Supportive Housing Facility For Homeless To Open In San Pablo
From Contra Costa Health: Homekey Program Brings Innovative Permanent Supportive Housing to Contra Costa County Contra Costa Health (CCH) will open a new permanent supportive housing facility and expand critical housing services in the county, thanks to a $16 million grant from the state’s Homekey program. The facility, located at 2555 El Portal Drive in…
Fatal Crash Reported On Kirker Pass Road Monday
An Oakley man was killed on Kirker Pass Road Monday after his vehicle was cut in two in a collision with a power pole, ejecting the driver. The crash was reported at 3:39 p.m., near the intersection of Clearbrook Drive. Contra Costa County Coroner’s officials identified the driver as Joshua Butler, 30. Multiple witnesses notified…
Fatal Crash Closes I680 South Of Sunol
Two people are dead and several others injured after a crash was reported on southbound I680 at the Sunol Boulevard offramp Monday. The crash, involving at least one car with two women aboard, was reported off the road at 2:35 p.m. A coroner’s response has been requested. There were eight people in the car at…
One Shot In Concord Home Sunday
A Concord man was shot and wounded by an assailant, possibly known to the victim, who entered the victim’s home on Woodland Drive and opened fire Sunday night. The shooting was reported at approximately 6:36 p.m.
Fatal Crash On Highway 4 In Martinez Sunday Leads To DUI/Manslaughter Charges
A car with a woman and her two children aboard plunged off westbound Highway 4 west of Morello on Sunday, killing one child, critically injuring the other and sending the woman to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The crash was reported at 12:01 a.m. with passersby scrambling to lend assistance, a Concord woman…
Santa’s Elves Revert To Plan B After Broadway Plaza Camera Theft
The lineup of parents and kids waiting for a picture with Santa in Walnut Creek’s Broadway Plaza was a little tense Saturday after thieves made off with Santa’s camera and cash. The wait for a family photo with the jolly fellow was extended as helpers sent away for a replacement camera. Workers and patrons at…
Walnut Creek Police Call Suspicious Death On Camino Verde Circle A Homicide
The death of a 67-year-old man found deceased in his home on Camino Verde Circle in Walnut Creek Nov. 27 is being investigated as a homicide, a department release confirmed Friday. Firefighters called to a residence in the 1900 block of the street found the man’s body inside, determined that his passing appeared suspicious and…
Teresa Gerringer Resigns From Lafayette City Council
From the City of Lafayette: LAFAYETTE, CA: Councilmember Teresa Gerringer announced today that she will resign her position on the Lafayette City Council effective January 23, 2024 at noon due to family reasons. In her letter of resignation, Gerringer said: “It has been my honor to serve the residents of Lafayette for almost 23 years,…
Police Pursuit Though Lamorinda Ends With Arrest At Lafayette BART Wednesday
Bit of activity in Lamorinda overnight as a driver fleeing police blazed a trail from El Sobrante into Lafayette Wednesday night – attracting lots of attention along the way. The man pictured fled from officers on foot after crashing his Dodge van near Lafayette BART, taking off his shirt for reasons unknown and attempting to…
FBI Warns Of Holiday Scam Trends; Contra Costa Biggest Loser
From FBI San Francisco SAN FRANCISCO—This holiday season, the FBI San Francisco division warns shoppers to look out for emerging scam trends and reminds the public to stay vigilant when purchasing items online. The FBI anticipates increased fraud schemes designed to steal consumers’ money and personal information this year. During the 2022 holiday shopping season,…