Candidate lists were finalized for remaining San Ramon Valley local elections on the Nov. 3 ballot, as the filing extension deadline lapsed on Wednesday afternoon.

The contentious race to represent San Ramon on the City Council continues to grow, with the announcement that local resident Varun Kaushal is seeking to represent the Dougherty Valley in San Ramon's District 3.

Sitting San Ramon City Council member Scott Perkins is asking San Ramon voters to cast their ballots in favor of experience and continuity come the Nov. 3 election, and help him secure a fifth term on the council.

Local doctor Dinesh Govindarao is working to lead San Ramon into a healthier, more community conscience future, and is seeking residents' support as he seeks to win the mayor's seat during the Nov. 3 election.

As coronavirus infections and deaths rise dramatically, the Democratic governor navigates pressure to both tighten restrictions and ease up on businesses.

Danville Town Councilwoman Lisa Blackwell has confirmed that she will not be running for re-election this year, stepping away from the Town Council after serving one term.

City Councilman Dave Hudson has announced his candidacy for mayor of San Ramon, running on a platform highlighting his extensive experience and knowledge of civic governance.

Contra Costa Health Services will allow school- and club-based youth sports programs to resume as long as they are in compliance with recent state guidelines.

To promote effective and safe voting among residents, the Contra Costa County Elections Department has begun the process of sending mail-in ballots for the Nov. 3 election to every county voter.

The California Department of Agriculture is instructing residents not to open any unsolicited packets of seeds being received at their homes, according to Contra Costa County officials.

The Danville Town Council decreased the temporary downtown street closures on weekends, modifying the closure zone in response to concerns from some business owners.

Hikers in Las Trampas Regional Wilderness are welcome to enjoy the outskirts of the Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site, but otherwise the Tao House is available only online as visits are canceled due to the shelter-in-place order.

Both 2020-21 Contra Costa County Teacher of the Year winners are from SRVUSD: Courtney Konopacky (Stone Valley) & Sarah Clancy (Live Oak).