Antioch PD and Starr 3, a match made in heaven!

By Antioch Police Department

You may wonder how we got here! On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, our officers tried to stop a stolen white Ford van, but the driver pretended he didn’t see us. Due to the time of day, our officers chose to find a better place and time to make the arrest.

Instead of rethinking his decision, the villain in the van continued driving his stolen automobile through our city like his days weren’t numbered. That’s when our friends at Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Department joined the fray with their eyes in the sky. They followed the reckless heathen as he drove the wrong from Antioch to Pittsburg and back to Antioch.

When he ditched the car on 8th Street in Antioch we swooped in like peregrine falcons and caught the car thief slippin’!

APD Lt. Joe Njoroge identified the suspect as 47-year-old Alfred Durell Stone of Antioch.

According to localcrimenews.com, he was also arrested in 2009 by the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Department for forgery, uttering a fictitious check, receiving or concealing stolen,  property, false personation of another and unauthorized use of personal identifying.

According to the Sheriff’s Department, as of June 27th at 7:18 PM, Stone was out of custody and there was an error in booking.

See Antioch Police and Contra Costa Sheriff’s helicopter video of suspect’s apprehension and chase of van.

Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.

Get ready to make a splash! Join us for a magical day filled with jump houses, games, face painting & more. Whether you’re enjoying the adventure or relaxing in the sun, this is one storybook event you won’t want to miss!

Time: 11 AM – 6 PM

Location: Antioch Water Park, 4701 Lone Tree Way

General Admission = ALL-DAY fun for all ages!

For tickets visit Antioch Water Park Admission.

Ahoy, Antioch!

Get ready to set sail at our Box Boat Derby on Saturday, June 28th! Grab your cardboard, duct tape and creativity because it’s time to build the ultimate boat and race it down the lap pool.

Whether you’re a DIY pro or just in it for the fun, this event is for everyone. So, gather your crew, get crafty, and let’s make a splash together!

All ages welcome.

AWARDS for the most creative, fastest, and best-dressed boats!

Check In Begins: 11:15am.

Race Start Time: 12:30pm

Location: Antioch Water Park – Lap Pool

We hope to see you for a day full of fun, laughter, and friendly competition!

More info can be found on our Events tab at antiochwaterpark.com.

All participants and spectators must have a valid general admission ticket for that day. Tickets are available by clicking here.

By City of Antioch Recreation Department

Sign-ups for the July 4th Dunk Tank Fundraiser are open until Thursday, June 27 and there’s no better way to make a splash than raising money for a fantastic cause! Every dollar raised goes towards our RECREATION FEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS.

Not interested in sitting in the tank? You can still show support with a donation which gives you a chance to sink our sitter!

You’ll find the Dunk Tank located in the Kids Zone!

Come by to cheer on our throwers and volunteers as we raise money to provide recreational opportunities for our communities.

Tag someone you think should take the plunge!

For more info visit: https://antiochca.gov/fc/recreation/special-events/dunk-tank-2025.pdf.

Live music, spoken word, art, kids’ games, food and vendor booths at Grace Bible Fellowship of Antioch

Grace Arms’ annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 21, 2025, will feature live performances from two headliners, Kevin Ross and Klassic Man & The Klique. Plus, Spoken Word Artist Arielle Deseré and Gospel Artist Evangelist Bean. In addition, the event will offer kids’ games, food and vendor booths from 12 Noon to 5:00 PM.

Ross is a dynamic force in modern R&B, seamlessly blending timeless soul with a fresh, contemporary flair. Klassic Man, known for capturing the highs and lows of love through his melodic voice and sensual style, the evening’s performance will speak to the soul and extend far beyond the close of the evening.

Spoken Word Artist Arielle Deseré is a poet and spoken word artist born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the HBCU, Norfolk State University and Master of Art in TV and Film from San Diego State University.

Gospel Artist Evangelist Bean. Growing up in the cold streets of Richmond and Oakland, Evangelist Bean has always envisioned himself gracing some of the same platforms as Fred Hammond, Kelly Price, Regina Bell and Bishop Paul Morton to name a few. Well, it is now safe to say, “Mission Accomplished”.

Event MC Mickel London is a prolific songwriter, producer, philanthropist and the founder of Music Medicine, a benefit concert & music event organization.

Presented by Grace Arms of Antioch and Makin Moves Motorcycle Club, and sponsored by Hilltop Ford Kia, East Bay Community Foundation, Rocketship Public Schools and Art by Angela.

All other details can be found on our website at www.gracearmsofantioch.org/juneteenth.

Grace Arms of Antioch a 5013c grass roots community organization needs your financial support.
Please contribute via the donate button to support not only our upcoming Juneteenth 2025 festival as well as the amazing programs we offer in the Contra Costa, CA area.  You can make an impact, whether you contribute $5 or $500, every dollar helps. 

Click the donate button to give today! Thank you for your support.

“We transform lives and elevate promise”

At Paradise Skate

Presented by Forever Me Foundation and Celebrate Antioch Foundation.

Fundraiser for Stand Down on the Delta 2025

By Antioch Parks & Recreation Department

City of Antioch! Kick off the Fourth of July Celebration with our Annual Parade! It will be held on W. 2nd Street in historic, downtown Rivertown.

Share your celebratory spirit with floats, performances, and special appearances!

Last call for sign-ups are June 23rd! for more info visit our website: antiochca.gov/recreation/parade-entry-info