‘Treacherous’ Pacifica waves sweep two people away, one still missing
Large waves along the coast in Pacifica swept away two victims on Tuesday, according to the North County Fire Authority. One victim was rescued and …
Police make arrests after traffic stop turns up catalytic converters, saws, meth
Two Oakland men were arrested after a traffic stop Tuesday afternoon turned up four catalytic converters, El Cerrito police said. Officers pulled over the Ford …
Two tight council races in Santa Clara County head to recount after certification
One vote really does matter — at least it does in Santa Clara County. Now that election results have been certified, county officials have pursued …
State reverses course, allows outdoor playgrounds to reopen under stay-at-home order
California public health officials have backtracked on a decision to close outdoor playgrounds under the state’s stay-at-home order announced Thursday. Parents, state and local officials …
Pipeline shut down for underground spill cleanup, investigation underway
An underground gasoline spill discovered in Walnut Creek last month is prompting a cleanup effort and investigation by several agencies. Kinder Morgan, the pipeline operator, …