2 Plead Guilty To Rigging Bids At Contra Costa Foreclosure Auctions

The two men conspired on bidding to keep the costs of houses low, officials said. (Breaking)

Vets, Active Duty: Head To BJ's Restaurant Today For Free Entree!

BREAKING: Bring your ID and meals up to $12.95 are free! Nearby locations in Concord, Vacaville and Dublin.

More Travel Options If You're Planning Trip From Bay Area To London

British Airways to begin non-stop service between Oakland and Gatwick airports.

Area Gas Prices Up Despite Demand Decrease (P.S. Fill Up In Concord!)

California typically has highest prices in the nation, but Hawaii grabbed the top spot. In Bay Area, Concord gas among cheapest. (Breaking)

Congrats To Kee's Auto Body Of Concord For Pollution-Prevention Efforts

Eliminating wet sanding and using wax instead of water earned the business a Leadership in Sustainability award!

Plane Headed To SFO From NYC Suffers Engine Problem

The Delta flight was diverted to Ohio. [Breaking]

Olive Garden's Coveted 'Never Ending Pasta Pass' Goes On Sale Thursday

But if interested, be at the ready! Last year, the passes sold out online in one second. If you snag one, there are 4 East Bay locations!

Concord Business Listed Among Biggest Tax-Dodgers in California

The California State Board of Equalization says these taxpayers are among the 500 that owe the state more than $445 million in taxes.

Spirit Halloween Stores Opening Soon, Concord

In 2016, the popular Halloween costume purveyor is also helping make hospitals less scary for kids and their families.

Concord's Habit Burger Grill Joins 'No Kid Hungry' Campaign

Customers who donate $2 or more to the charity will receive a coupon for a free charburger with cheese!

Contra Costa City Considered For Family-Friendly Indoor Water Park, Resort

Brentwood officials announced Friday that their city is one location under consideration in Northern California for a Great Wolf Lodge.

Oakland Airport Boasts 6.1% Increase In July Passengers; Now Ranked As Fastest-Growing Airport In State

Nonstop flights coming soon from Oakland to Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta expected to further boost travel.

Local Business Owner Receives Company Sales Award

Congrats to Katie Wesselschmidt of Fish Window Cleaning!

Football Helmet Recall: Nearly 6,000 Pulled For Concussion Concerns

Manufacturer Xenith is recalling the helmets, which were sold from 2015 to 2016, due to potential to crack and cause head injuries.

Macy's To Close 100 More Stores Nationwide

No word yet if the Sun Valley Mall store is on the target list.

Fill 'Er Up! Abundant Supplies Lead To Cheaper Gas Prices In Concord, Statewide

Click here to see the price finder for the lowest per-gallon prices near you!

Water District Will Stop Drought, Water Restriction Charges

Contra Costa Water District's leaders voted Wednesday to reverse most of its water-use restrictions and its drought charge.

BART Board Approves 5-Year Union Labor Pact

A five-year labor contract with BART's major unions was approved Thursday, a year before the current contract expires.

Concord-Based Contracting Firm Faces Felony Charges

A Concord-based general contracting firm allegedly committed tax and payroll fraud and its executives are now facing felony charges.

Inaugural JetSuite Flight To Burbank From Buchanan Field Feted

An inaugural flight taking riders from Contra Costa County to Southern California was celebrated Tuesday morning at Buchanan Field Airport.

Glitch Gone, But BART Problem Remains A Mystery

The cause of an electrical problem that crippled BART service at the end of the Pittsburg/Bay Point line for two weeks remains unknown.

New Flights Announced From Buchanan Field To Southern California And Las Vegas

A Contra Costa County airport will expand service this month with public jets traveling to Southern California and Las Vegas.

BART: Problems May Extend For Months

BART riders could be looking at months of shorter, more crowded trains as a consequence of an ongoing electrical issue.

'Earn and Learn East Bay' To Host Kick-Off Event

Aim is help employers build their workforce and contribute to well-being of the region.

Gas Prices Down 30 Cents In Past Month Around Concord, Bay Area

And they may stay down through spring, analysts say. Click here to see our low-price finder!

Water Wasters In Our Area: Here's Who They Are

Danville resident Heidi Ridley used an average of 6,719 gallons of water/day at her residence. Alamo had the most violators, more than 200.

E 2 Pitch Contest

What will it take to make investors want to hear your entire presentation? Try it and learn for yourself.

Habit Burger Grill To Open in Concord

A Pre-Opening Fundraiser on Sunday, Dec. 13 from 5-7pm will benefit the Gregory Gardens Elementary School PTA.

Concord Drivers Paying Lower Gas Prices This Holiday Season

The average price in California is down 29 cents from a year ago, according to AAA Northern California officials.

Gas Prices Falling Near Concord As Holiday Season Arrives

One expert says prices could drop by as much as 10 cents per gallon by the end of the year.

Concord Has Lowest Gas Prices In SF Bay Area

Still, we're paying more than even Alaska and Hawaii. And the blame?

Report: Calif. Businesses Booming, Unemployment to Drop

Economists noted that most areas of the state have recovered the jobs that were lost during the recession, leading to a demand for workers.

Forbes 400: California Dominates List of Billionaires

The 2015 list has just been released. Silicon Valley Tech Titans populate the top, but other industries created super wealth.

Latest Facebook Privacy Hoaxes Aren't True -- Or New

Don’t fall for either of these.

Whole Foods Slashing 1,500 Jobs While Opening New Stores

The company says it will use the savings to lower prices and enhance technology in existing stores.

Hundreds of Seasonal and Part-Time Jobs Listed in California

Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the most recent career opportunities.

'The Force' and Disney Magic are About to Collide

Disneyland will celebrate the new Star Wars film, “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” beginning in November.

Bay Area Consumer Prices On the Rise

It costs less to gas-up your car, and more to heat your home. A steep rise in housing prices also contributed to the increase.

Uber Loses Arbitration Bid, Must Fight Drivers in Court

A San Francisco judge ruled the ride-sharing company's contract with drivers contradicts itself making its arbitration clause unenforceable.

Which California Cities Have Fared Best and Worst Since the Recession?

One Southern California city has fared worse than every other major city in the nation while a Northern California city is thriving.