Taxman Is Knocking Across Contra Costa County

The first installment of property taxes becomes delinquent if not paid by Dec. 10, 2025.

How Contra Costa County Voted On Proposition 50

Contra Costa voters weighed in on an election to add five more House districts that was widely seen as a referendum on President Trump.

How Will Local Residents Feel A Federal Shutdown

Congressman Mark DeSaulnier virtual hall meeting at 6 p.m. to discuss how the shutdown will impact District 10.

Pioneering Contra Costa County Board Member Federal Glover Dead At 69

Federal Glover, the first person of color to be elected to and serve on the board of supervisors, represented District 5 for six terms.

Group Trying To Recall Contra Costa County DA Faces Financial Challenges

"Buyer's remorse" is continuing as Contra Costa's Diana Becton has become the next Bay Area district attorney to face a recall effort.

Contra Costa District Attorney Dismisses Calls To Remove Her

Contra Costa DA Diana Becton said in her official filing that a recall campaign would "undermine the will of the people."

Refinery Fire: Air District, Contra Costa DA Issue Joint Statement

The Air District has been evaluating the fire’s air quality impacts and has issued three notices of violation to MRC.

Meet the Candidates For California State Senate District 9

Tim Grayson and Marisol Rubio lay out their arguments for why each believes they are the best candidate to represent Martinez.

Meet Tim Grayson, Candidate For Martinez's State Senate Seat

Tim Grayson and Marisol Rubio are on the November 2024 ballot for California State Senate District 9.

Meet Marisol Rubio, Candidate For Martinez's State Senate Seat

Marisol Rubio and Tim Grayson are on the November 2024 ballot for California State Senate District 9.

John Muir Land Trust Buys 2 More Franklin Ridge Properties

The trust secured funds to add more than 230 aces to the Franklin Ridge Wildlife and Trail Corridor.

New County Admin Building Opens Tuesday In Martinez

The Contra Costa Civic Plaza Administration Building includes a new public law library, ground-floor retail spaces and a parking garage.

Martinez Holding Measure D Street Selection Workshop

The public is encouraged to give feedback on a presentation by city staff about which streets are recommended for paving this year.

Application Period Open For District Attorney Spring Community Academy

The free, 10-week course is held at the District Attorney’s Office in downtown Martinez.

County Conducts Unannounced Inspection At Martinez Refining Company

"Repeated commitments to the community and to regulators to improve the culture of safety at PBF have not resulted in improvement."

CoCo Takes Legal Action Against Delta Water Project

"It is a deeply flawed plan that does not improve statewide water supplies and would harm the Delta, the regions, and California's economy."

Alhambra Hills Preserve Subject Of City Council Study Session

The Alhambra Hills Public Access and Habitat Management Analysis has been completed. City Council will discuss the next steps.

Martinez City Council To Discuss Name Of New Park

The city accepted 29 applications and a petition from residents regarding name choices. Find out which name is recommended.

Refinery Hit With Joint Civil Action By County, State, Air District

"It is a collaborative effort to enforce the law and ensure public safety."

Potential Martinez Industrial Safety Ordinance Focus Of Study Session

The Martinez City Council study session is scheduled for Wednesday and is open to the public.

Martinez Launches Ambitious Plan To Make Waterfront A Destination

The waterfront, on the northern tip of Contra Costa County, looks large from the nearby Benicia-Martinez Bridge.

Refinery Manager Updates Martinez City Council On Release, Safety

Martinez Refining Company has taken numerous corrective actions to ensure the events of last Thanksgiving, the manager said in an apology.

Refinery To Update Martinez City Council On Safety Measures

The Martinez Refining Company will discuss operational measures since it accidentally released tons of chemical dust last Thanksgiving.

Martinez Surveys Residents On Traffic-Related Concerns

Following the survey period, the Local Road Safety Plan will be drafted and made available for public view and comments.

Congressman Honors Diana Becton As Woman Of The Year

U.S. Rep. John Garamendi honored 53 Women of the Year, including Contra Costa County's District Attorney Diana Becton.

Rubber Meets Road: Martinez Roadway Resurfaced With Recycled Tires

A new buffered bicycle lane was also added as part of the environmentally friendly pavement project.

Locked Gun Law Proposed In CoCo

Supervisors may require that guns in homes are locked.

Serve On Contra Costa Advisory Council On Equal Employment Opportunity

The Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Equal Employment Opportunity (ACEEO) has a vacant community seat open to applicants.

Rep. DeSaulnier Invites Martinez Constituents To Town Hall Meeting

Constituents can submit questions ahead of time for the in-person meeting to be held in Concord.

Soil Testing In Martinez, Nearby 'To Provide Answers For Residents'

Authorities began taking soil samples this week from over 12 sites possibly impacted by the November Martinez refinery release.

Tesoro To Pay $27.5M For Violating Court Order At Martinez Refinery

The settlement will result in cleaner air in the Bay Area with Tesoro’s forfeiture of air emission credits, federal authorities said.

City To Hold Joint Council, Planning Commission Meeting

City officials will discuss and receive staff input on the Public Review Draft 2023-2031 Housing Element of the General Plan.

Martinez Refinery Problematic Before Spewing Spent Catalyst: Officials

A mechanical failure four days earlier started a chain of events leading to the Thanksgiving night discharge, an official said.

Martinez Refinery Release Aftermath: City Council To Receive Report

The November incident has led to "extensive community angst and frustration" and has drawn upon significant city resources, city staff said.

City Of Martinez Accepting Community Grant Applications

Fourteen local organizations were approved last year to receive community grants.

City Of Martinez Statement On County Health Advisory

The city continues to monitor Contra Costa Health and Martinez Refining Company actions related to the Nov. 24-25, 2022 incident.

Dodd Proposes Bill To Keep Nonprofit, State Park Partnerships Alive

Legislation passed in 2011 allows such partnerships but is set to expire in 2025.

Housing Advocates Target Bay Area Cities, File Lawsuits

As of Friday, suits were filed against a dozen cities, including Burlingame, Palo Alto, Cupertino, Martinez, Richmond and Novato.

City Of Martinez Appoints Lauren Sugayan As Assistant City Manager

"Her extensive public sector experience will undoubtedly serve our staff and community well."

Diana Becton Inaugurated In Ceremony For 2nd Term As District Attorney

Becton was sworn in by California Attorney General Rob Bonta at a ceremony Wednesday in Martinez.