Contra Costa County

Pittsburg, Calif. – Los Medanos College (LMC) is proud to announce that it has earned state designation as a Black-Serving Institution, a recognition that underscores the college’s longstanding commitment to …

Oakland, Calif. — The East Bay Regional Park District announced today the addition of approximately 190 acres of new parkland adjacent to Thurgood Marshall Regional Park – Home of the …

BART fares will increase January 1, 2026, to keep pace with inflation so the agency is able to pay for continued operations and to work toward restoring financial stability. BART’s …

Concord, Calif. — A record 2,100 runners and walkers kicked off their Thanksgiving morning at Newhall Park for this year’s Concord Turkey Trot, creating a festive community celebration while supporting …

WALNUT CREEK, Calif. – The holiday season is delivering a gift for California drivers as the average gas prices across the state dropped 10 cents since last week to $4.41 …

San Pablo, CA – Contra Costa College is proud to announce that it has been officially named one of California’s first Black‑Serving Institutions (BSIs). The designation comes under the newly …

Kensington, CA – The Kensington Police Department is launching its new Blue Envelope Program, a voluntary initiative designed to make traffic stops and other police contacts safer and less stressful …

ORINDA, CA — Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan announced the successful completion of the acquisition of Wagner Ranch Nature Area by John Muir Land Trust, marking a major milestone in efforts to …

On this episode, a chat with Jack Jackson, the author of The Reaction to Inaction: How to Outpace Disruption and Lead the Age of AI. Jackson will be holding a …

OAKLAND – Carrie Lynn Grant was sentenced to 27 months in federal prison for embezzling over $1.6 million dollars from a Northern California charity organization that provides educational materials and …

Due to this year’s early rainy season, wild mushrooms are popping up in great numbers throughout East Bay Regional Parks. Mushrooms are an ecologically important part of the parklands and …

An annual report that tracks Contra Costa County city progress on policies to address the climate crisis— leaves the Cities of Walnut Creek, Martinez and San Ramon solidly at the …

Martinez, CA – The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Contra Costa County Youth Hall of Fame Awards. These awards are presented annually …

OAKLAND – Daniel Damato pleaded guilty in federal court this afternoon to wire fraud in connection with his sales of fraudulent sports memorabilia.  Damato also admitted that he attempted to …

On Tuesday, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will discuss approving a resolution to call for an election of the 2026 Voter-Approved Contra Costa County Urban Limit Line. If …

CONCORD, CA— On December 7th, Mount Diablo’s Beacon will be relit by a survivor of Pearl Harbor supported by a Save Mount Diablo team. The Sons and Daughters of Pearl …

The Family Justice Center (“the Center”) is proud to announce the selection of Bisa French as its new Executive Director to usher in its next chapter of impact. Bisa has …

Concord, Calif., – John Muir Health’s Concord Medical Center achieved Magnet recognition for the fourth time, one of the highest and most prestigious distinctions that a health care organization can …

The next few days will offer residents of Contra Costa County several holiday themed events with tree lighting, parades to shopping opportunities. Here is a quick rundown of the major …

Contra Costa County Fire Protection District and the United Professional Firefighters Association of Contra Costa County Local 1230 are partnering to collect new, unwrapped toys for children in our communities! …

Concord, CA – Contra Costa County Public Works’ Buchanan Field Airport is excited to announce a special visitor on Saturday, December 13th, 2025. Santa Claus will be making his grand …

WALNUT CREEK, Calif. – The well-being of our community depends on the strength and stability of the organizations that serve it. The Dean & Margaret Lesher Foundation created the CARE …

A look at known 20225 Christmas Lights on display in Contra Costa County with more coming in as we inch closer to Christmas and the New Year. These displays included …

This week, Governor Gavin Newsom announced more than $140 million in funding for 495 grants to improve bicycle and pedestrian safety — including 13 agencies in Contra Costa County. Grants …

MOUNT DIABLO, CA— One of Mount Diablo’s last privately owned inholdings, rugged and biodiverse, is now permanently protected from development. On December 2nd, Bob Nunn generously donated five gorgeous acres …