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Pedestrian dead after being hit by car near intersection of major East Bay commute bypass

A pedestrian was killed in a traffic incident on a key bypass road in Walnut Creek after being struck by a car.

Wrecks force East Bay power outage, key road closure

A vehicle crash caused a power outage and roadway closure in Pleasant Hill, affecting over 2,500 PG&E customers.

Pedestrian dead after being hit by car near intersection of major East Bay commute bypass

A pedestrian was killed in a traffic incident on a key bypass road in Walnut Creek after being struck by a car.

Wrecks force East Bay power outage, key road closure

A vehicle crash caused a power outage and roadway closure in Pleasant Hill, affecting over 2,500 PG&E customers.
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Here's How a Major East Bay Sewage Leak Could Harm Fish and Wildlife | KQED

A sewage leak in Contra Costa County spilled 20 million gallons of wastewater into a wetland, potentially harming local fish and wildlife.
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Severe burn victim airlifted after Toyota Prius fire in Contra Costa County

A serious car fire left one person with severe burns, underscoring the urgent need for investigation into the cause.

Severe burn victim airlifted after Toyota Prius fire in Contra Costa County

A person sustained severe burns after a Toyota Prius caught fire; investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire.

Severe burn victim airlifted after Toyota Prius fire in Contra Costa County

A serious car fire left one person with severe burns, underscoring the urgent need for investigation into the cause.

Severe burn victim airlifted after Toyota Prius fire in Contra Costa County

A person sustained severe burns after a Toyota Prius caught fire; investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire.
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Moraga tennis coach, 64, arrested on suspicion of molesting girl

A tennis instructor was arrested for allegedly sexually abusing a teenage girl he met while giving lessons.
The case involves multiple felony counts, including lewd intentions toward a minor.
#elections

Cops, unions spending big on Contra Costa County supervisor election

The Contra Costa County Supervisor election is highly competitive, influenced by significant independent funding and differing campaign strategies on public safety and community needs.

Only 67 votes separate candidates in $1.8 million race for Contra Costa supervisor

Shanelle Scales-Preston leads by a narrow margin in a highly competitive and costly county supervisor race.

Tim Grayson leading state Senate D9 race, Marisol Rubio trailing Tuesday night

Tim Grayson leads early election results for the state Senate District 9 seat against Marisol Rubio.

Election results, Contra Costa County, November 2024

The Contra Costa County election results for the Nov. 5, 2024 general election provide crucial insights into local and state-level outcomes.

Cops, unions spending big on Contra Costa County supervisor election

The Contra Costa County Supervisor election is highly competitive, influenced by significant independent funding and differing campaign strategies on public safety and community needs.

Only 67 votes separate candidates in $1.8 million race for Contra Costa supervisor

Shanelle Scales-Preston leads by a narrow margin in a highly competitive and costly county supervisor race.

Tim Grayson leading state Senate D9 race, Marisol Rubio trailing Tuesday night

Tim Grayson leads early election results for the state Senate District 9 seat against Marisol Rubio.

Election results, Contra Costa County, November 2024

The Contra Costa County election results for the Nov. 5, 2024 general election provide crucial insights into local and state-level outcomes.
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#local-politics

Barbanica, Scales-Preston neck-and-neck in early results for Contra Costa supervisor seat

The race for Contra Costa's District 5 supervisor seat is highly competitive, with Barbanica and Scales-Preston evenly matched in early results.

Barbanica, Scales-Preston leading in Contra Costa County supervisor race

Mike Barbanica and Shanelle Scales-Preston were leading in the race for Contra Costa County's District 5 supervisor seat. Incumbent retired after 24 years, creating a competitive election with other candidates trailing behind.

Barbanica, Scales-Preston neck-and-neck in early results for Contra Costa supervisor seat

The race for Contra Costa's District 5 supervisor seat is highly competitive, with Barbanica and Scales-Preston evenly matched in early results.

Barbanica, Scales-Preston leading in Contra Costa County supervisor race

Mike Barbanica and Shanelle Scales-Preston were leading in the race for Contra Costa County's District 5 supervisor seat. Incumbent retired after 24 years, creating a competitive election with other candidates trailing behind.
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#wildfire

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 31

New wildfire named Armstrong reported in Contra Costa County, California.
Containment status and cause of the Armstrong Fire remain undetermined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Sep. 12

A wildfire was reported in Contra Costa County with an undetermined cause, igniting on private land.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 27

A new wildfire named Wildcat has emerged in Contra Costa County, California, with little information on containment and cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 14

A new wildfire has emerged in Contra Costa County, California, with undetermined causes.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 18

The Bethany Fire in Contra Costa County, California, began on August 18, 2024, with no containment information or cause currently available.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Sep. 11

A new wildfire in Contra Costa County is under investigation, with no determined cause as of now.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 31

New wildfire named Armstrong reported in Contra Costa County, California.
Containment status and cause of the Armstrong Fire remain undetermined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Sep. 12

A wildfire was reported in Contra Costa County with an undetermined cause, igniting on private land.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 27

A new wildfire named Wildcat has emerged in Contra Costa County, California, with little information on containment and cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 14

A new wildfire has emerged in Contra Costa County, California, with undetermined causes.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 18

The Bethany Fire in Contra Costa County, California, began on August 18, 2024, with no containment information or cause currently available.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Sep. 11

A new wildfire in Contra Costa County is under investigation, with no determined cause as of now.
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2 months ago

Prosecutors allege Concord man sexually assaulted children

Concord man charged with 11 felonies for sexual assaults on minors under 14 years old, suspected of multiple victims.
High bail set at $11 million reflects severity of charges and ongoing investigations for more potential victims.

