Contra Costa County acquired Helopods to improve wildfire defense, providing quick water access for helicopters and enhancing firefighting efficiency.

A historic Oakland mural depicting Ohlone Native Americans is under threat of being painted over due to complaints about its nudity, sparking local debate on its cultural and educational value.

Firefighters in San Leandro battled a house fire affecting two homes, with no reported injuries. PG&E addressed downed power lines, and the fire cause is under investigation.

The Pittsburg Police Department honors the service of Jager, a retired K9, who passed away after seven years of service and numerous contributions to public safety.

The Vacaville Police Department highlights unsolved missing persons cases in California, including Luther Harris and Teresa Wismer-McKinley, and requests public assistance.

Concord police were cleared of criminal liability by the Contra Costa District Attorney in the fatal shooting of Nathan Lee Keesler, who had been attacking his father.

Children's Fairyland in Oakland is preparing for its 75th anniversary on Labor Day with a parade, a new bilingual puppet show, and various performances and activities.

Pleasant Hill Police arrested Quinne McKinnon for narcotics with intent to distribute, finding more drugs and firearms at his home afterward. No additional arrests have been made.

The physicist behind the world's first successful fusion ignition experiment just partnered with the tech entrepreneur who built Twilio into a $4 billion empire. Their new Bay Area company aims to turn Lawrence Livermore's groundbreaking laser fusion into commercial power plants within a decade.

Oakland Police Department steps up actions against illegal sideshows, towing nearly 130 vehicles this year, targeting participants including those not immediately caught during the events.

Police responded to a shooting in Oakley, apprehending suspect Tanginoa Tangi after a vehicle pursuit involving multiple agencies and spike strips. The victim was hospitalized; police seek community surveillance footage for the investigation.

The Fremont Police Department is searching for 79-year-old Eddy Chan, who has dementia and went missing in Fremont near I-880 and Alvarado Blvd. He was last seen wearing a dark vest, blue jeans, and glasses.

The Contra Costa Sheriff's Office commemorated the second anniversary of Daniella Avila's unsolved homicide, urging the public to provide information.