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Supreme Court overturns federal abortion rightsThe Supreme Court reversed the court's Roe v. Wade decision granting women the federal right to an abortion in the U.S., sending authority back to the states. In reaction, Gov. Newsom signed Bauer-Kahan's protection bill on Friday.
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Danville gears up for return of SummerfestDanville is hosting its 29th annual Summerfest for the last weekend of June, marking the return of the previously annual event following a two-year hiatus brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Tri-Valley innovation: Counting who's here, with ease and accuracyDuring their junior year at Foothill, Logan Dickey and classmates were frustrated in their engineering class. Setting out to solve the problem, their team developed a way to take attendance more quickly and accurately.
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Cal High principal Keefer resigns position to return to teachingSome are questioning the timing of Cal High principal Megan Keefer's resignation, given the recent controversy over the school's cheer squad mascot that went viral on social media and the district's response.
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Police: Robbery suspects, neighbor exchange gunfire in DanvilleDanville police were investigating into the night Tuesday after a robbery attempt reportedly turned into an exchange of gunfire on the north side of town not far from downtown. No injuries were reported; culprits remain at-large.
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Walnut Creek neighbors battle massive Seven Hills Ranch projectSeven Hills Ranch is surrounded. And not just by opponents of a planned large senior residential care development on the site. It may be Walnut Creek's heritage, but those 30 acres are on county land, surrounded by the city...
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Kramer fends off challenger in Contra Costa County assessor raceThe county's incumbent Assessor Gus Kramer is poised to enter what he's said will be his final term in the position before retirement, following an election win against challenger Floy Andrews that led to tense times between the two.
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FDA authorizes COVID-19 vaccines for youngest childrenChildren under age 5 became eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as this weekend, after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration gave its approval Friday for the age group.
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Community Briefs: Crow Canyon widening projectThe city of San Ramon has kicked off construction on the Crow Canyon Widening Project in the area between Alcosta Boulevard and St. George Road. See that and more in our Community Briefs.
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A Pleasanton horse owner's journeyMention horse racing people at the Alameda County Fair over the last 20 years and a few names come straight to mind. One that flies the most under the radar but can stand toe-to-toe with anyone is Pleasanton's George Schmitt.
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Connelly, Gordon poised for runoff to be clerk-recorderThe top two candidates in the primary election for Contra Costa County clerk-recorder -- Kristin Braun Connelly and Vicki Gordon -- set to be on the November ballot.
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Tri-Valley's Chabot-Las Positas Trustee Ed Maduli diesEdralin 'Ed' Maduli, who represented the Tri-Valley on the Chabot-Las Positas Community College District Board of Trustees for the past six years, died June 12, the district confirmed. A cause of death was not revealed.
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San Ramon: 'MasterChef Junior' contestant reflects on growth since filming showAt the end of the ninth episode of this season of "MasterChef Junior," then-10-year-old Abir Bhatia of San Ramon stood among his three other somber-faced teammates who placed in the bottom during that episode's baking challenge...
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Zone 7's Patterson Pass plant shifts to ozonation water treatment processResidents in the Tri-Valley region will start to see and taste a difference in their tap water thanks to upgrades the Zone 7 Water Agency has made to the Patterson Pass Water Treatment Plant in Livermore.
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Livingston wins fourth term as Contra Costa County sheriffContra Costa County Sheriff-Coroner David Livingston is poised to serve for a fourth term, defeating a challenge to his seat from Richmond police union president and county political newcomer Benjamin Therriault.
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Becton takes victory for re-election as Contra Costa County DAContra Costa County DA Diana Becton is set to continue in her position for a second full term after finishing Election Night more than 12 percentage points ahead of internal challenger Mary Knox in the primary.
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Families demand Malloy be fired over handling of Cal High cheer mannequin controversyStudents and parents from the California High School cheer and stunt team are calling for Superintendent John Malloy to be fired for the way he handled a recent controversy over an unofficial squad mascot that went viral on social.
