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Sheriff's office releases video of Danville police fatal shooting
The video shows Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Deputy Andrew Hall shooting 33-year-old Newark resident Laudemer Arboleda... Last comment 7 hours ago | 47 comments

Election 2020: Candidate list for March primary solidified
The primary election candidate list is finalized as the nomination deadline to qualify for the March 2020 ballot passed on... Last comment 19 hours ago | 6 comments

San Ramon council to review potential uses for old Mudd's restaurant property
The San Ramon City Council is set to discuss potential uses for the former Mudd’s restaurant property during its regular... Last comment on Dec 11, 2019 at 10:11 pm | 4 comments

Danville: Former fire battalion chief accused of falsifying payroll records
A former Contra Costa County Fire Protection District battalion chief from Danville has been charged with 12 felonies for... Last comment on Dec 9, 2019 at 5:37 pm | 6 comments

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Officials ID student responsible for graffiti threat at Windemere Ranch
The student responsible for writing graffiti threatening mass violence at Windemere Ranch Middle School in San Ramon has been identified, according to San Ramon Valley Unified School District officials. Thursday, 10:22 PM | 2 comments

Bamboo Sushi opens first California location in City Center Bishop Ranch
Sushi lovers rejoice, as the Portland-based Bamboo Sushi has officially opened its doors in San Ramon's City Center Bishop Ranch. Thursday, 4:03 PM

Zafar selected to serve as San Ramon vice mayor for 2020
The San Ramon City Council has a new second-in-command with the recent announcement that first-term Councilwoman Sabina Zafar has been selected by her colleagues to serve as mayor pro tempore (or vice mayor) for the coming year. Thursday, 3:25 PM

County supervisors select operators to apply to operate cannabis businesses
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday selected four prospective operators of storefront retail marijuana dispensaries, and seven hopeful operators of cannabis cultivation businesses to move forward. Thursday, 3:26 PM

News Digest: 'Cocoa with Your Congressman' & Local DUI checkpoints
U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Livermore) is scheduled to meet with constituents in his district during a "Cocoa with Your Congressman" event this weekend in downtown Pleasanton. Thursday, 10:24 PM | 1 comments

Danville resident pleads to fraud charges related to airline ticket sales
Two operators of a discount travel agency could spend up to a year in jail after they pleaded no contest Tuesday to two felony charges related to an alleged consumer fraud case, according to the San Mateo County DA's Office. Wednesday, 2:44 PM

San Ramon man among trio sentenced in document fraud scheme
Three East Bay residents have been sentenced in federal court in Oakland to terms ranging from home confinement to three years in prison for their roles in a scheme to sell fraudulent financial guarantee documents. Thursday, 1:22 PM

San Ramon Valley High senior wins 2019 Pete Villa Award
The Rotary Club of Danville has selected San Ramon Valley High School senior ​Colin Moroney as the recipient of its 23rd annual Pete Villa Award, recognizing the teen for his outstanding athletic ability and effort. Wednesday, 2:39 PM

Holiday shows: 'Winter Wonderland' in song at San Ramon church, 'Frozen Jr.' opening at Amador Theater
Holiday-themed performances abound in the Tri-Valley. Check out the variety on the schedule at local theaters and show venues in the coming days. Wednesday, 11:54 AM

Election 2020: Candidate list for March primary solidified
The primary election candidate list is finalized as the nomination deadline to qualify for the March 2020 ballot passed on Friday. Tuesday, 8:36 AM | 6 comments

Sheriff's office releases video of Danville police fatal shooting
The video shows Contra Costa County Sheriff's Deputy Andrew Hall shooting 33-year-old Newark resident Laudemer Arboleda to death at close range while Arboleda was attempting to evade police in his car near downtown Danville in 2018. Monday, 12:10 PM | 47 comments

Concord pair arrested in connection with package thefts in Danville
Two Concord residents were arrested Monday after a package theft in Danville was caught on the home's doorbell camera that helped lead investigators to the suspects' vehicle, police said. Tuesday, 1:39 PM | 1 comments

Danville: Former fire battalion chief accused of falsifying payroll records
A former Contra Costa County Fire Protection District battalion chief from Danville has been charged with 12 felonies for allegedly giving himself extra vacation days and overtime by falsifying payroll records. Sunday, 6:34 PM | 6 comments

Stepper unanimously selected to serve as mayor of Danville for 2020
Longtime town councilwoman Karen Stepper was named mayor of Danville for the fourth time on Tuesday, after her fellow council members unanimously selected her to hold the position for the coming year. Wednesday, 3:13 PM | 8 comments