Trader Joe's Recalls 653K Scented Candles

The candles pose a fire hazard and have led to 14 incidents involving high flames, including property damage and burns.

COVID-19 FliRT Strain: Indoor Masks Recommended In Contra Costa County

Wastewater sampling from the county shows a steady increase in the presence of the virus, particularly the infectious strain of COVID-19.

County's Doctor Shortage Is Impacting Patient Care, Union Says

The high number of doctor vacancies in the Contra Costa County Health System is expected to get much worse in the next year, the union said.

Lamorinda Cities Join Class-Action Lawsuit Against Monsanto Over PCBs

Lafayette, Moraga and Orinda joined several other Contra Costa municipalities in demanding that Monsanto pays for PCB cleanup efforts.

Contra Costa Residents Urged To Use 911 Only For Emergencies

"Several hospitals in the community are reporting critically high levels of patients occupying beds."

Lamorinda Residents Offered 4 Free At-Home COVID Tests

You may request them by mail, a toll-free phone number, or pick them up at the library.

Free Flu Shot Clinic Offered In Lamorinda Ahead Of 'Tripledemic'

Here's where you can get your vaccine shot in Lamorinda ahead of what could be a severe flu season.

Contra Costa County Lifts Orders Expanding Access To COVID-19 Testing; Sites To Close

Contra Costa County health officials lifted a trio of health orders this week that had expanded the availability of COVID-19 testing.

Contra Costa Monkeypox Numbers 'Growing Every Week'

Contra Costa Health Services has vaccinated over 845 people against monkeypox in recent weeks and has a waiting list of 1,800.

1st Monkeypox Case Confirmed In Contra Costa County

The news comes as a dual health threat as COVID cases and hospitalizations are on the rise.

Masks: 'Strong Recommendation' In Contra Costa County

County health officials stress the recommendation is "not an order" but COVID-19 cases, including hospitalizations, are on the rise.

County Has 2nd Lowest COVID Death Rate In US For Large Counties

Two other Bay Area counties made the list for lowest death rates among counties with populations over 1-million.

New Health Officer Chosen By Contra Costa County

The newly appointed Dr. Ori Tzvieli will make important decisions on the future of mask mandates and vaccine requirements.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Lamorinda Area

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Contra Costa County and across CA.

CoCo COVID Hospitalizations Up 36% As Omicron Peaks

Since COVID-19 began, the virus has killed 1,092 people in Contra Costa County.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Lamorinda Area

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Contra Costa County and across CA.

CoCo 911 Calls Stretches Emergency Services, Fire Crews

The COVID-19 omicron spike is stretching emergency services and hospitals thin in Contra Costa County.

How To Get Free N95 Masks In Lamorinda

Next week, Lamorinda residents will be able to get up to three N95 masks for free. See where and when you can get yours.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Lamorinda Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Contra Costa County.

Free COVID-19 Tests: How To Get Them In Lamorinda

Lamorinda households can now order up to four rapid antigen coronavirus tests.

Red Cross Declares ‘Blood Crisis’; Where To Donate Near Lamorinda

Dire blood shortages are forcing doctors in California to delay blood transfusions for those who need them.

One CoCo Hospital At 100 Percent Capacity

The two Walnut Creek hospitals have less than a half dozen available ICU beds between them as COVID-19 surge continues.

Dole Packaged Salads Recalled In Lamorinda: Listeria Risk

The company expanded its voluntary recall of salads following a 2021 listeria outbreak that killed two people.

COVID Tests: Where To Find One In Lamorinda Amid Omicron Surge

People in Lamorinda and beyond are clamoring for COVID-19 tests as the highly contagious omicron variant continues to spread.

Hospital Capacity In Lamorinda Area: See The Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Contra Costa County and across CA.

Hospital Capacity In Lamorinda Area: See Latest Numbers

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Contra Costa County.

Indoor Mask Order Back In Effect In Lamorinda, Contra Costa Co.

The latest order takes effect Wednesday. Here's what to know.

More Lamorinda Residents Required To Get Booster Shots

The deadline is soon for the boosters.

Change In COVID-19 Testing For Lamorinda Residents

Rising demand prompted a change by Contra Costa County.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Lamorinda Area

Here are updated numbers on hospital capacity in Contra Costa County.

Omicron Cases Explode In CA: See Latest CDC Data

As Lamorinda residents prepare for holiday gatherings, the majority of sequenced COVID-19 cases in California are now the omicron variant.

Omicron Variant: Walnut Creek Residents Urged To Get Booster

Evidence of the Omicron variant in Contra Costa County has been detected in a county wastewater sample.

Omicron Variant: Lamorinda Residents Urged To Get Booster

Evidence of the Omicron variant in Contra Costa County has been detected in a county wastewater sample.

How Close Are Lamorinda Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Contra Costa County and across CA.

Coronavirus Cases Down 61 Percent Recently In Contra Costa County: CDC

Contra Costa County has "moderate" coronavirus transmission, according to the CDC.

Listeria Fear: Ham, Pepperoni Recalled In Lamorinda

The fully cooked ham and pepperoni products were produced in Michigan and shipped nationwide, including to California.

Ambulatory Surgery Centers Near Lamorinda Rank Among Best In CA

A new report highlighted hundreds of the best ambulatory surgical facilities across the nation, and 83 Golden State centers made the list.

Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial' In Contra Costa County: CDC

The rate of new cases has increased recently in Contra Costa County.

Contra Costa County Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Contra Costa County compares to the U.S.

Mask Restrictions Loosened Monday In Lamorinda

Fully vaccinated? You may be able to go mask-free in these places.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.