Lawyers Threaten To Sue Walnut Creek Over Alleged Voting Rights Violation

Walnut Creek faces challenges to its at-large city council elections as cities are pressured to adopt district-based voting.

Growing U.S. Inequality Is Worsening Social Security's Financial Crunch, Group Says

In the last few decades, incomes of higher-paid Americans have soared, far outpacing those of low- and middle-class workers.

Contra Costa Voters: No On Tax, Yes To Renewed Growth Limits

Measure B and a community college bond measure fell short, while voters overwhelmingly backed extending the county's urban growth boundary.

Contra Costa Voters Back Growth Limits, Reject Taxes

Early election returns show strong support for preserving development boundaries.

Real-Time Results: Walnut Creek Primary Election 2026

The polls are closed in Walnut Creek, and voters have had their say, including on Measure B, as well as who will face off for governor.

Election Day In Walnut Creek: What’s On The Ballot For June 2 Primary

Here's all you need to know about what's on your ballot in Walnut Creek ahead of Tuesday's primary election.

Contra Costa Voters Face High-Stakes Open Space Decision

A June ballot fight could reshape Contra Costa’s future for decades.

Locking In Contra Costa County Urban Limit Line: Measure A

Measure A would lock in the county's urban limit line until 2051.

Meet Mitchell Maisler, Candidate For California's 10th Congressional District

Patch reached out to all CA-10 candidates to hear about their ideas for the district.

Meet Angela Griffiths, Candidate For California's 10th Congressional District

Patch reached out to all CA-10 candidates to hear about their ideas for the district.

Walnut Creek Voter Guide: What’s On The June 2 Ballot

Here's all you need to know about what's on your ballot in Walnut Creek.

Double Homicides, Break-Ins, Cold Cases: The Contra Costa County DA Annual Report

An annual Contra Costa County DA's report card highlights strong trial outcomes, expanded victim services, and diversion programs.

As Budget Gap Opens, Walnut Creek Keeps City Paychecks Unclaimed

Walnut Creek is leaving city desks vacant—and paychecks unclaimed—to shield local services from a growing budget shortfall.

Taxes, Schools, Growth, Candidates: A Contra Costa County Guide To The June Primaries

A guide to the June 2026 primaries including the candidates and measures that matter for Contra Costa County.

The Nearly Final Round: Council Narrows Candidates For 11 Committee Openings

Walnut Creek City Council will start to narrow the number of candidates for 11 committee openings at Tuesday meeting.

A Later Last Call, Pet MRIs: Up For Review Thursday At Planning Commission

Walnut Creek Planning commissioners will review two proposals for an MRI pet clinic and after hours cocktails on Thursday, Jan. 22.

Time Has Caught Up With Walnut Creek: Projects Put Rules To The Test

In this WC neighborhood, the area's first Islamic school is controversial for parking and traffic, and a naughty Airbnb gets to stay open.

The Gavel Is Passed: New Mayor For Walnut Creek

Mayor Cindy Darling passes the gavel to the new mayor of Walnut Creek.

More Drones To Fly In Contra Costa Skies, With A Price

The plan by Concord Police to buy more drones and body cameras will be discussed today at the 6:30 p.m. Concord City Council meeting.

CA's Nov. 4 Election: What's On The Ballot, How To Cast Your Vote In Walnut Creek

As of Oct. 20, there were 730,646 registered voters in Contra Costa County.

Walnut Creek Names New Top Cop

A 16-year officer with the Walnut Creek Police Department appoints next police chief from within the department ranks.

Walnut Creek Faces E-Bike Risks, Rewards: How The City Is Addressing The Challenge

Walnut Creek cautiously rolls out an action for sharing roadways and sidewalks with e-bikes that weighs utility, popularity, and risks.

‘No Kings’ Protests: What To Know And Where To Find Them

Millions expected to double down Saturday to protest the Trump administration.

Anti-Abortion Tactics Escalate In Walnut Creek

A Planned Parenthood neighbor asks for city help again against aggressive anti-abortion demonstrators​ outside the Walnut Creek center.

What A Federal Shut Down Could Mean For Walnut Creek

Congressman Mark DeSaulnier virtual hall meeting at 6 p.m. to discuss how the shutdown will impact District 10.

Employment Assistance And Arts & Rec On The Walnut Creek City Council Agenda At Sept. 2 Meeting.

Walnut Creek City Council set to vote on more than $200,000 in community programs at tonight's meeting.

Thousands Attend No Kings Protest In Walnut Creek

A crowd likely in the thousands was outside in the June sunshine in a packed Broadway Plaza.

This Bay Area City Tracks Visitors' Movements: Reports

See which city is using a controversial new technology that uses phone data to provide aggregated reports on out of town visitor behavior.

Walnut Creek Using Tracking Technology For Visitor Data: Reports

The city is using a controversial new technology that uses phone data to provide aggregated reports on out of town visitor behavior.

Rate Hike Squeeze: Walnut Creek Consumers Will Feel the Pinch

East Bay MUD is seeking rate hikes for both drinking water and wastewater. What it will cost you.

Walnut Creek Recruits For Commission Seats

The city is looking to fill vacancies on the Planning Commission, Board of Appeals, Design Review Commission and County Library Commission.

Walnut Creek Recruits For Commission Vacancies

Applicants for the city's Design Review Commission and Board of Appeals must be registered voters but need not be residents of Walnut Creek.

New Walnut Creek Mayor, Mayor Pro-Tem Selected For 2025

A new council member was also sworn in during this week's City Council meeting, and the outgoing mayor was honored.

City Council, School Board Seats: Walnut Creek Election Results

Voters have had their say on Walnut Creek local races.

Election Day 2024: Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County Voter Guide

Walnut Creek voters are electing city council members and local school board members and deciding on several measures.

How To Register To Vote In Walnut Creek

Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Walnut Creek ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

Walnut Creek Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

As the 2024 election nears, here’s all you need to know about what’s on your ballot in Walnut Creek.

Longtime Walnut Creek Employee Selected As Public Works Director

Rich Payne has worked for the city since 1999, most recently as interim public works director upon the retirement of Heather Ballenger.

Voter Outreach Pop Ups Planned In Walnut Creek

The Contra Costa County Elections Division was set to do voter outreach at over 30 local high schools and senior housing communities.

Man Accused Of Following Victims Home, Robbing Them: Verdict

Prosecutors said the accused man wore a mask and followed people who'd been shopping, then robbed them at gunpoint.