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🌱 Patch AM: Martinez-connected family mourns Patrick Owen Sullivan, 1960–2026

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🌱 Patch AM: How a $730 million shortfall could reshape Martinez’s county hospital

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🌱 Patch AM: How you can weigh in on Vasco Road’s new safety plan

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🌱 Patch AM: How you can shape upcoming safety upgrades on Vasco Road

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Contra Costa Nurses Picket To Protect Care Access Amid Looming Budget Cuts

RNs plan an informational picket Thursday amid demands for written guarantees protecting patient services, jobs, and staffing levels.

Thieves Steal Dozens Of Laptops, Equipment From Antioch Nonprofit Tutoring Center

The nonprofit's Executive Director Sandro Trujillo said the estimated value of everything lost was $18,000.

Woman In February Jane Doe Case ID'd By Contra Costa Authorities

The Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office has identified an 18-year-old woman whose identity remained unknown for months.

Martinez Deputy Sheriff Faces Felony Theft Charges: Contra Costa County Sheriff

A Contra Costa sheriff's deputy suspected of stealing property from a Concord agency unit was arrested on four felony charges.

Martinez Beaver Festival Returns To Contra Costa County

The annual Beaver Fest celebrates Martinez’s famous creek-dwelling beavers with a parade, live music, and wildlife exhibits.

FBI Raids Home, Offices Of Contra Costa County Assessor Gus Kramer

Kramer told CBS News Bay Area the investigation had to do with the assessed value of properties in the county.

FBI Raids Embattled Contra Costa Assessor Gus Kramer's Offices, Homes: Report

FBI executed search warrants at the Contra Costa County Assessor Gus Kramer's office and two Martinez residences in ongoing investigation.

Man Arrested After Cops Find AR-Style Firearm In Vehicle: Police

During a search of the suspect's car, officers also allegedly located the upper receiver of an AR-style pistol inside the trunk.

Pastor Receives Life Sentence In Child Sex Abuse Case

Prosecutors said Esperanza-Pacheco broke into the victim’s home with the intent to commit sexual assault.

Driver Crashes Into Martinez Safeway Causing Ice Machine To Fall And Hit Customer

An elderly woman inside a Safeway in Martinez was injured when a driver crashed into the building on Wednesday.

'Blessing Of The Fleet' Bay Area Maritime Ritual Celebration Returns For Year 130

Myths and Legends: A 130-year maritime ritual and Bay Area tradition signals the start of boating season.

76-Year-Old Crashes Into Bay Area Safeway, Injures 71-Year-Old Shopper: Report

71-year-old woman was sent to the hospital after a vehicle crashed through the side of a Martinez Safeway.

Contra Costa County Board Of Education Seeking Student Members

The board is seeking rising juniors or seniors to advocate on behalf of students and cast non-binding votes.

New Charges, Sentences For Martinez, Pleasant Hill Execs In $912 M Solar Ponzi Scheme

Executives from five Contra Costa County cities face sentences amounting to more than a quarter century in a solar fraud scheme.

Alhambra High School Presents "Once Upon a Mattress"

The zany musical fairy tale comedy comes to the AHS stage April 30th through May 2nd!

Martinez Man Identified As Victim Of Fatal Bethel Island Shooting

A man who died in a shooting in Bethel Island on Monday night has been identified by the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office.

Shelter Seeks Help After Intake of 26 Dogs And 1 Bunny

Animal services is asking for public help after taking in 26 dogs in a day, straining already full kennels.

Police Justified In Fatal Shooting: Contra Costa County D.A.

Antioch police who shot a man to death acted in self-defense, according to the Contra Costa County District Attorney.

Officer Trapped Inside Getaway Car Shoots FoodMaxx Robbery Suspect: Police

A police officer shot a man suspected of holding up an Antioch FoodMaxx while trapped inside the suspect's getaway car.

Police Investigating Death Of 20-Year-Old Woman Found At East County Apartment

Antioch police are investigating the death of a woman found shot shortly after 7:17 p.m.

Refinery Hit With $10 Million Penalty Over Violations: Watch

Authorities fined a nearby refinery $10 million for years of air quality and environmental violations.

2 Autopsies, 2 Very Different Conclusions: How A 72-Year-Old Grandmother Died After Arrest In Brentwood

Family turns to an independent autopsy conducted with help from an initiative founded by former NFL player Colin Kaepernick.

Suspect In Death Of 17-Year-Old Antioch Girl Arrested

Authorities initially investigated the death as suspicious but later ruled out a violent attack.

Taxes, Schools, Candidates & Growth: A Contra Costa County Guide To June 2

A guide to the June 2026 primaries including the candidates and measures that matter for Contra Costa County.

Pastor Convicted Of Child Sexual Assault

One of the forcible lewd acts occurred during a first-degree residential burglary, according to the Contra Costa County D.A.

Shooting Suspect Leads Police On Multi-County Search

Police in Antioch, Concord, and San Rafael track a suspect in the shooting of a woman across three counties.

Charges Dismissed In Former Police Taser Trial

The Contra Costa D.A. dismissed charges against former Richmond Police officer recorded beating a man with a Taser.

Intermittent Flaring Possible At Martinez Refinery After Electrical Issue Affected Operations

Occasional flaring is expected at the Martinez refinery on Monday, Contra Costa Health said.

Early-Morning Disturbance Escalates To Chase, Arrest

An early-morning disturbance led to an arrest after a slow-speed chase in Antioch.

Toddler Found Wandering East Bay Without Parent: Police

Police said Monday they had found the two-year-old boy's parent.

Level 1 Contra Costa County Alert Due To Refinery Odors

A County Warning System Level 1 alert is in effect and health officials have issued instructions for susceptible residents.

Cold Case Breakthrough, Charges In Wife’s 2015 Death

Man suspected in 2015 death of wife after investigators found previously unknown digital evidence, according to the Contra Costa D.A.