Hercules H.S. holds coronavirus-era, drive-through graduation
Seniors from Hercules High School in Contra Costa County lined up in cars in the parking lot with their families Thursday and received their diplomas when their names were called.
San Ramon school officials criticized over raises during budget crisis
Parents in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District are upset that district managers are getting a raise at a time of a budget shortage.
Contra Costa County courts reopen, Alameda County extends remote functions
County officials warn that long lines are expected for the wait to get inside.
More than 4,000 PG&E customers without power in San Ramon area
An underground transformer in San Ramon is the cause for a power outage affecting 4,361 customers Monday night.
Three injured in Antioch shooting early Monday
A 26-year-old man was arrested in connection with a shooting that injured three people early Monday in Antioch, police said.
2 homes damaged in Antioch fire
The 2-alarm fire sent three to the hospital for smoke inhalation.
Walnut Creek moves annual Memorial Day ceremony online
The hour-long event will begin with remarks from Walnut Creek Mayor Loella Haskew and the other four members of the City Council.
Fire damages two Antioch homes, three treated for smoke inhalation
Con Fire Capt. Tracie Dutter said the fire, in the 800 block of B Street east of the old downtown area, was reported about 7 p.m. Saturday.
Contra Costa County arson suspect faces arraignment Tuesday, remains in custody
Joshua David Smith, 38, was arrested on suspicion of two counts arson on forest land and two COVID-19 coronavirus-related enhancements.
Antioch police make arrest in burglary of JC Penny jewelry department
Police said that while officers were responding, several further reports of activated alarms came in, and the alarm company said surveillance cameras were being deactivated from inside the store.
Bay Area officials rushing to recruit and train contact tracers
Every morning starting at 9 a.m. she picks up the phone and dials up a stranger, introducing herself and explaining her job helping public health officials track down every person in Contra Costa County who's been exposed to the new coronavirus.
DA launches probe of Orinda facility with coronavirus deaths
The Contra Costa County district attorney's office has launched a preliminary investigation into an Orinda nursing home where at least four residents have died and dozens of others have been infected with the coronavirus.
Walnut Creek police ask help identifying two shooting suspects
Police are asking for help from the public in their search for two suspects in a Walnut Creek shooting that happened Thursday evening.
41-year-old man arrested with fatal shooting of roommate
A 41-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of his roommate in Antioch on Monday morning, police said.
Businesses reopen in Contra Costa County, but still in survival mode
On Tuesday, Contra Costa County businesses began the long march back to what will be the 'new normal' in the coronavirus era.
Shops open in East Bay for first time in 2 months
However, strict guidelines are still in place.
COVID-19 restrictions: What is and isn't allowed in Contra Costa County
The East Bay joined a number of other Bay Area counties Monday in relaxation of the more strict requirements of Phase Two reopenings set by the governor.
Argument between roommates leads to fatal shooting in Antioch; city's second of the day
An argument between roommates turned deadly in Antioch on Monday morning when one of the roommates shot the other, police said.
Antioch police seek gunman in double shooting that leaves 1 dead, 1 injured
A shooting at an apartment complex in Antioch early Monday morning left one man dead and another injured, according to police.
Contra Costa County superior court to resume most operations on May 26
Anyone coming to any court facility in Martinez, Walnut Creek, Pittsburg or Richmond will have to wear a mask or other face covering at all times.