Jackknifed big rig shuts down I-680 southbound lanes in Martinez for most of the day

A multi-vehicle crash involving an overturned tractor-trailer led to the closure of southbound I-680 in Martinez during the Wednesday morning commute. All lanes were reopened about eight hours later. 

Suspects charged for alleged attempt to snatch Rolex in Walnut Creek

Two men face numerous felony charges after they struck a man in the head with a handgun as they tried to steal his silver and gold Rolex in Walnut Creek, prosecutors said.

17-year-old arrested after fatal Brentwood 24-Hour Fitness gym shooting

Brentwood police say a 17-year-old boy is now in custody, facing murder charges in last week's deadly shooting at a 24-Hour Fitness Center.

One dead, one injured in pair of San Pablo hit-and-runs

San Pablo police say they are investigating two separate early morning hit-and-runs that left one person dead and another with moderate injuries. 

2 detained after fatal shooting at Brentwood 24-Hour Fitness

Brentwood police said two people have been detained after a shooting at 24-Hour Fitness that left one man dead and three people wounded.

Casket knocked over during family brawl at Richmond funeral

A large brawl broke out between family members at a funeral in Richmond, ending with a casket being knocked over and an arrest.

Contra Costa teachers union prepared to strike over pay, class size

Outside the Contra Costa Office of Education Tuesday, teachers say they've reached a breaking point, battling with the superintendent over a 5% cost of living raise.

Former Contra Costa County Sheriff's Dept. volunteer arraigned on illegal gun charges

A former volunteer with the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department was arraigned on illegal gun possession charges officials with the Contra Costa County district attorney's office says. 

Daughter of victim of latest Danville Rolex robbery speaks out

The daughter of the latest Rolex robbery in Danville said Monday that she is concerned about the recent spree of similar incidents in the Tri-Valley area.

San Pablo police officer busts a move with local 8-year-old dancer

A San Pablo police officer was caught on video busting out serious dance moves last week alongside an 8-year-old named Ivan. Officer Cameron Banayat showcased his moves during his department’s National Night Out event on Tuesday, dancing in sync to Michael Jackson's Pretty Young Thing.

Hundreds protest outside Chevron on the 10th anniversary of a fire that sent thousands to the hospital

More than a hundred activists protested outside of Chevron's Richmond refinery today to recognize the ten-year anniversary of one of the worst refinery accidents in decades in the Bay Area.

'Shocking and upsetting': Alexis Gabe's family shown timeline of daughter's death

Alexis Gabe's family received a chilling timeline of their daughter's death from police this week. The documents and images arrived more than six months after her disappearance.

Firefighters protect buildings briefly threatened by Martinez brush fire

Firefighters managed to successfully protect buildings that were briefly threatened in a residential area of Martinez when a wildfire broke out Thursday afternoon.

Usain Bolt's bike sharing firm bolts from Richmond

The city of Richmond now has to find a new operator to handle all the electric bikes that were left behind by a bike-sharing company founded by Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt.

Former Richmond cop charged for allegedly beating man with Taser

Felony charges on Wednesday were filed on Wednesday against a former Richmond police officer who was seen on body cam video repeatedly striking a man with his Taser during a traffic stop.

Flaring from Chevron refinery prompts questions from passers-by

Flaring occurred at the Chevron refinery in Richmond, prompting several passers-by to wonder why they saw flames in the sky.