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Top Stories
Pleasanton Preps: Dreams dashed as pressures push year-round horse races out of fairgrounds
The dream Pleasanton residents had for year-round horse racing at the Alameda County Fairgrounds lasted all of 26 days of races before disappearing almost as quickly as it got here.
Patelco faces lawsuit alleging fraudulent charges during data breach
Months after a weeks-long outage spurred by a ransomware attack this summer, Patelco Credit Union is continuing to face aftershocks from the incident in the form of multiple lawsuits in federal court, one of which could go to trial in 2027.
Pleasanton council adopts new CIP framework in light of budget challenges
During the last meeting of the year, the Pleasanton City Council unanimously adopted a new framework for the city’s Capital Improvement Program so that staff could systematically prioritize various city projects in a way that best aligns with community needs amidst ongoing budget challenges.
Dublin voters pass council term limit extension, governmental transparency rules
Measure JJ passed with flying colors during election season, signifying Dublin’s first anti-lobbying regulation and an increase to its City Council’s term limits.

Family confirms Livermore native as victim in Hayward homicide
In early December, Hayward police issued a press release about a fatal shooting that occurred behind an industrial complex near the 25000 block of Industrial Boulevard. The decedent, Shawn Freeman, was a former resident of Livermore.
Vallejo ‘Gone Girl’ kidnapper charged in 2009 South Bay home invasions
Muller, convicted in the 2015 Vallejo kidnapping of Huskins, is facing new charges in a series of previously unsolved home invasions, prosecutors said.
Tri-Valley Year in Review 2024
Take a look back at our most prominent storylines and photographs across the Tri-Valley from 2024. Enjoy!
Hot Picks
Noon Year’s Eve Celebration: Kick off the New Year early with family-friendly fun at this event at LARPD. Join for a lively celebration with games, crafts, dancing and light refreshments with a balloon drop at noon. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Dec. 31. Tickets $12. Visit larpd.org/
Jeff Bordes & Friends: Swingin’ In The New Year: Get ready for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve with a performance that will set the stage for a memorable start to the New Year. 8 p.m., Dec. 31. Tickets $100. Visit livermorearts.org/
Holiday Ice Rink: The Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink at City Center Bishop Ranch is now through Jan. 5 Tickets are purchased per 90 minute sessions. Visit citycenterbishopranch.com/
Deacon Dave’s Christmas Display: The 40th annual Deacon Dave’s Christmas Display in Livermore is now through Jan. 1. For additional information visit casadelpomba.com/
Volunteer at Tri-Valley Haven: Tri-Valley Haven’s mission is to advocate for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and homelessness. Volunteers might field calls on the crisis line, take care of children, distribute food or work at the Thrift Store. Visit trivalleyhaven.org/volunteer/
Alan Hu Foundation Scholarship: 2025 Alan Hu Foundation Scholarships for up to $1,000.00 will be awarded to high school seniors from Dublin, Livermore, and Pleasanton Unified School Districts whose college majors and career aspirations support mental health. Visit alanhufoundation.org/scholarship/. Deadline is March 9.

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