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Don’t Forget To Look Up…
We have a saying around here: “Always be sure to look up.” It’s because you can get focused on things in front of us, especially if they’re yelling or throwing things at us, and while the center of attention may be on the maelstrom in front of us – something else is undoubtedly going on.…
Read MoreAir And Ground Resources Beat Back 3-Acre Grass Fire In Walnut Creek Friday
We felt a news story developing and it materialized as a 3-acre grass fire Friday afternoon – the blaze briefly bumping up against homes in the area of Beacon Ridge Lane before air and ground crews were able to beat it down. The blaze was reported shortly before 5 p.m.and attracted quite a bit of…
Read MoreLetters: “The Room So Quiet…” And “The Rowdy Cup”
Editor; By now we’ve all had a chance to digest the revolting antics of this last week — both on and off the golf course. My dad introduced me to golf in the Sixties and I loved it, enjoying time away from work and daily pressures to play the gentleman’s game with friends. More than…
Read MoreGirlfriend Of Walnut Creek Double Murder Suspect Charged With Burglary, Destroying Evidence
A 45-year-old Oakland woman who approached Walnut Creek police in the initial stages of a gruesome double murder investigation acted on behalf of her suspect boyfriend, police say, in an effort to erase evidence – and later broke into the Kelobra Court crime scene to further remove evidence at the suspect’s direction. Prosecutors filed two…
Read MoreContra Costa Seeks Applicants For Hazardous Materials Commission Seats
From Contra Costa Health: The Contra Costa County Hazardous Materials Commission is seeking applicants for one environmental justice representative seat and one environmental justice representative alternate seat. The commission is a voluntary body appointed by the Board of Supervisors and makes policy recommendations to the board and county staff on issues concerning hazardous materials and…
Read MoreOut-Of-State Driver Leads Walnut Creek PD On Brief Chase Monday
A driver sporting Oregon license plates caught the attention of a passing Walnut Creek police officer Monday and then allegedly sped away when he attempted to pull her over for a traffic infraction, leading to a short chase and ultimately a crash on Atri Court. The driver allegedly sped through at least one traffic light…
Read MoreMan Beaten, Robbed In Downtown Walnut Creek Friday
Scene in the area of Locust and Bonanza in Walnut Creek after a man was reportedly beaten and robbed. The victim was taken to the hospital for treatment of unspecified injuries, but may have suffered blows to the head. Police and emergency personnel responded to the area just before 10 p.m. Investigators appeared to be…
Read MoreSupportive Housing Project Funded In Lafayette
A plan to build permanent supportive housing for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receives $19.5million from the California Department of Housing and Community Lafayette, Calif: The vision to build 48 permanent supportive housing units in downtown Lafayette for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) is one step closer to becoming a reality after…
Read MoreThree Charged In San Ramon Jewelry Robbery
From the Office of the District Attorney: Martinez, California – Three Bay Area men are facing serious felony charges after orchestrating a brazen armed robbery at a San Ramon jewelry store, stealing more than one million dollars in merchandise. The Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office announced charges today against Michael Lamont Ray, Jr., 31, and…
Read MoreVIDEO: Robbery Crew Shoot Their Way Out Of San Ramon Jewelry Store Monday
Video from Monday’s bold blitz-style robbery at Heller Jewelry in San Ramon, Calif. Approximately 20 thieves, dressed as you see and wielding hammers, positioned stolen cars near the store before running inside and smashing their way into display counters, stuffing merchandise in bags and sacks before attempting to exit the store. The group found their…
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