Antioch, civil rights attorney John Burris reach settlement over 45 officers
The city of Antioch and civil rights attorney John Burris on Friday announced the settlement of long-standing police abuse cases involving 23 people and 45 police officers and three former police chiefs. The settlement is not for any money, but establishes police reforms. Reforms include more training, stricter...
Mac’s Old House in Antioch to reopen in 2026
ANTIOCH — When Mac’s Old House came on the market in June, Joe Martinez knew he had to do something to preserve the legacy of the beloved old-fashioned Italian restaurant that had been a staple in Antioch for decades. In pursuit of that goal, Martinez partnered with his...
Skeleton slider Kendall Wesenberg heads face first to Milan Cortina Olympics
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — They're the Olympians who hurl themselves headfirst toward gold. Skeleton slider Kendall Wesenberg is sliding toward her second Olympic team. Kendall grew up in Modesto, California. She gave skeleton a try after watching it on TV during the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics. Skeleton sliders lie...
Community Coalition Demands Long-Term Care for Shooting Victims
STOCKTON, Calif. — In the wake of the devastating Nov. 29 mass shooting that killed four people and injured more than a dozen at a 2-year-old’s birthday party, community organizations, faith leaders and youth advocates gathered Thursday to demand sustained support for every individual affected by the tragedy and to...
Much of Northern CA under flood watch. How’s that different from flood warning?
As a series of winter storm systems sweeps through the West, Northern California residents are bracing for rain , mountain snow and possible flooding. The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for much of the region on Friday, Dec. 19, warning of rising river levels, rockslides and more. “Never drive across...
Stockton, CA – Two-Vehicle Injury Crash on I-5 S/Fremont St.
Stockton, CA (December 17, 2025) – A two-vehicle crash with injuries occurred on I-5 South at the Fremont Street off-ramp in Stockton on Wednesday, December 17. California Highway Patrol reports indicate a gray Honda van and a white sedan were involved, with one vehicle sliding off the roadway and down an embankment....
One killed, three injured in head-on crash on State Route 33 near Vernalis Road
TRACY, Calif. — One person was killed and three others were injured in a head-on crash Thursday evening on State Route 33 just north of Vernalis Road, according to the California Highway Patrol Tracy Area. The crash was reported around 6:35 p.m. on Thursday, when the Stockton Communications Center...
Rob + Michele Reiner: Cause of Death Revealed
The cause of death for Rob and Michele Reiner has been confirmed, and their son Nick’s next court appearance is on the books.
Byrd Investigation Ends with Clear Conflict of Interest Vote
“No man is allowed to be a judge in his own cause, because his interest would certainly bias his judgment, and, not improbably, corrupt his integrity.” James Madison. In a stunning moment during which he was permitted to vote against further inquiry into the virtually certain probability he pumped Modesto Irrigation...
Contra Costa County Fire truck involved in three-vehicle collision
(KRON) — A Contra Costa County Fire Protection District fire truck was involved in a three-vehicle collision Wednesday afternoon, according to the Antioch Police Department. The crash happened before 2 p.m. in the area of 10th and L streets. No injuries were reported, APD said, but some vehicle occupants were taken...
