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The attorney for a man charged with his brother in the 1989 murder of the man's wife in San Jose said today that prosecutors want to consolidate the criminal cases because their cases against each man individually are "weak."
Michael Cardoza, lawyer for murder defendant David Zimmer, said the Santa Clara County District Attorney's Office wants to... » Read More
Scores of firefighters have controlled a three-alarm brush fire triggered by a car fire and that blackened 12 acres outside East San Jose north of Alum Rock Park, a San Jose Fire Department captain said.
About 50 or 60 city firefighters joined the Milpitas Fire Department, the Spring Valley Volunteer Fire Department and a "heavy response" from Cal Fire to control the fire... » Read More
A SWAT team and bomb squad are using robots to search a Hayward home where authorities tried to evict residents this morning, a police spokesman said.
Alameda County sheriff's deputies tried to serve an eviction notice in the 2700 block of Gainesville Avenue at 9:58 a.m., Hayward police Sgt. Ryan Cantrell said.
Inside the home, the deputies found "suspicious... » Read More
Alameda County Supervisor Nate Miley said today that an agreement to extend the Oakland A's lease at the O.co Coliseum for another 10 years positions the county and the city of Oakland to keep the baseball team in Oakland permanently.
Shortly before the Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to approve the agreement, which was reached after 14... » Read More
Firefighters are trying to control a three-alarm brush fire outside of San Jose's eastern city limits north of Alum Rock Park, a San Jose Fire Department captain said.
Fire crews from Cal Fire are currently at the scene of the vegetation fire off of Sierra Road outside of East San Jose and San Jose units may be called to assist, San Jose fire Capt. Cleo Doss said. Read More
A bicyclist remains in the hospital with life-threatening injuries today after he and five other people were hurt when a fleeing suspect crashed a stolen van in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood Monday night, a police spokesman said.
Anthony Wisner, 25, was booked on suspicion of driving a stolen vehicle, felony hit-and-run, driving... » Read More
A photo to accompany today's BCN38 (PEDESTRIANS INJURED), courtesy of San Francisco police, can be obtained from the following Bay City News Service Web link:
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Seven people were displaced this afternoon after a one-alarm fire damaged a suburban home in East San Jose, according to fire officials.
Firefighters answered a call about a reported house fire at 1:14 p.m. today on Blue Creek Court, a cul-de-sac that intersects with Aborn Road, San Jose fire Capt. Cleo Doss said.
A SWAT team and bomb squad have responded to a Hayward home where authorities tried to evict residents this morning, a police spokesman said.
Alameda County sheriff's deputies tried to serve an eviction notice in the 2700 block of Gainesville Avenue at 9:58 a.m., Hayward police Sgt. Ken Forkus said.
Inside the home, the deputies found "suspicious" notes and... » Read More
Civil rights attorney John Burris announced in San Francisco today that he has asked a special unit of the U.S. Department of Justice to look into the fatal shootings of four Hispanic men by Salinas police since March.
"Something is going on in that Police Department that has raised real questions," Burris said at a news conference outside the... » Read More
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously today to approve an agreement to extend the Oakland A's lease at the O.co Coliseum for another 10 years.
The vote is the next-to-last step in an often-contentious 14-month-long negotiating process aimed at keeping the baseball team in Oakland.
An 84-year-old Pacifica man pleaded not guilty Monday in a Redwood City courtroom to attempting to kill his wife with a knife, prosecutors said today.
Tony Gocksue Lee allegedly stabbed his wife of 54 years seven times in the neck, abdomen, thigh and hand in their home in the 400 block of Griffin Avenue in Pacifica on July 13, according to the... » Read More
Firefighters put out a two-alarm fire at a building in Crockett this afternoon, a fire dispatcher said.
The fire was reported at about 12:40 p.m. in a mixed-use residential and commercial building in the 700 block of Loring Avenue, according to the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District.
Firefighters had the blaze near the C&H Sugar factory knocked down at... » Read More
Firefighters are working to put out a two-alarm fire at a Crockett building this afternoon, a fire dispatcher said.
