Family of a beloved East Bay doctor seeks to help 'bring his dream to fruition,' setting up scholarship fund

The family of a beloved East Bay doctor, who died last month, has launched an effort to keep his legacy alive by starting a scholarship fund in hopes of transforming young people's lives.

Postal carrier pistol-whipped, robbed in Lafayette

A U.S. postal carrier was pistol-whipped and robbed Monday as she made he rounds in Lafayette, authorities said.

Big rig plunges from freeway overpass in Lafayette; driver OK

The California Highway Patrol said an Audi struck the rig about 3 a.m. on eastbound Highway 24, sending the truck plunging down 25 feet onto Pleasant Hill Road in Lafayette.

Lafayette to discuss safety issues after crossing guard killed

The Lafayette City Council will host a special meeting to discuss the issues, experiences and suggestions around pedestrian and bicycle safety in town, three weeks after Stanley Middle School crossing guard Ashley Dias was struck and killed.

7 Bay Area schools recognized in this year's list of National Blue Ribbon Schools

Seven Bay Area schools are among 28 in the state and 325 nationwide that were recognized Tuesday as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2021, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona announced.   

Fire destroys downtown Lafayette home

Flames spread quickly and badly damaged a cluttered home in downtown Lafayette early Thursday, authorities said. 

Crossing guard killed at Lafayette school lauded as hero

A memorial was created in memory for 44-year-old crossing guard Ashley Dias, who died helping students cross the street, at Stanley Middle School in Lafayette.

Crossing guard killed, student injured in auto accident outside Stanley Middle School in Lafayette

An accident outside Stanley Middle School in Lafayette injured a child and an adult who was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Police say the investigation into the accident will have roadways in the area closed for the next several hours.

Recall election supporters target Highway 24 drivers

The recall election of Gov. Gavin Newsom is quickly approaching. In the East Bay, some people in favor of the recall are displaying large signs on a Highway 24 overpass in hopes of getting people to vote Newsom out of office. 

Well-known East Bay bicyclist dies from injuries in Lafayette collision

Joe Shami, 86, was an avid cyclist who once rode up Mount Diablo every week for a decade. Over time he earned the nickname "The Legend of Mount Diablo."

Siblings turn to music to stop Asian hate

With increasing violence and crimes against Asian Americans, a brother and sister from Lafayette are using their talents to teach, encourage and empower others to stop Asian hate.

Small plane makes emergency landing on hillside near Lafayette Reservoir

Federal Aviation Administration said only the pilot was on board and he was not injured. There is also no report of damage to the aircraft.