Concord officers respond to Piercing Pagoda smash-and-grab robbery

Police in Concord say they responded to a Piercing Pagoda kiosk at the Sunvalley Shopping Center on Wednesday after reports of possible gunshots inside the shopping center. 

Oakley man involved in deputy shooting dies by suicide in jail: sheriff

A man accused of firing on a deputy and who attempted to fatally shoot himself during a standoff with the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office earlier this year has apparently died by suicide while incarcerated in jail, the Sheriff's Office said.

Grass fire disrupts traffic on Kirker Pass Road in Concord

A grass fire shut down the southbound portion of Kirker Pass Road Monday morning near the Concord Pavilion for roughly an hour.

Antioch places city manager on leave

The Antioch City Council announced Wednesday that City Manager Bessie Scott has been put on a leave of absence.

Concord immigration judge sues DOJ over termination

A Concord immigration judge is suing the Department of Justice over her termination, alleging that she wasn't kept on past her probationary period because she is a Democrat, a woman over 40, fluent in Spanish, and previously advocated for immigrants. 

Photo of broken heart tattoo released in search of identity of deceased woman in East Bay

Contra Costa County coroner’s officials say they have not been able to identify a woman who was struck and killed by a train in the winter and are now seeking the public’s help. 

Man fatally shot at Antioch home; suspect arrested nearby

A man was fatally shot at an Antioch home on Tuesday morning, and a suspect was later arrested after breaking into a nearby residence.

Pleasant Hill celebrates AANHPI Heritage Month with return of night market

The city of Pleasant Hill kicked off Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with its second annual night market.

Man charged in Antioch killing of child's mother

A 22-year-old man has been charged in the killing of his child’s mother in Antioch, authorities said.

Bodycam footage shows Antioch cop's harrowing ride during kidnapping

Authorities released video of a grocery store robbery attempt that escalated into a kidnapping of Antioch police officer who was trapped in the getaway car for miles before he shot the suspect in the leg. 

Viral bagel store opening in Lafayette

PopUp Bagels, a popular chain originating on the East Coast, is set to expand its footprint into the East Bay this fall.

Contra Costa DA highlights office's work while 'chasing justice'

Diana Becton, the first woman and African American to be elected district attorney in Contra Costa County, said her mission is seeking justice for victims.

Contra Costa College gives 181 graduating students a sweet departing gift

One-hundred and eighty-one Contra Costa College students graduating in May, got a surprising message from their school that brightened up their day. If Monday mornings are usually a drag, today was a big “yippie-ky-o-ky-yay!

Suspect arrested in fatal shooting of 20-year-old woman in Antioch

Zahvon Hopson was identified as a suspect in the fatal February shooting through a combination of video surveillance, witness statements, and forensic evidence.

El Sobrante teen killed, father and sister injured in Oregon crash involving suspected DUI driver

A tight-knit Contra Costa County community is grieving after an 18-year-old student was killed and his father and sister were seriously injured in a fiery wreck during a spring break trip.

Fuel price impacts felt by truckers, small businesses as inflation's grip tightens

The impact of the war in Iran is still being felt in the Bay Area, whether its at the pump or the Port of Oakland. Some industries are being hit harder than most.

San Pablo double dump dumpster mystery becomes clearer

A dumpster company says it got dumped by a customer who agreed to pay but never did. However, the dumpster company returned the favor by re-dumping the dumpster contents on the driveway.

Trash dumped at home over alleged payment dispute
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A dumpster company says a customer never paid for a rented dumpster, despite repeated promises. When the company retrieved the full dumpster, the driver dumped its contents onto the driveway.