🌱 Patch AM: See how Northgate and Las Lomas rushers rank across NCS D3

Also check out You're Invited! Poet's Corner Estate Sale on the Walnut Creek Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: How did Walnut Creek’s tiniest pizza shop spark a statewide empire?

Coming up on the Walnut Creek Patch calendar: You're Invited! Poet's Corner Estate Sale

PG&E Power Shutoffs: Is Walnut Creek Affected?

Thousands face potential power shutoffs amid wildfire danger. Here's how to check your address and find local resources.

🌱 Patch AM: Diablo Improv Festival! and 9 more events

And check out 2026 November Ballot Measures – Pros and Cons on the Walnut Creek Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Where to meet adorable adoptable kittens in Walnut Creek this weekend.

Spotted on the Walnut Creek calendar: Music from the Shadows

🌱 Patch AM: How strong is Walnut Creek’s hospital when seconds really matter?

Make time for Music from the Shadows on the Walnut Creek Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Coldwell Banker Dog Adoption Event! and 9 more events

And on the Walnut Creek Patch calendar - Contra Costa Vintage Market: Halloween Edition

🌱 Patch AM: Walnut Creek Voter Guide 2026: What's On The Ballot, Voting, & More

Coming up on the Walnut Creek Patch calendar: A Personalized Approach To a Blood Sugar Reset with the Murali Protocol

Google Launches Gemini AI Workplace Agent That Can Write Code And Run Tasks, Company Says

Gemini can write and run code, create images and media and integrate with Google products like Gmail, Docs, Drive, and Sheets.

Most Large U.S. College Campuses Report At Least 2 Sexual Assaults A Year. Experts Say The Data Undercounts Victimization.

More than 80% of the largest four-year colleges and universities reported incidents of rape or fondling at least twice a year, on average.

Walnut Creek Voter Guide 2026: What's On The Ballot, Voting, & More

From where to cast an early ballot to deciding on local and statewide candidates — here’s your Walnut Creek voter guide.

4-Bedroom Home Under $300K In Walnut Creek

Eligible first-time buyers must meet household income limits and have sufficient funds for the purchase.

Voting Starts Now: Contra Costa Ballots Are In The Mail

Election officials mailed ballots Monday, allowing voters to cast votes before the November general election.

Leslie's Pool Supplies To Close Walnut Creek Store Amid Bankruptcy

The California-born retail giant is closing 26 California stores as part of a nationwide restructuring plan.

Oprah’s Book Club Favorite Wins Contra Costa Pick For 2026

“The Girls Who Grew Big” follows a fierce, tight-knit group of outcast teenage mothers who nickname themselves "The Girls."

Former Pilot, Woman Convicted In Sex Abuse Case Should Face 230 Years To Life: Contra Costa Jury

Both defendants face up to 230 years to life for repeatedly sexually abusing a girl.

Family-Friendly Bike Shop Closes, Teams Up With Walnut Creek Store

A family shop combines operations with a Walnut Creek-based independent store, which will honor service histories and warranties.

SUV Hits PG&E Pole, Expect Walnut Creek Roadway Lane Shut Down

A commute-hour crash still has parts of a Walnut Creek roadway closed down until midnight.

Meals on Wheels Diablo Region Announces New Court Accompaniment Program

The Court Accompaniment Program provides emotional support for seniors navigating ongoing legal issues.

Shooting At Contra Costa BART Transfer Platform Injures 3: Report

Police arrested one suspect after an argument erupted into gunfire, disrupting service during the evening Monday commute.

Sur La Table Plans Contra Costa Return

The kitchenware retailer lists an address and a late-fall opening, four years after closing.

Walnut Creek Teachers Association Endorses Aileen Ong for Walnut Creek School District Governing Board

Teachers endorse Aileen Ong for WCSD board, citing her collaborative approach and commitment to listening to educators and families.

Costly Gas Prices Hits Contra Costa Animal Rescue

Joybound says fuel costs add hundreds of dollars monthly to vehicles serving Contra Costa pets.

Bay Area Homebuyers Weigh Higher Mortgage Rates As Real Estate Market Shifts

"We're looking for some place that has a little space between neighbors and has a nice nature feel," homebuyer Mary D'Orazi said.

Future Walnut Creek Plans Community '2050' Meeting Agenda

A September workshop will gather public priorities for housing, jobs, recreation, services, safety, and sustainability.

Kaiser Permanente Northern California health plans among the best in the nation

Kaiser Permanente Northern California’s Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial health plans are rated highest in CA for overall quality of care

Closing Soon, Pet Store Shuts Down After Decade In Contra Costa

The Ygnacio Valley Road store will close Sept. 21, while two nearby locations remain open.

Alcohol Giant Pays $12.5M In Bribery Case That Exposed Corruption On Contra Costa Grocery Shelves

Luxury trips, designer goods, gift cards, and casino chips helped fuel the sprawling federal case.

Investigators Seeking Victims In Contra Costa Human Trafficking Case

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

Line Dancing Nights In Walnut Creek Come With Lessons And Bourbon

Bourbon Highway pairs live country music, line-dancing lessons, karaoke, whiskey, and made-from-scratch food every Friday.

BART Wants To Launch Policing Drones In East Bay Stations

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

Oil Prices Could Hit $120, Analysis Finds, As Americans Absorb $100 Billion Fuel Hit

The investment bank's forecast implies a roughly 20% increase in the cost of Brent crude which is trading at nearly $100 a barrel.

Local Author Patricia Mousa Jordan Turns Family Memories Into a Published Memoir

My Palestinian American Life explores family, identity, tradition, and the experience of growing up between two cultures.

SFO Runway Work, FAA Restrictions Keep Flight Delays Ongoing

When the project began in March, SFO had estimated that about 15% of flights would be delayed.

Walnut Creek City Council Gets Major Pay Increase

Council members approved a $950 monthly increase, their first compensation adjustment in nearly 25 years.

San Francisco Unveils Alioto's Plaza At Fisherman's Wharf Where Iconic Restaurant Once Stood

The new plaza includes picnic tables and features a postcard view of the wharf with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background.

Paw-rade, Costumes, Furry Friend Adoptions Return To Downtown Walnut Creek

The 26th annual event brings live music, adoptable animals, a Paw-rade, and costume contest downtown.

Record Labor Day Gas Prices Projected: What Walnut Creek Motorists Should Know

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

These Oktoberfests Will Raise The First Stein And Pretzel In Walnut Creek, Concord

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

Fashion Brand Opening New Store In Contra Costa

The Walnut Creek fashion brand VICI will celebrate its 2,200-square-foot store with Sept. 12 grand opening.