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Retail Theft Prompts Police Search In Downtown Danville Monday
Danville residents noticed an uptick in police presence downtown after a shoplifting incident at the BevMo store on Diablo Road. Police interest was enhanced when the suspect vehicle made contact with a police vehicle. A woman is in custody and a search is underway for a male believed to be in the area. A CHP…
Read MoreUnplanned Water Feature Pops Up In Pleasant Hill Sunday
Spigot turned off by some hardy firefighters after a hydrant shear on Crescent Plaza but it was entertaining while it was gushing – and the neighborhood kids LOVED it!
Read MoreSunday Revue: Get’cher Mazzy Runnin’, Return Of The Freakazoids; And Kursk AGAIN?
Morning, 24/680 People – and those tuning in from beyond the limits of our intended broadcast – here we are again. Another Sunday is upon us. Time for omelettes and coffee and a review of the week past. Great seeing some of our local cities mentioned on an international stage as the Olympics played on…
Read MoreMoon Shot
Our dedicated crew of photographers are turning their lenses skyward this weekend as our skies light up and the Perseids are scheduled to make an appearance. After weeks of more down-to-earth photoplay the shooters are turning to the heavens for inspiration – and photos are already starting to stream in.
Read MoreFatal Midnight Motorcycle Crash On Highway 24 In Orinda Saturday
A motorcyclist was killed in a 2-vehicle collision on westbound Highway 24 east of St. Stephens early Saturday morning, the freeway closing briefly to facilitate a CHP investigation into the cause. Contra Costa CHP officers responded to reports of a crash involving a BMW SUV and a motorcyclist located on westbound SR-24, east of Saint…
Read MoreDeadline Extended For Nominating Papers In Danville Municipal Election
From the Town of Danville: Incumbent Dave Fong opts not to run for re-election to the Danville Town Council The Town of Danville has extended the candidate nomination period until Wednesday, August 14 for three open positions on the Town Council. Four candidates have filed nominating papers to run for three available seats in the…
Read MoreOvernight Thunder Run, Chopper Chase Ends With Bang, Whimper In Lafayette
Busy lately. And getting busier, apparently. News24/680 ShooterMan Sean McDonough was minding his own business, processing film and whatever else those PhotoDudes do when a chase popped up on northbound I680 early Friday. As it turns out a Silver Ford Ranger wanted by police in connection with an alleged assault on a police officer in…
Read More“Any Safe Landing, Is a GOOD Landing!”
Pilot brings his twin-engine aircraft in for a landing after landing gear malfunction at Buchanan Field in Concord Thursday night. Officials called for an ambulance to conduct a precautionary examination of the pilot. The airport was closed until the downed aircraft could be removed from an infield area.
Read MoreCounty Health Supporting Return Of Indoor Masking
Indoor Masking a Healthy Choice to Reduce Risk of COVID-19 Infection, CCH says With evidence of increased COVID-19 infections throughout the Bay Area, Contra Costa Health (CCH) recommends masking in crowded indoor settings, particularly for those at high risk of serious illness if infected. This recommendation is not a health order. It aligns with existing…
Read MorePerson Leaps From Pleasant Hill BART Garage Tuesday
BART police say a person found deceased near the Pleasant Hill BART parking structure on Anthony Way apparently leapt from the structure and was not the victim of a crime. Police called the occurrence an “unattended death involving someone in crisis” who jumped from the structure and no foul play is suspected. Initial reports from…
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