Toxic chemicals found at former Richmond dry cleaning business
The discovery of high levels of toxic chemicals found at a former dry cleaning site in Richmond, has prompted health officials to take immediate action, with plans Friday to go door-to-door in the neighborhood installing monitors and even considering evacuations of nearby homes if airborne toxins rise above safety levels.
The discovery of high levels of toxic chemicals found at a former dry cleaning site in Richmond, has prompted health officials to take immediate action, with plans Friday to go door-to-door in the neighborhood installing monitors and even considering evacuations of nearby homes if airborne toxins rise above safety levels.
Pizza delivery driver shot, killed at close range in Oakley
A man was shot and killed while sitting in his car parked in front of his home in Oakley on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Oakley Police Department.
A man was shot and killed while sitting in his car parked in front of his home in Oakley on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Oakley Police Department.
Residents protest repeated, toxic emissions from Martinez refinery
Residents in the East Bay said they're frustrated with the repeated, toxic emissions from the Martinez Refining Company.
Residents in the East Bay said they're frustrated with the repeated, toxic emissions from the Martinez Refining Company.
23-year-old charged with murder of grandmother in Concord
The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office has charged a Concord man with murder for the fatal stabbing of his grandmother earlier this month, police and prosecutors said Wednesday.
The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office has charged a Concord man with murder for the fatal stabbing of his grandmother earlier this month, police and prosecutors said Wednesday.
Woman charged with DUI, manslaughter after 5-year-old girl dies in Martinez crash
The California Highway Patrol has arrested a 32-year-old woman on suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and DUI following a deadly crash in Martinez that killed a 5-year-old girl and injured an 11-year-old.
The California Highway Patrol has arrested a 32-year-old woman on suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and DUI following a deadly crash in Martinez that killed a 5-year-old girl and injured an 11-year-old.
Man killed in Concord after car hits traffic sign
A 30-year-old man was killed in a car collision Monday afternoon in Concord when his car hit a traffic sign, police said.
A 30-year-old man was killed in a car collision Monday afternoon in Concord when his car hit a traffic sign, police said.
Missing, uncooperative boyfriend person of interest in Capitola woman's disappearance
The case is being referred to as a homicide investigation by police.
The case is being referred to as a homicide investigation by police.
Fatal crash closes road in Concord
A fatal collision shut down part of Kirker Pass Road in Concord on Monday evening, police said.
A fatal collision shut down part of Kirker Pass Road in Concord on Monday evening, police said.
5-year-old killed, 11-year-old seriously injured in Martinez DUI
A deadly crash in Martinez took the life of a young child and left another injured early Sunday morning, according to California Highway Patrol.
A deadly crash in Martinez took the life of a young child and left another injured early Sunday morning, according to California Highway Patrol.
1 dies, 1 injured on Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
Westbound lanes on Interstate 580 on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge reopened late Sunday night after a fatal crash.
Westbound lanes on Interstate 580 on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge reopened late Sunday night after a fatal crash.
Pedestrian struck in vehicle collision in Concord
A pedestrian was involved in a vehicle collision in Concord Sunday night, police said shortly after 9 p.m.
A pedestrian was involved in a vehicle collision in Concord Sunday night, police said shortly after 9 p.m.
Health officials want to crack down on Martinez Refinery after another flaring
The "rotten egg" odor caused by chemicals like sulfur in the air on Friday is giving rise to complaints from people all over the East Bay and leaving health officials concerned.
The "rotten egg" odor caused by chemicals like sulfur in the air on Friday is giving rise to complaints from people all over the East Bay and leaving health officials concerned.
Chemical odor permeates Martinez near refinery; flames spotted
The Contra Costa Health Department on Friday issued a health advisory because of a a strong chemical odor in Martinez, possibly associated with flaring at Martinez Refining Company.
The Contra Costa Health Department on Friday issued a health advisory because of a a strong chemical odor in Martinez, possibly associated with flaring at Martinez Refining Company.
East Bay vegetation fire mars Christmas vibe of neighborhood
Fire crews battled a fire that broke out in Bay Point early Friday morning, which blazed above homes decked out in Christmas lights and left at least one car severely charred.
Fire crews battled a fire that broke out in Bay Point early Friday morning, which blazed above homes decked out in Christmas lights and left at least one car severely charred.
Search for sexual assault suspect in Concord
Police in Concord are investigating a sexual assault. Authorities released a surveillance photo of the suspect.
Police in Concord are investigating a sexual assault. Authorities released a surveillance photo of the suspect.
Retired officer accused of shooting wife, standoff, appears in court
Retired Pittsburg police officer Chunilam Saechao, accused of shooting his wife and charged with attempted murder, had his first court appearance on Thursday. His court appearance was a week after the shooting led to a days-long stand-off with Pleasant Hill SWAT Police.
Retired Pittsburg police officer Chunilam Saechao, accused of shooting his wife and charged with attempted murder, had his first court appearance on Thursday. His court appearance was a week after the shooting led to a days-long stand-off with Pleasant Hill SWAT Police.
Pleasant Hill consignment-store worker scares off robbers with gun
A Pleasant Hill consignment-store worker scared off a group of would-be robbers by pointing his gun at them.
A Pleasant Hill consignment-store worker scared off a group of would-be robbers by pointing his gun at them.
Ex-cop charged with attempted murder after Pleasant Hill standoffs
An ex-cop who was involved in a prolonged standoff with Pleasant Hill police officers after he allegedly shot and injured his wife has been charged with a slew of felonies.
An ex-cop who was involved in a prolonged standoff with Pleasant Hill police officers after he allegedly shot and injured his wife has been charged with a slew of felonies.
Richmond holds meeting over smelly air and chemicals from wastewater treatment plant
Chemical and sewage-like odors were detected over several days last week and led to complaints by residents. Richmond City Council held an emergency meeting to address air quality concerns and pushed Veolia, which manages the plant for answers and solutions.
Chemical and sewage-like odors were detected over several days last week and led to complaints by residents. Richmond City Council held an emergency meeting to address air quality concerns and pushed Veolia, which manages the plant for answers and solutions.
BART fares to increase come January as agency increases gate security
Fares are increasing for Bay Area Rapid Transportation, and the transit agency says it is also making changes to ensure people pay their fares.
Fares are increasing for Bay Area Rapid Transportation, and the transit agency says it is also making changes to ensure people pay their fares.