Contra Costa Herald

Daniel Avery Glass, Jr. was arrested on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Photo: Hercules PD

By Hercules Police Department

The Hercules Police Department has made an arrest in connection with an August 2025 shooting that endangered a local resident. On August 2, 2025, a man sitting in his parked vehicle near Bayfront Blvd. and Earnest Street was allegedly approached on foot by an armed suspect who concealed his face and opened fire, striking the victim’s vehicle as he fled.

Through the diligent work of our Criminal Investigations Division — including Flock ALPR data, cellular records, surveillance video, and ballistic testing — detectives identified 32-year-old Daniel Avery Glass, Jr. as the primary suspect. On July 1, 2026, Glass was arrested on an attempted murder warrant with bail set at $1.4 million. The case has been forwarded to the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office for prosecution.

HPD is fully committed to solving crimes and holding accountable those who threaten our community. We extend our sincere gratitude to California Department of Corrections Parole, the FBI, and our neighboring agencies for their invaluable assistance.

According to the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office, the six-foot, three-inch tall, 215-pound Glass was born on Aug. 13, 1993, has a bail amount of $140,000 but his being held in the West County Detention Facility on no bail. His next court appearance is scheduled for Monday, July 6 at 8:30 am in Martinez Superior Court.

According to localcrimenews.com, Glass is Black, from Merced and was previously arrested on Feb. 13th by Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Deputies for giving false information to a peace officer and felony parole violation, and in 2014 by Contra Costa Sheriff’s Deputies for burglary and drug possession.

Public safety is a shared responsibility. If you see something, say something — report suspicious activity to HPD, or call 911 in an emergency. Anonymous tips are welcome. Stay alert when parking in dark or rural areas. Whenever possible, park in well-lit locations, keep your doors locked, and remain aware of your surroundings.

Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.

By City of Walnut Creek

Spend Independence Day with the Walnut Creek Concert Band!

Join the Walnut Creek Concert Band at Civic Park on Saturday, July 4, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. for a free evening of patriotic music as we celebrate Independence Day.

This year’s concert is also a wonderful way to commemorate two historic milestones: the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 175th anniversary of California.

Lawn chairs and blankets are recommended. Bring your family, pack a picnic and enjoy this beloved community tradition before the evening’s festivities.

Including 7 Contra Costa recipients

By Kristin Schaeffer, Piccadilly

VACAVILLE, Calif. —  Travis Credit Union (TCU) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 Community Impact Scholarship. In recognition of their academic achievements and dedication to community service, 20 Northern California graduating high school seniors, with seven in Contra Costa County, will receive a $2,000 scholarship to support their college education.

The TCU Community Impact Scholarship program has awarded more than $677,000 to over 400 students since it was established 22 years ago, reinforcing the credit union’s ongoing commitment to empowering the next generation of leaders through education and civic engagement.

“We are proud to support these outstanding students as they embark on their next chapter,” said Kevin Miller, president and CEO of Travis Credit Union. “Their hard work, resilience and passion for giving back to their communities truly embody the spirit of Travis Credit Union’s Community Impact Scholarship.”

The 2026 winners are:

Contra Costa County

Preet Singh – Hercules High School

Gabrielle Love – Ygnacio Valley High School – Concord

Mia Garcia Arce – Concord High School

Mary Sakshita Reddy Yeruva – California High School – San Ramon

Lola Abdugapparov – Middle College High School – San Pablo

Javier Gutierrez – El Cerrito High School

Saira Trehan – Monte Vista High School – Danville

Solano County

Jamison Abrenica – Dixon High School

Taylor Connelley – Buckingham Collegiate Charter Academy

Anika Jadhav – Benicia High School

Daniel Gonzalez – Fairfield High School

Mary Alyssa Glaiza Nuñez – Will C. Wood High School

Isabella McNelis – Vacaville High School

Jadyn Voorwinden – Vanden High School

Emily Sanchez – Armijo High School

Napa County

Hunter Knight – Napa High School

Yolo County

Aidan Rieger – Davis Senior High School

Mia Borges – Winters High School

Merced County

Colette Collins – El Capitan High School

Owen Reed – Atwater High School

The scholarship program is open to all high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0 who are credit union members and pursuing higher education. The money may be applied toward tuition, supplies or other costs associated with attending college. Each winner was required to submit a completed application, a certified high school transcript and a written or recorded personal statement describing their background, academic goals and post-college plans.

