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A lucky lottery Scratchers player in the East Bay is $10 million richer after buying a jackpot ticket recently while stopping at a gas station, according to the California Lottery. Janet Coppedge hit the top prize on a California 200X Scratchers ticket she bought at A&A Gas and Food Mart...

Contra Costa County handed out its first Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation permit, and it's been a dream come true for the people who received it. Patience, precision and passion are all important parts of Kellie Joe's pizza making process.They've helped her find success operating numerous pizza ventures in Contra Costa County with her wife, Vanda, since 2009, including Chicks and Love and Queen of Crusts.But now, her patience, precision and passion is about to really pay off."I get really emotional. It's like a dream come true," she said.Kellie and Vanda became the first people in Contra Costa County to obtain...

OAKLAND, Calif. - Oakland community activist Kenzie Smith, the brother of rapper Mistah F.A.B., has died. Mistah F.A.B., born Stanley Cox, first announced his brother's death, saying Smith's accomplishments were far and wide. "He has a multitude of contributions that stand alone on their own," said the rapper. "Kenzie will...

An East Bay animal rescue is taking an innovative approach to help solve the pet overpopulation crisis.Friends of the Alameda Animal Shelter is sharing its plan to open a new, state-of-the-art spay and neuter clinic.But what makes this plan unique, is what its building will be made out of: shipping containers."We were originally going to build a brick and mortar medical center," said John Lipp, CEO of Friends of Alameda Animal Shelter. "The price tag was close to $10 million, and we were looking at fundraising and that's a lot of money to raise, and so we thought, what can...

A GoFundMe has been launched for Rubiano’s as the owner, Ruben Da Silva, suffered a heart attack on July 2nd where he remains in ICU. According to the GoFundMe, the funds would be used to “Save Ruben’s Restaurant and Cover Medical Bills”. The community is being asked to help support the downtown Brentwood business either through a donation or supporting the business by ordering in, or ordering out.

His three siblings will soon fly away, leaving UC Berkeley to start new lives. But Nox, the youngest peregrine falcon to hatch on the Campanile this spring, won’t be doing the same just yet. Far from home, he’s healing from a broken wing. “The good news is he’s...

Every Thursday, Macaroni KID San Ramon/Danville shares our picks for five things to do with your kids in tri valley over the coming week. Here are Macaroni KID Lauren's picks for the five things to do in the tri valley with kids this week based on fun national holidays! Click on the links for all the details!

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A lifeline during the pandemic, Walnut Creek’s outdoor dining program allowed restaurants and bars to operate on city streets for little expense. As new rules, fees, and guidelines kick in, business owners are confronted with pricey decisions. According to Kathy Hemmenway at Walnut Creek Downtown, the cost for constructing...

Due to popular demand, Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne’s popular restaurant in Brentwood will bring their Rib Fest to their Westside restaurant on Sunday, Aug. 18. A.O.C., located in the heart of Brentwood, will be suited up for the rib rodeo and Goin’s family-style feast of slow-cooked ribs, hot wings and sides which has become a Goin/Styne summer tradition since 2000. A week of preparation goes into smoking the beef brisket, pork and lamb ribs, spreading the lure of wood smoke throughout both neighborhoods and attracting a growing swell of Rib Fest groupies for this BBQ celebration. Guests are invited to wear their Stetsons, chaps and boots, and join the party. The menu features Suzanne’s Saint Louis-style pork ribs; braised Westholme beef brisket; spiced lamb spareribs and too-hot-to-handle chicken wings. Mouth-watering sides include coleslaw and baked beans; long-cooked collard greens; buttered corn-on-the-cob; tomato and watermelon salad; and grilled cornbread and Wonder Bread. Finish with a summery dessert of warm peach cobbler with strawberries and buttermilk ice cream. Don’t miss some foot-stomping cowboy cocktails to enhance the menu. Rib Fest is priced at $95 per guest, menu only. For information, contact A.O.C. at (310)806-6464. Guests may book online at OpenTable and securing reservations by credit card; cancellation without penalty accepted within 72 hour-notice. Rib Fest at A.O.C. Brentwood is served from 4-9 p.m. for one night only. A.O.C. Brentwood is located at 11648 San Vicente Blvd.

OAKLAND -- The Port of Oakland plan to expand the Oakland International Airport has drawn significant criticism from local scientists.That plan includes modernizing existing terminals and constructing a third terminal with 16 additional gates to accommodate projected increases in air travel. Paul English, a member of the Scientist Rebellion, has raised red flags about the potential health and environmental impacts of an expansion."The airport plan expansion will increase emissions and there's a very vulnerable community in east Oakland that's right adjacent to the airport that has very high rates of asthma, including emergency visits and hospitalizations and high rates of...

There’s a none-too-subtle humble-brag in this West Coast show by The Second City. After their first proper sketch, the six cast members address the audience. Not to introduce themselves, mind you, but to boast of the company’s starry alumni: Gilda Radner, Tim Meadows, Chris Farley. It’s to let all assembled know exactly why these unknowns are now gracing the larger stage of one of the most important theaters in the US: We audience members are supposed to see The Next Big Thing.