The fire was reported at about 12:40 p.m. in a mixed-use residential and commercial building in the 700 block of Loring Avenue, according to the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District.
Firefighters are still trying to control the blaze, which... » Read More
Santa Clara-based Levi's Stadium will host a soccer match pitting Mexico against Chile in September, the San Francisco 49ers announced today.
The 49ers, set to debut Levi's Stadium as the team's new home on Aug. 17, partnered with the Santa Clara Stadium Authority and the San Jose Earthquakes professional soccer team to bring the Sept. 6... » Read More
Power has been restored to all but 100 customers in Napa after an SUV struck and toppled a power pole this morning, a PG&E spokeswoman said.
The SUV struck the pole around 5:50 a.m. on Silverado Trail near Hennessy Drive, knocking out power to 2,700 customers and closing Silverado Trail south of the Napa County Fairgrounds between Third Street and... » Read More
The Richmond City Council is set to vote tonight on a $1 billion modernization project proposed at Chevron's Richmond refinery.
Tonight's meeting, scheduled for 5:30 p.m. and taking place at the Richmond Memorial Auditorium because of the large crowd expected, will continue a July 22 public hearing on the project during which nearly 100 community... » Read More
About 20 people were evacuated in San Mateo this morning as crews sealed a small gas line break, a PG&E spokesman said.
The people were evacuated from buildings in the area of West 20th Avenue and Alameda De Las Pulgas after the gas line break was reported at 10:25 a.m., PG&E spokesman Jason King said.
A construction crew hit a 1.25-inch plastic gas line with an ... » Read More
A man was fatally stabbed in San Jose early this morning, police said.
The stabbing took place around 2:15 a.m. in the area of Market Street and Park Avenue.
Officers received information about a person being physically attacked by five or six suspects. They arrived to find the man suffering from at least one stab wound. He was pronounced dead a short time after... » Read More
Crews sealed a small gas line break in San Mateo this morning, according to police.
Residents in the area of West 20th Avenue and Alameda De Las Pulgas were told to shelter in place after a construction crew digging there ruptured a 2-inch gas line, police said.
PG&E is working to make repairs to the line, police said. » Read More
A San Mateo County Superior Court jury on Monday found a Foster City man guilty of molesting family members over more than a decade, prosecutors said today.
Geoffrey Baggett, 62, now faces life in prison for more than two dozen charges including continuous sexual abuse of a child, lewd acts with a child under the age of 14, oral copulation by... » Read More
The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office has identified a boy who drowned in the Russian River in Guerneville on Sunday as 17-year-old Jaime Ticas, of Texas.
The sheriff's office was notified around 6 p.m. Sunday about a missing boy, Monte Rio Fire Protection District Chief Steve Baxman said. The boy had not been seen for a few hours and was... » Read More
The driver of a stolen van tried to flee on a bus after crashing and injuring six people including a bicyclist and a pedestrian in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood on Monday night, a police spokesman said today.
At 10:18 p.m., police attempted to pull over the van for a traffic violation at Larkin and Post streets, police spokesman... » Read More
An 18-year-old man without a license was arrested after he fled from California Highway Patrol officers on state Highway 12 in Sonoma County early Sunday morning.
Two officers were patrolling traffic on Highway 12 east of Mountain Avenue where they saw a 2002 Dodge Intrepid shortly before 3 a.m., CHP officials said.
A police K-9 and fire crews were needed to capture a suspected car thief who allegedly led police on a chase from Antioch to Oakley, where he became stuck underneath a house early this morning.
Antioch police said the pursuit began after officers spotted a man driving a stolen car near the intersection of Marie Avenue and Crest Street around 4:45... » Read More
San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee signed a $500 million transportation infrastructure bond for the November ballot on Monday while also unveiling other initiatives for improving pedestrian safety in the city.
The bond is intended to improve San Francisco's transportation network without raising property taxes. It will be on the Nov. 4 ballot and ... » Read More
A stolen vehicle struck two pedestrians and a taxi in a hit-and-run collision on the corner of Post and Jones streets on Monday, a police spokesman said.
