County May Demolish Admin Tower To Make Way For Office Building

Contra Costa County administrators did not say when demolition of the 12-story building, one of the tallest in the county, might begin.

Martinez Sets Out To Redraw Council District Boundaries

Many favor an independent commission, one saying it would keep Martinez from being "the poster child for how badly districts can be drawn."

Developer Seeks $35M In Lawsuit Against City Of Martinez

Concord-based DeNova Homes is suing the city over the Traditions at the Meadows housing project at the former Pine Meadow Golf Course.

Contra Costa County Government: Important Message

Information about the recent error requesting collection for Juvenile Probation fees.

Contra Costa County Government: 43rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ceremony

In 2021, fifty-three years will have passed since the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. That sobering reminder will serve as ...

Martinez Supports Fee Cap On DoorDash, GrubHub To Help Businesses

Such fees, especially during the pandemic, have been as high as 30 percent in cities where temporary caps are not in place.

Newsom Selects DA Becton To Serve On CA Victim Compensation Board

Gov. Gavin Newsom selected Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton as the sole public member of the three-person board.

Here's How Much Property Tax PG&E Paid To Contra Costa County

PG&E announced over $268 million in semi-annual property tax payments to 50 counties. Here's how much PG&E paid Contra Costa County.

Contra Costa Supervisors Unveil New Administration Building

At 12 stories, it remains one of the tallest buildings in Contra Costa County.

Despite Union Disapproval, Nino Hired As County Administrator

One labor representative said hiring Monica Nino to lead Contra Costa County "is tantamount to declaring war on county employees."

Martinez City Council Bids Farewell To Gipner; Zorn Sworn In

Martinez City Council members said outgoing Councilwoman Noralea Gipner was "Martinez's greatest ambassador" and a "hard act to follow."

Cannabis 'Community Benefit' Money Must Stay In Respective Cities

Money paid by cannabis operators should stay in the Contra Costa communities those businesses are in, supervisors decided.

2 More Trees Deemed Hazards, Set For Removal In Downtown Martinez

Six other trees considered to be public hazards were recently removed from the 800 block of Main Street, the city said.

Contra Costa Hires 1st Female, 1st Hispanic County Administrator

Monica Nino comes to Contra Costa County from San Joaquin County where she has served as county administrator for seven years.

Martinez Fishing Pier: City To Host Community Walk-Through

As the city prepares to apply for a grant to fund pier improvements, the public can join the discussion during an upcoming walk-through.

Martinez Voters Mail It In For 2020 General Election

About one in 20 Contra Costa County voters opted to head to the polls. See the county's record-breaking voter registration totals.

Martinez Unified School District Election Results

Candidates competed in the Nov. 3 general election to represent Areas 1, 2, 4 and 5 on the Martinez USD governing board.

City Of Martinez Election Results 2020

Tuesday's general election included local races for Martinez City Council, treasurer and city clerk.

Martinez Election Day: Report How It's Going

Have you experienced long lines today, or witnessed voter intimidation?

Voting In Martinez: Everything You Need To Know

What to know this Election Day in Martinez.

Martinez 2020 Election Guide: City Council, County Supervisor

Local races include Martinez city treasurer, two City Council seats, four school board seats, District 5 county supervisor, among others.

Vote In Person In Martinez: These Vote Centers Now Open

Here’s a list of polling places in Martinez, to cast or drop off your ballot in person for the Nov. 3 Election.

51 Percent Of Martinez Ballots Already Returned

As of Wednesday, nearly a week before the election, more than half of all ballots had been cast and safely returned to the county.

Vote Centers In Martinez: Where To Vote In Person 2020

Here’s a list of polling places in Martinez, to cast or drop off your ballot in person for the Nov. 3 election.

Martinez Puts New Anti-Racism Task Force On Hold

City Council members and citizens expressed displeasure that seven of the 11 nominees for the inaugural panel are white.

Bay Area Election Experts Reassure Voters After Reports Of Iran, Russia Accessing Some Voter Registration Data

“These actions are desperate attempts by desperate adversaries,” the Director of National Intelligence said.

20 Percent Of Contra Costa Ballots Already Returned

Nearly 125,000 ballots have already been received by the Registrar of Voters. A few voters forgot to sign their ballots.

Martinez, Contra Costa Ballot Drop Box Locations, Nov. 2020

Are you anxious to make sure your ballot arrives early so that it will be counted? Here’s where to drop it off.

2 Cited In Confrontation During Protest At Martinez Courthouse

Protesters gathered outside the courthouse as a brief hearing was held for two people accused of defacing a Black Lives Matter mural.

Martinez Fishing Pier To Remain Open, For Now

Martinez City Council voted to move quickly to make stopgap repairs to the city's deteriorating fishing pier.

Ruth Bader Ginsburg Tribute Event Held In Martinez

About 100 people attended the function held in front of the Wakefield Taylor Courthouse in downtown Martinez.

Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Contra Costa County

ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Contra Costa County from voting.

$3.6B Annual Budget Approved By Contra Costa County Supervisors

"We're still in very uncertain times, including the ongoing effects of COVID," County Administrator David Twa said about the 2020-21 budget.

Countywide Sales Tax Measure: Contra Costa Kicks Off Campaign

The Contra Costa County sales tax measure, Measure X, depends on the passage of Senate Bill 1349.

Contra Costa Elections Building Named For Longtime Clerk-Recorder

Supervisors voted unanimously to name the Clerk-Recorder Elections Dept. building at Escobar Street and Alhambra Avenue after Stephen Weir.

Anti-Racism Task Force: City Seeks Applicants

Nine people will be selected through an interview process that will involve both the City Council and a community panel.

Supervisors React To DA's Statement About Closing Juvenile Hall

Three Contra Costa County supervisors said they were disappointed to hear about the DA's plans for a task force from a news release.

Lawyer For Duo Accused Of Mural Defacing Blasts Hate Crime Charge

David Nelson and Nicole Anderson both pleaded not guilty to vandalism and hate crime charges in a Martinez court arraignment.

Contra Costa District Attorney Calls For Closure Of Juvenile Hall

"This transition is urgent," Contra Costa County DA Diana Becton about her aim to move away from "youth prisons."

Former Contra Costa Clerk-Recorder Pleads Not Guilty To 34 Counts

Longtime politician Joe Canciamilla was arraigned on allegations he illegally used nearly $262,000 from his election campaign accounts.