Rockin' Jump Bounces Into Concord; Announces Grand Opening

The trampoline park founded in the East Bay celebrates Rockin' Jump Concord's grand opening and looks to hire around 50 part-time employees.

Former MoviePass Executives To Pay $400K: Contra Costa DA

Contra Costa is among four California counties that reached a settlement agreement with two executives of the now-defunct movie ticket app.

PG&E Announces Buyer For San Francisco HQ, Relocation To East Bay

PG&E has agreed to sell its headquarters for $800 million and move all its offices — including San Ramon and Concord — to Oakland.

Concord Approves $1M Rent Relief Program For Small Businesses

The program will provide one-time grants of $10,000 to small businesses undergoing financial difficulties due to COVID-19.

PETA Commends Gap For Ban On Glue Traps At Concord, All Stores

By banning "vile glue traps" at Gap, Old Navy and Banana Republic stores, Gap "proves it has a big heart for small animals," PETA said.

Free Krispy Kreme Doughnut For Vaccinated Contra Costa Customers

Show your COVID-19 vaccine record, receive one free glazed doughnut per day.

Concord Speech Therapy Company Grows During Pandemic

A brand-new speech therapy company had to get creative when the pandemic rendered their entire model almost useless.

Concord Area Bankruptcy Filings Slowed Amid 2020 Pandemic

Bankruptcy filings were down in Contra Costa County last year, but experts expect them to surge in coming years.

How Reliable Is Your California Power Utility?

See how well utility providers in the Concord area and across CA serve their customers.

Fry's Electronics To Close Concord, All Remaining U.S. Stores

The company founded in Silicon Valley nearly 36 years ago cited challenges brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.

COVID: Lawsuit By CoCo Businesses On Hold

As California passes 2 million confirmed cases of coronavirus and hospitals are swamped, a lawsuit over reopening is delayed.

Free Coffee For Front-Line Workers At Starbucks In Concord

“We want to show our deep gratitude for those who support and protect us every day with a small gesture of kindness and a cup of coffee.”

How To Avoid Black Friday Scams In Concord

Consumers in Concord can take steps to lessen the chance of falling victim to a scam.

Best Concord Business Of The Year: Nominate Your Favorite

Help us shine a spotlight on your favorite local business. Nominate them as a Concord Business of the Year.

Macy's Announces Holiday Hiring, Including At Concord Store

Seasonal applicants often receive an offer the same day they apply. About one-third of Macy's store leadership started this way.

Contra Costa Bar Owner Accused Of Operating Despite Health Order

The DA's Office alleges a Pittsburg bar owner not only violated the county's health order but was operating on a suspended alcohol license.

$5K Grants Available For Small Businesses In Concord

The program aims to provide financial relief, through CARES Act funding, for 130 local firms hit hard by coronavirus.

These Concord Companies Got The Biggest PPP Loans

More than 87,000 California companies received loans, according to new data released this week. See how Concord businesses fared.

Concord Companies Score Federal Coronavirus Contracts

Companies in Concord and the East Bay received millions from the government to help combat the coronavirus pandemic

Chuck E. Cheese: Concord Location Could Close

With $1 billion in debt, the firm is reportedly not paying rent, furloughing staff and paying execs millions in "prebankruptcy bonuses."

PG&E Concord Office To Close Amid Move To Oakland

PG&E plans to relocate from San Francisco to Oakland and close its Concord and San Ramon offices to cut costs.

Sunvalley Shopping Center Announces Reopening Date

The retail center at 1 Sunvalley Mall in Concord has announced its post-COVID operating hours. Here's what to know.

Victoria’s Secret Closing 250 Stores; See Locations In Concord

Parent company L Brands also announced it plans to close 50 Bath & Body Works locations in the United States and Canada.

Pier 1 To Permanently Close All Stores, Including Concord

Stores will reopen long enough to sell-off all inventory.

J.C. Penney Bankruptcy Could Affect Concord Store: Report

The iconic retailer J.C. Penney, which has a store in Concord, could become the latest to seek bankruptcy amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Concord Local Business Guide: What's Open Or Closed In Town

We asked local businesses to update their status and created a handy guide from their responses.

Concord Easter 2020: Updated List Of Stores Open, Closed

Target, Trader Joe’s and other major stores in or near Concord are closed Easter Sunday to give essential workers a day off.

Concord Business Owners: Open or Closed? Let Local Customers Know

We’re publishing a simple Open-or-Closed directory for Concord businesses. Here’s how to get listed.

Concord's Epidemic Ales Brewery Closes Doors During Pandemic

Epidemic Ales Brewery is among the businesses to close their doors during the coronavirus outbreak. But beer is still being made.

Coronavirus: CVS Waives Delivery Fees For Meds In Concord

CVS Pharmacies are providing free home delivery of prescription meds amid precautions surrounding the new coronavirus.

Visit Concord CEO's Goal To Open Visitor Center Becomes Reality

With the Concord Visitor Center set to open next month, the person who envisioned it has been named CEO and president of Visit Concord.

Undercover Contra Costa Sting: 4 Accused Of Auto Insurance Fraud

Employees of auto-body repair shops in Concord, Pittsburg and Richmond are facing charges, the District Attorney's Office said.

Barnes & Noble In Concord Hosting 'My Favorite Teacher' Contest

Barnes & Noble invites high school students to send in a letter about a teacher who inspired them. The contest is open through February.

Pier 1 Imports, With 3 East Bay Stores, Closing Up To 450 Sites

The planned closures come as the company deals with less foot traffic.

Concord Company Named Finalist For Innovation Award

Pacific Plaza Imports​ has been named as a finalist for an East Bay Innovation Award.

Friends Pitch In To Keep East Bay Bookstore Running

As the owner of a bookstore recovers from emergency amputation, friends —and friends of friends— have stepped up to keep his business going.

BevMo! Resolves Consumer Protection Suit Filed By 3 CA Counties

The case against the Concord, California-based beverage retail giant stemmed from scanner overcharges, a deputy district attorney said.

CVS Accused Of Not Complying With CA Recycling Law In Concord

CalRecycle filed a $3.6-million enforcement action against CVS involving 81 stores, including two in Concord.

More Kmart, Sears Stores To Close, Including In Concord

"We have made the difficult but necessary decision to streamline our operations and close 96 Sears and Kmart stores."

Self-Driving Shuttle, Olli, Tested At Naval Weapons Station

The Contra Costa Transportation Authority is testing the 3D-printed electric shuttle at GoMentum at Concord Naval Weapons Station.