Protesters target Tesla, Elon Musk, Trump in East Bay march

Upwards of 1,000 protestors took to the downtown shopping area of Walnut Creek on Saturday to protest changes in government policy and institutions being made by President Donald Trump and DOGE head Elon Musk.

Passenger killed in crash following police chase in East Bay

A passenger of a vehicle was killed in Pittsburg Sunday when another vehicle, being pursued by the California Highway Patrol, collided with the car, the California Highway Patrol said.

St. Mary's holds on in 1st round NCAA tournament win

The St. Mary's College men's basketball team overcame a 12 point disadvantage and withstood a desperate, end-of-game challenge from Vanderbilt, and cemented a 1st round, 59-56 win in the NCAA college basketball tournament.

East Bay man facing more than 100 years to life over 'daylong crime spree'

After his most recent conviction for a September 2023 crime spree, an East Bay man is facing a possible sentence of 100 years to life in prison.

AC Transit to raise prices effective this summer

Some riders on Alameda and some Contra Costa buses may notice a slight pinch to their wallets as AC Transit raises the cash fare price for rides for adults, effective this summer.

1 rescued, 1 still missing in East Bay water rescue

One person was pulled to safety during a water rescue in the East Bay on Saturday afternoon, and crews are searching for a second person as authorities warn of dangerous surf conditions.

1 dead from Danville's 'major traffic collision'

 One person was killed in a two-vehicle collision that closed Sycamore Valley Road at Camino Ramon in Danville on Saturday afternoon.

Oakland schools reveal major success in sending students college bound

The Oakland Unified School District on Wednesday announced a jump in the number of high school students completing eligibility requirements to enter California State and University colleges. 

Armed robbery at Concord store turns deadly

A suspect in a botched armed robbery at a Concord convenience store was shot dead by a store employee Friday night, police say. 

East Bay man found guilty in murdering wife, mother-in-law

A jury has found Phuc Hong Vo guilty of murdering his 40-year-old wife Tho Ngoc Ly and his 75-year-old mother-in-law Que Thi Tran back nearly two years ago. 

Victim robbed after bank withdrawal in Antioch, police say

Brentwood police are looking for three suspects who assaulted and robbed someone last week after they withdrew a "significant" amount of money from an Antioch bank.   

Sutter Health to build billion-dollar medical campus in Emeryville

Sutter Health is investing $1 billion to build a new medical campus in Emeryville, which will include a flagship hospital and expanded outpatient services at two existing buildings, located at 5555 Hollis Street and 5300 Chiron Street. 

Gas prices soar in California while other states fall

Though inflation is running at 3% in California year over year, Bay Area gasoline prices are up 9% and climbing for the foreseeable future. Pain at the pump is more real than you might have imagined. 

125 pounds of marijuana seized during traffic stop in East Bay

Officers with the California Highway Patrol-Contra Costa division seized over 125 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop, officials said Saturday. 

Contra Costa County health officials warn of refinery fire risks

Contra Costa County health officials say the community near the Martinez Refining Company was fortunate when a fire broke out earlier this month, but they are urging precautions to prevent future incidents.

Cause identified in Martinez refinery fire

A cause for the fire at the Martinez Refining Company Saturday afternoon has been identified, officials said Sunday. 

Multiple injuries reported in Martinez refinery fire

At least six people were injured after a fire broke out at the Martinez Refining Company Saturday afternoon.