Board to Establish Process for Selecting Student Board Members
by CC Newsby CC NewsThe Antioch Unified School District is set to finalize its bylaws to allow for a student board member to serve on the school board. If approved, it will allow the …
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Non-ProfitPodcast
Podcast: Tirrell Muhammad Talks Kings Accountability Program
by CC Newsby CC NewsOn this episode, Tirrell Muhammad joins me to talk about his efforts with the Kings Accountability Group and the work being done in the City of Richmond and other parts …
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On Tuesday, the City of Brentwood Diversity, Equity, Belonging and Inclusion Committee (DEBI) will discuss land acknowledgement recommendations. Under the item, the committee will discuss and consider an official City …
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Assemblywoman Lori Wilson (D-Suisun City) wants to raise the minimum age for youths to sit in the front seat of a car to age 13. Without addressing actual enforcement issues …
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California
California State Parks to Implement New Boat Launching Requirements for Golden Mussel Prevention
by CC Newsby CC NewsFOLSOM – Effective Monday, April 14, 2025, the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation will require all trailered or motorized vessels launching at Folsom Lake and Lake Clementine to participate in a …