For more information about Travis Credit Union and its services, please visit www.traviscu.org.

About Travis Credit Union

Since 1951, Travis Credit Union focuses on improving the lives of our members. As a full-service financial institution, TCU helps members reach financial goals as their trusted local partner throughout their financial journey. Today, TCU is the 12th largest credit union in California, with 270,000 members and $5 billion in assets. We use financial strength to champion financial education and advocacy, earning recognition at the national, state and local levels. This includes being certified as a Great Place to Work in 2025 and 2026, being named one of Newsweek’s Best Regional Credit Unions in 2025, U.S. Air Force Distinguished Credit Union of the Year, and one of Forbes Best-in-State Credit Union.

Police seized items purchased through fraud, a crack pipe and drugs from the suspects’ vehicle. Photos: Brentwood PD

Three women from Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch arrested

By Brentwood Police Department

During a recent proactive patrol, Brentwood Police Day Shift officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle displaying expired registration. The front passenger was known by the officer to be on searchable probation for identity theft-related offenses.

During a probation search of the vehicle, which was determined to belong to the passenger, officers located suspected narcotics and narcotics paraphernalia. Several items in the trunk appeared to have been recently purchased from Home Depot, but the occupants were unable to produce a receipt or provide the credit that was used.

Two occupants were cited for narcotics-related violations and released at the scene.

The investigation did not end there. Officers followed up with Home Depot regarding the recently purchased merchandise and discovered the items had been obtained through fraudulent transactions. Officers later contacted the victim, who confirmed she had not authorized anyone to make purchases using her personal information.

As a result of the investigation, several felony charges related to identity theft and fraudulent purchases are being submitted to the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office for review.

According to Community Engagement Officer Chris Bollinger, who said, “I am not able to release names at this point but I can tell you the suspects age and location,” those arrested were a 47-year-old female from Bay Point, 31-year-old female from Pittsburg and a 28-year-old female from Antioch.

Great work by our Day Shift officers for their thorough investigation and commitment to protecting our community from fraud and identity theft.

Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.

By Matt J. Malone, PIO, Contra Costa County Superior Court

The Contra Costa County Superior Court is pleased to announce the return of its Juvenile Dependency Mediation Program effective July 1, 2026.

Dependency mediation is a confidential, voluntary process that offers families and other participants an opportunity to resolve issues outside of a contested court hearing. The program is facilitated by specially trained, neutral mediators who do not make decisions or determine case outcomes. Instead, mediators guide productive discussions, help participants identify areas of agreement, and support the development of informed, mutually acceptable resolutions that prioritize the safety, well-being, and best interests of the child while also considering the safety of all family members.

As a program of the Juvenile Court, dependency mediation provides a collaborative forum where parents, child welfare professionals, and other involved parties can openly discuss concerns, explore potential solutions, and work toward agreements. Any agreement reached through mediation is submitted to the judicial officer for review and approval. Once approved, the agreement becomes an enforceable court order.

By encouraging communication and cooperative problem-solving, dependency mediation helps reduce conflict, promotes meaningful participation by all parties, and often resolves matters more efficiently than a contested hearing. The process also minimizes the emotional impact of litigation on children and families by focusing on the family’s strengths and supporting long-term collaboration in addressing the child’s needs.

Click for more information about Juvenile Dependency | Superior Court of California | County of Contra Costa.

Notice: All Contra Costa County Superior Court locations will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026, in observance of Independence Day. Regular court operations will resume on Monday, July 6, 2026.

By BART Communications

For Fourth of July on Saturday, July 4, BART will be running a Sunday schedule (8am-midnight). We will run 5-line service until 8pm and then 3-line service after 8pm.

