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Grand Jury Finds Evidence Antioch City Council Committed Brown Act Violations
On Tuesday, the Contra Costa County Grand Jury confirmed what many have said is going on with the majority City Council for years. Under the leadership of Mayor Lamar Thorpe, along with Mayor Pro Tem Monica Wilson and Councilwoman Tamisha Torres-Walker, the Grand Jury found Brown Act Violations have likely occurred, the council has overstepped its authority, and the city has a hiring and retention problem.
Officials impose alcohol ban on the American River during long Fourth of July weekend
Sacramento County officials have banned alcohol on the lower American River and Sherman Island over the 4th of July holiday weekend, and are reminding the public to wear life jackets when entering any waterway, with free life jacket loan stations available.
Manteca police will use fleet of drones to crack down on illegal fireworks
MANTECA — The Manteca Police Department is using seven high-tech drones on the Fourth of July to try and crack down on anyone using illegal fireworks within city limits.Last year, the department used two drones, but now there will be more than three times that many being the eyes in the sky for any illegal fireworks popping off."It teaches people, when you used to go outside and look left and look right, now you have to look up, and decide, maybe illegal fireworks aren't good anymore and dispose of them," said Manteca Police Sergeant Steve Beermann.The drones fly up to...
Woman killed in robbery attempt at Fashion Island in Newport Beach
One person was found dead after authorities responded to reports of shots fired at the Fashion Island shopping mall in Newport Beach. Authorities later determined the victim had been struck and killed by a getaway car in an attempted robbery. Update: Woman killed in robbery attempt in Newport Beach. When...
San Francisco Bay's only private island hits the real estate market
Purportedly won in a bet, the Bay Area's only private island is up for sale with an asking price of $25 million. A tour of one of Chris Lim's real estate listings in the San Francisco Bay Area requires a trip on the water. As the former president of Christie's International Real Estate, he's had his fair share of unique listings. "I've been selling real estate for 21 years. I love a really interesting challenge," he said. "A fire house, a church, a parking spot." But a $25,000,000 private island? "This is my very first," he said. Lim is the listing...
Kings draft pick Carter ready to follow in dad's NBA footsteps
SACRAMENTO – Growing up the son of a former NBA player and assistant coach gave Devin Carter access to people and places that most kids at a young age can only dream about. Carter took full advantage of it all, soaking up wisdom from Kings stars like Rajon Rondo and DeMarcus Cousins, or getting into shooting competitions with Seth Curry.
Trader Joe's in Marin County closes for structural repair work
MARIN COUNTY, Calif. (KRON) — A Trader Joe’s in Marin County is closed due to structural repair work, the City of Larkspur confirmed. The closure was initially reported Monday to be due to a sinkhole, according to NextDoor posts and a Trader Joe’s employee who spoke to KRON4. However, city officials then said on Tuesday […]
Crews battle 25-acre brush fire near Travis Air Force Base in Fairfield, CAL FIRE says
Crews battle a 25-acre brush fire near Travis Air Force Base in Solano County on Tuesday, CAL FIRE said.The wildfire dubbed the Denverton Fire started at Creed Road and Denverton Road and is 0% contained.MORE: Toll Fire burning near Calistoga: Evacuation orders downgraded to warnings, CAL FIRE saysThe CHP says Westbound Highway 12 at Denverton and Eastbound Highway12 at Scally Lane are closed due to smoke in the area.Officials are advising people to stay out of the area.If you're on the ABC7 News app, click here to watch live
Former Supermodel Loni Wilison Spotted Smoking Cigarettes on L.A. Streets 8 Years After Becoming Homeless: Photos
Former swimsuit model Loni Willison was once a big name in the modeling world, but the 37-year-old has tragically been living on and off on the streets of Los Angeles in the years following her split from ex-husband Jeremy Jackson.Willison tied the knot with the Baywatch star in 2012, but two years later, the pair called it quits following the supermodel's allegations that he'd brutally attacked her at their Hollywood home. At the time, she was allegedly left with broken ribs, scratches to her face and neck injuries. She also claimed he once tried to strangle her to death. She...
DUI checkpoint set for El Dorado Hills July 6
The California Highway Patrol has announced that its Placerville area division will be conducting a DUI checkpoint on July 6 somewhere within El Dorado Hills. “All too often members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on our local roadways by intoxicated drivers,” said Lt. Rick Hatfield, CHP Placerville commander in an agency press release.
Sacramento County sheriff hosts his first rodeo in Folsom
FOLSOM, California (KCRA) — Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper has decided to host his first sheriff’s rodeo in Folsom. Rodeo and agriculture have deep ties to Sacramento region and Cooper believes the rodeo will be a good event to showcase the rich culture. Cooper will kick the night...
Thunder Valley Casino seeks to fill over 100 positions in July job fairs
(FOX40.COM) — Thunder Valley Casino and Resort is looking to fill over 100 positions with a series of job fairs throughout July. The casino, located on 1200 Athens Avenue in Lincoln, is hosting 11 events beginning July 3 to conduct walk-in interviews for full and part-time positions in different departments. Open positions include housekeepers, housepersons, […]
Home builder helping Sutter Health bring expanded medical services to Folsom
For 40 straight days, Price Walker and his wife traveled more than an hour a day so she could receive oncology services in Roseville. The vice president with Elliott Homes is now playing a big role in bringing comprehensive oncology services just a short drive from his home in Folsom.
Newsom withdraws initiative that would duel other measure looking to reform Prop 47
There will now be only one measure on the November ballot seeking to reform California's Prop 47 after it appeared there would be dueling measures.Governor Gavin Newsom announced Tuesday the withdrawal of a democratic-backed initiative.MORE: Bay Area mayors Mahan and Breed join call for Prop 47 reform to crack down on theft, drugsCritics say the measure was weak compared to an initiative backed by business groups, which has already qualified for the ballot.It seeks to increase the penalties for certain drug offenses as well as retail theft.Approved in 2014, Prop 47 aimed to lower the prison population by reducing most drug possession offenses and thefts of property valued under $950 from felonies to misdemeanors. If you're on the ABC7 News app, click here to watch live
California offers free fishing days this summer. Find out when and where
Anyone interested in fishing in California lakes or streams can take up the hobby for free, at least for two days this summer, when the California Department of Fish and Wildlife Department waives fishing license requirements. On those free fishing days — which land on Saturday, July 6, and Saturday,...
Mega Millions ticket worth $800,000 sold in California
LOS ANGELES - As the nation awaits the winner of Mega Millions' $162 million lottery winner, someone in California may be $800,000 richer. According to California Lottery's website late Tuesday night, a ticket worth $810,362 was sold at a Chevron gas station on Diablo Road in Danville, California. The news...
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