Idaho man accused of 2002 East Bay rape should be free pending trial, attorney argues

The defense argues that overwhelming exculpatory evidence undermines the rape case against Eric Ferguson, warranting release and consideration for dismissal.

Cops, unions spending big on Contra Costa County supervisor election

The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors election highlights funding disparities and differing campaign strategies between candidates focused on law enforcement versus community-oriented governance.
from www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Oakland man convicted in string of Contra Costa County watch robberies

Shane Downs was found guilty of multiple armed robberies targeting high-value watches, demonstrating a pattern of premeditated crime against his victims.
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Contra Costa County supervisors want to fix its problem-plagued emergency warning system. But the man who runs it may not be on board.

Concerns over Contra Costa County's Community Warning System persist due to low resident enrollment and accountability issues that hinder effective emergency alerts.

An East Bay man felt what he thought was a punch while at a coffee shop; authorities say somebody cut him with a sharp object

A woman was charged with assault for cutting a man with a sharp object during an attack at a coffee shop in Brentwood.

Contra Costa County supervisors want to fix its problem-plagued emergency warning system. But the man who runs it may not be on board.

Concerns over Contra Costa County's Community Warning System persist due to low resident enrollment and accountability issues that hinder effective emergency alerts.

An East Bay man felt what he thought was a punch while at a coffee shop; authorities say somebody cut him with a sharp object

A woman was charged with assault for cutting a man with a sharp object during an attack at a coffee shop in Brentwood.
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Five years after a fiery explosion at an East Bay fuel facility shut down I-80, officials provide plan to avoid future disasters

Contra Costa County approved a safety plan to prevent hazardous material disasters following a 2019 explosion at NuStar Energy facility.

San Pablo Police Warrant Turns Up 700 Catalytic Converters, More Than a Thousand Pounds of Copper Wire

Massive theft operation uncovered: over 700 catalytic converters and significant cash seized in East Bay search operation.

Pittsburg: Health officials respond to suspected chlorine leak at local chemical plant

A suspected chlorine leak near Corteva Agriscience poses potential health risks, prompting local health officials to alert residents.
Residents should take precautions, especially if they experience irritation from the leak.

CNN Report Finds Giant, Illegal Marijuana Grows Operating Out of Luxury Homes in Antioch

Illicit marijuana grow operations in homes are rising in affluent areas like Antioch, revealing a significant black market issue.
#child-care-crisis

How one provider's fight to expand explains the struggle to provide adequate child care in the Bay Area

The expansion of Jumping Lollipops daycare is stalled due to community opposition, despite a critical need for more child care slots in Walnut Creek.

How one provider's fight to expand explains the struggle to provide adequate child care in the Bay Area

The couple's daycare expansion faced ongoing disputes, highlighting a wider child care access crisis in Contra Costa County.

How one provider's fight to expand explains the struggle to provide adequate child care in the Bay Area

The expansion of Jumping Lollipops daycare is stalled due to community opposition, despite a critical need for more child care slots in Walnut Creek.

How one provider's fight to expand explains the struggle to provide adequate child care in the Bay Area

The couple's daycare expansion faced ongoing disputes, highlighting a wider child care access crisis in Contra Costa County.
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Brush fire in East Bay spreads to 150 acres, prompts evacuations

A brush fire in Contra Costa County prompted evacuations. Evacuation information is available on the Sheriff's Office Facebook page.
#real-estate

Home sale prices from Contra Costa County, May 19, 2024

Residential transactions in Contra Costa County.

Home sale prices from Contra Costa County, May 5, 2024

Residential transactions in Contra Costa County.

Home sale prices from Contra Costa County, May 19, 2024

Residential transactions in Contra Costa County.

Home sale prices from Contra Costa County, May 5, 2024

Residential transactions in Contra Costa County.
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Home sale prices from Contra Costa County, May 12, 2024

The article provides detailed information about residential transactions in Contra Costa County, including property details and sale prices.

Contra Costa County pauses all-electric building requirements, natural gas ban for new construction

Local governments in Contra Costa County and San Mateo County are pausing the enforcement of all-electric building codes due to legal uncertainties.
Ruling against Berkeley's natural gas ban is prompting cities to reconsider their approach to clean energy in new construction.

Prosecutors charge 19-year-old with murder following death of East Bay woman

19-year-old man charged with murder in Contra Costa County
Charged with special allegation of intentional gun use

In brief: Contra Costa's eligible residents can have taxes done for free

The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program offers free income tax preparation for residents of Contra Costa County.
The service is available to people of all ages with limited to moderate income, with special attention given to those age 50 or older.
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