Firefighters responding to fire in Martinez
The fire was reported around 12:35 p.m. and is burning near Vista Oaks Drive.
Surveillance video leads to arrest of suspect in Pittsburg shooting
The shooting was recorded on video surveillance, which included the license of the suspect vehicle, a breakthrough discovery for investigators.
Contra Costa County authorities investigating death of man in-custody
When a deputy opened the door to the inmate's cell, she found the inmate unresponsive.
Two arrested for driving stolen car, firearms possession after pursuit in Antioch
An officer on Highway 4 spotted an Audi reported stolen in San Francisco and attempted a traffic stop.
Live webcast celebrates 18,000 acres of public space in Martinez
Governor Gavin Newsom and a host of other officials will appear in a 6 p.m. live webcast celebrating the farm's donation to the National Park Service by the John Muir Land Trust.
Trapped window washers rescued from Walnut Creek office
An operation is underway to rescue window washers who are trapped at a 10-story building in Walnut Creek.
Window washers trapped at Walnut Creek office
Authorities are trying to rescue two window washers who were trapped at Walnut Creek's largest office building.
Trash cans in California town of Crockett littered with anti-Republican ballot jokes
It's unclear who is plastering the signs around the 3,000-person town in Contra Costa County, 30 miles from San Francisco.
Two cited in confrontation following start of hearing for alleged mural defacers
Attorneys for the couple accused of defacing a Black Lives Matter mural in Martinez appeared in court Tuesday. Meanwhile, 60 protesters surrounded the courthouse where two were cited in a confrontation.
1 year later: Richmond teen's road to recovery after shooting outside high school
At first, doctors weren’t sure if she would survive, but Ashley Parker beat the odds.
Crews working to contain vegetation fire in Moraga
The fire, which began Sunday afternoon, is estimated to be 20 to 30 acres in size, according to a Tweet from Cal Fire SCU.
Witnesses help lead Antioch police to strong-arm robbery suspect
Witnesses provided the license plate number of the getaway vehicle.
Concord man jumps to his death following police pursuit
The sheriff tweeted about 11 p.m. Wednesday that someone died near highways 242 and 4.
Man arrested after fatal hit-and-run of 88-year-old woman in San Pablo
Kelly Lynch, whom investigators said they found using surveillance cameras, was arrested following the death of Celia Demolina.
Unprecedented turnout expected as early voting begins
The lines are expected to be longer at Bay Area polling locations due to an unprecedented voter turnout. Vote by mail is encouraged,
'Thank you, thank you:' I-80 crash victim's family thanks good Samaritan via video
A heartbroken mother identified the driver as her 37-year-old son Geary Terry, Jr. The passenger identified as 70-year-old father Geary Terry Sr. who leaves behind nine children.
Deadly Antioch shooting under investigation
Although officers began providing first aid, the man died from his injuries at the scene.
Feds: Richmond convict tried to steal $22M from paycheck protection program
None of the loan money was spent.
California now allows all outdoor playgrounds to reopen to public
Some outdoor playgrounds in the Bay Area are starting to welcome back families. New state guidelines allow cities to reopen outdoor recreational facilities and playgrounds. The City of Concord is planning to reopen all its 19 playgrounds on Thursday.
Gyms, indoor restaurants, movie theaters can open in Contra Costa County
Elementary and secondary schools can reopen for in-person instruction on Oct. 13 if the county remains the red tier for two more weeks. Currently, elementary schools can apply for a waiver from the health officer to reopen.