East Coast Congressman Visits East Bay Nonprofit, Talks Food Scarcity

U.S. Rep. Jim McGovern, D-Massachusetts, was at White Pony Express ahead of the White House Conference on Hunger, Nutrition and Health.

'A Seat At The Table': Youth Voices For Walnut Creek City Commissions

The one-year pilot program welcomes youth members to the Arts, Park, Recreation and Open Space (PROS), and Transportation Commissions.

Supervisors Vow To Fix Problems Found In Audit Of Head Start Program

"We were appalled when we heard some of them, and we want to immediately rectify them."

Ballot Consideration For Half-Cent Sales Tax In Walnut Creek

If OK'd by city council for November election, the 10-year tax would fund city services and facilities.

Low-Income Housing On Ygnacio Valley Goes To Walnut Creek City Council

A four-story, 97-unit, affordable-housing project is proposed by Resources for Community Development

Contra Costa County Planning, Building Fees Increase Next Month

If you are planning a major project, the time to obtain your paperwork is now before the hike in fees.

Primary Election Voter Turnout Falls In Contra Costa County

Voter turnout was 35.05 percent for the June 7 primary election, a decline from the 2018 midterm election.

Senior Housing Approved In Walnut Creek

The senior housing and residential care facility will be built at Shadelands business park.

Real-Time Election Results: Walnut Creek Primary 2022

Voters have had their say on the sheriff, district attorney, and other key races.

Gun Control Report On Walnut Creek City Council Agenda

The report could be the first step toward a new ordinance.

Senior Housing On Walnut Creek City Council Agenda

The senior housing and a care facility are proposed for the former Shadelands business park.

Sheriff & DA Candidates Battle It Out: Walnut Creek Primary

2 Candidates Vie to be District Attorney, while Sheriff Livingston faces one challenger June 7.

Microbusiness, Nonprofit COVID Relief Grants In Walnut Creek

Apply now for $2,500 grants. The deadline is August 12, but claim your money early.

Contra Costa Adding Resources To Combat Rise In Homelessness

The county has increased the number of shelter beds by 30%, but homelessness continues to rise.

Walnut Creek Native Runs For District Attorney

Mary Knox is a 37-year veteran of the DA's Office who has fought gang activity, secured funds to combat highway shootings, vows crackdown.

Here's When Contra Costa County Voters Should Get Ballots

The Contra Costa County Elections Department sent out ballots Monday. Learn more about how to register and vote in upcoming elections.

Budget Increase Recommendations Handed To Contra Costa Supervisors

County staff advises funding increases for CARES healthcare program, plus sheriff, fire, animal services and public defender personnel.

Contra Costa County Now Uses E-Check Validation For Online Payments

If your payment is rejected because of invalid information, you may incur late fees. You are encouraged to pay ahead of deadlines.

Wildfire Preparedness, Safety: Tips From Contra Costa County

Be prepared for wildfires and power outages. Tips include knowing how to manually open your garage door, having a defensible space.

Marijuana Home Delivery OK'd In Walnut Creek

The city council voted Tuesday to approve delivery of adult-use, non-medical marijuana within city limits.

CoCo Data Breach: Employment and Human Services Dept.

Both employee and client information of the department has potentially been stolen, Contra Costa County warns.

Walnut Creek Residents Needed For Racial Justice Board

Two positions with terms that expire Dec. 31 are open.

Contra Costa County Property Taxes Delinquent Monday

The second installment of secured property taxes becomes delinquent Monday at 5 p.m.. A 10 percent late fee will be added after that.

How To Spend $12M To End Homelessness Contra Costa County?

The county and several cities have $12 million to permanently end homelessness. Take a survey on how it should be spent.

Walnut Creek Social Security Office To Reopen Thursday

No appointment is necessary, but here is how to make an appointment and the days that are busiest.

CoCo Building Permits Now Require All-Electric For Most Buildings

Do you love a natural gas stove or a natural gas heater? New restrictions are in effect for unincorporated parts on Contra Costa.

Walnut Creek Wrestles With New Regulations For COVID Parklets

The city is determining what rules and fees to impose to make parklets permanent.

Millions Of Dollars Flowing To Walnut Creek Area, East Bay

The funding bill passed by Congress will enhance drinking water, build a new fire station, and expand CoCo's Mobile Crisis Response Team.

Community Blowback Follows CoCo Sheriff's Support For Convicted Deputy

Family members of the shooting victim and community activists say Sheriff David Livingson's words are shocking and offensive.

3-Story Condos Planned On Old Palmer School Site

There will be 125 condos in the three planned buildings. Supervisors have scheduled a vote on the environmental impact report on Tuesday.

Supervisors Approve New Senior Housing

The units will be reserved for very-low and low-income senior households.

Walnut Creek City Council Endorses Planned Parenthood Buffer

Police received dozens of calls about protests outside the facility including traffic accidents caused by distractions.

Walnut Creek-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Figures

The Contra Costa County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Newsom Signs Executive Order Banning Price Gouging On COVID Testing Kits

The order prohibits sale of at-home COVID-19 test kits at a price that exceeds the Dec. 1 price by more than 10 percent.

New Swim, Community Center Locations Chosen

The Walnut Creek City Council voted unanimously on its selection.

Matt Francois Takes Over As Walnut Creek Mayor; Pro Tem Selected

The pro tem selection is also serving as state president for the League of California Cities in 2021-22.

Walnut Creek-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: New Update

The Contra Costa County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

Walnut Creek Council To Select New Mayor, Pro Tem Tuesday

The choice of mayor pro tem among council members include Cindy Darling, Loella Haskew and Cindy Silva.

Walnut Creek Approves New Police Officers, Crime Fighting Costs

Following the looting of Nordstrom, Walnut Creek will also add security cameras downtown and a tethered drone.

More Police In Walnut Creek: Link To Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider hiring 5 additional police officers, as well as other measures. The meeting starts at 8:30.