DNA Tests Confirm Rogue Coyote Responsible For Four Attacks In Lamorinda
The coyote responsible for an attack on a Moraga toddler held in her mother’s arms Tuesday is the same animal responsible for three other high-profile biting incidents in Lamorinda in recent weeks, sources confirmed to News24/680 Wednesday. DNA testing of the 3-year-old victim’s clothing matched samples taken from other, previous victims, sources said. State wildlife…
Toddler Injured By Coyote In Moraga Tuesday
State Wildlife officials are being notified of another incident involving a coyote Tuesday morning – this time in Moraga. Information released by Moraga police confirmed reports that a parent carrying her 3-year-old child while pushing another infant child in a stroller near the intersection of Calle la Montana and Campolindo Drive at about 8:30 a.m.…
It’s “Fill ‘Er Up” For New Costco Gas Station In San Ramon
Supporters of a planned 32-pump gas station built on the site of the Office Depot location at 3111 Fostoria Way got their wish Thursday when San Ramon’s City Council gave their unanimous approval of the project. Just across the street – and city lines – from the Danville Costco location it is intended to support,…
Fatal Crash On SR-4 In Martinez Thursday Night
Motorists on westbound SR-4 notified officials of a serious injury accident at the Alhambra Avenue off ramp shortly after 9 p.m. Thursday. Officers determined that a 2007 black Toyota Camry had been driven off the roadway and collided into heavy brush and trees at the off ramp. An adult female passenger was ejected from the…
Seven Arson Arrests Mark Busy Start To New Year In Contra Costa County
CONCORD, CALIF., FEB. 10, 2021 – Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (ConFire) today announced the arrests of seven arson suspects, in eight separate cases in just over 30 days in January and early February. Details for each arrest follow:On Jan. 6, security officers at the County East Mall on Somersville Road in Antioch witnessed…
Some Of San Ramon Valley Unified’s Youngest Students Returning To Classrooms Wednesday
The San Ramon Valley Unified School District has announced it will welcome students back onto elementary school campuses beginning Wednesday, Feb. 10. On that day, district officials said, students in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) through Grade 2 will return to campus as part of the district’s multi-phase hybrid plan – which includes both in-person and remote…
Asleep At The Wheel In Concord Friday: PD Finds Pistol And Powder
Concord police posted this photo of items seized from a car searched in their city Friday, the driver prompting police interest in the vehicle when neighbors called to report he’d fallen asleep at the wheel. Investigating officers spotted an extended magazine upon arrival – and apparently other items – on the front seat after a…
Trump Supporters, Neighbors Put El Curtola Bridge Protests Before Lafayette City Council Monday
Continued protests by supporters of America’s defeated past president at Lafayette’s El Curtola Bridge and rising frustration among area residents living near the span have forced the matter onto an upcoming council agenda. Council staff have indicated that they intend to accept communications from an organizer/supporter of the regular protests along with others who say…
Gunman Visits Lafayette BevMo Monday; Leaves With Cash Drawer
An armed robber paid an unwanted visit to the Lafayette Beverages and More outlet, 3590 Mount Diablo Boulevard, a little after 10 a.m. Monday morning and left with the till. No one was injured in the encounter, in which the armed robber apparently flashed a small pistol while demanding money. The gunman, a black male,…
Wild Morning In Danville As Traffic Stop Gets Hairy Saturday
A driver Tased by police after declining to comply during a traffic stop near Railroad Avenue allegedly sped away – ramming two Danville police cars and leading officers on a wild chase that ended with the rollover crash of another police car and the crash of the suspect vehicle. Things apparently got underway during a…