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Danville: Pedestrian fatally struck in Camino Tassajara intersectionA Danville woman died from injuries sustained after being struck by a vehicle in an intersection on Camino Tassajara on June 2. It marks the first traffic fatality in the town limits since November 2020.
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BART approves two-year budget with planned service, fare increasesBART's governing board unanimously approved its budget for the coming fiscal year as well as a preliminary budget for the following 2023-24 fiscal year. As part of the budget, BART will increase fares by 3.4% systemwide.
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California legislators want to help you buy a house with down payment, 'shared equity'Legislators propose a $1-billion-a-year down payment program for first-time buyers, given the high cost of housing and rising mortgage interest rates, in exchange for a partial stake.
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Bay Area Toll Authority to seek more than $180M in unpaid bridge tolls, late feesThe Bay Area Toll Authority will try to collect more than $180 million in unpaid bridge tolls, which breaks down to about $50 million in unpaid tolls and $130 million in late fees.
Police: Robbery suspects, neighbor exchange gunfire in Danville
Danville police were investigating into the night Tuesday after a robbery attempt reportedly turned into an exchange of gunfire... Last comment on Jun 22, 2022 at 2:51 pm | 15 comments
Cal High principal Keefer resigns position to return to teaching
Some are questioning the timing of Cal High principal Megan Keefer's resignation, given the recent controversy over the school's... Last comment on Jun 21, 2022 at 10:00 am | 22 comments
Walnut Creek neighbors battle massive Seven Hills Ranch project
Seven Hills Ranch is surrounded. And not just by opponents of a planned large senior residential care development on the... Last comment on Jun 19, 2022 at 7:52 am | 1 comment
Livingston wins fourth term as Contra Costa County sheriff
Contra Costa County Sheriff-Coroner David Livingston is poised to serve for a fourth term, defeating a challenge to his seat... Last comment on Jun 22, 2022 at 4:07 pm | 24 comments
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Fire burns house, 4+ acres of vegetation in Alamo
A house sustained heavy damage in a fire that also charred 4.3 acres of grassland in Alamo on Saturday afternoon, according to the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District. Saturday, 10:48 PM
Supreme Court overturns federal abortion rights
The Supreme Court reversed the court's Roe v. Wade decision granting women the federal right to an abortion in the U.S., sending authority back to the states. In reaction, Gov. Newsom signed Bauer-Kahan's protection bill on Friday. Friday, 4:28 PM
Contra Costa expands COVID-19 vaccine to children under 5 at county-run sites
COVID-19 vaccines are now available for children between 6 months and 4 years of age at county vaccination clinics, the Contra Costa County Health Services (CCHS) announced Wednesday. Wednesday, 3:49 PM
Pleasanton Readers' Choice 2022: Here are the winners!
Our readers have spoken, the ballots have been counted and now we're ready to reveal the winners of the 2022 Readers' Choice contest -- another must-see special section spotlighting the best of the best in Pleasanton. Friday, 12:35 AM
'Unplugged' concerts continue at City Center Bishop Ranch through July and beyond
City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon is hosting a weekly outdoor concert series throughout the summer and early fall this year, with the fourth show in the series set for this Friday. Wednesday, 4:13 PM
What a Week: Alameda County Fair in full swing
Nothing says the Alameda County Fair is back in the summer like the annual Ladies Day at the Races last Friday. It's great to see the fair and its traditional season reunited. And this would be as good of a week as any to attend... Thursday, 11:50 PM
Cal High principal Keefer resigns position to return to teaching
Some are questioning the timing of Cal High principal Megan Keefer's resignation, given the recent controversy over the school's cheer squad mascot that went viral on social media and the district's response. Sunday, 7:33 PM | 22 comments
Pacific Chamber Orchestra announces 2022-23 concerts
The Pacific Chamber Orchestra is gearing up for its 2022-23 concert season, 'A Musical Season of Inspiration,' with four concert sets and an annual set of reading workshops. Thursday, 11:21 PM
