Concord's K-9 Rita Retires: 'No Ordinary Dog'

“Whether patrolling city streets or lounging in a sunny backyard, Rita has always had one mission: to protect and serve," police said.

$1.5M Bail For Man Charged In Concord Shooting

Police call the shooting a targeted attack.

2 Men, 1 Shot By Police, Charged In Credit Union Robbery

One was on parole for a prior carjacking, and the other had active warrants for domestic violence and theft allegations.

Man Killed In Concord Drive-By Shooting Was Former Youth Baseball Coach

The victim in a Concord deadly drive-by shooting was a local youth baseball coach, the Concord Junior Giants commissioner confirmed.

Contra Costa Criminal Street Gang Charged In Regional Crime Spree: DA

Eleven members of an Antioch-Pittsburg gang are believed responsible for organized thefts and other crimes in Contra Costa and the Bay Area.

1 Dead In Early-Morning Concord Shooting

The victim was found lying near an intersection, suffering from fatal gunshot wounds.

Concord Police Retire Last 'Crown Vic'

It marks the end of an era for the Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor.

Aircraft Crashes Near Byron Airport, Passengers Safe

Nobody was injured when an aircraft with two people on board crashed in Contra Costa County late Saturday morning.

2 Women Charged With Animal Cruelty

The women are accused of kicking a dog, sending it flying.

Contra Costa Man Faces Charges For 3D-Printed Machine Gun

Authorities allege the 21-year-old used a 3D-printer to convert a Glock-style gun to a machine gun — illegal under federal law to possess.

​2 Killed In Head-On Crash With Wrong-Way Driver In Concord

Driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances is suspected as a contributing factor in the crash, the CHP said.

Person Found Dead At Scene Of Concord Fire

Firefighters arrived to find a small fire and a person's body.

Convenience Store​ Employee Fatally Shoots Armed Robber: Police

The suspected robber was pronounced dead at the scene.

​Man Arrested After Firing Shots At Woman In Antioch​: Police

The man was arrested after a series of de-escalation techniques, police said.

Fire Burns Antioch Strip Mall Near Highway 4

The fire started around 5:45 a.m. at a structure housing multiple businesses in the area of Sycamore Drive and Auto Center Drive.

Police Fatally Shoot Man In Concord

The officer-involved shooting took place early Tuesday in a neighborhood of single-family homes off Willow Pass Road.

Contra Costa 'Sextortion' Case Ends With Prison Sentence

A 25-year-old Canadian man has been sentenced for extorting a Contra Costa County minor for explicit photos in late 2019.

Wanted East Bay Man Arrested In North Bay Chase

Kevin Marquis Onyejekwe, 26, had warrants for his arrest out of Pittsburg and San Jose.

​3 Killed In Crash During Suspect Pursuit In Stockton

The suspect vehicle collided with an uninvolved vehicle, resulting in the deaths of the suspect and two occupants of the other vehicle.

Feds, Police Reach Agreement In Race Discrimination Scandal

"A police department that discriminates based on race and other protected classes undermines both public safety and public confidence."

2-Alarm Gas Station Fire Quickly Contained By Con Fire

Firefighters knocked down the fire inside the business within about 20 minutes.

3 Teens With Guns Suspected In Armed Robbery, Concord Police Say

The victim provided timely information, aiding the rapid resolution of this dangerous situation, police said.

Concord Man Arrested As Police Seize Illegal Gun

Police say the man is also suspected of domestic violence.

Man Killed In Concord Shooting, Police Say

His death was being investigated as a homicide.

Coroner IDs Man Killed In Go-Kart Crash In Contra Costa County

The 39-year-old leaves behind a son, according to a fundraiser for his funeral services.

Man Killed In Go-Kart Crash In Contra Costa County

The man was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Security Guard Killed After Car Crashes Into Guard Booth In Bay Area

One of the security guards was pronounced dead at the scene. The other was taken to a hospital with major injuries, authorities said.

2 Dead In ​Shooting Outside Antioch Bowling Alley

One of the men died at the scene, while the other was taken to a nearby hospital, where he later passed away, according to police.

​1 Person Hurt, 2 Homes Burned In Antioch​ Fire

One person was injured by smoke inhalation.

1 Dead In 4-Vehicle Crash On Highway 4 In Contra Costa County

The victim was a man who was not wearing a seatbelt, the CHP said.

2 Retail Theft Suspects Arrested By Concord Police, 2 Outstanding

License plate readers picked up the suspects' car near Diamond Boulevard and Burnett Avenue.

1 Killed In Early-Morning Contra Costa Crash

The fatal collision shut down eastbound state Highway 4 in Pittsburg.

Suspect Arrested In 2000 Concord Rape Case After DNA Hit

Cold case investigators allege a Los Angeles man was responsible for the rape of a quadriplegic woman in a Concord apartment in 2000.

Armed Robbers Break Into Concord Jewelry Store

Police are searching for multiple suspects accused of using hammers to shatter display cases and steal jewelry.

Contra Costa Sheriff Gets $158K Grant To Boost DUI Testing Technology

The money will support equipment upgrades to improve testing for various drugs and reduce the turnaround time for results.

Bicyclist Struck, Killed By SUV On Highway 242 In Concord

The fatal crash happened in the southbound slow lane near the Olivera Road overcrossing.

Settlement Reached For Woman Whose Scalp Was Torn By Police Dog

A woman was hiding in bushes after allegedly shoplifting, when a Brentwood K9 bit her head, resulting in 200 stitches.

Minor Charged In Road-Rage Incident

The victim of a robbery was involved in a road-rage incident with the minor and three others.

Con Fire Launches Peer Support Canine Program

"These incredible canines foster camaraderie within our team, reminding us that we are not alone in our experiences."

​Man In Critical Condition After Shooting In Antioch​: Police

Officers discovered a 23-year-old man inside Sycamore Square suffering from at least one gunshot wound.