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.
Driver dies in head-on crash on Vasco Road in East Bay
A head-on collision early Monday killed one person on Vasco Road, which connects Contra Costa and Alameda counties, the California Highway Patrol said.
A head-on collision early Monday killed one person on Vasco Road, which connects Contra Costa and Alameda counties, the California Highway Patrol said.
Road closures at Mt. Diablo State Park keep out visitors eager to see snow
The lure of a winter wonderland was irresistible as people drove to Mt. Diablo State Park only to find the roads closed due to hazardous conditions.
The lure of a winter wonderland was irresistible as people drove to Mt. Diablo State Park only to find the roads closed due to hazardous conditions.
El Cerrito woman arrested, suspected as serial armed robber
Officials say the 32-year-old woman from El Cerrito is accused of committing seven armed robberies throughout the area.
Officials say the 32-year-old woman from El Cerrito is accused of committing seven armed robberies throughout the area.
Police investigate possible 'threat of violence' at San Ramon high school
Police in San Ramon responded to a possible threat of violence aimed at a local high school Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.
Police in San Ramon responded to a possible threat of violence aimed at a local high school Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.
Tesla driver who died in Walnut Creek after crashing into fire truck ID'd
The man who died in a Tesla crash with a fire truck in Walnut Creek has been identified.
The man who died in a Tesla crash with a fire truck in Walnut Creek has been identified.
East Bay school board discusses book ban in light of 'Gender Queer'
The San Ramon Valley Unified school board meeting on Tuesday night was full as members discussed the new criteria for the process to ban specific books.
The San Ramon Valley Unified school board meeting on Tuesday night was full as members discussed the new criteria for the process to ban specific books.