Crime & Safety
Rescued Snake; Bicyclist Hit: Danville, Tri-Valley Police Logs
Firefighters rescue a trapped snake; a council member is hit while riding his bike; and more in police, fire and courts this week.

TRI-VALLEY, CA — Here's a collection of police, fire and courts news from around the Tri-Valley this week:
See: Kingsnake Rescued From Pleasanton Yard
Pleasanton police ask the public to leave snakes alone unless they are in your home or are in need of help.
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Livermore Councilmember Bob Carling Hit By Car: Report
Pleasanton Weekly reported he is recovering with a bruised hip after a car hit him Sunday in downtown Livermore.
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Tractor Trailer Catches Fire, Shuts Down SR-84: Sig Alert
One driver was seriously hurt as a result of the fiery crash.
SEE: Man Enters Unlocked Car In Pleasanton Complex
Surveillance footage captured a man checking door handles of parked cars late at night, then rummaging through an unlocked car.
San Ramon Valley Fire PSA: 'Your Firefighters Are Here To Help'
Officials urge the public to call if they are experiencing serious health difficulties. Equipment is disinfected and kept clean.
Alameda County Gets $134,000 Public Safety Grant Amid Pandemic
Hard-hit local NorCal governments will receive a total of $7 million in grant funding to aid law enforcement and public safety.
Contra Costa County Gets $82K Public Safety Grant Amid Pandemic
Hard-hit local NorCal governments will receive a total of $7 million in federal grant funding to aid law enforcement and public safety.
Livermore Gets $43K Public Safety Grant Amid Pandemic
Hard-hit local NorCal governments will receive a total of $7 million in grant funding to aid law enforcement and public safety.
Deputies Save Man At Santa Rita Jail
The inmate had a piece of cloth tied around his neck, the sheriff's office said.
Will Santa Rita Jail Get $106M In Funding For New Hires?
The Alameda County Sheriff's Office wants to hire hundreds of additional sheriff's office and health care workers at the facility.
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