At 10:18 p.m., police attempted to pull over a vehicle for a traffic infraction violation at Larkin and Post streets. The vehicle fled and ran a red light before colliding with a taxi two... » Read More
Mostly cloudy skies and patchy fog are likely in the Bay Area this morning, with a slight chance of sprinkles. Highs are expected to be in the 60s to mid-70s, with westerly winds of up to 20 mph.
Partly cloudy skies are likely this evening, with patchy fog after midnight. Lows are expected to be in the mid-50s to lower 60s, with southwesterly winds of up to 20 mph. Read More
San Leandro Police arrested two burglary suspects near the 400 block of Castro Street after a three-hour search on Monday, a police spokesperson said.
The two suspects were trespassing in the Sandpiper Complex gated community located between East 14th Street and Washington Avenue when a citizen notified police around 1:35 p.m, police spokesman... » Read More
Rooms That Rock 4 Chemo (RTR4C) - a nonprofit organization devoted to transforming chemotherapy rooms into a renewal of health, hope and life has announced its Inaugural Gala to be held Saturday, November 1, 2014 at the Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason Street, San Francisco, California. All proceeds will go towards supporting the mission of RTR4C. » Read More
Danville, CA -- Results Realty Group, East Bay, a premium full service Real Estate service for the discerning client, and Claire Sheperdson, a Real Estate professional who has a keen understanding of the unique needs of affluent buyers and sellers, announced a long-term strategic partnership to... » Read More
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Danville, CA -- Results Realty Group, East Bay, a premium full service Real Estate service for the discerning client, and Claire Sheperdson, a Real Estate professional who has a keen understanding of the unique needs of affluent buyers and sellers, announced a long-term strategic partnership to... » Read More
Rooms That Rock 4 Chemo (RTR4C) - a nonprofit organization devoted to transforming chemotherapy rooms into a renewal of health, hope and life has announced its Inaugural Gala to be held Saturday, November 1, 2014 at the Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason Street, San Francisco, California. All proceeds will go towards supporting the mission of RTR4C. » Read More
Many interesting, important, and influential people have lived in Danville. From a famous American playwright, to an astronaut, numerous athletes, and even heroes, these folks were either born here or drawn to Danville’s beauty and small town atmosphere.
Larry Allen – A former American football guard who played in the NFL for fourteen seasons. He played for the Dallas... » Read More
For some cars are just a way to get from Point A to Point B, but at the Blackhawk Museum in Danville, they are “rolling sculptures”. The combination of beautiful classic car displays and educational enrichment make the museum the must-see destination for any automobile enthusiast, or anyone with a love of art, technology, culture and history.
In addition to the... » Read More
What once carried massive locomotives transporting people and produce, the Iron Horse Regional Trail is now the most popular way to bike, walk, run and rollerblade in and around downtown, or on to other East Bay destinations.
Danville townspeople use the 20-foot wide, paved trail daily as a way to exercise, walk their dogs, relax, and visit downtown shops and cafes. On weekends... » Read More
The decaying Danville Hotel Wild West buildings are facing the wrecking ball sometime in October 2013, to be replaced with 35,000 square feet of new retail, office, and residential spaces, according to city officials. Two important downtown historical buildings—the hotel itself and the adjoining McCauley House on Hartz Avenue—will be renovated as part of the plan.
The rest... » Read More
Danville, CA has a rich history stretching back to the pioneer and Gold Rush days of California’s infancy. Thanks to an ongoing civic pride in their community and the dedication of many history-minded residents, Danville now boasts an impressive and educational Historic Walking Tour in the downtown area that commemorates its past and the characters and institutions that have helped... » Read More
Nestled in the western hills above Danville is one of its more unique and distinguished landmarks, the Eugene O’Neill National Historic Site. The great American playwright Eugene O’Neill, winner of four Pulitzer Prizes and the Nobel Prize, and his wife, Carlotta, lived in their beloved Tao House on that site from 1937 to 1944.
The O’Neill’s built the home on 158... » Read More
The keeper of all things historical in Danville is the Museum of the San Ramon Valley, located in the restored Southern Pacific Railroad depot at the corner of Railroad and Prospect avenues in downtown Danville.
