The wildfire broke out Thursday afternoon in the 4105 block of Pacheco Boulevard and threatened structures, according to Con Fire.
The Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District will use truck-mounted, ultra-low volume sprayers.
Come help celebrate the performing, visual, cultural and culinary arts as they support our community’s most vulnerable members.
A collision that occurred on eastbound John Muir Parkway turned fatal, authorities said.
The bridge remains safe for motorists to travel on during the inspection, according to Caltrans.
A walk in the park as a weather front moves through.
The California SuperLotto Plus ticket matched five of five numbers in Wednesday's drawing.
The inmate was found unresponsive after he was assigned to a room by himself, the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office said.
The Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department announced late Tuesday the death of a person in custody at the Martinez Detention Center.
This new, shorter phone number will make it easier for people to remember and access mental health crisis services.
Crews arrived at 8:02 p.m. in 3300 block of Serpentine Drive and located one victim at the scene, a spokesperson for the department said.
White Pony Express is seeking volunteer drivers in Martinez and throughout Contra Costa County and the Tri-Valley area.
Catch coffee and breakfast and receive a tote bag from one of the Assisteens® at the Lafayette Plaza, from 9 to 10 a.m.
Customers who signed up before June 2022 for alerts about Public Safety Power Shutoffs for addresses other than their own must re-enroll.
One of the varied landscapes of the East Bay Regional Parks.
The semi-pro Martinez Sturgeon was founded in 2019. The team plays 52 games in the independent Pecos league.
The 40-year-old man had just arrived at the Martinez jail when he became unconscious and nonresponsive from a suspected overdose.
Origin of the two fires are under investigation, officials said.
The blaze was logged Saturday morning on Muir Station Road.
The victim sustained a single gunshot wound to the lower body and was transported to John Muir Medical Center for emergency surgery.
Admitted "meth user" with gun, smoldering Marsh Fire affects air, fiery fatal crash and other police & fire news this week from East Bay.
"It is suspected that (Christopher) Owens has committed rapes in multiple jurisdictions over many years," police said.
Chopper 5 over the scene of a crash along James Donlon Blvd. near Contra Loma Blvd. in Antioch on July 14, 2022.
The still-smoldering Marsh Fire started May 28 in a Bay Point homeless encampment, affecting air quality in nearby Contra Costa communities.
You might consider a return visit and again let your eyes to take in the festivity and holiday magic.
"I was actually working from home today with all the air purifiers, windows closed and it's horrible," said Leondra Ramm.
Christopher Owens is jailed on $8 million bail, accused of crimes dating to 2017 in Concord, Walnut Creek, Pacheco & Pleasant Hill.
A group of budding firefighters dubbed Crew 12 are proving to be an important buffer to prevent and stop fires in the East Bay.
The sandwich chain is giving away free six-inch sandwiches to the first 50 patrons in line from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The man is accused of smashing Walmart glass case with hammer, stealing jewelry & leading cops on high-speed chase, officials said.
Did you miss the fireworks this year? Check out several photos from the Martinez and Benicia fireworks shows.
Heartfelt thanks to Suzi Geldin, who with the help of chapter member Sandy Lione, coordinated Assistance League’s participation.
Fast forward to this century and now we have Libby, which we can use anywhere and anytime on a smartphone. The app makes it so simple.
Authorities said of those nine fires, three were known to have been caused by fireworks.
If you are planning a major project, the time to get your paperwork is now before the hike in fees.
See Patch’s guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Martinez and the East Bay.
The phone line connects residents with local law enforcement non-emergency lines to report illegal fireworks use.
Food delivery app Doordash recently released this year’s list of the top-rated, most reliable U.S. restaurants.
See where to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks shows, parades and other events in and around Martinez & the East Bay.
The spraying is in response to a high number of adult mosquitoes in the area, the Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control District said.