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Huge Changes Coming to Popular Market in Pleasant Hill

PLEASANT HILL, CALIFORNIA — A popular neighborhood grocery store in Pleasant Hill is temporarily closed, but there’s good news for longtime customers: the store is preparing to reopen with a new name and another round of renovations. Pleasant Hill Market, located at 2397 Pleasant Hill Road near Gregory...

Pleasant Hill, CA · 17h

CBS Sacramento

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Man convicted in murder, shooting at Benicia officers sentenced to 146 years to life

A judge in Solano County has sentenced a man convicted of multiple felonies, including second-degree murder and attempted murder of a police officer, to over a century behind bars.

Benicia, CA · 1d

KTVU FOX 2

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Popular Japanese specialty grocer to open new downtown store in this East Bay city

PLEASANT HILL, Calif. - A highly anticipated, locally-owned Japanese grocery store is set to open another Bay Area location this month. Osaka Marketplace will open a roughly 42,000-square-foot store at 155 Crescent Plaza in the shopping and dining district of Downtown Pleasant Hill. The market features a "curated selection of...

Pleasant Hill, CA · 1d

Timeless Dishes

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5 Local Restaurants in Orinda, California Worth Adding to Your Dining List

Orinda, California, may be a small community, but its dining scene offers more variety than visitors might expect. From traditional American comfort food and freshly carved meats to Japanese cuisine, Mexican favorites, and Indian dishes, the city has options for different tastes and occasions. Some restaurants have been part of the community for decades, while... The post 5 Local Restaurants in Orinda, California Worth Adding to Your Dining List appeared first on Timeless Dishes .

Orinda, CA · 1d

San Francisco Chronicle

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This Bay Area bridge will shut down to make way for a revolution in tolling. Here’s when

A weekend closure on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge will let Caltrans install tolling equipment as it prepares to replace toll booths with cameras and sensors.

San Francisco Bay Area, CA · 1d

KRON4 News

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Double murder suspect arrested Tuesday in Vallejo

(KRON) — An 18-year-old Vallejo man has been charged with two counts of murder. Detectives identified Terrell Elbert Blutcher Jr. as the suspected gunman in fatal shootings that occurred 20 minutes apart on Oct. 6, according to the Vallejo Police Department. On the morning of Oct. 6, Vallejo officers responded to a vehicle collision and […]

Vallejo, CA · 18h

bayareatelegraph.com

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Here’s What’s Replacing Lima Restaurant in Concord

CONCORD, CALIFORNIA — One of downtown Concord’s most prominent vacant restaurant spaces is preparing for a new chapter, with a popular Bay Area Mediterranean restaurant chain moving into the former home of Lima. Sultan’s Kebab, a growing Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant group with locations across the East Bay,...

Concord, CA · 10h

hoodline.com

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Pleasant Hill Lights Up Downtown Nov. 21 With Free Tree Lighting, Santa

Downtown Pleasant Hill is getting ready to flip the switch on the holiday season. The city's annual Light Up the Night celebration returns on November 21, 2026, running from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. in downtown Pleasant Hill, with a free, family-friendly lineup that includes a tree lighting, Santa visits, live music and more, as reported by City of Pleasant Hill.

Pleasant Hill, CA · 1d

bayareatelegraph.com

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Lafayette Just Made Downtown Parking Way Cheaper

LAFAYETTE, CALIFORNIA — There’s some welcome news for anyone who’s ever found themselves frustrated by the parking situation in downtown Lafayette. The City of Lafayette has introduced a new long-term parking rate at several downtown locations, allowing drivers to park for as little as $2 and stay for an entire day for just $5.

Lafayette, CA · 1d

San Francisco Chronicle

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Man killed near Vallejo ferry terminal identified as Philadelphia grandfather

Harvey Clanton, a grandfather from Philadelphia, was fatally shot Sunday near Vallejo’s ferry terminal.

Vallejo, CA · 15h

contracosta.news

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Editorial: Apparently, Following the Rules in Brentwood Makes You a Sucker

Just when you think the Brentwood City Council can’t possibly make itself look any more ridiculous, along comes the downtown tattoo ordinance. The original idea was pretty simple: allow tattoo establishments to operate legally in downtown Brentwood. Establish reasonable regulations, create a permitting process, and give businesses an opportunity to succeed.

