Contra Costa Times (Walnut Creek, CA) articles from December 2006

Contra Costa Times (Walnut Creek, CA) archives from December 2006

John Muir, insurer strike deal: Blue Cross, hospital group prevent service interruption by agreeing to new two-year contract.
December 1, 2006

Richmond violence returns City struggles for solutions to persistent bloodshed.
December 1, 2006

Loan limit stays despite pricey homes: Federal number holds for East Bay because of price drop across nation.
December 1, 2006

Meters set to take a bigger bite: LAFAYETTE: Rate to feed the meter downtown is set to double sometime in February.
December 1, 2006

Holiday event is a hometown celebration: TRI-VALLEY: Singalongs, tree lightings, and appearances by Santa are reasons for seasonal cheer.
December 1, 2006

Temple opens its doors for event: LIVERMORE: Local Hindus mark the birth of Shri Krishna, an incarnation of Vishnu, in annual celebration.
December 1, 2006

Cal stadium named a U.S. historic site: BERKELEY: University leaders still will vote Dec. 4 on renovation as city warns of legal action.
December 1, 2006

Homeless feel the sting of cold spell: County services have secured more beds, but advocates say there still is not enough supply.
December 1, 2006

Organ recipient urges others to give: Pinole woman honors the man who saved her life by speaking out for donation program.
December 1, 2006

EDITORIAL: Lesson via meth movie.(Editorial)
December 1, 2006

EDITORIAL: Editorials Left with little choice.(Editorial)
December 1, 2006

Stanford's Osaisai puts football first: Cardinal's 100-meter record holder and CB gives defense the speed it needs.
December 1, 2006

Baze finally grabs piece of fame: Christie's Fame pushes the veteran jockey into a tie for wins with Pincay.
December 1, 2006

Former St. Mary's coach has Cal Poly in title hunt.
December 1, 2006

Pietrus in for big payday?
December 1, 2006

Things to look for in the Big Game.
December 1, 2006

Ex-Raider Buchanon didn't last long as Texan.
December 1, 2006

Baze charges into record book with a winner.
December 1, 2006

Hundreds mourn fallen Richmond cop.
December 1, 2006

Las Lomas student charged with assault.
December 1, 2006

Seven arrested in Pleasanton drug case.
December 1, 2006

Police at scene of Concord shooting.
December 1, 2006

Verse to await court hearings in mental hospital.
December 1, 2006

Guard members cited for time in Iraq, away from family.
December 1, 2006

Gateway off-ramp reopens after truck fire.
December 1, 2006

Weather causing Bay Area flight delays.
December 1, 2006

TV's `Heroes' show their power: new series is gaining strength.
December 1, 2006

TV superheroes through the decades.
December 1, 2006

City mourns slain police officer: RICHMOND: Harper recalled as exceptional on and off the job.
December 2, 2006

Contract fight leaves patients bruised: Many irritated by uncertainty brought on by John Muir, Blue Cross dispute and fearful of recurrence.
December 2, 2006

City develops 'grand' plans for boulevard: BRENTWOOD: Goal is to turn 'junkyard' strip into a residential and business center that will boost the local economy.
December 2, 2006

Old age is hard on theater company: WALNUT CREEK: Center Rep finds that drop in subscriptions is partly due the demise of aging theatergoers.
December 2, 2006

Drowsy drivers urged to rest: Highway patrol officials recommend stopping in a well-lit area and walking around a bit.
December 2, 2006

Health plans give workers reins But confusion, fear of cost keep enrollment low, experts say.
December 2, 2006

EDITORIAL: It's about free speech for those with money.(Editorial)
December 2, 2006

EDITORIAL: Hansen has worked miracles at Doctors.(Editorial)
December 2, 2006

EDITORIAL: Times is right about Rangel's call for a draft.(Editorial)
December 2, 2006

EDITORIAL: Animals not for entertainment.(Editorial)
December 2, 2006

Correction.
December 2, 2006

EDITORIAL: Expose those neocon notions.(Editorial)
December 2, 2006

EDITORIAL: Ship issue account misleading.(Editorial)
December 2, 2006

WITH RICH PAST, LAB SETS BOLD COURSE.
December 2, 2006

Baze charges into record book.
December 2, 2006

No matter the situation, it's always a Big Game: Cal is bowl-bound, Stanford floundering, but there's always something special about the rivalry.
December 2, 2006

