CCAS Wants to Keep Animals Out of Its Shelter
There are many reasons why animals end up in shelters and different things being done to keep animals out of shelters with more efforts said to be in the works....
25
Aug
15
Aug
Shelters at Capacity Need Community Support
Ward said shelters are at capacity largely because of public negligence, so communities must contribute to the solution, which benefits people and pets....
10
Aug
Danville Police Warn Parents Not to Overshare in Back-to-School Photos
Parents should keep info such as full names and phone numbers out of social media posts about their children as it can be used by predators and identity thefts....
07
Aug
Renters in Pittsburg, San Pablo Demand Passage of Rent Stabilization Ordinances
On Monday, Aug. 7, renters will attend the San Pablo and Pittsburg City Council meetings to urge local policymakers to pass rent stabilization ordinances....
04
Aug
Local Advocates Say More Can Be Done to Save Animals. CCAS Says It’s Doing All It Can
Local canine activists say CCAS is not doing enough to support the dogs in its care. It says the criticism doesn't help animals....
02
Aug
U.S. Rep. DeSaulnier Presents Supervisors With Funds for Police Training
The $1.18 million from the federal government is meant to train Contra Costa police on "adolescent development and effective youth interaction."...
25
Jul
Overcrowding at Contra Costa Shelter Puts Animals at Risk
In part one of a series about Contra Costa Animal Services and pet adoption, a look at overcrowding in the shelter and the deadly consequences it can have. ...
21
Jul
Weekend Closures on I-80 Start Friday
San Pablo City Council focused heavily on transportation Monday with two major items given the spotlight: I-80 closures and parking rules for home daycares....
20
Jul
Sheriff’s Report to Supes Finds African Americans Disproportionately Booked Into Jails
The Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office presented its quarterly oversight report Tuesday to the Board of Supervisors with breakdowns by race of those booked....
18
Jul
Contra Costa County Looks to Increase Gun Safety
Contra Costa County is looking to increase gun safety in unincorporated county areas by addressing gaps in California gun laws. ...
05
Jul
Fire District Sees More Fireworks-Related 4th of July Calls Than Previous Year
Contra Costa County Fire Protection District spokesman Steve Hill said Wednesday there were 69 fire responses between 8 p.m. Tuesday and 3 a.m. Wednesday....
03
Jul
Fire Protection District Announces Safe Fireworks Shows
Official Fourth of July celebrations will be held Monday in Richmond and Tuesday in San Pablo Antioch, Pittsburg, Martinez, Concord and Pleasant Hill....
29
Jun
Gov. Gavin Newsom Announces 4 Judicial Appointments in Greater Bay Area
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Tuesday the appointment of 15 superior court judges, including one in Contra Costa County and three others in the greater Bay Area....
16
Jun
Contra Costa Fire to Discuss Wildfire Safety at Pinole Town Hall Saturday
Contra Costa Fire Protection District will host a special fire safety town hall at 10 a.m. Saturday in Pinole to help residents prepare for wildfire season....
12
Jun
Panel Outlines Strategies for Battling Hate, Hate Crimes
A panel offered a wealth of insight and advice on battling hate crimes during a presentation May 18 titled "Standing Up to Hate Crimes in California."...
