Martinez Mural Spurs Creation Of Racial Equity Task Force

It was also revealed there are plans for a permanent "Black Lives Matter" artwork on the side of a downtown building.

Gipner Launches Re-Election Campaign For City Council

During her first term on the council, Gipner has channeled her experience as a small business owner to support the city’s local economy.

Teachers Union Supports DA, Prosecution Over Mural Defacement

The Mount Diablo Education Association said DA Diana Becton has received "threatening calls and emails from folks around the country."

Input Sought In Search For New Contra Costa County Administrator

Outgoing Administrator David Twa said reducing Contra Costa's current $677.7 million in unfunded pension liability will be a key challenge.

Half-Cent Sales Tax Hike: Contra Costa Supes Seek Ballot Measure

The tax would raise an estimated $81 million a year to pay for certain county services.

Contra Costa Supes Urged To Extend Eviction Moratorium

Housing advocates are calling on the Board of Supervisors to extend an eviction moratorium order that is scheduled to expire next week.

Contra Costa DA Bans 'Carotid Restraint' Neck Hold

The Contra Costa County District Attorney said Friday she would ban the controversial carotid restraint chokehold among investigators.

Curfew Enacted In Contra Costa County

The Board of Supervisors also declared a local emergency at an emergency meeting Tuesday, dedicated to George Floyd.

Eviction Moratorium Unanimously Extended By Contra Costa County

Supervisors also modified the coronavirus crisis eviction ban to no longer allow certain larger businesses to defer their rent payments.

Martinez Delays Plan To Close Main Street

A plan to close Main Street to traffic on weekends to help downtown merchants hard hit by the coronavirus crisis is approved but delayed.

Say 'I Do' Online: Contra Costa Offers Zoom Marriage Ceremonies

Staff with the Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder's office are ready to perform civil marriage ceremonies on Zoom or over FaceTime.

Contra Costa Superior Court To Mostly Reopen May 26

Most functions of the Contra Costa County Superior Court, including jury service, are set to reopen Monday, May 26, court officials said.

Supes Say Contra Costa Must 'Stay The Course': Coronavirus

The county's board of supervisors discussed progress but stressed that extension of the public health order is necessary.

Nonprofit Hopes To Begin Renovations Of Pacheco Marsh

Time is of the essence, the group says, as the main restoration work must be completed before sea levels rise too much.

Contra Costa County Puts Moratorium On Evictions, Rent Increases

The ordinance covers all parts of the county: its 19 cities and the unincorporated areas.

Contra Costa Supervisors Discuss November Election By Mail Only

The board of supervisors is set to vote on whether to ask Gov. Gavin Newsom to declare the November race a mail-ballot-only election.

CoCo Supes Approve Emergency Worker Hiring Category: Coronavirus

Contra Costa County Supervisors approved an "emergency worker" classification to make it easier to hire workers during the COVID-19 crisis.

Temporary Hospital In Works For Contra Costa Coronavirus Patients

The former Los Medanos Community Hospital in Pittsburg was discussed as a possible site during a Board of Supervisors meeting held remotely.

Price-Gouging Alert: Contra Costa Residents Encouraged To Report

California law prohibits raising the price of many consumer goods and services by more than 10 percent after an emergency has been declared.

Short-Term Rentals In Contra Costa: Supervisors Tweak Ordinance

The ordinance regulating airbnb-type rentals is to require, once approved, that a responsible party 18 or older lives within 30 miles.

REAL-TIME RESULTS: 2020 Contra Costa County Primary Election

Martinez Patch's live roundup of Tuesday's election results from across Contra Costa County in the primary election for March 3, 2020.

Council District Maps: Judge Says Martinez Doesn't Have To Redraw

While the city doesn't have to redraw boundaries, the judge said city lawyers should be ready to do so quickly should an appeal be filed.

Early Voting, Ballot Drop-Off In Martinez, Contra Costa County

Early voting is already underway in Contra Costa County. Here's where to vote early or drop off your official ballot.

Election Day In Martinez: How To Find Your Polling Place

Searching for your polling location for the March 3 presidential primary? Here's what to know prior to Election Day or the day of.

Forums Set For Candidates In 2 Contra Costa Co. Supervisor Races

Both forums are being hosted — and live-streamed — this week by the Contra Costa County Library. Here's how to attend or watch.

Cooper Poised To Be Named Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder

Deborah Cooper's formal appointment to the role vacated by Joe Canciamilla is pending criminal background and social media checks.

Concord Housing Developer, City Of Martinez At Impasse — Again

Executives with DeNova Homes say this latest disagreement has halted further work on the long-planned Traditions at the Meadow tract.

Supervisors Choose Deborah Cooper As Contra Costa Clerk-Recorder

A sixth applicant, Contra Costa County Supervisor Karen Mitchoff, withdrew late last week from consideration.

Martinez City Council Approves Weed Dispensary Near Alhambra High

The dispensary to be operated by former Congressman George Miller's son was OK'd despite objections from Martinez Unified School District.

6 Vie To Become Next Contra Costa County Clerk-Recorder

County supervisors are set to interview six candidates vying for the role vacated by former Clerk-Recorder Joe Canciamilla, who resigned.

Efforts To 'Save John Muir's Hill' As Open Space Have Not Died

Jamie Fox of the Alhambra Hills Open Space Committee says he hopes one day soon, he and others won't have to pass a "No Trespassing" sign.

Here's How Martinez Lawmakers Voted On Impeaching Trump

A bitterly divided House of Representatives voted Wednesday to impeach President Donald Trump. Here's what your representatives had to say.

Supervisors Discuss Compensating Courts For Criminal Justice Fees

Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia said wiping out the fees is designed to help get former inmates back on their feet more quickly.

Short-Term Rentals In Contra Costa County: Ordinance Proposed

Supervisors were scheduled to discuss a draft ordinance regulating such rentals in unincorporated areas of Contra Costa County.

Martinez Native Named Contra Costa Water District General Manager

Steve Welch assumes his new role Dec. 2.

Outgoing Contra Costa Co. Clerk-Recorder Fined, May Face Charges

BREAKING: The CA Fair Political Practices Commission voted unanimously to accept a settlement deal with longtime politician Joe Canciamilla.

Contra Costa, Alameda Counties Plan To Combat Illegal Dumping

New funding and strategies aimed at preventing illegal dumping and waste were announced by elected officials.

Your Drinking Water Is Safe: Letter To The Editor

The general managers of two East Bay water districts offer reassurance to Martinez residents

Contra Costa Co. Supervisors To Vote On E-Cigarette Ban

The ordinance, if passed, would apply to unincorporated parts of Contra Costa County.

Martinez Planning Commissioner Announces Bid For Supervisor Seat

Sean Trambley has announced his 2020 campaign for a seat on the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors.