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Three-way settlement allows housing, park at former golf course
In what they hope will end 4-1/2 years of lawsuits, name-calling, petition drives and general contentiousness, the City of Martinez, a Concord-based homebuilder and a citizens’ group have reached...Read More
Sixteen couples can tie the knot at John Muir National Historic Site
The Contra Costa County Clerk is offering destination weddings at the 170-year-old John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez in August, and reservations are available online. Friday, Aug. 16,...Read More
Crews contain brush fire near Martinez
Fire crews contained a brush fire burning west of Martinez on Friday afternoon to 24 acres before it could damage any homes or other structures, according to the Contra...Read More
Coroner identifies woman killed by freight train
The Contra Costa County coroner’s office has identified a woman fatally struck by a freight train Saturday evening in Martinez as 32-year-old Liliana Alum. Alum, a Martinez resident, was...Read More
Caltrans begins first phase of Highway 4 work with overnight closures
Caltrans will close state Highway 4 in Martinez overnight on Thursday and Friday for the first phase of a project intended to reduce congestion and improve safety at the...Read More
Emotional confrontation prompts judge to clear courtroom during accused killer’s hearing
A tense and emotional preliminary hearing for a man accused of a fatal stabbing while trying to bring his 12-year-old daughter home from an apartment complex in Pittsburg went...Read More
County officials claim program cuts necessary to balance increased wages, benefits
At a public hearing Tuesday to get input on the county’s 2019-2020 recommended budget, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will get a report that says sharp wage...Read More
Woman struck, killed in Martinez while trying to cross Highway 4
A woman was killed Thursday on state Highway 4 in Martinez after she reportedly was involved in a crash and was struck by a vehicle while trying to cross...Read More
Pittsburg man sentenced to 21 years in prison for assaults, attempted rape
A Pittsburg man has been sentenced to 21 years in state prison for multiple assaults and an attempted rape in 2016.Read More
Contra Costa emergency services chief arrested on drug possession charges
A 19-year veteran of the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District has been arrested on suspicion of drug possession.Read More
One killed in Martinez crash
Police in Martinez are investigating a vehicle crash that left one person dead Thursday night.Read More
Deputies shut down illegal Martinez video poker ‘casino’
Sheriff's deputies have arrested a man who they say was running an illegal gambling operation in Martinez.Read More
District-based city council races debut in Concord, Martinez
Concord's first foray into district elections led to two current City Councilmembers winning and a newcomer winning a seat with no incumbent running.Read More
Contra Costa voters can cast ballots in drive-thru
Contra Costa County is providing a drive-thru option in Martinez for voters who want to drop off their vote-by-mail ballots Monay or Tuesday.Read More
Four displaced in apartment complex fire
Four people were displaced this morning after a 1-alarm fire at a Martinez apartment complex.Read More
One injured in Martinez water plant explosion
An employee was injured Thursday morning by an explosion at the city's water treatment plant, according to a city news release.Read More
Man arrested in San Jose hit-and-run
An 18-year-old San Jose man was arrested after a hit-and-run collision early Thursday morning in his hometown, police said.Read More
Weddings atop Mt. Diablo are a thing now
The Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder is offering 20 couples an opportunity to get married at the top of Mount Diablo State Park.Read More
Train tank cars derail at Shell oil facility
Two tank cars derailed early Tuesday morning in the Shell Oil Yard in Martinez, but stayed upright and did not spill any hazardous materials.Read More