Police: Robbery suspects, neighbor exchange gunfire in Danville
Danville police were investigating into the night Tuesday after a robbery attempt reportedly turned into an exchange of gunfire on the north side of town not far from downtown. No injuries were reported; culprits remain at-large. Tuesday, 8:52 PM | 15 comments
First phase of Valley Link enters federal grant program
The Regional Rail Authority announced earlier this month that the Federal Transit Administration has approved entry of the Valley Link rail project Phase 1 into project development of the Capital Investment Grants program. Wednesday, 4:00 PM
Local agencies react after state bans watering of non-residential, non-functional turf
Tri-Valley water agencies recommend non-residential property owners convert to smarter lawns and low-water landscaping, following the California State Water Resources Control Board's new emergency water conservation regulation. Wednesday, 3:54 PM
Ortega, Kumagai set for November runoff in Assembly District 20 race
In the four-candidate race for a newly redrawn State Assembly district representing part of the Tri-Valley, voters chose longtime labor leader Liz Ortega as the top candidate and Dublin City Councilmember Shawn Kumagai in second place. Wednesday, 3:50 PM
Measure G, county's vehicle abatement program, holds slim lead with final ballots pending
67.40% of Contra Costa County voters -- just slightly over the required two-thirds threshold -- were in favor of maintaining county participation in the state's vehicle abatement program, as of the most recent primary election results. Wednesday, 4:31 AM
Pleasanton Preps: Looking back over TV30's Athletes of the Year, Coach of the Year
Thirty-five awards were presented to high school students from Dublin, Livermore and Pleasanton to honor them for their accomplishments, along with Coach of the Year presented to Dublin High School boys' basketball coach Tom Costello. Tuesday, 1:18 PM
BART train derails north of Pleasant Hill; several minor injuries reported
BART officials said that an initial assessment of Tuesday's partial train derailment in Concord showed that heat played the 'main role' in the event after excessive temperatures caused a curve in the track. Wednesday, 4:07 AM
Danville gears up for return of Summerfest this weekend
Danville is hosting its 29th annual Summerfest for the last weekend of June, marking the return of the previously annual event following a two-year hiatus brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Monday, 4:50 PM
County clerk-recorder candidates Connelly, Gordon poised for runoff in November election
Following a four-candidate race for the Contra Costa County clerk recorder's seat, the top two candidates in the primary election -- Kristin Braun Connelly and Vicki Gordon -- are poised to be on the November ballot. Thursday, June 16, 5:19 AM
Tri-Valley innovation: Counting who's here, with ease and accuracy
During their junior year at Foothill, Logan Dickey and classmates were frustrated in their engineering class. Setting out to solve the problem, their team developed a way to take attendance more quickly and accurately. Monday, 4:33 PM
Neighbors battle massive Seven Hills Ranch project
Seven Hills Ranch is surrounded. And not just by opponents of a planned large senior residential care development on the site. It may be Walnut Creek's heritage, but those 30 acres are on county land, surrounded by the city... Friday, June 17, 5:31 AM | 1 comments
Kramer fends off challenger in Contra Costa County assessor race
The county's incumbent Assessor Gus Kramer is poised to enter what he's said will be his final term in the position before retirement, following an election win against challenger Floy Andrews that led to tense times between the two. Friday, June 17, 5:16 AM
Voters elect three incumbents, one newcomer to Zone 7 Board of Directors
Current directors Dennis Gambs, Sarah Palmer and Olivia Sanwong won re-election and challenger Dawn Benson took the fourth position available in the June 7 primary for the Zone 7 Water Agency Board of Directors. Sunday, 7:34 PM
A horse owner's journey: Pleasanton's Schmitt reflects on tenure in racing, looks ahead with hope to fair meets this summer
Mention horse racing people at the Alameda County Fair over the last 20 years and a few names come straight to mind. One that flies the most under the radar but can stand toe-to-toe with anyone is Pleasanton's George Schmitt. Friday, June 17, 5:13 AM
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