Police investigate apparent murder-suicide in Pleasanton
Two people were found dead in a Pleasanton home Wednesday evening in what police believe to be a possible murder-suicide.
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Meta to pay $17 billion — and limit ‘likes’ for teens — in social media settlement with states
Meta agreed to pay up to $17 billion and to make changes to its platforms to end a major case on children and social media addiction.
PUSD breaks ground on Amador campus renovation project
PUSD leaders and administrators from Amador Valley High celebrated the ceremonial groundbreaking of the high school’s campus renovation project Monday, which aims to build new athletic and performing arts facilities.
Livermore council nixes elections for unchallenged incumbents after fiery debate
The Livermore City Council last week agreed to cancel two uncontested elections following a clash with a local community leader regarding voter participation.
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Lifestyle
Concert in the Park with the Pleasanton Weekly
Scores of readers stopped by our booth in Lions Wayside Park, spinning the prize wheel, chatting up reporters, grabbing that day’s print edition and learning more about how to support nonprofit local news in the Tri-Valley.
Explore Pleasanton’s ‘haunted history’ on Ghost Walk tours
The Museum on Main is again offering people the opportunity to engage with downtown Pleasanton’s spooky past with its Ghost Walk program over two weekends in October.
Livermore Valley Rotary Club barbecue to bring food, culture and service to Carnegie Park
A community barbecue held in Livermore will bring food, family activities and cultural performances together while raising money for local service programs next month.
A&E
Mozart, Brahms and ‘The Little Mermaid’: Pacific Chamber Orchestra sets 2026-27 lineup
PCO plans a robust performance season for the year ahead, with six concerts in the Tri-Valley connected by its theme for 2026-27: “Intimate. Stirring. Satisfying.”
Bordes back at Firehouse: Pleasanton native’s Louis Armstrong tribute helps kick off fall season at hometown theater
“A Tribute to Louis Armstrong” gives Pleasanton native Jeff Bordes, whose band is performing the concert in his hometown venue, the chance to celebrate the late bandleader who continues to inspire his approach to music and live entertainment.
Livermore on the itinerary for Paula Poundstone’s wide-ranging travels
A Livermore show is set to mark Santa Monica resident Paula Poundstone’s last scheduled appearance in her home state for months to come, with the longtime comedian booked for shows throughout the country through next spring in the latest stretch…
Spotlight
This California Delta community is drawing Bay Area homebuyers to the water
Bay Area residents understand the value of open space. That’s why it’s no surprise a private waterfront enclave on the California Delta is drawing homebuyers who are ready for a different kind of life.
Ivy League mentorship for college applications and career foundations through meaningful projects
Path Mentors was born out of dissatisfaction with the toxic high-pressure environment that college admissions has created. Founded in 2019 by Columbia graduates, the Path Mentors’ team of nearly 100 mentors from a wide range of professions including technology, finance,…
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Community rallies to aid Blackhawk Plaza ducks following pond’s closure
The ongoing saga of Blackhawk Plaza’s troubles amid tenant vacancies, turnovers, and multiple legal proceedings including its owners’ bankruptcy came home to roost in recent weeks as the longstanding pond closed for repairs just before the start of summer.
Pleasanton Weekly wins General Excellence, nine other first-place honors in California Journalism Awards
“The winning categories capture the quality, range and impact of our journalism: General Excellence, Investigative Reporting, Enterprise Series, Best Newsletter, Columns, Editorial Comment, Business and the Economy, Sports Feature, Profile Story and Fine Arts.”
Sports
Pleasanton Preps: Humbled by my Amador Hall of Fame selection
“There aren’t a lot of times when something can render me speechless. But when I got the notice that I was part of the group being inducted into the Amador Hall of Fame, speechless is exactly what I was ……
Football back in action across the Tri-Valley
Friday Night Lights begins this week, and we have nearly a full slate of games on the calendar.
Pleasanton Preps: Tri-Valley Babe Ruth team reaches World Series final
Also: Knight advances to U.S. Amateur quarters; Kropschot earns UFC contract; CYO basketball signups
ReAL Estate
Pleasanton council rejects multi-story residential project downtown
The Pleasanton City Council unanimously voted to nix a Pleasanton family’s housing application earlier this month that would have turned an unused commercial office building near Main Street into a three-story residential building.
Real estate ‘seasons’: The calendar vs. the market
“As we trade summer for fall, the idea of waiting until things pick up and more homes come on the market might deserve some rethinking. The right season is the one where the numbers line up for buyers and sellers.”
SRVUSD moves toward selling Danville office site
Public agencies and nonprofits were notified this summer of their eligibility to express interest in acquiring the longtime SRVUSD office site during a mandated priority notice period. If no such entity makes a play, the district aims to get clearance…
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