Scouts Write 250 Letters To Veterans | Councilwoman Attacked, Robbed | Rapper Charged For Fireworks: Patch PM

Catch up on NorCal's top stories for Friday, July 24, 2026.

Tri-Valley Scouts Honor Veterans With 250 Handwritten Letters

The Old Glory Retirement Drive collected worn American flags, then included pieces of the retired flags' blue star field in thank-you letter

East Bay Councilwoman Says She Was Attacked, Robbed By Acquaintance

"She remains focused on her recovery and on continuing to serve the Oakland community," a statement on the councilwoman's socials said.

Oakland Rapper Mistah F.A.B. Charged In Illegal Fireworks Investigation: Reports

The rapper and community activist faces three misdemeanor charges, according to multiple news reports.

Invasive Mosquito Detected In Castro Valley For First Time: Officials

The mosquito can transmit diseases such as dengue, chikungunya, Zika, and yellow fever.

'Work-From-Home' Fee Tacked Onto Pricey ADU In Contra Costa Listing

A Walnut Creek rental advertisement added a monthly remote-work surcharge, prompting renters to question the unusual requirement online.

Little Fire Was Largest Wildfire LPFD Has Ever Fought, Chief Says

Pleasanton officials also thanked first responders and residents after crews contained the 1,007-acre blaze without any structural damage.

2 Men Sentenced In Revenge Killing Of Bay Area Rapper: DA

Prosecutors said the fatal shooting was retaliation for a 2019 arson that killed one defendant's grandmother.