Senegalese recruit from Japan adjusting at Cal: Bears coach Boyle was fortunate to find N'Diaye, who's fitting in well on the women's basketball team.
December 2, 2006

Warriors hit the road lugging a losing streak after Bucks win.
December 2, 2006

Warriors hit the road lugging a losing streak.
December 2, 2006

Cal gets Axe and title to boot.
December 2, 2006

By any name, Asomugha's good.
December 2, 2006

Bistro owner in arrears on city loans.
December 3, 2006

Performing arts stalwart dies at 69: Conner videotaped many local troupes but was a particular fan of the Contra Costa Children's Chorus.
December 3, 2006

City to break ground on new low-income housing: Officials try to quell residents' fears that new units will bring increased traffic congestion, crime.
December 3, 2006

Changing priorities fuel distrust of bond plans: Schools that were due to benefit from money may not see their share, which leaves some leery of supporting future votes.
December 3, 2006

Hindu rituals celebrate peace: Festival at the Geeta Jayanti in Livermore draws the curious as well as those seeking to reconnect with culture.
December 3, 2006

Guard unit honored for its service in Iraq: DUBLIN: Bravo company spent 180 days in war zone; troops wonder if they'll ship out elsewhere.
December 3, 2006

EDITORIAL: Long-awaited good news for county finances.(Editorial)
December 3, 2006

For enthusiasts, big collection of tractors have a strong pull to San Ramon farm: A mechanical menagerie.
December 3, 2006

Axe and title to boot: Cal's fifth straight Big Game win over Stanford gives Bears share of their first Pac-10 title since 1975.
December 3, 2006

A's only need tinkering heading into next year: 'There's no real sense of urgency on our end,' GM Beane says.
December 3, 2006

By any name, Asomugha's good: Raiders cornerback is playing at a Pro Bowl level in his fourth NFL season.
December 3, 2006

Warriors hit the road lugging a losing streak.
December 3, 2006

Raiders lose to Texans, hit season low.
December 3, 2006

Road ecology paves way to understanding of how highways can co-exist with wildlife.
December 4, 2006

Next Hwy. 4 work set for 2008: EAST COUNTY: Start of widening hinges on other jobs being done; estimate of $103 million could change.
December 4, 2006

A RETURN TO THE FOLD: Pleasant Hill priest finds fertile ground in seeking to bring lapsed Catholics back to faith.
December 4, 2006

Rabbi discusses Israel's daily dilemma: OAKLAND: Leader of rabbinical group notes 'red line' separating right to self-defense and what constitutes overkill.
December 4, 2006

Politics make this couple the perfect bedfellows.
December 4, 2006

East Bay Jews get new resting place: BRIONES HILLS: With lawsuit dropped, 30-acre Gan Shalom Cemetery moves ahead.
December 4, 2006

EDITORIAL: Hercules vs. Wal-Mart.
December 4, 2006

EDITORIAL: Underground storage.
December 4, 2006

Oakley preschool presents families in need with holiday gifts, courtesy of local donors.
December 4, 2006

Raiders' 'O' reaches new low vs. Texans: Oakland falls despite limiting Houston to minus-5 yards net passing.
December 4, 2006

Bad start sends Cal to defeat: Bears give Nevada a scare but can't quite overcome early struggles in 77-71 loss to Wolf Pack.
December 4, 2006

Bears' run game a concern: Tedford points to offensive line as big part of the reason for Cal's low scoring output in its past three games.
December 4, 2006

Walker at home in the paint: Cal forward scores 27 points to lead Bears to big win over Arkansas State.
December 4, 2006

Warriors follow-through continuing to fall short: Golden State has lost five games after leading in the fourth quarter.
December 4, 2006

Magazine casts net beyond campus: BERKELEY: Editors want publication to appeal to more than Cal alumni.
December 4, 2006

Gravel spill closes Kirker Pass.
December 4, 2006

Road Warriors embarrassed by Spurs again.
December 4, 2006

Antioch carjacking suspects arrested.
December 4, 2006

San Ramon student killed in wreck; mother remains in a coma.
December 4, 2006

By 2016, an older Tri-Valley will mean social service changes.
December 4, 2006

Bicyclist robbed at gunpoint.
December 4, 2006

Spare the Air again tonight.
December 4, 2006