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Bay Area Health Officials Issue Tips for Safer Holidays and Travel

Fact Sheet offers guidelines on protecting yourself and others from COVID-19

Health Officers from the Counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz, and the city of Berkeley today issued joint guidelines for staying safe during the holidays. The fact sheet covers gatherings and travel, with recommended steps to reduce risk.

“With cases rising around the country,…

The California Highway Patrol have shut down several lanes of westbound Highway 4 at McEwen Road after a gravel spill occurred around 4:46 am Monday.

According to CHP, by 4:53 am, they reported all lanes were blocked and a SIGALERT was issued as debris were in the roadway. By 5:15 am, the No. 1 lane was reopened.

By 6:39 am, a CALTRANS sweeper that was on scene broke and a new one was requested.

D…

Pfizer and BioNTech Announce Vaccine Candidate Against COVID-19 Achieved Success

Vaccine candidate was found to be more than 90% effective in preventing COVID-19 in participants without evidence of prior SARS-CoV-2 infection in the first interim efficacy analysis

Analysis evaluated 94 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in trial participants

Study enrolled 43,538 participants, with 42% having diverse backgrounds, and no serious safety concerns have been observed; Safety and…

On Tuesday, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will discuss establishing a County Office of Racial Equity and Social Justice while also launching a Community Planning Process.

Supervisors Federal Glover and John Gioia, along with Donté Blue (Office of Reentry and Justice), Health Services, and Myra Chow (San Francisco Foundation) will present the plan regarding history of racial equity…

Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors Honors Veterans and Invites You to Veterans Day Celebration

Contra Costa County’s Board of Supervisors honors veterans and invites the community to a virtual live-stream of our Annual Veterans Day Celebration on Tuesday, November 10, 2020, at 11:00 am.

The Social Distancing Order of September 14 prevents a public gathering to ensure public safety.

The keynote speaker is a Vietnam Veteran and Purple Heart recipient, Congressman Mike Thompson. Thompson…

SACRAMENTO – Assemblymember Jim Frazier, D-Fairfied, honored Pittsburg resident and United States Air Force Senior Airman Archie Smith (Retired) as Assembly District 11’s 2020 Veteran of the Year.

“One of the best things I get to do every year is name the 11th AD Veteran of the Year to highlight the military service and contributions of a veteran resident of our district,” Frazier said. “Archie…

Brentwood: 13-Year-Old Airlifted to Hospital After Dirt Bike Crash

On Sunday, the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District responded to the Diablo MX Ranch on Camino Diablo for a report of a dirt bike crash.

The incident occurred at 1:00 pm where a 13-year-old was down in the parking lot with traumatic injuries and a possible loss of consciousness.  No other injuries were reported.

A medical helicopter was requested and she was transported to Children’s…

The following is a sampling of the Antioch Police Calls over the past week reported between October 25-31 which focuses on the higher priority call responses.

Assault

10/25 – Carla Ct & Kendree St.

10/25 – Gentrytown & Avila Pl. (PC 245)

10/26 – Lemontree & Sycamore (PC 245)

10/27 – Sand Creek & Deer Valley

10/27 – Lone Tree & Hillcrest (PC 245)

10/28 – Sand Creek & Deer Valley

10/28 – Mahogany…

Byron: Two Escape With No Injuries After Plane Crash

A pilot and its passenger escaped with minor injuries after a plane crash that occurred on Friday, Nov. 6 at approximately 12:25 pm.

According to preliminary information, there was a report of an airplane crash at the Byron Airport with a plane on fire. However, after a pilot made an emergency landing, there was only smoke and no fire.

According to the county, the aircraft, which is based at the…

The Brentwood Police Department confirmed Saturday that two arrest have occurred over two days in separate protests which were sparked by a man who hung an effigy, which featured a mannequin hanging from a rope with “Sleepy Joe (Cheater)” on a cardboard sign across the mannequin’s chest.

Fridays protest resulted in several businesses boring up their windows in anticipation that the protest may…

Martinez, CA— This week’s election results saw a wide majority of county voters vote in support of Measure X. As of the 5pm on November 6, 58% of ballots counted were in favor of the measure. The 0.5% general sales tax is intended to fund services that county residents most need.

Following the latest results, County Supervisor John Gioia remarked,“Recent firestorms and health impacts from…

Oct. 25-31: Pittsburg Police Calls

The following is a sampling of the Pittsburg Police Calls over the past week reported between October 25-31 which focuses on the higher priority call responses.

  Arson

10/28 – 200 block East 8th Street

  Assault w/Deadly Weapon

10/29 – 200 block Calistoga Dr.

10/30 – Power Ave & Andrew Ave.

  Battery

10/27 – San Marco & EB SR 4

10/31 – 400 block Central Ave.

10/31 – 1000 block Power Ave.

10/31 –…

The following are election results for Contra Costa County. This includes Measure X, along with City Council, School Districts and Special Districts.

Results reported as Nov. 6 at 3:49 pm.

   Contra Costa County Measure X

Yes – 58.26% (276,207)

No – 41.74% (197,895)

  Contra Costa County Supervisor, District 5

Federal Glover – 65.99%

Gus Kramer – 34.01%

  Antioch Mayor

Lamar Thorpe – 44.31%…

Brentwood Police Arrest Man in Shooting on Anderson Lane

On November 7, 2020 at 9:40 P.M. Brentwood Police officers were dispatched to the 700 block of Anderson Avenue for a report of a shooting in the area.

According to police, preliminary information revealed that the suspect (20 year old male – Brentwood) was involved in a dispute with his girlfriend (20 year old female – Brentwood).

A neighbor (41 year old male – Brentwood) attempted to assist the…

Brentwood Protesters Graffiti Donald Trump Supporters Home

In Brentwood, a home that displayed American flags, Donald Trump signs and a hanging mannequin depicting Joe Biden with the name “Sleepy Joe” from his roof in a noose prompted protesters to respond Thursday afternoon.

The incident, earlier in the day prompted a response from Brentwood Police just after 8:00 am Thursday to the home on Craig Ct to investigate the mannequin hanging from the roof.

Pe…

State Board of Education Approves Shorter Standardized Tests to Give Schools Flexibility Amidst COVID-19 Uncertainties

SACRAMENTO— The State Board of Education on Thursday unanimously approved the use of shorter standardized tests in English language arts and math this spring, creating a path for collecting critical student data amidst COVID-19 uncertainties.

The Board’s action also recognizes the need for innovative solutions to support students, schools and districts as they confront myriad challenges…

Brentwood: Mother Charged in Death of 2-Year-Old Son

On Wednesday, the Brentwood Police Department announced that arrest of Genesis Barrera-Galdamez in connection with the death of her 2-year-old son on Sept. 20.

According to police, on Sept. 20, 2020 at around 2:54 am, officers responded to a residence in the 50 block of Havenwood Ave to investigate a report of an unresponsive 2-year-old child, later identified as Jasani Kerry. His mother, Genesis…