Residents devoted to preserving the area’s history incorporated the museum as a nonprofit organization in 1985. The group lovingly restored the depot in the... » Read More
Historically the center of Danville life since 1873, the building that houses The Village Theatre at 233 Front St. continues to serve as the heart of the community through performing arts, visual arts, and special events. The structure has gone through numerous iterations, starting as a one-story farmers’ hall, transforming into a two-story community center, and serving as a movie... » Read More
Then Danville is for you and your pup—the town has a reputation for being super dog friendly. From businesses that cater to pooches and their human companions, to the popular Canine Corral dog park, to an entire evening devoted to dogs called Doggie Night, Danville is perfect for our four-legged friends.
Dogs and their owners are a common sight throughout the downtown area... » Read More
Standing gracefully in the middle of Diablo Road is the town’s most iconic and beloved landmark, the Danville Old Oak Tree. The town’s official symbol is 65-feet tall and estimated to be 350-years-old.
Probably the most cherished event all year is the Lighting of the Old Oak Tree, held every November the Friday evening after Thanksgiving by the Town of Danville and the... » Read More
The Blackhawk Museum located in Danville, CA is a true must-see sight when you are in the East Bay area located just outside of San Francisco and Oakland.The museum spans 70,000 square feet and features automobiles from many different eras. The aim of the museum is to showcase the art, culture, history and technology behind these amazing vehicles.The Blackhawk Museum considers these to be...
Mt. Diablo State Park is a true treasure in California, and its located just outside of Danville, CA.Truly this is a wondrous place boasting the peak of Mt. Diablo that is 3,849 feet high. There...
One of the most popular regular events in Danville, CA is the weekly Farmers Market. This amazing event takes place near Railroad and Prospect streets in Danville.It takes place on Saturdays...
Danville, CA is Community Focused Set just outside of San Francisco in the East Bay area, Danville, CA is a charming community with many great things to do. As part of the San Ramon Valley, Danville is a community-oriented place with excellent schools and many good things for families to do. Danville, CA is also a great place to enjoy the outdoors. It's a community made for walking and riding your bike. It even features a trail that goes through the center of town called the Iron Horse Regional Trail. Parents and their children will love the many parks and playgrounds here. The homes of Danville are extremely enviable with a continually desirable area just outside both San Francisco and Oakland. Nearby public transportation on the BART makes getting into the Bay Area accessible. Children are a big priority in the community of Danville, CA. There are many events and things to do that cater to the likes of active children in Danville, California.
Excellent Schools & Great Family Activities in Danville Children are a big priority in the community of Danville, CA. There are many events and things to do that cater to the likes of active children in Danville, California. The schools of Danville part of the San Ramon Valley Unified School District ' are some of the most highly rated in the state of California. In terms of private schooling, there are a number of very good private and parochial schools located in Danville and nearby areas that will also appeal to the desires of parents.
Enjoy the Outdoors in Danville, CA You'll find wonderful things to do in the great outdoors in and around Danville, CA. If you like to bike, hike, walk, jog, camp or just enjoy the wonders of the outdoors, this area is a perfect spot for you and your family. Danville is located near Mt. Diablo State Park. This wonderful California State Park is perfect for everything from day hikes to overnight camping. Mt. Diablo is about 3,900 feet high and majestically graces the San Ramon Valley. It's also great for horseback riding. You'll see wonderful fields of wildflowers here and enjoy unique rock formations. There are many other great ways to enjoy the outdoors in Danville with its varied parks in the city.
Downtown Danville Packed With Fun Maybe you're more of a city person or maybe you like both the outdoors and the delights of being in town. Downtown Danville has many great things to do - including shopping, award-winning restaurants and great streetscapes perfect for strolling. Downtown Danville is home to the weekly farmer's market, which is incredibly popular and for good reason. You'll find great local products here from fruit to cheese to bread. There's always something new and fun to check out. Danville's downtown area is also where you can catch Hot Summer Nights, which is a car event showcasing classic vehicles during the warmer months. It's just one of the many good annual events you will find in Danville to enjoy with your whole family.
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Sunny, 94°F on Tuesday, July 29, 2014
