Free Services, Benefits For Vets At 'Operation Documentation'

The event runs until noon today in Martinez.

Measure R Cannabis Permits: Supes To Advise County Staff

The Tuesday meeting will be held in Martinez as Contra Costa officials turn attention to operators of marijuana-related businesses.

New Martinez City Councilman Says 'District' Switch Helped

John Stevens narrowly defeated Debbie McKillop by just 25 votes.

Drive-Thru Voting: Drop Off Mail-In Ballots In Contra Costa Co.

Cast your vote while never even leaving your car at this option in Martinez. AND ... you'll receive the "I Voted" sticker!

Veteran Homelessness Drop 5.2% Across CA: HUD Report

While acknowledging "great strides" made providing stable housing to vets, Secretary Ben Carson said, "We still have a lot of work to do."

Flood-Insurance Premiums Slashed In Portions Of Contra Costa Co.

Residents and businesses in some unincorporated areas will see rates drop due to new FEMA rating.

League Of Women Voters Team Up With County For Elections

Several televised roundtables and forums planned to aid in understanding issues and hearing from candidates in Contra Costa County.

Short-Term Rentals: Regulations Under Review In Contra Costa Co.

Limiting number of guests, enforcing quiet hours, requiring business licenses are among plans under consideration by supervisors.

Postal Service In Martinez: Congressmen Call Town Hall Meeting

Reps. Thompson and DeSaulnier will hear people's concerns about the local post office and, hopefully, provide some answers.

'Shock-and-Awe Show Of Force' By Cops Needed On BART: Advocates

Bay Area Council president recommends police agencies around BART areas convene task force, up efforts to send tough message to criminals.

Martinez Sales Tax Measure On City Council Agenda

City Council is set to discuss putting a sales tax increase on the November ballot.

Governor Brown Signs Landmark Privacy Law co-authored by Sen Dodd

The California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018, co-authored by Senator Bill Dodd, signed into law

Martinez Open Space Battle: City's Measure F Narrowly Prevails

Both measures were approved but the city's had more votes early Wednesday.

CA Law Extending Last Call To 4 A.M. On Tap At State Legislature

Senate Bill 905 has passed the state Senate as a pilot program proposed for San Francisco, Los Angeles, Oakland and other California cities.

Martinez Ballot Measures: City, Residents Battle Over Open Space

Measure I, a citizen's initiative, and Measure F, proposed by the City Council, both seek to define open space and are similar in wording.

30 California Counties Sue Opioid Companies

In 2016 in California, 1,925 people died due to prescription opioids—more than in any other U.S. state.

County Testing Election Machines

Machines used to count vote-by-mail ballot, scanners for paper ballots and ballot-marking equipment are being put through their paces.

Radioactive Materials Possibly Dumped At Landfill

Contra Costa County Supervisor Federal Glover is seeking an investigation into whether contaminated soil was deposited at Keller Canyon.

Homeless Get The Boot From Encampment In Antioch

Due to garbage, human waste and hazardous materials, transients are asked to leave a downtown-area property by Monday, officials said.

Martinez Man Among 6 New Judges Appointed By Gov. Jerry Brown

California Gov. Jerry Brown just appointed 25 new judges statewide, including six in the Bay Area.

Supes OK $6.75M For New Contra Costa Co. Voting System

The system will be fully implemented in time for June's gubernatorial primary.

California Voting Rights Act

A tool for voter suppression in the city of Martinez

Central San Enrolling For Citizens Academy

The academy is free, but interested individuals must apply.

Martinez, Voice Your Opinion: City Launches Survey

The online survey takes mere minutes to complete, and is a great opportunity to give feedback on types of businesses you would like to see.

Tesoro To Pay $900K Settlement For Martinez Refinery Violations

The flaring and other violations of Bay Area Air Quality Management District regulations were logged in 2013 and 2014. (Breaking)

Martinez District Elections Topic Of Hearings

City officials have called a series of public hearings to discuss the election of council members by district.

Central San Inducted Into Leading Utilities Of The World Network

Members must be nominated by other gold-standard utilities and complete a rigorous interview and selection process.

Health Insurance Cut For Henkel Aerospace Employees

East Bay workers are protesting the company after its health insurance was cut.

Contra Costa Co. Judge Faces New Misconduct Charges

BREAKING: The California Commission on Judicial Performance initiated new proceedings Tuesday against Superior Court Judge Bruce Mills.

Vacation Rental Tax Discussed For Contra Costa County

The Board of Supervisors is weighing options for new regulations on short-term rentals.

New DA For Contra Costa County Selected

BREAKING: The county board of supervisors finalized its selection for district attorney Tuesday.

Injunction Against Martinez Oil Terminal Sale Denied

BREAKING: California Attorney General Xavier Becerra sought the injunction, saying Valero's purchase would create an unfair marketplace.

Contra Costa Co. Joins Agencies In Lawsuit: California WaterFix Would 'Devastate The Delta'

BREAKING: "The public remains very much in the dark about what the Project actually entails," the suit states.

Finalists For District Attorney Include 2 Martinez Residents

BREAKING: The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors has narrowed the field of applicants vying for the interim role to five.

CA Attorney General Seeks To Block Sale Of Martinez Terminal

Breaking: Valero Energy Corp.'s purchase of the petroleum terminal could lead to higher gas prices, Attorney General Xavier Becerra says.

Contra Costa Co. Supes Discuss Recreational Marijuana Licensing

Under California Prop. 64, jurisdictions that don't adopt their own regulations prior to Jan. 1, 2018 cede that option to the state.

Sales Of Flavored Tobacco Banned Near Contra Costa Co. Schools, Parks

Breaking: No menthol cigarettes, cigarillos, snuff or flavored e-cigarettes can be sold within 1,000 feet of youth-sensitive areas.

Number Of Homeless Up In Martinez, Central Contra Costa County: Report

Breaking: A point-in-time count conducted earlier this year showed a decrease in homeless in the county, but an increase in Central County.

Contra Costa Co. DA Resigns, Pleads Guilty To Perjury

Breaking: As part of a plea agreement Wednesday, the judge dismissed several criminal charges against the outgoing district attorney.

City Of Martinez To Welcome New Community, Economic Development Director

The new director is set to begin work July 5.