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 …