Bus Fire Lights Up I680 North Sunday
A passenger bus caught fire and burned on northbound I680 north of Treat just before 8 p.m. Sunday, disrupting traffic as crews worked to put out the blaze and remove the damaged hulk. The driver made it out of the vehicle and was found safe.
“Northern Lights,” As Seen From Orinda
We know we have a lot of Skywatchers here at News24/680 but we didn’t know so many of them would be turning their cameras skyward Thursday. Photos streaming in and, as usual, we’re breaking out some of the best for your inspection.
They Remembered In Clayton Today
Fire Station 11, Clayton
Moraga Crash Goes For The Hat Trick Sunday
Let’s see… We gotta Leaner with a Tiltie and a Gusher in Moraga tonight after a Jeep gets away from its operator and starts bouncing off things it shouldn’t. This was at Moraga Road and Canyon just past the brewery for those of you who patronize that fine establishment. Driver was a little James Bond…
Creek Scene: “Midnight Rider…”
An entirely new shift of personalities takes to our streets after dark – and while their lifestyles may not fall in line with standards set by others they are no less compelling. Voyaging among them leads to some interesting moments: a snippet of conversation here and there; the flare of a cigarette in a darkened…
Flash Photo: News24/680 Flasher Provides First Image Of Canyon Car Fire Tuesday
One of our Flashers answered up an alert about smoke in the area with this photo. Apparently a car fire touched off vegetation at Pinehurst and Redwood roads in Canyon (south of Moraga). Report of one person with smoke inhalation, may not require medical assistance. Forward progress of the fire has been halted. Traffic restrictions…
“Who IS That Down There, MIke? He Looks Suspicious…”
Our small but hardy band of lensman have been known to work “tight,” angling for position during incidents and capturing meaningful images when, frankly, all heck is breaking loose and most normal people are running for cover. We were going through a batch of images taken by the highly mobile and talented photojournalist Sean McDonough…
Danville Burglary Suspect Arrested After Lengthy Chase Sunday
A man wanted for burglary and a possible arson was arrested in a Danville neighborhood Sunday after a rambling pursuit through the forested eastern end of the town. Police were looking for Clayton Mackay, 26, after incidents in Walnut Creek and Danville and alerted the public of their desire to locate him early Sunday morning.…
“Creek Scene”
…the latest in an ongoing series of photos chronicling life around the 24/680 – both good and bad.
“Ever Get The Feeling People Are Watching?”
A young visitor ran afoul of the law in Walnut Creek Thursday evening, getting a complimentary ride to jail after police determined she allegedly had warrants out for her arrest. Unfortunately, the moment was not without its observers…