Oil spill reported in Richmond Wharf

The U.S. Coast Guard and State officials are investigating an oil spill into the Richmond Wharf that occurred early Thursday.

Brentwood City Council approves ban on new car washes

The Brentwood City Council on Tuesday approved a ban on short-term rentals and the development of new car washes, but decided to table a conversation on banning new gas stations for a later date.

Concord Library explores self-service option

Everyone's familiar with self-checkout at the grocery store, self-service at gas stations and ATMs, and now, self-service is entering the picture at the Concord Library.

Richmond sideshow ends with impounded cars, arrests

A sideshow in Richmond with hundreds of participants and dozens of cars blocking the streets ended with the arrests of nine people and impoundment of four cars, police said Saturday.

Live 2024 Election Results: Contra Costa County

Voters in Contra Costa County are casting ballots for the next mayor in Brentwood, city council seats in Walnut Creek and many others. Here are the latest election results.

Bay Area reacts to Donald Trump's presidential win

“I believe that Donald Trump will drive us forward for a better economy for all Americans," Republican Kadin True said. “That's what I'm excited about. Less money going to gas, going to taxes. What I care about is what's in my wallet."

PG&E notifies thousands of possible power shutoffs

PG&E is preparing for some possible planned power shutoffs, as early as tonight, in 6 Bay Area counties and 17 counties in its service territory.  Though the shutoff will affect on 22,000 of PG&E's 5.5 million electric customers, many often tell me they are tired of it.

Pittsburg artist gives back after star-studded career

Before you even get in the doors at the senior art therapy class at the Pittsburg Community Center, you can hear the laughter and the applause, as art teacher Ronald Mcdowell praises and gushes over the work of his students.