Martinez: Huge column of black smoke seen at refineryA massive fire broke out at the Martinez Refining Company, prompting health advisories for nearby residents.
Pittsburg: Health officials respond to suspected chlorine leak at local chemical plantA 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.
Severe burn victim airlifted after Toyota Prius fire in Contra Costa CountyA 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 CountyA person sustained severe burns after a Toyota Prius caught fire; investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire.
Martinez: Huge column of black smoke seen at refineryA massive fire broke out at the Martinez Refining Company, prompting health advisories for nearby residents.
Pittsburg: Health officials respond to suspected chlorine leak at local chemical plantA 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.
Severe burn victim airlifted after Toyota Prius fire in Contra Costa CountyA 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 CountyA person sustained severe burns after a Toyota Prius caught fire; investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the fire.
Pedestrian dead after being hit by car near intersection of major East Bay commute bypassA 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 closureA 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 bypassA 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 closureA vehicle crash caused a power outage and roadway closure in Pleasant Hill, affecting over 2,500 PG&E customers.
Here's How a Major East Bay Sewage Leak Could Harm Fish and Wildlife | KQEDA sewage leak in Contra Costa County spilled 20 million gallons of wastewater into a wetland, potentially harming local fish and wildlife.
Moraga tennis coach, 64, arrested on suspicion of molesting girlA 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.
Cops, unions spending big on Contra Costa County supervisor electionThe 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 supervisorShanelle 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 nightTim Grayson leads early election results for the state Senate District 9 seat against Marisol Rubio.
Election results, Contra Costa County, November 2024The 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 electionThe 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 supervisorShanelle 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 nightTim Grayson leads early election results for the state Senate District 9 seat against Marisol Rubio.
Election results, Contra Costa County, November 2024The Contra Costa County election results for the Nov. 5, 2024 general election provide crucial insights into local and state-level outcomes.
Barbanica, Scales-Preston neck-and-neck in early results for Contra Costa supervisor seatThe 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 raceMike 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 seatThe 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 raceMike 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.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 31New 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. 12A 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. 27A 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. 14A new wildfire has emerged in Contra Costa County, California, with undetermined causes.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 18The 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. 11A 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. 31New 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. 12A 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. 27A 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. 14A new wildfire has emerged in Contra Costa County, California, with undetermined causes.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Contra Costa County on Aug. 18The 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. 11A new wildfire in Contra Costa County is under investigation, with no determined cause as of now.
from www.mercurynews.com4 months agoProsecutors allege Concord man sexually assaulted childrenConcord 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 arguesThe 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 electionThe 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.com4 months agoOakland man convicted in string of Contra Costa County watch robberiesShane Downs was found guilty of multiple armed robberies targeting high-value watches, demonstrating a pattern of premeditated crime against his victims.
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 objectA 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 objectA woman was charged with assault for cutting a man with a sharp object during an attack at a coffee shop in Brentwood.
Five years after a fiery explosion at an East Bay fuel facility shut down I-80, officials provide plan to avoid future disastersContra 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 WireMassive theft operation uncovered: over 700 catalytic converters and significant cash seized in East Bay search operation.
CNN Report Finds Giant, Illegal Marijuana Grows Operating Out of Luxury Homes in AntiochIllicit marijuana grow operations in homes are rising in affluent areas like Antioch, revealing a significant black market issue.
How one provider's fight to expand explains the struggle to provide adequate child care in the Bay AreaThe 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 AreaThe 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 AreaThe 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 AreaThe couple's daycare expansion faced ongoing disputes, highlighting a wider child care access crisis in Contra Costa County.
Brush fire in East Bay spreads to 150 acres, prompts evacuationsA brush fire in Contra Costa County prompted evacuations. Evacuation information is available on the Sheriff's Office Facebook page.
Home sale prices from Contra Costa County, May 19, 2024Residential transactions in Contra Costa County.
Home sale prices from Contra Costa County, May 5, 2024Residential transactions in Contra Costa County.
Home sale prices from Contra Costa County, May 19, 2024Residential transactions in Contra Costa County.
Home sale prices from Contra Costa County, May 5, 2024Residential transactions in Contra Costa County.
Home sale prices from Contra Costa County, May 12, 2024The 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 constructionLocal 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 woman19-year-old man charged with murder in Contra Costa CountyCharged with special allegation of intentional gun use