5-line service means all lines will be running, including the Green and Red lines, which provide direct service into San Francisco.

Extra trains may be added in case of crowding after fireworks in San Francisco. The fireworks show in San Francisco will be from the Golden Gate Bridge beginning at 9:30pm. The best viewing spots are at Crissy Field, Marina Green, and Pier 39.

Muni is providing a Marina Fireworks Shuttle from Powell Street BART Station and a Pier 39 Embarcadero Fireworks Shuttle from the Embarcadero BART Station. Muni’s F-Line also serves Embarcadero to Pier 39. See Muni’s webpage with information. People looking to take BART home, should immediately return to BART to catch the last trains of the evening. The Muni shuttle service could take up to 60 minutes to connect to a BART Station.

The last train to run through downtown San Francisco stations towards the East Bay (with connections to all stations) is at around 12:25am. The last train to run through downtown San Francisco stations towards Daly City/Millbrae is at around 1:10am (this train does not stop at SFO Station). The last train to run through downtown San Francisco that will stop at SFO Station is at around 12:40am.

Planning and paying for your trip 

Plan your door-to-door trip using BART’s Trip Planner. Itineraries will include key transfer information. You can also check Real Time Departures for the stations you use.

Parking at BART stations (except Milpitas and Berryessa stations) is free on weekends.

Every BART station has restrooms except Pittsburg Center, 12th St./Oakland City Center, Civic Center, 16th St. Mission, 24th St. Mission, and the Oakland International Airport Station (Coliseum Station has a restroom).

All Bay Area transit, including BART, accepts contactless debit or credit cards and mobile payment methods such as Apple Pay and Google Pay for adult fare payment. No setup is required. Just Tap and Ride. Each person needs their own card or device. Clipper cards are also accepted.

Riders who use more than one transit agency in a single trip (e.g., BART to VTA) will only be charged full fare on the first operator. A transfer discount of up to $2.85 will apply on any additional transit agency the rider uses within a two-hour window. Transfer discounts are calculated automatically using Tap and Ride or Clipper for accounts that have been upgraded to the next generation system (click here to upgrade your card).

BART Resources 

System Map

Trip Planner

Real Time Departures from each station

Tap and Ride contactless payment

Download the BART Watch App

Text BART Police to report concerns at 510-200-0992

Plus, live entertainment, carnival games, food trucks and more

By City of San Pablo

San Pablo — we’re celebrating the 4th of July in style!

The City of San Pablo is excited to invite you to our annual Fourth of July Celebration. A full evening of live entertainment, carnival games, food trucks, a drone show and more!

Join us starting at 5:30PM and ending our night with a drone show set to launch at 9:30PM at the San Pablo Community Center, 2450 Road 20.

• Doors open 5:30 PM
• Drone show after dark

Come early, stay late, celebrate big. Don’t miss it!

With fun run, parade, live music and fireworks show

By & Pleasant Hill Police Department

This coming weekend, Pleasant Hill will be celebrating the Fourth of July with our annual fun run, parade and fireworks display.

We invite you to participate in our Firecracker 5K Race or Kids 100-yard dash from 7:45-9:00am. Prizes for the top finishers. National Anthem sung by Jennifer Bennett. First up is the 100-Yard Dash followed by the 5K Race. A portion of your registration goes directly to Pleasant Hill sc…

Come to Downtown Pleasant Hill and see the World-Famous Pleasant Hill Parade presented by the Pleasant Hill Coin & Jewelry Exchange. 9:30am-10:30am

After the parade ends, walk over to Pleasant Hill Park on Gregory Lane and join us for the Party in the Park with live music by Inner State 80’s, food by Back 40 Texas BBQ and Kettle Corn, and fun games for the kids! 10:30am-1:30pm

Then enjoy the best fireworks show in the East Bay with a viewing party at College Park High School. There will be music, food and dessert trucks on site. Access is $4 per person (suggested donation). 6:30pm – 10pm

The Pleasant Hill 4th of July Commission works hard to put together the largest single-day event in the city. The commission is not part of the City of Pleasant Hill and is an all-volunteer non-profit organization that was formed in 1976 to celebrate United States Bicentennial. This year we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. For more information visit Pleasant Hill 4th of July or email pleasanthilljuly4@gmail.com.

