One labor representative said hiring Monica Nino to lead Contra Costa County "is tantamount to declaring war on county employees."
The fatal collision was on Pacheco Boulevard at Wygal Drive, the California Highway Patrol said.
Martinez City Council members said outgoing Councilwoman Noralea Gipner was "Martinez's greatest ambassador" and a "hard act to follow."
Get far away from the city lights in Martinez and take in the always-reliable Geminid meteor shower, known for its colorful fireballs.
Money paid by cannabis operators should stay in the Contra Costa communities those businesses are in, supervisors decided.
Six other trees considered to be public hazards were recently removed from the 800 block of Main Street, the city said.
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Many U.S. kids could go without gifts this year. The Postal Service's Operation Santa program needs your help keeping the magic alive.
With a January reopening likely delayed, the district will "press forward working on a safe learning plan, open classrooms or not."
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Despite the pandemic, it may still be possible to safely find a great Christmas tree this year near Martinez.
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“We want to show our deep gratitude for those who support and protect us every day with a small gesture of kindness and a cup of coffee.”
Downtown Martinez is nothing but small businesses, and before the COVID-related health orders, the long-sleepy downtown was on the upswing.
Monica Nino comes to Contra Costa County from San Joaquin County where she has served as county administrator for seven years.
A new stay-at-home order may happen this week. The latest case count from Martinez.
As the city prepares to apply for a grant to fund pier improvements, the public can join the discussion during an upcoming walk-through.
Consumers in Martinez can take steps to lessen the chance of falling victim to a scam.
A tool developed by researchers from several universities lets you see your risk of being exposed to the coronavirus indoors.
Traffic may be lighter this Thanksgiving amid the pandemic but that's not an invitation, the CHP said, for drivers to exceed speed limits.
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The man's friend called police to report his death.
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Holly jolly still is on East Bay calendars as Christmas tree & menorah lightings, Santa visits, Nutcrackers & more proceed. Just differently
As millions of U.S. families face hunger amid the pandemic, skip the whole turkey and consider these ways to save money this Thanksgiving.
The inmate was hospitalized for injuries suffered in a fight, then held in a negative airflow room at the jail pending COVID test results.
Residents must do so to "get through the dark winter to a glorious vaccine spring," Contra Costa County Health Officer Chris Farnitano said.
Detectives are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the man's death.
See the latest COVID-19 case count in Martinez as Contra Costa residents prepare to move into the purple or "widespread risk" tier.
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"... Given what we’re seeing happen across the country and the region, we must act now," the county said about the "high-risk activities."
Police found one man suffering from a gunshot wound; three others then showed up at a hospital with stab wounds.
Firefighters and aircraft resources were responding to the 10 acre "Crocket Fire" in Contra Costa County Saturday.
"The people here are good people, and they're problem solvers," said Superintendent Julie Synyard, who's been on the job since mid-October.
Each of the four parks will also receive various landscaping, irrigation, drainage, fencing, and park furniture improvements.
Hospitalizations and coronavirus cases have climbed recently in Contra Costa County, prompting officials to enact restrictions.
About one in 20 Contra Costa County voters opted to head to the polls. See the county's record-breaking voter registration totals.