Brentwood, CA · 1d

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Armed Chase Ends With Pickup Slamming Into El Cerrito Senior Housing Complex

A silver BMW sedan followed a pickup truck early Sunday in San Pablo, and police say a passenger in the BMW pointed a gun at the truck's occupants before the BMW rammed it from behind, sending the pickup careening into a senior housing complex next to City Hall. Both people inside the pickup were pulled from the overturned vehicle and hospitalized in stable condition.

El Cerrito, CA · 11h

KTVU FOX 2

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4 arrests in fatal East Oakland stabbing

OAKLAND, Calif. - Four suspects were arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing after a fight in East Oakland on Monday, police said. Officers responded just after 2:15 p.m. to the 10100 block of International Boulevard, where they found a victim suffering from multiple stab wounds. The victim died at the scene.

Oakland, CA · 1d

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PRESS RELEASE: Firefighters Use Extrication Tools to Rescue Driver After Orinda Rollover

Firefighters Use Extrication Tools to Rescue Driver After Orinda Rollover. Moraga-Orinda, Calif. —On November 9, 2026, at approximately 2:53 p.m., the Moraga-Orinda Fire District responded to a single-vehicle rollover at Moraga Way and Estabueno Drive in Orinda. The first crew arrived at approximately 2:54 p.m. The response included three engine companies, a paramedic ambulance, and a battalion chief. Orinda and Moraga Police Departments assisted at the scene.

Orinda, CA · 2d

lamorindaweekly.com

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Few surprises in Contra Costa County elections

Election night in Contra Costa County was a good night for incumbents, and on most of the State measures and candidates, Contra Costa was in line with a strong democratic showing. As of Election night Contra Costa Elections had processed 280,686 ballots and as of Nov. 5 it still had...

Contra Costa County, CA · 1d

Attack of the Fanboy

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A California dad got $1,000 bail in a domestic violence case, and now he’s accused of killing his wife as their three kids reportedly saw part of it

A Northern California father is accused of fatally stabbing his wife at their home while he was free on $1,000 bail in a pending domestic violence case involving her. Thomas John Iovenitti, 40, of Concord, has been charged with murder in the death of Alisha Iovenitti, 39, according to the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office, as reported by KION . The attack happened just after 8 p.m. on October 23 at the family’s home in the 2300 block of Panoramic Drive. A 911 caller reported a disturbance between a man and a woman and said the man was armed with a knife. Officers tried several times to reach someone inside before forcing their way in, and they found both Alisha and Thomas Iovenitti with stab wounds. Paramedics tried to save Alisha, but she was pronounced dead at the scene. Thomas Iovenitti was taken to a local hospital, and authorities have not described the extent of his injuries. The couple’s three children, nine-year-old twins and a 10-year-old son, were in the home, and authorities believe they witnessed part of the attack, according to The Mercury News. Prosecutors say they objected when a judge set his bail at $1,000 Iovenitti had

Concord, CA · 1d

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Contra Costa Election Update: Winners Begin to Emerge

Motts – 51.00% (2,791) Torres-Walker – 49.00% (2,682) It should be noted that on election night, Motts held a 331-vote lead. Dena Acosta Beere continues to close the gap on Robyn Kuslits as just 32 votes separate the two. On Friday, Kuslits held a 48-vote lead. Seta has fallen behind by 225 votes.

Contra Costa County, CA · 1d

San Francisco Chronicle

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I-580 lanes closed after vehicle overturns in Richmond

A driver was injured Wednesday evening after overturning on Interstate 580 in Richmond, leaving a portion of the freeway shutdown, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Richmond, CA · 7h

KRON4

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Latest Bay Area city considering data center ban amid backlash

(KRON) — Fairfield city officials could vote to hit pause on data center development Tuesday after calling a special meeting. “Over the past few months, the public has provided comments to the council raising concerns about the impact of data centers on health, safety, and welfare of the community,” Fairfield City Manager David Gassaway said.

Fairfield, CA · 1d

SFGate

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Vallejo: Housing Authority Reopens After Outcry

The Vallejo Housing Authority reopened to the public Monday following months of complaints from Section 8 voucher holders and landlords. Friends of SFGATE enjoy ad-free reading and more in our new app. The city announced Monday that the agency's lobby, located at 200 Georgia St. across from City Hall, is...

Vallejo, CA · 1d