This year’s 69 designees range from ages 17 to 57.
The downtown Martinez Amtrak Station remains closed over the weekend for further cleanup.
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Christopher "Roly" Young, 26, of Martinez, was found guilty of murder in the 2020 death of Safeway employee Nathan Garza, 18, of Fairfield.
A collision between two cars sent both down an embankment where they hit separate trees, the California Highway Patrol said.
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What to know about the ongoing hazardous material incident involving mercury found in the Martinez Amtrak Station, then spread elsewhere.
See an updated map of contaminated areas the public is asked to avoid until residue from the mercury spill is removed.
A public health advisory was issued as the spread of mercury contamination was determined to be wider than initially believed.
"A vital part of a successful season is to have host families provide housing for the players and a family atmosphere for the summer."
Mercury was found in the parking lot, closing the Martinez station and prompting Capitol Corridor trains to stop at the old station depot.
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Authorities began taking soil samples this week from over 12 sites possibly impacted by the November Martinez refinery release.
Michael Joseph Childressfrey, 23, of Martinez, was initially arrested April 26 but posted bail that same day.
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Researchers also found that residents living within a kilometer — about 0.6 miles — of these contaminated sites tend to be more vulnerable.
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The settlement will result in cleaner air in the Bay Area with Tesoro’s forfeiture of air emission credits, federal authorities said.
Contra Costa College is seeking 60 or more participants for its NASA program.
Some await official acceptance letters, while others have their fingers crossed that allowed to attend the school of their choice.
City officials will discuss and receive staff input on the Public Review Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element of the General Plan.
Police also towed five vehicles and recovered $5,200 in stolen merchandise, $3,200 of which was from Pittsburg stores.
The Broadway Plaza team also participated in the nationally acclaimed Operation School Bell® clothing events.
This shooting star show produces fireballs that blaze across the sky, leaving dust trails for several seconds. Here's when to look up.
We are now seeking participants and sponsors for our 2023 event. We are looking for local businesses that are a good match for this event.
The Contra Costa Office of the Sheriff is taking part in the 24th DEA's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
ILSP’s primary purpose is to identify all eligible youth between ages 16-21 to prepare them for a responsible adulthood and independence.
The project gives new temporary access to some trails for recreational use, while also restoring illegally constructed "bootleg" trails.
Record rainfall has created the perfect conditions for mosquitoes, according to the Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District.
Allergy and hay fever sufferers can expect more grass pollen this year thanks to several atmospheric rivers. Here's when it will start.
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Contra Costa Health Services sent a hazardous materials team to monitor the air in Rodeo.
The female officer was doing a traffic stop when she was injured by a driver suspected of being under the influence of drugs.
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A mechanical failure four days earlier started a chain of events leading to the Thanksgiving night discharge, an official said.
The crash involving only a blue GMC Envoy happened near Bailey Road.
The November incident has led to "extensive community angst and frustration" and has drawn upon significant city resources, city staff said.
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Fourteen local organizations were approved last year to receive community grants.