🌱 Patch AM: What inspectors found before Concord’s Huckleberry’s finally reopened

Spotted on the Concord calendar: BayArea's Grand Ganesh Festival 2026 - Ganpati Bappa Morya! Join East Bay Ka Raja in San Ramon

🌱 Patch AM: Concord’s Scrubs & Beyond store is closing—see what that means locally.

Make time for BayArea's Grand Ganesh Festival 2026 - Ganpati Bappa Morya! Join East Bay Ka Raja in San Ramon on the Concord Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Which nearby Petco will stay open for Concord pet owners?

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East Bay Magnitude 3.0 Earthquake Strikes Near Brentwood

The quake struck at about 6:47 a.m. about six miles southwest of Brentwood.

2 Student Athletes Killed In Overnight East Bay Crash 1 Day After Deadly Hit-And-Runs

Two student athletes were killed, two hurt, while separate hit-and-runs also left two pedestrians badly injured this weekend in the East Bay

🌱 Patch AM: Community Concern for Cats Calendar Photo Contest Fundraiser and 7 more events

Coming up on the Concord Patch calendar: Free Seminar

U.S. Coast Guard Searches For Owner Of Empty Boat

The boat was found with the engine off, a stereo playing, keys on board, and a cell phone inside.

🌱 Patch AM: Which Concord streets saw burglaries and arrests this past week?

And on the Concord Patch calendar - Contra Costa Vintage Market Lafayette CA September 2026

🌱 Patch AM: See how a recent Concord home sale stacks up countywide

Coming up on the Concord Patch calendar: Multi-family Community Garage Sale

🌱 Patch AM: How you can help RESTORE open another safe home in Concord

Coming up on the Concord Patch calendar: Concord Taco Trail Kick Off Party

Contra Costa Investigators Seek Victims In Multistate Trafficking Case

Antioch man faces multiple charges as investigators trace alleged trafficking activity involving minors across states.

Prepare Yourself For Neighborly Love And Cultural Get Down Night Market Style In Contra Costa

Dancers, global flavors, and neighborly love planned to transform Todos Santos Plaza on Sept. 11.

City Hands Data Center Details To Community Committee After Approving Development

The AVAIO data center prompts a community commission but it is unclear what impact members will have on an already approved development.

How A Convicted Killer Smuggled A Gun Into An East Bay Jail And Shot An Officer And Himself With 1 Bullet

Police acknowledge two failed searches allowed the weapon inside the East Bay department’s booking facility Thursday afternoon.

Pittsburg Police Offer New Details On Shooting Inside Police Station With Smuggled Gun

The shooting happened on Sept. 3 after officers arrived to take a suspect from a holding cell to the county jail.

Drones Above Bay Area: BART Wants To Launch Policing Drones

A 180-day pilot would patrol tracks, record audio and video, and track trespassers.

Measles Study Finds Low Vaccination Hotspots In Contra Costa County

Researchers found seven low-vaccination clusters spanning eight Bay Area counties.

Unlicensed Businesses Targeted In Contra Costa Tax Data Deal

Council members will consider renewing an information exchange with California’s Franchise Tax Board through 2029 at the Sept. 8 meeting.

Officer, Suspect Shot Inside Holding Cell In Contra Costa County: Reports

A concealed gun sparked a holding-cell struggle, hospitalizing an officer and the felony suspect Thursday.

What Concord Is Adding To Night Market Downtown

The Sept. 11 event will feature performances, food vendors, children’s activities, music, and local artisans.

Trades In The Bay Area Implementing AI To Optimize Service Calls

It's an ordinary summer day for David Gharamany, the senior technician at the Art of Comfort, an HVAC contractor.

Mobile Unit Serving Unhoused Residents Unveiled In Contra Costa

The city-funded vehicle will deliver meals and support Concord’s weekly Mobile Dignity Center for residents.

Record Labor Day Gas Prices Projected: What Concord Motorists Should Know

Record Labor Day Gas Prices Expected: Where To Find Cheapest Gas In Concord

League Presses County For ICE Non-Cooperation Ordinance

Advocates maintain Concord vigils while league members prepare for a Sept. 8 county ordinance discussion.

These Oktoberfests Will Raise The First Stein In Contra Costa

Two Contra Costa celebrations promise German beer, music, and surprises, but one starts the season weeks earlier.

Concord Market Burns In Overnight Friday Fire: Report

Fire crews responded before dawn Friday to a Concord market, with injuries and damage still unknown.

Contra Costa Sheriff Defends Limited ICE Information Sharing

Supervisors will weigh a sanctuary policy as Sheriff David Livingston defends limited cooperation with federal immigration officials.

Strong-Armed Jewelry Robbery Suspects Found In Concord Using Flock Surveillance Network

San José police say three suspects targeted elderly victims for gold jewelry across multiple incidents.

Private Equity Pet Hospital Investors Expand In Contra Costa

The acquisition brings a nearly five-decade-old veterinary hospital into VetnCare’s growing Northern California network.

Million-Dollar Security Deal For Autonomous Cars At Concord Base Approved

Driverless-car testing will continue behind guarded gates while Concord pursues its massive long-delayed redevelopment plans ahead.

Regulators Find Chevron Richmond Refinery Emissions Have Elevated Risks For Cancer, Other Health Effects

According to the report, most of the cancer risk - 74% - comes from a single pollutant called benzo[a]pyrene.

Concord Weighs Million-Dollar Security Deal At Base

The contract would guard the former naval weapons station as Concord advances its redevelopment plans.

Raley’s Shutters Contra Costa Store Amid Wider Bay Area Move

The grocery company will shutter stores in Brentwood, Elko, and Petaluma, while denying broader downsizing plans.

COVID Rates Increase In Contra Costa According To CA Health Officials

State health officials urge vaccinations and other precautions as COVID-19 infections increase across California again.

Man Sentenced In East Bay Rapper Killing: Report

A jury convicted Jesus Soto of voluntary manslaughter in the 2025 shooting of Richard Morello Jr.

Contra Costa Sheriff Names New Brass

Charlene Jacquez will oversee personnel, finance, professional standards, recruiting, and training as the county’s assistant sheriff.

Philz Coffee Opens New Contra Costa Location Wednesday

The coffee chain will open its 84th location Wednesday at Concord’s redeveloped Willows Shopping Center.

Contra Costa Charities Team Up For Bocce

September tournament will raise money for meals, clothing, shelter support, and medical care.

Pedestrian Suffers Serious Injuries In Contra Costa Crash

Police closed part of Clayton Road Tuesday after a vehicle struck and seriously injured a pedestrian.

Waymo Clears Way To Contra Costa In Key Step

Waymo inches closer to carrying passengers in more Bay Area cities after securing another key California approval.