Pittsburg driver in hit-and-run of dance student charged with vehicular manslaughter
The driver accused of fatally striking a 17-year-old girl and then fleeing the scene, was charged with vehicular manslaughter, authorities said.
The driver accused of fatally striking a 17-year-old girl and then fleeing the scene, was charged with vehicular manslaughter, authorities said.
Oakley to honor memory of Alexis Gabe
The city of Oakley will honor Alexis Gabe on Friday on what would have been her 25th birthday.
The city of Oakley will honor Alexis Gabe on Friday on what would have been her 25th birthday.
Couple arrested by Pittsburg police for fatal hit-and-run of 17-year old
Pittsburg police on Wednesday announced a couple was arrested in connection to a fatal hit-and-run collision that killed a 17-year-old pedestrian earlier this month.
Pittsburg police on Wednesday announced a couple was arrested in connection to a fatal hit-and-run collision that killed a 17-year-old pedestrian earlier this month.
Antioch city manager placed on leave after calling out sick
The city manager of Antioch was placed on leave Tuesday night during a closed door council meeting. Cornelius “Con” Johnson said he wasn't included in the meeting and is shocked by the decision.
The city manager of Antioch was placed on leave Tuesday night during a closed door council meeting. Cornelius “Con” Johnson said he wasn't included in the meeting and is shocked by the decision.
Strong winds take down trees, flip over planes in Concord
Dangerous winds in the East Bay knocked out power and took down trees, which fell on buildings. The winds even flipped over small aircraft in Concord.
Dangerous winds in the East Bay knocked out power and took down trees, which fell on buildings. The winds even flipped over small aircraft in Concord.
Brentwood police, suspect engage in apartment shootout
A 30-year-old man from Long Beach and a woman he had possibly held hostage were injured after a Sunday night shootout with Brentwood police at an apartment complex, police said.
A 30-year-old man from Long Beach and a woman he had possibly held hostage were injured after a Sunday night shootout with Brentwood police at an apartment complex, police said.
17-year-old dance student killed in hit-and-run was known for 'energy and brilliant smile'
Family and friends of a 17-year-old girl killed by a hit-and-run driver in Pittsburg this week want answers and changes. The crash happened in front of Golden Gate Community School.
Family and friends of a 17-year-old girl killed by a hit-and-run driver in Pittsburg this week want answers and changes. The crash happened in front of Golden Gate Community School.
Antioch man shot then carjacked, suspect remains loose: Police
A man was shot and then carjacked Saturday in front of an Antioch apartment complex, according to police. Authorities say the shooter is still missing.
A man was shot and then carjacked Saturday in front of an Antioch apartment complex, according to police. Authorities say the shooter is still missing.
Some Bay Area reservoirs spilling over after latest round of storms
While snow piles in the Sierra and rain soak the Bay Area, California’s reservoirs are filling up. Some are even spilling over.
While snow piles in the Sierra and rain soak the Bay Area, California’s reservoirs are filling up. Some are even spilling over.
4-vehicle crash with injuries appears to be weather related, fire officials say
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District says the cause of a four-vehicle crash in Walnut Creek Thursday afternoon appears to be weather related. Five people were taken to the hospital and one patient is in critical condition. 10 passengers from a county bus had to be evaluated, officials said.
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District says the cause of a four-vehicle crash in Walnut Creek Thursday afternoon appears to be weather related. Five people were taken to the hospital and one patient is in critical condition. 10 passengers from a county bus had to be evaluated, officials said.
Abused San Pablo pit bull finds new home
A Bay Area dog that was abused by its owner will start a new life this week in Southern California.
A Bay Area dog that was abused by its owner will start a new life this week in Southern California.
Richmond shooting leaves 1 dead
A person was shot and killed in Richmond Wednesday morning and the suspect remains at large, authorities said.
A person was shot and killed in Richmond Wednesday morning and the suspect remains at large, authorities said.
Health advisory if you live near Martinez refinery: Don't eat the food you grow
Heath officials in Contra Costa County are advising residents and those who garden near the Martinez refinery not to eat the food they grow, at least not until soil testing is complete.
Heath officials in Contra Costa County are advising residents and those who garden near the Martinez refinery not to eat the food they grow, at least not until soil testing is complete.
Pedestrian dies after crash near high school: Pittsburg police
A pedestrian was struck and killed near a high school Tuesday evening, according to Pittsburg police.
A pedestrian was struck and killed near a high school Tuesday evening, according to Pittsburg police.
Health officials say residents near Martinez refinery should refrain from eating home-grown-food
Contra Costa Health (CCH) on Tuesday advised residents near Martinez Refining Company (MRC) not to eat produce grown in soil that may have been exposed in November to "spent catalyst" with heavy metals, saying further environmental testing needs to be completed.
Contra Costa Health (CCH) on Tuesday advised residents near Martinez Refining Company (MRC) not to eat produce grown in soil that may have been exposed in November to "spent catalyst" with heavy metals, saying further environmental testing needs to be completed.
Flood watch warning issued for entire Bay Area: Here's a list of where to get free sandbags to prepare
The already heavily saturated Bay Area was set to get more rain this week, prompting a flood watch warning for the region and a rush to get sandbags in place.
The already heavily saturated Bay Area was set to get more rain this week, prompting a flood watch warning for the region and a rush to get sandbags in place.
Suspect still missing after allegedly robbing Verizon store, threatening employees with gun
Authorities are searching for a suspect allegedly involved in robbing a Verizon store and in an attempt to run over a Pleasant Hill officer.
Authorities are searching for a suspect allegedly involved in robbing a Verizon store and in an attempt to run over a Pleasant Hill officer.
East Bay fire station reopens after closing down over a decade ago
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District announced the opening of Fire Station 74 in Pinole after its closure more than a decade ago.
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District announced the opening of Fire Station 74 in Pinole after its closure more than a decade ago.
'Looney Tunes' armed robber gets away: Antioch police
Antioch police asked for the public's help in finding a woman who pulled off an armed robbery at Smart & Final last week. Wearing a "Looney Tunes" T-shirt, light jeans, and a black fanny pack, she allegedly got away in a white Suburban.
Antioch police asked for the public's help in finding a woman who pulled off an armed robbery at Smart & Final last week. Wearing a "Looney Tunes" T-shirt, light jeans, and a black fanny pack, she allegedly got away in a white Suburban.
Pothole on East Bay highway damages dozens of vehicles
Motorists in Pacheco have been caught off guard by a sizable road hazard.
Motorists in Pacheco have been caught off guard by a sizable road hazard.