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June 02, 2026 13:30

CalFresh Recipients and Counties Brace for Impact of New Work Requirements

New work requirements for CalFresh, California's SNAP program, took effect Monday, potentially causing hundreds of thousands of recipients to lose ben...

June 01, 2026 14:05

Contra Costa Launches $30.8 Million Smart Traffic Signal Upgrade Project

Contra Costa County is investing $30.8 million to upgrade traffic signals at approximately 365 intersections across all 19 cities and unincorporated a...

June 01, 2026 11:20

Richmond's Third Homicide of 2026: Suspect Arrested Hours After Friday Shooting

A fatal shooting in Richmond's Iron Triangle on Friday evening resulted in the city's third homicide of 2026. Police arrested a suspect within hours w...

May 31, 2026 10:56

California Chains Must Disclose Allergens by July 1

Starting July 1, larger restaurant chains in California must provide written information about major food allergens in their menu items, per Senate Bi...

May 31, 2026 10:20

Richmond Homicide Arrest Made in Under 8 Hours

Richmond Police arrested a suspect in a fatal shooting on May 29, 2026, within eight hours using ALPR technology and regional cooperation. - The shoot...

May 29, 2026 16:06

Vegetation Fire Burns Near Kirker Pass in Concord

A vegetation fire is burning in the hills between Kirker Pass and Bailey Road in Concord, Contra Costa County. - Fire reported at 2:29 PM on May 29, 2...

May 29, 2026 10:55

CCTA Launches Countywide Smart Signals Project to Modernize Traffic Across Contra Costa

The Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) has launched the Countywide Smart Signals project, a $30.8 million initiative to modernize approximat...

May 29, 2026 06:15

Chemical Tank Collapse at Washington Paper Mill Kills 11, Injures 8

A chemical tank collapse at a paper mill in Longview, Washington, killed 11 workers and injured 8. - The tank, containing over 500,000 gallons of caus...

May 28, 2026 15:35

NASCAR Legend Kyle Busch Dies at 41 from Sepsis Complications

Two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch died at 41 from sepsis caused by bacterial pneumonia. - Death certificate lists natural causes; he had ...

May 28, 2026 14:10

Invasive Pest Found on Grapevines Sold at Richmond Costco and Other Bay Area Stores

Contra Costa County officials warn about the glassy-winged sharpshooter, an invasive insect found on grapevines sold at five Costco stores, including ...

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