Swalwell Announces Gubernatorial Bid
Seven-term Democratic US (14th District) representative Eric Swalwell, known for his persistent and vocal opposition to Donald Trump, announced Thursday night he will run for governor of California. Swalwell’s announcement followed billionaire environmental activist Tom Steyer’s entry to what is shaping up to be a crowded field of possible successors to outgoing Gov. Gavin Newsom,…
Walnut Creek Ready To Ban Satan’s Whistles
While your local Mo-and-Blo crew has been blowing sticky wet leaves down the road, past your window and under your front door at runway sound levels for the past decade or so it appears Walnut Creek is ready to look at alternatives – after we get through the current Winter Leaf Drop, at least. Local…
“The Bear Roared” – Californians Pass Prop 50
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s gamble on a risky proposition countering a presidential decree to gerrymander Texas congressional districts paid off with a landslide win in California Tuesday night. Voters approved Proposition 50, a ballot measure reconfiguring the state’s U.S. House map temporarily in response to Republican gerrymandering efforts in other states. The approved measure will set…
Walnut Creek Council Mulls E-Bike Safety Action Plan Tonight
In an apparent effort to address the proliferation of E-Bike and electric motorcycle riders on city street, the Walnut Creek city council is taking steps to reduce the number of collisions while supporting safe riding practices. The agenda item was announced as Walnut Creek police continue to address incidents of unsafe operation on city streets.…
Danville Residents To Decide On Landscape/Lighting Rate Hike
From the Town of Danville: Danville property owners to vote on funding for parks, street lights, landscaping and other amenities. DANVILLE, Calif. (March 19, 2025): The Danville Town Council has approved Resolution No. 22-2025, which initiates a vote on proposed adjustments to the Town’s Lighting and Landscape Assessment District (LLAD), which was last voted on…
County Supervisors Appoint Interim Health Director
From the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors: Board of Supervisors Appoints Interim Contra Costa Health Director (Martinez, CA) – On Tuesday, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors appointed Dr. Ori Tzvieli as interim director of health services while the County launches a search for a permanent Chief Executive Officer and Health Director for…
Citizens Group Sues Town Of Moraga Over Fire Evacuation Concerns
From “Safe Moraga:” Moraga, California — February 14, 2025 — Today, SAFE Moraga, a nonprofit organization formed by Moraga residents, filed suit in Contra Costa County Superior Court against the Town of Moraga, a semi-rural East Bay Hills community situated many miles away from local highways and within or near a Very High Fire Hazard…
Administration’s “Fork In The Road” Program Stuns Federal Employees Tuesday
Federal workers – several dozen of whom apparently live within our coverage range – expressed dismay over a Trump administration proposal suggesting they accept a “deferred resignation” option designed to end work-from-home employment and sent via a specialized email system to nearly all government workers late Tuesday afternoon. The White House estimates that up to…
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Election Security In Contra Costa County: 2-Step Verification? Try 48-Steps
Sponsored Post – Contra Costa Elections Division Security is layered into every aspect of Contra Costa County’s elections and local officials take many steps – 48 steps to be exact – to protect our vote. The Contra Costa County Elections Division guarantees election security by securing technology, processes, facilities, and people. “Elections are more secure…