Michael Biondi, Missing San Ramon Man And Tri-Valley School Official, Found Dead In Nevada
An assistant superintendent for the Livermore school district reported missing by his family last month has been found dead near Walker Lake in western Nevada, police confirmed Thursday. San Ramon resident Michael Biondi, 52, was last seen in Livermore on Sept. 22. His car was reportedly tracked as Biondi drove east to Nevada and on…
Yours In LipZippetyUppedness
We’re riding high on sleep deprivation and vintage Fleetwood Mac and watching The National Madness slide by while nightcallers ring us up and whisper: “Aren’t you going to say anything?” Those unlucky enough to know us well know we’re loquacious with just a hint of cocksure garrulousness thrown in – traits bestowed since the day…
Red Tier Impact On School Openings
PLEASANT HILL, Calif., September 29, 2020 – Contra Costa County has moved into the Red (Substantial) Tier under the California Blueprint for a Safer Economy, which allows schools to consider reopening after two weeks if certain conditions are met. If Contra Costa County remains in the Red Tier for 14 consecutive days, schools in the county have the option to return to in-person…
Lafayette Officer Injured In Tuesday Morning Pursuit, Crash
A Lafayette police officer and a civilian were taken to a local hospital for observation as a precaution after an early-morning police pursuit and crash at Pleasant Hill and Old Tunnel roads Tuesday. Police spokesman Jimmy Lee said things started at about 7:10 a.m. when an Orinda police officer was investigating a suspicious vehicle at…
You Guys Can Handle The Truth, Right? Right?
Our intern once described what we do as: “Dancing a jig alone, at the end of a giant razor blade, with everyone standing around hoping you’ll slip.” Pretty much. And it can be pretty dang hairy out there all alone, thousands of eyes on you, not all of them friendly, and everyone ready to throw…
Update: Suspect Arrested Saturday On Suspicion Of Concord Homicide
An update from Concord PD on this morning’s incident on Willow Pass Road: On Saturday, September 26, 2020, at 12:20 AM, CPD officers responded to a report of a stabbing on Willow Pass Rd. near Second St. Upon arrival, officers found the female victim deceased. According to witnesses, a verbal argument ensued between the victim…
Concord’s Sun Valley Mall Closed By Police After Fighting Breaks Out Saturday
Reports of sizable groups of people fighting inside and outside Sun Valley Mall in Concord prompted a heavy police response and eventual closure of the shopping center. Officers responded to the Red Robin restaurant location around 5:10 p.m. after getting reports of a group of between 20 to 25 people fighting outside. Police formed a…
County Passes Resolution Declaring Climate Emergency
(Martinez, CA) – On September 22, 2020, the Board of Supervisors unanimously passed Resolution No. 2020/256 that endorses the Declaration of a Climate Emergency in Contra Costa County. The resolution demands accelerated actions on the climate crisis and calls on local and regional partners to join together to address climate change. The resolution states: ”WHEREAS, the COVID-19…
Investigation Underway After Injured Inmate Dies At Local Hospital
The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff and the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office are investigating the death of inmate Levele Williams which occurred at John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek on Thursday, September 24, 2020, at about 9:04 PM. Earlier, on Wednesday, September 23, at about 7:20 PM, Williams was involved…
County Requires Local Health Providers To Expand COVID-19 Testing
Private healthcare facilities in Contra Costa County must provide timely COVID-19 tests to essential workers, those with symptoms and those exposed to the virus, according to a new health order released today by Contra Costa Health Services (CCHS). CCHS also sent a formal request to large providers serving the county, including Kaiser Permanente, John Muir…