Tree trimmer killed in accidental fall outside Moraga Country Club

Orinda police are investigating a deadly accident that claimed the life of a tree trimmer Wednesday outside of the Moraga Country Club, the Moraga-Orinda Fire District confirmed with KTVU.

Probe continues into Bay Area police officers' alleged threats into alleged pimp

Vallejo police are investigating two Bay Area police officers for alleged threats against an alleged sex trafficker who the officers say trafficked their daughter, an attorney familiar with the investigation said.

San Ramon golf course recycles water

Canyon Lakes Golf Course in San Ramon is helping combat the state's drought by recycling water for irrigation.

75-year-old Bay Area nurse runs 35th Boston Marathon with longest active streak among women in the race

A 75-year-old Bay Area woman completed a remarkable feat last week as she ran the Boston Marathon for the 35th straight time. Orinda resident Patty Hung crossed the finish line with the distinction of having the longest active finish streak among women runners in the storied race.

Gun pulled during showdown at Cheesecake Factory, police claim

Two people were detained after a loaded gun was allegedly found following a Cheesecake Factory fight in Walnut Creek.

18-year-old man killed, another injured in Bay Point shooting

An 18-year-old man died and another person was injured in a shooting Saturday evening in Bay Point, authorities said.

Police release sketch of man suspected in stabbing of skateboarder in Pleasant Hill

Pleasant Hill police are asking the public for help finding a man suspected of a stabbing they say sent the victim to the hospital with multiple wounds Wednesday night.

Most exemptions from COVID vaccine mandate granted in Contra Costa County

To receive a religious exemption, an employee must explain their feelings in writing. The county human resources department has the final say. Workers with exemptions must take COVID tests every week.

Orinda Theatre thrilled for release of latest James Bond movie
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KTVU FOX 2's Frank Somerville spoke with Derek Zemrak, owner and operator of the Orinda Theatre, about how they're excited about the latest film releases.

Pleasant Hill neighbors shook after skateboarder injured in stabbing
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Neighbors in Pleasant Hill are disturbed after occupants of a passing vehicle threw eggs at and then stabbed a skateboarder several times Wednesday night. Police are searching for suspects.

Richmond police chief on leave after daughter accuses her of threats

The city of Richmond confirmed that it has placed Police Chief Bisa French on paid administrative leave after an 18-year-old relative accused her and her husband of threatening to harm her and her boyfriend.

Concord City Council approves police drone program grant from Marathon Patroleum

The Concord City Council unanimously approved a police request for a drone program this week over the protests of residents who cited concerns over privacy and that the $30,000 of seed money for the program comes from Marathon Petroleum.

Skateboarder chased down, stabbed in Pleasant Hill

A skateboarder in Pleasant Hill was stabbed after a confrontation with people in a car. 

Skateboarder stabbed during altercation with car in Pleasant Hill
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Someone was chased down and stabbed in Pleasant Hill on Wednesday night after throwing something back at people in a car who had thrown eggs at a group skateboarding, police said.

Antioch police arrest man on arson, assault charges

In Antioch, police arrested a man suspected of attacking someone in a homeless camp and then starting a fire that spread to nearby hillsides.

Air district announces $433K settlement for violations at former Shell refinery

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District on Wednesday announced a settlement with Shell Oil Products US, which has agreed to pay $433,000 to settle violations at its former refinery in Martinez.

Contra Costa County Sheriff's vehicle damaged in Walnut Creek collision

A Contra Costa County Sheriff's vehicle was damaged in a collision late Wednesday morning. There were no reported injuries, according to the California Highway Patrol.