Sources: Suspect snuck gun into Pittsburg police jail cell and shot officer
KTVU has learned from multiple sources that an auto-theft suspect managed to sneak a gun into a holding cell at the Pittsburg Police Department, shoot an officer in the abdomen and ended up shooting himself in the foot before he was subdued during a chaotic struggle.
KTVU has learned from multiple sources that an auto-theft suspect managed to sneak a gun into a holding cell at the Pittsburg Police Department, shoot an officer in the abdomen and ended up shooting himself in the foot before he was subdued during a chaotic struggle.
Pittsburg police officer and suspect injured in police-station shooting during suspect's booking
A Pittsburg police officer and a suspect being booked into the jail were both injured in a shooting on Thursday following a physical altercation – but it wasn't clear whose gun it was that went off.
A Pittsburg police officer and a suspect being booked into the jail were both injured in a shooting on Thursday following a physical altercation – but it wasn't clear whose gun it was that went off.
The AI boom and demand for data centers
Data centers are promising jobs, investment and economic growth, but neighbors want to know what comes with them. The fight playing out in Bay Area communities is part of a much bigger national debate over who benefits and who bears the cost. Daniel Aldrich, a Dean's Professor of Resilience at Northeastern University, gives insight.
Data centers are promising jobs, investment and economic growth, but neighbors want to know what comes with them. The fight playing out in Bay Area communities is part of a much bigger national debate over who benefits and who bears the cost. Daniel Aldrich, a Dean's Professor of Resilience at Northeastern University, gives insight.
City of Pittsburg falls victim to phishing attack
The City of Pittsburg on Wednesday reported that city personnel had fallen victim to a phishing attack, resulting in a payment of over $900,000 to a fraudulent account posing as a city vendor.
The City of Pittsburg on Wednesday reported that city personnel had fallen victim to a phishing attack, resulting in a payment of over $900,000 to a fraudulent account posing as a city vendor.
Pittsburg controversy over data center on old Delta View Golf Course
Community resistance spilled into a Pittsburg city council meeting Monday night, where numerous residents voiced concerns over the data center's projected energy consumption, noise levels, water usage, and subsequent traffic congestion along West Leland Road. At times, it got heated.
Community resistance spilled into a Pittsburg city council meeting Monday night, where numerous residents voiced concerns over the data center's projected energy consumption, noise levels, water usage, and subsequent traffic congestion along West Leland Road. At times, it got heated.
Police uncover illegal marijuana grow operation at Pittsburg home
Authorities uncovered an illegal marijuana grow operation at a Pittsburg home early Saturday after receiving a report of suspicious activity.
Authorities uncovered an illegal marijuana grow operation at a Pittsburg home early Saturday after receiving a report of suspicious activity.
Pittsburg killing under investigation, suspect in custody
Officers found a 53-year-old man suffering "serious injuries to the upper torso," and he was taken by medics to a hospital, where he died.
Officers found a 53-year-old man suffering "serious injuries to the upper torso," and he was taken by medics to a hospital, where he died.
Vigil held in Pittsburg for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk
Students and community members held a vigil for Charlie Kirk at Los Medanos College in Pittsburg, organized by the campus chapter of Turning Point USA.
Students and community members held a vigil for Charlie Kirk at Los Medanos College in Pittsburg, organized by the campus chapter of Turning Point USA.
Antioch shooting prompts disruption of East Bay BART service
BART confirmed the closures and subsequent police activity was due to a shooting that occurred about 8:15 p.m. at a bus stop near the Antioch station.
BART confirmed the closures and subsequent police activity was due to a shooting that occurred about 8:15 p.m. at a bus stop near the Antioch station.
Car crashes into Rite Aid in Pittsburg, fire department clears the scene
A car crashed into a Rite Aid store in Pittsburg on Thursday, officials with the fire department say.
A car crashed into a Rite Aid store in Pittsburg on Thursday, officials with the fire department say.
Contra Costa County's 1st Black supervisor dies
Former Contra Costa County supervisor, Federal Glover, has died at the age of 69.
Former Contra Costa County supervisor, Federal Glover, has died at the age of 69.
Mom says twins were abused by teacher at Pittsburg KinderCare
An East Bay mother sounded the alarm about alleged abuse at a daycare facility where she says her children were physically harmed.
An East Bay mother sounded the alarm about alleged abuse at a daycare facility where she says her children were physically harmed.
Boy killed in Pittsburg shooting, another injured
One boy was killed and another was injured in a shooting Saturday night in Pittsburg.
One boy was killed and another was injured in a shooting Saturday night in Pittsburg.
Suspected gang members charged for multi-million dollar theft spree
Eleven members of a suspected Antioch - Pittsburg street gang were charged in a multi-million-dollar theft spree by the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office, officials say.
Eleven members of a suspected Antioch - Pittsburg street gang were charged in a multi-million-dollar theft spree by the Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office, officials say.
Woman killed, fiancé injured in Pittsburg crash involving fleeing driver
The family of a 22-year-old woman is mourning her death after the car she and her fiancé were in was struck by a suspect fleeing from California Highway Patrol officers in Pittsburg over the weekend.
The family of a 22-year-old woman is mourning her death after the car she and her fiancé were in was struck by a suspect fleeing from California Highway Patrol officers in Pittsburg over the weekend.
Passenger killed in crash following police chase in East Bay
A passenger of a vehicle was killed in Pittsburg Sunday when another vehicle, being pursued by the California Highway Patrol, collided with the car, the California Highway Patrol said.
A passenger of a vehicle was killed in Pittsburg Sunday when another vehicle, being pursued by the California Highway Patrol, collided with the car, the California Highway Patrol said.
East Bay man facing more than 100 years to life over 'daylong crime spree'
After his most recent conviction for a September 2023 crime spree, an East Bay man is facing a possible sentence of 100 years to life in prison.
After his most recent conviction for a September 2023 crime spree, an East Bay man is facing a possible sentence of 100 years to life in prison.
Women in Pittsburg dog kicking dispute charged with animal cruelty
The Pittsburg animal cruelty case was captured on surveillance video.
The Pittsburg animal cruelty case was captured on surveillance video.
Police arrest duo accused of kicking dog during Pittsburg neighbor dispute
The suspects, Lagashia Williams and Graciela Amar, were arrested on Thursday, according to police. The suspects allegedly had a gun at the time of the confrontation, which occurred last week.
The suspects, Lagashia Williams and Graciela Amar, were arrested on Thursday, according to police. The suspects allegedly had a gun at the time of the confrontation, which occurred last week.
Woman seen on video kicking dog during Pittsburg neighbor dispute
A disturbing act of animal cruelty was caught on video in Pittsburg.
A disturbing act of animal cruelty was caught on video in Pittsburg.