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🌱 Need VA help? See what’s offered at Antioch’s June 18 fair

Antioch, California Patch AM: a 5 min read

Coffee in hand, Antioch? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Need VA help? See what’s offered at Antioch’s June 18 fair
  • How will Antioch’s new budget change police staffing and services?
  • What led to Monday morning’s SWAT standoff on West 9th Street?

Also on today's calendar: San Leandro Cherry Festival & Parade and 6 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Friends of the Antioch Library S.!

Today's riddle: Why does my coffee taste like dirt? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 86 and low of 57 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Breezy in the afternoon, temps: high: 90, low: 55.
  • Thursday: Very warm with plenty of sun, with a high of 92 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Veterans Information & Resource Fair in Antioch June 18 (antiochherald.com) — Antioch veterans and their families are invited to a free Veterans Information & Resource Fair on June 18 at VFW Post 6435 on Fulton Shipyard Road. From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., attendees can get help with VA claims, health care, counseling, housing resources, and connect with local veteran-focused organizations. Nonprofits and service providers are also encouraged to participate as tabling partners.
   

2. Antioch Proposed Budget Lowers Police Staffing Levels (ccpulse.org) — Antioch city leaders are proposing to cut 12 vacant police positions from next year’s budget, lowering authorized sworn staffing from 117 to 105 as they confront a deficit. Officials say the change reflects realistic hiring timelines, while the Public Safety and Community Resources Department is being renamed the Community Services Department to better reflect its prevention and support focus.
   

3. Man wounded in Antioch shooting; suspect surrenders after SWAT response (thepress.net) — A man was hospitalized in stable condition after being shot Monday morning on West 9th Street in Antioch, prompting a large police and SWAT response. Officers quickly contained the area, and a 51-year-old Antioch resident later surrendered peacefully as detectives now seek additional information from neighbors and witnesses.
   

4. Man Arrested After Cops Find AR-Style Firearm In Vehicle: Police (patch.com) — Police in Antioch arrested a driver after allegedly finding a loaded AR-style pistol beside the driver’s seat of a car parked at a 7-Eleven on Buchanan Road. Officers say they also discovered an additional AR-style upper receiver in the trunk. The man was booked into the Martinez Detention Facility on suspicion of weapons-related crimes.
   

5. Bay Area events calendar for June 5-11 weekly editions (marinij.com) — Antioch residents can join a Community Peace Walk on June 6 at Sycamore Plaza to honor lives impacted by gun violence and promote healing and unity. The broader calendar also highlights concerts, films, festivals, and workshops across the East Bay and South Bay throughout June 5–11, offering plenty of options for weekend and weeknight outings.
   

📣 Antioch Shout Outs!

  • ❤️ A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out on May 16 to support the Friends of the Antioch Library at our Chipotle fundraiser! Your support helps us continue funding vital library programs. 📚🌯 —Friends of the Antioch Library S. Like

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Please share & repost to help reunite this lost dog!
    Vinny was LOST on May 30, 2026 in Oakley, CA 94561 near Near McDonald’s and Chevron off O’Hara Ave and Laurel Rd Sharing for a neighbor. For the… (Nextdoor Prewett Ranch)
  • UPDATE KITTIES ARE SAVED BY A NICE COUPLE!!!
    Does anyone want to help these baby kittens I found they're in the middle of the street under cars and the neighbor said they're strays I'm trying to… (Nextdoor Deer Valley Country Hills)
  • Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Antioch. Apply here.
  • Sutter Health posted a job opening for Housekeeping in Antioch. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Antioch here.

Ok Antioch! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It was just ground this morning (Thank you Robin C. for sending it in!)
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