Former San Ramon police chief Carlson running for Danville Town Council
The former leader and longtime public face of the San Ramon Police Department has returned to the public eye in neighboring Danville, with a campaign for public office now underway in what is often touted as one of California’s most public safety-centered communities.
Contra Costa County lawmaker told court her mom had dementia in family property battle. Not so, said doctors
Records show the state assemblymember attempted to have her mother placed under conservatorship in the midst of a family real estate dispute – a CalMatters investigation.
SpongeBob making a splash at the Bankhead
Bikini Bottom is headed for Livermore as Tri-Valley Theatre Company presents “The SpongeBob Musical” at the Bankhead Theater starting this weekend.
Pleasanton residents, city officials give gratitude for quick response to large wildfire
The Pleasanton City Council opened Monday’s rescheduled meeting with public recognition for the city’s first responders and emergency services personnel for their efforts during last week’s 1,000-acre wildfire that threatened the south side of town.
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‘Evening Stories’ with three young published writers
Three of the youngest authors in the Tri-Valley will be reading from their original picture books and engaging with residents at a special event next week at the Dublin Public Library.
Futures Explored unveils new Pleasanton office
Futures Explored has opened a new Pleasanton facility for its Go Group program, creating a larger space for participants to gather and connect with the community.
Smooth stepping: Livermore to roll out $2.5 million sidewalk repair project
The city of Livermore is poised this summer to begin a $2.5 million project to repair over 450 miles of privately maintained walkways across the city.
Pleasanton Unified begins demolition for Amador Valley High School renovations
Crews broke ground on the Amador Valley High School campus renovation project this summer and have now begun demolishing the small gym and the wrestling room this week as they make their way to the Amador Theater next.
Court evaluating mental competency of Pleasanton man charged with murdering his mom
A high-profile criminal case involving a son accused of stabbing his mother to death in their Pleasanton home over a year ago has been suspended while the defendant undergoes a mental health assessment.
Livermore landmark inspires artist’s work exhibited across California
Livermore-based artist Carolyn Lord is attracting attention statewide to an iconic gas station in the city’s downtown as the subject of paintings up for exhibition this year.
Little League Intermediate World Series starts Sunday in Livermore
The 2026 Little League Intermediate 50/70 World Series rolls into Livermore this weekend, with the tournament taking place at Max Baer Park from Sunday through Aug. 9.
Driver airlifted to hospital after crashing into San Ramon house
Authorities were continuing an investigation Tuesday into a dramatic scene in San Ramon the previous night in which a vehicle struck a home near Montevideo Elementary School and caught fire, resulting in the driver being airlifted for burn treatment.
Dublin council nixes potential hotel tax increase ballot measure
While neighboring Pleasanton is taking a similar measure to voters this November, the Dublin City Council balked last week at putting a hotel tax increase on its citywide ballot after facing pushback from local hoteliers.
Metal 3D printing company launches production facility in Livermore
Velo3D has primed its first facility in Livermore where it is set to manufacture 3D-printed metal parts for strategic industries.
Red Cross requests blood donations to address emergency shortage
Opportunities to give across Tri-Valley as all blood types needed, especially type O.
49ers head coach accepts blame for Palo Alto car crash
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan accepted blame on Tuesday for the car crash that occurred in downtown Palo Alto on July 14, when the Tesla he was driving crashed head-on into a Mercedes SUV according to reports from the San Francisco Chronicle and other media outlets.
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