Hate Crimes Rare In Contra Costa County Despite Statewide Trending
From the Office of the District Attorney: Martinez, Calif. — In Contra Costa County, hate crime incidents are relatively low compared to the most recent data from the Attorney General — which shows hate crimes increasing in California. Attorney General Rob Bonta released the report “2021 Hate Crime in California” on Tuesday. The report shows…
Another High-Speed Pursuit Through Orinda Tuesday
Orinda police are behind a red SUV fleeing from the downtown area at high speed, outbound on San Pablo Dam Road and apparently headed to El Sobrante. Witnesses said the vehicle had two men aboard with no further description possible. The pursuit was initiated at approximately 2:20 p.m. with the vehicle last reported on San…
Pleasanton PD Seeks Witnesses To Attempted Auto Theft That Ended In Gunfire Tuesday
From the Pleasanton Police Department: Pleasanton Police Department is currently investigating an attempted auto theft that resulted in gunfire and asks anyone who may have witnessed or has information about this incident to call (925) 931-5100. On June 28, 2022, at approximately 4:50 a.m., the Pleasanton Police Department received multiple reports of gunshots in the…
Crockett-Martinez Folks, Businesses Without Power – Again. Wondering Why…
Along with all those other shortfalls and shortages we’re being asked to contend with this summer is one very important one – electricity – and residents living along the water in northernmost Contra Costa are feeling especially put upon. “Three times in the past week for at least 4 hours each,” one wrote Sunday morning.…
Fire Claims One Home, Damages Another In Alamo Saturday
A fire believed to have started at or near a home in the 100 block of Alamo Ranch Road gutted one residence and damaged another when flames spread into adjacent grass land and took off, ultimately singeing more than 4 acres of adjacent grass land. Dozens of firefighters were directed in to fight the fast-moving…
Pursuit Ends In Fatal Orinda Crash, Power Out To Thousands
A white Honda, fleeing from a Moraga police officer on Moraga Way headed toward Orinda, crashed at Glorietta Boulevard and Moraga Way shortly after 10 a.m. Saturday – killing the driver and injuring an unidentified male passenger. The driver was subsequently identified as Naya Jackson, 29, of Oakland. It was not immediately known why police…
Protestors Turn Out In Walnut Creek Friday
Protest Underway in WalnutCreek tonight as a small but growing group of protestors turned out at Civic Park to make their feelings known… at least 300 people turned out to take part.
Rolex, Cash Taken During Latest “Follow Home” Robbery In Walnut Creek Friday
Three men reportedly tailed a couple picking up their daughter from a birthday party on Blade Way this afternoon, rushing the male victim, brandishing weapons and making off with a Rolex watch and cash while the children played in the backyard. The holdup was reported at approximately 6:30 p.m., with the occupants of a car…
Reproductive Health Services Remain Legal, Safe, Available In Contra Costa County
From County Health Services: Contra Costa Health (CCH) today reaffirms its commitment to reproductive health rights, and to ensure that all county residents may access safe, compassionate care, including abortion services. The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the Roe v. Wade decision, which held that the Constitution protects a woman’s right to privacy relating…
ScreenShots: “Chef”
Even if sitting atop your ultra-hip food truck, swigging a Modelo with a fat bankroll in your pocket while Gary Clarke Jr. serenades an Austin bandido bar isn’t your thing, there’s a lot to like about John Favreau’s “Chef.” An unapologetic celebration of food and family, the movie centers on a nebbish but passionate L.A.…