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On the night of November 16, 2023, CHP officers reported a fatality in a vehicle versus pedestrian collision that occurred on State Route 4 in Contra Costa County. The incident occurred shortly after 11:40 p.m. on SR-4 close to Newport Drive in Discovery Bay, officials said. Details on the Pedestrian...

Contra Costa County Sheriff-Coroner David Livingston will hold an inquest Friday into the death of a Pittsburg woman who was killed in Antioch when she crashed on an on-ramp to state Highway 4 while fleeing from CHP officers in February. The Sheriff's Office holds an inquest anytime law enforcement is involved in a fatal incident in Contra Costa County. Elsy Zapien-Vasquez, 31, was being pursued by the CHP on Feb. 8 when she crashed her gray Saturn SUV into a tanker truck on the Contra Loma Boulevard on-ramp after exiting the freeway, running a light, and trying to re-enter the freeway. A CHP unit tried pulling Zapien-Vasquez over about 13 miles to the west, near Bailey Road on Highway 4. The inquest will convene at 9 a.m. Friday at the Wakefield Taylor Courthouse, Department 3, Room 312, 725 Court St., Martinez. A jury at the inquest will hear the facts of the case deliberate before finding the manner of death. The inquest is open to the public. 

In this article, we're exploring four fantastic barbeque spots in Brentwood. Have you had the chance to taste their mouthwatering offerings yet? If the answer is yes, we'd love to hear your thoughts! Please share your experiences in the comments section below.

A 40-year-old woman has pleaded not guilty to felony vehicular manslaughter for allegedly causing a head-on crash that killed another driver in South San Francisco last week, prosecutors said Tuesday. Cherise Nicole Shanta Wafer, an Antioch resident, is accused of causing the crash that killed 56-year-old Daly City resident Kham Ky Lam on Airport Boulevard early on the morning of Nov. 21, according to the San Mateo County District Attorney's Office. Prosecutors said Wafer has a history of mental illness and was speeding on the wrong side of the road and went through at least two intersections with traffic lights before the head-on collision occurred. After the crash, Wafer allegedly walked into a nearby Denny's restaurant and asked for a glass of water while not mentioning anything about the collision or asking police to be called. Officers eventually arrived and she allegedly gave multiple inconsistent and bizarre statements to them, prosecutors said. She was arraigned Monday and entered the not guilty plea. She will return to court on Dec. 7 for a preliminary hearing and remains in custody on $50,000 bail. 

Contra Costa County residents can now access 24/7 behavioral health crisis care due to the expansion of Contra Costa Health’s A3 program. From December 1, 2023, the A3 Miles Hall Crisis Call Center will offer immediate support for behavioral health, mental health, and substance use crises. The service is accessible by phone, with an in-person team available for further assistance if needed.

TRACY, Calif. — The Tracy City Center Association is organizing its annual Parade of Lights Saturday starting at 6 p.m. Organizers say the parade begins on 10th Street and B Street, ending on 6th Street and Central Avenue in Tracy. Following the parade is the Tree Lighting Ceremony in...

In recent years, the United States has seen a worrying increase in crime rates, particularly in some urban regions. This trend has brought public safety to the forefront of national discourse as communities grapple with the realities of increased violence and property crime.

On patrol in the 24/680 and meeting folks unfazed by the weather, talking with readers either hunkered down at home or risking exposure to the elements. We’ll be Flashing any stories that develop. It’s feeling a little burglar-ish out there…

• A man was shot and killed in Stockton, California. • The incident occurred after 2 a.m. on the 3900 block of North Pershing Avenue. • The victim was a 26-year-old man who died from his injuries.

A search warrant that triggered a raid on Stockton Unified School District’s board president was unsealed this week, revealing for the first time what deputies were looking for when they showed up at her door the morning of Nov. 14.  The search — and the underlying investigation detailed in the newly-unsealed documents — targeted alleged misuse of a school district credit card by Board President AngelAnn Flores, and other alleged misconduct. ...

STOCKTON, Calif. — Several people in the north Stockton area are worried and fearful of a homeless encampment that they say is risking their safety. The encampment is located off of Trinity Parkway. “The rampant homelessness. The shady people, the animals, the dogs. Big dogs. That’s what stopped me...

Rosemary Orozco says there will be coastal advisories in Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin and San Francisco counties. Rain is in the forecast for Wednesday.

Every Father's Day weekend, the quaint town of Isleton, California, erupts in a symphony of scents, flavors, and sounds with its renowned Crawdad Festival. This year, the event promises an even more special experience as it falls on June 17th and 18th, 2023, coinciding with the town's centennial celebration. A tribute to its sister city, Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, the festival is a feast for the senses, with over 22,000 pounds of crawfish and a menu featuring Southern BBQ, gumbo, and more, drawing thousands to Main Street for a delectable and spirited fête.

In this piece, we're exploring five exceptional bakeries in Antioch. Have you had the pleasure of visiting any of them yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below!

On Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023, at 11:42pm, CHP Contra Costa was advised of a vehicle vs. pedestrian crash on Highway 4 near Newport Drive in Discovery Bay. An unknown vehicle traveling westbound on Highway 4 struck a pedestrian and the driver of the suspect vehicle did not stop and fled the scene. The pedestrian sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene by emergency medical personnel.

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Step into the shoes of an early California pioneer and experience a thrilling journey through the wild frontier of Eastern Costa County. The Brentwood Community Center is set to host an illuminating film on the life of Doctor John Marsh, a significant figure in the promotion of California statehood.

Here’s how long the freezing temperatures will last.

Interested in adding a furry friend to your family? Even if you're just keen on viewing some of the cute critters available for adoption nearby, there are ample pets waiting for their forever homes in animal shelters throughout and around stockton.

On Tuesday, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors are set to receive a report on Measure X project updates. The update will provide an overview of the budget allocations along with status reports as Measure X is a 20-year, half-cent sales tax which was approved by voters in the 2020 election and began in April 2021.