Antioch Could Reconsider HomeKey+ Project
On Tuesday, Antioch Mayor Pro Tem Don Freitas requested that the city reconsider moving forward with the HomeKey+ project. The controversial project comes at a time where the city of…
On Tuesday, Antioch Mayor Pro Tem Don Freitas requested that the city reconsider moving forward with the HomeKey+ project. The controversial project comes at a time where the city of…
Due to the detection of the invasive species Aedes aegypti mosquito in the area, the Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District (District) will be using truck-mounted, wide-area larvicide application…
After months of speculation and limited public information regarding a potential Contra Costa County takeover of Antioch Animal Services, county officials say discussions never advanced beyond an initial exploratory conversation.…
The Antioch Police Department announced the arrest of five people in connection with retail theft at Target in the City of Antioch. According to police, they teamed up with the Target…
On Tuesday, the Antioch Police will provide crime data to the Antioch City Council. The council will also have a jam packed agenda with several items from a potential major…
The Antioch Police Department responded to a report of a person shot Monday morning on W 9th Street in the City of Antioch which prompted a SWAT call out and…
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District is battling a 2-alarm vegetation fire near the Antioch Marina Wednesday evening. The fire broke out around 8:30 pm in the 1200 block…
The Antioch Police Department announced the arrest of a suspect in connection with vandalizing the WTF Restaurant over the weekend. Police, who did not identify the suspect, was arrested and…
On Tuesday, the Antioch City Council discussed a name change for the Public Safety and Community Resources Department in an effort to better align the department with the current vision…
Ahead of a recently called special board meeting, a group of individuals have submitted a Letter to the Editor expressing concerns about Superintendent Dr. Darnise R. Williams and her leadership,…
On Tuesday, the Antioch City Council will discuss its city manager, city attorney and continue to conduct its study session on the budget. It will also include a 5-year capital…
On Friday, the City of Antioch announced that due to ongoing renovations, the Antioch Water Park is closed until further notice. The park was scheduled to open June 6, 2026.…
SACRAMENTO – Building on California’s strategies leading to a 9% reduction of unsheltered homelessness last year, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the award of voter-approved Proposition 1 funding to create…
On Sunday afternoon, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District firefighters rescue a female who was injured after they struck a dock in Antioch. Battalion Chief Bob Atlas said firefighters responded…
Antioch, CA — The Antioch Farmers’ Market returns to the Rivertown District for its second season on Sunday, May 10th from 9:00am to 1:00pm. After a strong first year, the…
On May 9, 2026, at approximately 1:03 a.m., Antioch Police officers responded to the area of G Street and Drake Street for a report of a single-vehicle collision. Officers found…
Martinez, California – The Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office has charged Jaquan Tarrell Jones, 38, of Antioch, with six felony counts stemming from an attack that left one man dead…
The Antioch Unified School District is likely headed towards receivership after failing to agree to $18.75 million in cuts Wednesday night. In a 2-3 vote, the board opted not to…
ANTIOCH, CA — The City of Antioch has released its 2025 City Manager’s Annual Report, providing a comprehensive overview of work completed across City departments over the past year. The…
On Tuesday, the Antioch City Council agreed to place Antioch City Manager Bessie Marie Scott on paid leave of absence. The move came after a 3-hour closed session in which…
Antioch police responded to a shooting in the 5000 block of Percheron Way on May 5, 2026, at 9:14 a.m. Upon arrival, officers located an adult man who was unconscious,…
During tonight’s Antioch City Council meeting, the city council is set to appoint an acting city manager in place of Bessie Marie Scott. Ironically, the agenda appears to foreshadow what…
ANTIOCH, CA — The City of Antioch has launched a cross-departmental Illegal Dumping Task Force to strengthen the City’s response to ongoing illegal dumping challenges and improve coordination across departments.…
Free live music & entertainment, local food, family fun and, of course, wine – plus, after parties! Enjoy performances by the former lead singer of Santana, Tina Turner Tribute and…
ANTIOCH, CA – A new era is taking shape at the Antioch Historical Museum. Located at 1500 W. 4th Street, the museum is embarking on one of the most significant…