Farmers Market Week Calls On Local Food Support: Find Your Concord Local Farmers

Agriculture secretary urges Americans to visit farmers markets in support of local producers and rural communities this week.

Side Gate Brewery Wants To Pour Good Company Into Concord

Five years after opening, the brewery seeks a path to community, sustainability, and local partnerships.

Man Who Shot Wife In Front Of Son Sentenced 50 Years To Life

A judge imposed consecutive life terms after jury convicted a Contra Costa man of murdering a former girlfriend in front of young son.

Major Hip-Hop Show To Outdoor Family Film: Contra Costa Friday Night

Concerts, family films, and live performances give East Bay residents plenty of entertainment options this weekend together.

CCCo Supervisor's Documentary Trailer Isn't What It Seems, But He's The Influencer Of The Show

Fake Facebook post says film will trace the path of a CCCo supervisor from closeted police officer to groundbreaking elected leader.

Teen Victim's Family Sues Contra Costa, Therapist Facing Felony Sex Abuse Charges

Former juvenile hall therapist faces felony charges as family prepares lawsuit alleging years of grooming and oversight failures.

Free Port Chicago Exhibit Opens In Concord

The exhibit at Visit Concord gives visitors a chance to explore the history, tragedy, and civil rights legacy of Port Chicago events.

Marine Trades Skills Training Program Wants To Open New Careers Doors

Free information sessions introduce Contra Costa residents to paid maritime job training with employer connections and certifications.

Fire Hits Local Contra Costa Comfort Food Restaurant

Owners thank firefighters, neighbors, and loyal customers after overnight blaze severely damaged the longtime local gathering place.

2 Missing Boys Found With Mother Who Was Arrested Day Before Their Disappearance

Two Contra Costa County boys who were the subject of a missing alert were found safe but the reason for their disappearance is unclear.

Missing Boys Last Seen In Bay Area

Authorities say two brothers, Isaiah and Gianni Figueroa, disappeared nearly a week ago and may be traveling with a 33-year-old woman.

Contra Costa Police Shooting Report Clears Officers Involved

Contra Costa County D.A. concludes Brentwood officers lawfully used deadly force after armed suspect turned toward them during struggle.

Port Chicago Weekend Honors Sailors' Legacy

Annual remembrance marks a pivotal World War II tragedy that reshaped military civil rights and American history.

Concord Music And Market Fills Downtown Every Thursday PM

Free concerts, farmers market vendors, and family activities continue throughout the summer in Todos Santos Plaza.

Grocery Outlet Expands Facial Recognition At Local Stores: Report

Concord and Pleasant Hill locations use artificial intelligence to identify suspected repeat shoplifters before thefts occur.

Verdict In 72-Year-Old Woman's Fatal In-Custody Death Announced After Contra Costa Inquest

Jurors heard testimony before ruling the Brentwood woman's death accidental after her fatal police detention.

Summer Evening Sky: Photo Of The Day

A vivid sunset paints the evening sky in shades of pink, purple, and orange over a quiet Concord neighborhood.

Police Put On Leave After Striking Woman In Confrontation: Contra Costa County

An encampment cleanup in Antioch turned violent after police said a woman bit an officer, who then struck the woman.

Chevron Reports Hydrocarbon Spill Into San Francisco Bay

Wednesday's leak adds to a series of refinery incidents that have drawn public attention in recent years.

Data Center Concerns Top Special City Meeting Amid Backlash: Contra Costa

Pittsburg holding a meeting on data center after residents raised concerns about water use, energy demand, noise, and neighborhood impacts.

Contra Costa Sheriff Plans $1.3 Million Military Equipment Expansion

Residents can question Sheriff about military equipment purchases, use, costs, and oversight during an annual, required public meeting.

Armed Standoff Ends After Surrender In East Bay

A barricaded man surrendered after threatening officers, sparking evacuations, and prompting a lengthy SWAT response.

Bay Area Dealer In Fake Willie Mays Sports Memorabilia Scam Sentenced Today In Federal Court

A Concord memorabilia dealer in fake Willie Mays collectibles scheme sentenced Tuesday.

Data Center Ban Debate Moves Forward In Bay Area Cities

Brentwood considers banning new data centers as opposition spreads across Northern California.

Commission Weighs Expanded Autism Therapy Clinic Permit In Contra Costa County

A clinic seeks approval to relocate and expand services for children with autism and other developmental differences.

Shelter In Place Order Triggered By Hazardous Chemical Release Lifted In Contra Costa County

Hazardous chemical emergency prompts shelter-in-place reported for parts of Concord and Pleasant Hill.

Community Fair Saturday Where Fun And Shape Of East Bay Parks To Come Is On Agenda

Contra Costa County residents asked to help shape the future of East Bay parks at a Community Fair Saturday.

East Bay City To Consider Data Center Ban

Two councilmembers want Brentwood to consider banning new data centers before any projects are proposed within city limits.

Fire Chiefs Tell Lawmakers Delays Threaten CA Response Times

California fire agencies warn that soaring costs, years-long delivery delays, and market consolidation are straining emergency response.

Burglars Steal Tutoring, Job Training Tech From East Bay Nonprofit Learning Center

Burglars stripped a nonprofit of technology used for tutoring, homework help, job readiness training, and educational workshops.

Vehicle, Home Burglary Surge In Concord, Police Warn

Police warn thieves are targeting several vehicle makes and models across Concord as property crimes rise.

BART Watchdog Still Lacks Power, Contra Costa Grand Jury Says

A new Contra Costa County civil grand jury report says BART delayed key protections for its inspector general’s independence.

Hazmat Emergency Followed By Two Concord Fires

Hazmat crews contained a leak at a Concord facility while firefighters also knocked down two separate residential fires over three days.

Man Dies After Fall Following Phone Vendor Fight, Police Puzzle Over Conflicting Versions Of Story

Police investigate whether fall during dispute outside county services building caused fatal injuries.

For Extraordinary Life-Saving Rescues Caltrans Workers Honored

Governor recognizes Caltrans employees who risked their own safety to save strangers in ocean and roadside emergencies.

'Broken Heart Tattoo' Jane Doe Found On Train Tracks Finally ID'd

Social worker's tip helped Contra Costa investigators identify an 18-year-old woman months after a fatal train strike in Port Costa.

10-Year-Old Girl Saves Family From Early-Morning Contra Costa Fire: Report

A 10-year-old spotted flames outside her home and helped her family escape before firefighters arrived.

Teens Get Inside Look At Sheriff Operations In Contra Costa Summer Academy

The Contra Costa Sheriff invites teens to explore law enforcement careers through hands-on training sessions in Martinez this summer.

Concord Board Weighs Car Wash, Housing

Proposed 7 Flags Express Car Wash and a 7-home subdivision on Cowell Road are headed to the Concord Design Review Board.

Homelessness Rises Across Contra Costa Despite Housing, 2026 Count Reports

A new county survey finds more homelessness, a 7% increase from last year, even as officials expanded shelter and housing.