Police Announce Road Closures

We know how much our community looks forward to these celebrations, and over the next several days, the Pleasant Hill Police Department will be sharing information about these community events. Today, let’s talk about the Fireworks display, which takes begins at 9:15pm on the night of Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in the area of College Park High School.

• Expect delays along Taylor Blvd between Contra Costa Blvd. and Morello Avenue.
• Road closures will occur along Norse Drive, Viking Drive and Ruth Drive.
• Heavy traffic around Diablo Valley College and College Park High School.
• NO PARKING OR STOPPING ON TAYLOR BOULEVARD

Road closures/detours can be expected at least 30 minutes prior to and 30 minutes after the display. The fireworks display will last approximately 30 minutes. Spectators and vehicles will be withheld from entering the fallout zone immediately following the show until the site has been cleared by the Fire Inspector. We anticipate traffic returning to normal by 11:00pm.

For those planning to come into the area and view the fireworks, we suggest that you strive to come early to secure a parking spot in the surrounding community parking areas. Please be patient (and courteous) while driving, given the road closures, detours and increased vehicle traffic. We want everyone to get a good spot, have a good time, and leave in good spirits.

Check back on our social media platforms for more information, including details about the parade route, road closures and other event details that will help you stay informed about what’s to come this Saturday. Have a great week Pleasant Hill!

Killed pedestrian, struck 3 more people

By San Francisco Police Department

On May 25, 2026, at approximately 12:13 am, San Francisco Police officers responded to the area of 16th and Mission Streets regarding a vehicle collision.

Officers were advised that a collision occurred between a vehicle and a pedestrian.

Officers arrived on scene and located a pedestrian victim being treated by paramedics for life threatening injuries. Paramedics transported the victim to a local hospital.

Despite lifesaving efforts of medical staff, the victim was later declared deceased at the hospital.

A preliminary investigation revealed that a vehicle collided with a pedestrian and struck three additional victims.

The three victims were medically assessed on scene for non-life-threatening injuries.

Through the course of the investigation, officers located the suspect vehicle and detained the occupant of the vehicle.

The Traffic Collision Investigations Unit (TCIU) responded to scene and conducted their investigation.

Through the course of the investigation, TCIU investigators developed probable cause to arrest the driver identified as 57-year-old Samuel Powell of Discovery Bay on June 30, 2026.

Powell was arrested and charged for vehicular Manslaughter 192(c)(2) PC and the driver’s responsibility to exercise due care for the safety of any pedestrian within the roadway 21955(b)(3) CVC.

Although an arrest has been made, this remains an open and active investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the SFPD at 415-575-4444 or text a tip to TIP411 and begin the message with SFPD.

Fun Runs, Pancake Breakfast, Parade, Festival, Food, Live Music & Fireworks

By Concord July 4th

Get ready to celebrate America’s 250th and California’s 175th birthdays with friends and family as Concord comes together for a full day of fun, traditions, live entertainment and a spectacular fireworks show! Make plans now to celebrate on Saturday, July 4, 2026.

TODOS SANTOS PLAZA

8:00 AM – Kids Fun Run

8:00 AM – Rotary Pancake Breakfast

8:15 AM – 5K Run and Walk

10:00 AM – Parade through Downtown Concord

1. DIABLO HIGH SCHOOL

4:00 PM – Festival, Food, Vendors & Family Fun

5:30 PM Live Music with Brooks Lundy

7:30 PM Live Music with 3day Weekend

9:00 PM Fireworks to culminate the party!

A special thank you to our Title Sponsor, Marathon Petroleum Corporation, and all of the sponsors, volunteers, and community partners who help make this beloved tradition possible year after year.

Learn more at www.ConcordJuly4th.com.