AC Transit to raise prices effective this summer
Some riders on Alameda and some Contra Costa buses may notice a slight pinch to their wallets as AC Transit raises the cash fare price for rides for adults, effective this summer.
Suspected intruder killed after attacking resident in Martinez home
A man was killed early Saturday morning at a home in Martinez after allegedly intruding into the residence.
Optometrist, staff fight off robbers stealing glasses at San Ramon clinic
A San Ramon optometrist and his staff fought off robbers as they tried to ransack the store.
1 rescued, 1 still missing in East Bay water rescue
One person was pulled to safety during a water rescue in the East Bay on Saturday afternoon, and crews are searching for a second person as authorities warn of dangerous surf conditions.
1 dead from Danville's 'major traffic collision'
One person was killed in a two-vehicle collision that closed Sycamore Valley Road at Camino Ramon in Danville on Saturday afternoon.
Oakland schools reveal major success in sending students college bound
The Oakland Unified School District on Wednesday announced a jump in the number of high school students completing eligibility requirements to enter California State and University colleges.
Purifiers distributed to those affected by recent Martinez refinery fire
At least 1,000 East Bay residents received air purifiers for people affected by the recent fire at the Martinez Refining Company.
Armed robbery at Concord store turns deadly
A suspect in a botched armed robbery at a Concord convenience store was shot dead by a store employee Friday night, police say.
East Bay man found guilty in murdering wife, mother-in-law
A jury has found Phuc Hong Vo guilty of murdering his 40-year-old wife Tho Ngoc Ly and his 75-year-old mother-in-law Que Thi Tran back nearly two years ago.
Victim robbed after bank withdrawal in Antioch, police say
Brentwood police are looking for three suspects who assaulted and robbed someone last week after they withdrew a "significant" amount of money from an Antioch bank.
Sutter Health to build billion-dollar medical campus in Emeryville
Sutter Health is investing $1 billion to build a new medical campus in Emeryville, which will include a flagship hospital and expanded outpatient services at two existing buildings, located at 5555 Hollis Street and 5300 Chiron Street.
Gas prices soar in California while other states fall
Though inflation is running at 3% in California year over year, Bay Area gasoline prices are up 9% and climbing for the foreseeable future. Pain at the pump is more real than you might have imagined.
125 pounds of marijuana seized during traffic stop in East Bay
Officers with the California Highway Patrol-Contra Costa division seized over 125 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop, officials said Saturday.
Contra Costa County health officials warn of refinery fire risks
Contra Costa County health officials say the community near the Martinez Refining Company was fortunate when a fire broke out earlier this month, but they are urging precautions to prevent future incidents.
Cause identified in Martinez refinery fire
A cause for the fire at the Martinez Refining Company Saturday afternoon has been identified, officials said Sunday.
Multiple injuries reported in Martinez refinery fire
At least six people were injured after a fire broke out at the Martinez Refining Company Saturday afternoon.
ICE operation reported in Concord; police insist they didn't help in any way
Federal Immigration enforcement activity occurred in Concord on Saturday, according to the Concord Police Department.
Drugs, guns seized in Concord police operation
A Concord police operation resulted in the arrests of six individuals and the seizure of illicit goods after they received numerous reports of gang-related incidents and assaults occurring at area schools, authorities said.
2nd annual 'Kindness Day' held in Oakley in honor of Alexis Gabe
The second annual Kindness Day in honor of Alexis Gabe was held at Oakley's Civic Center Park on Sunday. Gabe's family and friends gathered along with community members to honor Gabe.
Bay Area middle schoolers organize donation drive for LA wildfire relief
Two young middle schoolers in San Ramon organized a donation drive for wildfire relief victims in LA on Saturday morning.