Catch up on Northern California's top stories for Tuesday, July 21.
Evacuation Order Issued South Of Pleasanton As Little Fire Grows
A 150-acre fire burning near Sunol caused a Level 3 Evacuation Order north of Vallecitos Road.
City Manager Arrested On Felony Burglary Charge In Marin County: City Officials
The arrest came just weeks after the official took the city's top administrative job.
Costco Eyes Old Army Base for New East Bay Warehouse Store
"Who else is counting down the days?" the city's mayor said.
Tri-Valley Youth Volleyball Coach Arrested On Suspicion Of Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material
Aditya Babu, who coached youth volleyball in several Tri-Valley cities, was arrested Wednesday in Dublin.
Police said the suspect barricaded himself inside a home before surrendering after several hours of negotiations.
Man Accidentally Shoots Himself At SMC Beach Parking Lot: Police
Officers said the man accidentally discharged a firearm while sitting inside a parked vehicle.
Contra Costa Police Shooting Report Clears Officers Involved
Contra Costa County D.A. concludes Brentwood officers lawfully used deadly force after armed suspect turned toward them during struggle.
Elderly SF Couple 'Violently' Robbed At Gunpoint; Suspects Arrested: Police
Police say the suspects had stolen a car days earlier in a "hot-prowl" burglary.
Antique Bibles Stolen From Elderly Woman Attending Church
An elderly churchgoer quickly regained cherished family heirloom bibles after officers identified a suspect using surveillance footage.
Fire Hits Local Contra Costa Comfort Food Restaurant
Owners thank firefighters, neighbors, and loyal customers after overnight blaze severely damaged the longtime local gathering place.
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