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UPDATE: One Dead In Crash On I-680 Near Pacheco
At least one died in a multiple-vehicle collision Sunday night on Interstate Highway 680 in Contra Costa County, according to the California Highway Patrol. The CHP said that around 10:55 p.m., its officers learned that a crash happened on southbound I-680 just north of the Concord Avenue offramp in Pacheco.
Novel Contra Costa program connects domestic violence survivors with healthcare
TeleCARE improves access to care, resources through video visits. The distraught woman arrived at an Antioch, California hospital emergency department with nothing: Her car, wallet and cell phone were stolen by her abusive boyfriend. She was treated for her injuries, but many victims of interpersonal violence can’t or won’t go to the hospital because they are afraid, lack access to transportation or childcare or, like the woman, their abuser has taken their ID.
EBRPD could be adding new public park in Contra Costa County
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The Richmond City Council approved a letter of intent Friday to sell its Point Molate property to the East Bay Regional Park District, likely ending years of contention over what to do with the 80-acre former Navy site. The vote was 5-0. Councilmembers Soheila...
Body found inside burned vehicle on Highway 80 in Hercules
A person was found dead early Friday morning inside a vehicle that burned on eastbound Interstate Highway 80 in Hercules, authorities said.The car was burning near the Willow Avenue off-ramp and the eastbound connector to state Highway 4. Contra Costa County Fire Protection District officials said firefighters were dispatched at approximately 4:30 a.m. to a report of a vehicle fire that ignited nearby vegetation.Once firefighters extinguished the fire, they discovered a body inside the vehicle. The fire district said they hadn't determined the cause of the fire. According to the California Highway Patrol, the freeway exit was still closed as of shortly after 9 a.m.
Lamorinda cities, County work together to saves construction dollars
LAFAYETTE, CALIF. — When cities join forces, they can achieve cost savings on construction projects. By combining multiple construction projects into one larger project, cities attract more contractors and receive more competitive bids. This ultimately means more efficient use of taxpayer dollars, improved infrastructure, and a better overall quality...
Alamo: Livorna Road Shoulder Widening Project construction begins Monday, July 15
Alamo, CA – Contra Costa County Public Works will begin construction of the Livorna Road Shoulder Widening Project on Monday, July 15, 2024, and continue through Friday, August 2, 2024, barring unforeseen circumstances. Work will take place between 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, weather permitting. The work consists of roadway shoulder widening along a 200-foot segment of Livorna Road between Douglas Court and Paseo De Sol.
The Pioneer’s Summer 2024 calendar of events and activities, July 14 update
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA, (July 14, 2024) — The Pioneer Calendar lists local events, performances and activities for the whole family. We update the Pioneer Calendar page every week so check back often to find out what’s going on near you. If you’d like to submit your event...
Man arrested after woman's burned body discovered
SAN PABLO, Calif. - A person of interest in a possible homicide has been arrested after the severely burned body of a woman was found along San Pablo Creek, San Pablo police said Friday. On July 2 around 1:20 a.m., the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District responded to a...
Contra Costa County Welcomes New Administration Building
On Tuesday, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors opened the new County Administration Building in the City of Martinez. This new facility stands on the historic grounds previously occupied by a taller, outdated office tower and a jail dating back to around 1902, both of which were demolished to make way for modern development.
Innovative permanent supportive housing complex to open in San Pablo
$21.5 million in public funds for 540 micro-apartments for homeless adults with disabilities; on-site services provided. Originally built by grandfather, renovated by grandson 56 years later. By Contra Costa Health. Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia and Contra Costa Health (CCH) hosted a grand opening for El Portal Place, a...
Boy, 16, who stabbed Brentwood police officer sentenced
(KRON) — A Brentwood Police Department officer narrowly survived after a 16-year-old boy stabbed him with a kitchen knife in a park downtown. The officer, who is still recovering from his injuries, sat in a Contra Costa County courtroom last week to watch the boy’s sentencing hearing. A juvenile court judge handed down the maximum […]
In brief: State agency ends fruit fly quarantine in East Contra Costa
Thanks to the cooperation and diligence of Contra Costa County residents and local agricultural officials, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), working in coordination with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Contra Costa County Department of Agriculture, Weights and Measures, has declared an end to the Oriental fruit fly quarantine following the eradication of the invasive pest.
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