Crime & Safety

Looting Threats; Protests; Fires: Tri-Valley Police Logs

Law enforcement prepare amid looting threats; protests continue; grass fires near Livermore; 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:

Pleasanton Protesters Kneel In The Streets For Moment of Silence

Protesters gathered for a peaceful demonstration in Pleasanton Friday, in the wake of George Floyd's death.

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Livermore Sees Vegetation Fire Amid Heavy Winds

The fire was reported around 2:30 p.m. Friday.

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Road Closures Planned Friday In Pleasanton

Pleasanton police plan to close a portion of Santa Rita Road during a protest Friday.

Pleasanton Police To Community: 'We Hear You'

Police said they're creating an online tool to help the public better understand Pleasanton PD's use-of-force policies.

Tri-Valley Protests, Businesses Board Up During National Unrest

SEE: As protesters took to the streets calling for racial justice, some Tri-Valley businesses were eerily quiet and boarded up storefronts.

100-Acre Altamont Pass Fire Sparked By Car Fire

The fire burned Wednesday night and involved the response of five public safety agencies, Alameda County Fire said.

Livermore Protesters Decry Racial Injustice Thursday

Police shut down roads to make way for throngs of protesters Thursday who called for peace and equality after George Floyd's death.

Contra Costa Rescinds Countywide Curfew

"At this point, it appears that the public order and safety has generally been restored in Contra Costa County."

Alameda County Calls Off Curfew Order, 1 Day Before Expiration

Many cities in Alameda County still remain under curfews set by local officials.

Danville Protests Continue In Honor Of George Floyd

Peaceful protesters gathered again to protest in downtown Danville along San Ramon Valley Boulevard Wednesday.

Roads Leading To Stoneridge Mall Closed

Roads to the mall were also closed Sunday night amid widespread looting in the Bay Area.

Livermore Mayor Condemns Killing Of George Floyd

"In Livermore we stand up for justice," wrote Mayor John Marchand in a letter to the community.

Alameda County Issues Curfew Beginning Monday Night

The order, issued Monday, will remain in place until Friday.

SEE: Downtown Danville Braces For Potential Looting

A majority of Danville businesses were boarded up as police warned residents to stay home and businesses to secure their belongings.

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