Bay Area reacts to six hostage deaths in Gaza, including man from Berkeley
Demonstrators have called for the release of the hostages held captive by Hamas from the El Curtola Boulevard Overpass above Highway 24 in Lafayette since October – for one purpose.
Demonstrators have called for the release of the hostages held captive by Hamas from the El Curtola Boulevard Overpass above Highway 24 in Lafayette since October – for one purpose.
Demonstrators share heartbreak in East Bay after bodies of hostages are recovered
Demonstrators have called for the release of the hostages held captive by Hamas from an overpass above Highway 24 in Lafayette since October ? for one purpose.
Demonstrators have called for the release of the hostages held captive by Hamas from an overpass above Highway 24 in Lafayette since October ? for one purpose.
Antisemitic fliers found in several East Bay cities
People who live in East Bay cities including Walnut Creek, Lafayette and Concord reported that they've found antisemitic fliers left at their homes.
People who live in East Bay cities including Walnut Creek, Lafayette and Concord reported that they've found antisemitic fliers left at their homes.
CHP officer struck by suspected DUI driver
A California Highway Patrol officer was struck by a driver suspected of being under the influence while responding to a separate crash in Contra Costa County Saturday, officials said.
A California Highway Patrol officer was struck by a driver suspected of being under the influence while responding to a separate crash in Contra Costa County Saturday, officials said.
Father returning from work struck, killed by suspected DUI driver
The family of a motorcyclist killed by a suspected DUI driver spoke about their loss. They said they're devastated and warned against driving impaired. The victim worked two jobs to help raise his young son. The 30-year-old father was on his way home from work when he was killed.
The family of a motorcyclist killed by a suspected DUI driver spoke about their loss. They said they're devastated and warned against driving impaired. The victim worked two jobs to help raise his young son. The 30-year-old father was on his way home from work when he was killed.
Man arrested for allegedly killing another man in fight
A man was arrested on suspicion of killing another man during a fight in Pittsburg on Tuesday morning.
A man was arrested on suspicion of killing another man during a fight in Pittsburg on Tuesday morning.
Antioch schools superintendent fired over bullying claims from staff
The unanimous termination stems from complaints by four staff members that the district's maintenance director, Kenneth Turnage, was bullying them; often shouting, insulting, humiliating, berating, and belittling them.
The unanimous termination stems from complaints by four staff members that the district's maintenance director, Kenneth Turnage, was bullying them; often shouting, insulting, humiliating, berating, and belittling them.
Rash of car wheel thefts expand to Walnut Creek
Last week, vehicle owners in Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, and Petaluma also reported their vehicles stripped down to their hubs. Similar to the crimes in Sonoma County, police in Walnut Creek say the thieves are striking apartment complexes, mostly at night, and targeting Honda and Toyota models.
Last week, vehicle owners in Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park, and Petaluma also reported their vehicles stripped down to their hubs. Similar to the crimes in Sonoma County, police in Walnut Creek say the thieves are striking apartment complexes, mostly at night, and targeting Honda and Toyota models.
Minor with gun, marijuana 'on the run' arrested in Richmond
Richmond police arrested a minor they said was carrying a large ziplock bag of marijuana and a loaded pistol.
Richmond police arrested a minor they said was carrying a large ziplock bag of marijuana and a loaded pistol.
Former Antioch police officer convicted of wire fraud as part of bigger scandal
A federal jury convicted former Antioch police officer Morteza Amiri of wire fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud in a scheme to obtain pay raises for a university degree he paid someone else to obtain for him.
A federal jury convicted former Antioch police officer Morteza Amiri of wire fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud in a scheme to obtain pay raises for a university degree he paid someone else to obtain for him.
Convicted murderer's death penalty overturned due to prosecutorial misconduct
A convicted murderer from the East Bay who has been on death row for 33 years must now either be released or retried because of prosecutorial misconduct.
A convicted murderer from the East Bay who has been on death row for 33 years must now either be released or retried because of prosecutorial misconduct.
Former Chabot College journalism student dies covering Ukraine conflict
Titawny Cook of Hayward, who served a tour of duty in Iraq as a United States Marine, and later studied journalism at Chabot College, is remembered fondly by his peers.
Titawny Cook of Hayward, who served a tour of duty in Iraq as a United States Marine, and later studied journalism at Chabot College, is remembered fondly by his peers.
Bikers killed in 2 separate collisions in Antioch
A bicyclist and motorcycle biker were killed in two separate fatal accidents in Antioch Saturday, police said. At least one of the drivers was arrested.
A bicyclist and motorcycle biker were killed in two separate fatal accidents in Antioch Saturday, police said. At least one of the drivers was arrested.
Point Fire jumps in containment at 85%, road closures lifted
Residents near Concord and Bay Point can breathe a sigh of relief as crews get the upper hand in the Point Fire as the containment increases.
Residents near Concord and Bay Point can breathe a sigh of relief as crews get the upper hand in the Point Fire as the containment increases.
3.3 earthquake strikes near Solano County
An earthquake rocked some parts of Solano County Sunday afternoon, hitting 3.3 on the Richter scale.
An earthquake rocked some parts of Solano County Sunday afternoon, hitting 3.3 on the Richter scale.
Person dies from West Nile Virus in Contra Costa County
The West Nile Virus has reared its head in two heavily populated Bay Area counties, with one county reporting a West Nile virus death last week.
The West Nile Virus has reared its head in two heavily populated Bay Area counties, with one county reporting a West Nile virus death last week.
Family members of 5 Alameda murder victims face accused killer in court
Family members of five Alameda murder victims are demanding justice after prosecutors say Shane Killian shot and killed his own family.
Family members of five Alameda murder victims are demanding justice after prosecutors say Shane Killian shot and killed his own family.
Bay Area voters weigh in on President Joe Biden dropping out
The hot topic on Sunday: President Joe Biden’s announcement that he’s out of the race. “I love Kamala," said democratic voter. “I just don’t know if America is ready for Kamala."
The hot topic on Sunday: President Joe Biden’s announcement that he’s out of the race. “I love Kamala," said democratic voter. “I just don’t know if America is ready for Kamala."
Animals in Contra Costa are free to adopt during month of July
Contra Costa Animals Services (CCAS) is providing free adoptions of all animals during the month of July.
Contra Costa Animals Services (CCAS) is providing free adoptions of all animals during the month of July.
3-year-old celebrates last cancer treatment in firetruck ride
One East Bay boy is celebrating the end of his final chemo infusion. With the help of Project Pink Wheels, 3-year-old Gabriel Gassoway rode to his last chemo infusion appointment in style at the UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in Walnut Creek on Thursday.
One East Bay boy is celebrating the end of his final chemo infusion. With the help of Project Pink Wheels, 3-year-old Gabriel Gassoway rode to his last chemo infusion appointment in style at the UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in Walnut Creek on Thursday.