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🌱 Patch AM: Double Homicides, Cold Cases Driving Praise In Contra Costa County 2025 DA's Report

And check out Pleasant Hill Neighborhood Yard Sale on the Concord Patch calendar

Thursday April 16th Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Good day Concord! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

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In today's newsletter:

  • DA report shows DNA breakthrough in decades-old Concord murder case
  • How a former De La Salle star is chasing a major college title

Also on today's calendar: Pleasant Hill Neighborhood Yard Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What can go UP the chimney DOWN; but can't come down the chimney UP? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 71 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 74, low: 48.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Double Homicides, Cold Cases Driving Praise In Contra Costa County 2025 DA's Report (patch.com) — Contra Costa County’s latest DA report touts high conviction rates, expanded diversion programs, and new East County access while spotlighting several major cases, including a long-unsolved Concord murder finally closed through DNA evidence. For Concord residents, the report underscores how modern forensic tools and focused prosecution are reshaping justice in cold cases and serious crimes across the county.    

• USC sophomore Jack Buchanan takes lead with electric 8-under round at Western Intercollegiate (fresnobee.com) — A standout USC golfer with roots at De La Salle in Concord is in second place at the prestigious Western Intercollegiate, just three shots off the lead. His strong play, including multiple eagles and a 5-under second round, has helped USC grab the team lead heading into today’s final round in Santa Cruz.    


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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hey neighbors I’m struggling and stressing out, I heard a cat under my car, it’s a black young cat, it’s in distress, it doesn’t want to come out and it is not in good condition.
    It’s breathing really hard which would mean an injury or infection. Its fur looks wet with some type of mucus or pus. I don’t know what to do (Nextdoor Estates)
  • Has anyone had animal predators in their yards in the Ryan area?
    about 6 months ago our older dog got hurt REALLY badly on his snout, had to have 100 stitches and we never found out how he got hurt. We have 6 foot… (Nextdoor Ryan)

🗞 Nearby News

Pleasant Hill

Clayton

  • Contra Costa County Man On Probation For Child Sex Abuse Material Crimes Indicted On New Allegations (claycord.com)

Walnut Creek

  • Walnut Creek Police Chief Swears In New Officers (patch.com)
  • Longtime Lehigh Valley pet food and supply distributor announces new venture (wfmz.com)

Ok Concord! 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: UMBRELLA (Thank you JEANNE S. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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