🌱 Patch AM: What’s planned for families at Concord Pedal Fest this September?

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🌱 Patch AM: Concord Market Burns In Overnight Friday Fire: Report

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Concord Market Burns In Overnight Friday Fire: Report

Fire crews responded before dawn Friday to a Concord market, with injuries and damage still unknown.

Contra Costa Sheriff Defends Limited ICE Information Sharing

Supervisors will weigh a sanctuary policy as Sheriff David Livingston defends limited cooperation with federal immigration officials.

🌱 Patch AM: Strong-Armed Jewelry Robbery Suspects Found In Concord Using Flock Surveillance Network

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Strong-Armed Jewelry Robbery Suspects Found In Concord Using Flock Surveillance Network

San José police say three suspects targeted elderly victims for gold jewelry across multiple incidents.

🌱 Patch AM: Private Equity Pet Hospital Investors Expand In Contra Costa

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Private Equity Pet Hospital Investors Expand In Contra Costa

The acquisition brings a nearly five-decade-old veterinary hospital into VetnCare’s growing Northern California network.

Million-Dollar Security Deal For Autonomous Cars At Concord Base Approved

Driverless-car testing will continue behind guarded gates while Concord pursues its massive long-delayed redevelopment plans ahead.

Regulators Find Chevron Richmond Refinery Emissions Have Elevated Risks For Cancer, Other Health Effects

According to the report, most of the cancer risk - 74% - comes from a single pollutant called benzo[a]pyrene.

🌱 Patch AM: Concord Weighs Million-Dollar Security Deal At Base

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Concord Weighs Million-Dollar Security Deal At Base

The contract would guard the former naval weapons station as Concord advances its redevelopment plans.

Raley’s Shutters Contra Costa Store Amid Wider Bay Area Move

The grocery company will shutter stores in Brentwood, Elko, and Petaluma, while denying broader downsizing plans.

COVID Rates Increase In Contra Costa According To CA Health Officials

State health officials urge vaccinations and other precautions as COVID-19 infections increase across California again.

🌱 Patch AM: Which Concord streets saw the week’s most serious arrests and burglaries?

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🌱 Patch AM: Where should Concord readers go while Ygnacio Valley Library shuts down?

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Man Sentenced In East Bay Rapper Killing: Report

A jury convicted Jesus Soto of voluntary manslaughter in the 2025 shooting of Richard Morello Jr.

Contra Costa Sheriff Names New Brass

Charlene Jacquez will oversee personnel, finance, professional standards, recruiting, and training as the county’s assistant sheriff.

Philz Coffee Opens New Contra Costa Location Wednesday

The coffee chain will open its 84th location Wednesday at Concord’s redeveloped Willows Shopping Center.

Contra Costa Charities Team Up For Bocce

September tournament will raise money for meals, clothing, shelter support, and medical care.

Pedestrian Suffers Serious Injuries In Contra Costa Crash

Police closed part of Clayton Road Tuesday after a vehicle struck and seriously injured a pedestrian.

Waymo Clears Way To Contra Costa In Key Step

Waymo inches closer to carrying passengers in more Bay Area cities after securing another key California approval.

Virus-Transmitting, Invasive Mosquitoes Discovered In Contra Costa County

The mosquitoes can transmit Zika, dengue fever, yellow fever, and chikungunya.

Contra Costa Tourism VP Suspected In Felony Theft, Kickback Case

A year-long investigation alleges a former tourism district employee caused approximately $55,000 in financial losses.

Concord Crash Kills Driver, Injures Another

A Chevrolet driver died, and a Toyota driver suffered injuries in Wednesday night's Concord collision.

Back To School In The Mt. Diablo District: It's That Time Again

Mt. Diablo schools reopen this week as families navigate new schedules, meetings, and back-to-school preparations across campuses.

California Forever, Climate Among 5 Deals To Watch Amid Lawmaker Countdown Negotiations

With a deadline looming, lawmakers are negotiating major deals involving climate funding, California Forever, and wildfire liability.

Check New BART Schedule Changes Contra Costa Commutes

BART shifts Yellow Line departure times as new systemwide schedule targets delays and improves reliability.

Concord Burglary Ring: Oakland Man Charged, Found With 500 Power Tools Found: DA

Prosecutors say Wuillian Cordova-Cubias ran a fencing operation tied to about 35 burglaries carried out by juveniles.

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.

DOJ Targets Former Antioch Mayor, He Claims Trump Politics Behind Attack: Report

Former mayor says federal prosecutors plan indictment as Antioch's police corruption scandal continues casting a long shadow.

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.

After Wife Discovers Suspected Child Porn, Husband Faces Charges In Contra Costa : Report

A woman hacked her husband's phone and made a terrible discovery that gave her even more reason for a divorce than she started with.

Why This CA Politician Filmed A Fake Documentary

The dramatic lighting promises a major revelation, but the county supervisor’s “documentary” exists only on social media

Popular Coffee Destination Opening In Contra Costa Soon

A new coffee business at The Willows will join several restaurants as redevelopment reshapes the popular shopping center.

California Minimum Wage To Top $17 An Hour In 2027

California's statewide minimum wage will rise to $17.40 an hour in 2027, state officials announced Friday.

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.

Contra Costa Craft Brewery Celebrates 5 Years With A Toast

Concord brewery will mark its fifth anniversary with new beers, live music, local food, and outdoor celebrations.