Contra Costa Co. unveils new mobile legal clinic for immigrants

Contra Costa County revealed an innovative way to offer legal services to immigrants with a full-service mobile legal clinic.

Concord man charged in parents' killings dies in custody

A man charged in the fatal shooting of his elderly parents at their Concord home died while in custody, authorities said.

Martinez mom accused of fatally stabbing 19-year-old daughter

A 36-year-old woman was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of fatally stabbing her 19-year-old daughter during a fight at an apartment complex in Martinez, police said.

San Quentin sergeant facing child sex crimes previously made news following Richmond crash

A San Quentin prison sergeant faces almost a dozen felony counts of alleged lewd acts against children. He previously made headlines in 2020 for his actions as an off-duty officer on his way home from work.

Martinez neighbors complain of noise near pickleball courts

Residents in Martinez are at odds with the city after newly renovated pickleball courts began attracting more players, triggering noise complaints.

Person injured in Martinez Refining Company fire

A fire that broke out at the Martinez refinery Wednesday evening left one person injured, according to Contra Costa Health. 

3 Martinez officers fired in wake of deadly police shooting

Three officers with the Martinez Police Department were let go after an administrative investigation into a deadly police shooting.

Contra Costa County health officials warn of refinery fire risks

Contra Costa County health officials say the community near the Martinez Refining Company was fortunate when a fire broke out earlier this month, but they are urging precautions to prevent future incidents.

Frustration over Martinez refinery fire as probe focuses on leak

Martinez residents and community leaders voiced outrage Monday after a refinery sent smoke billowing into the air and generated dozens of complaints.

Cause identified in Martinez refinery fire

A cause for the fire at the Martinez Refining Company Saturday afternoon has been identified, officials said Sunday. 

Multiple injuries reported in Martinez refinery fire

At least six people were injured after a fire broke out at the Martinez Refining Company Saturday afternoon.