Local News in Contra Costa County

Piper Road (Bethel Island) Culvert Repair Work

Public Works will replace a culvert on Piper Rd approx. 500 feet north of the intersection with Gateway Rd, starting Mon., 8/31 - Wed., 9/30/26, from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Mon.-Fri. Drivers should expect up to 10 minute delays through the work zone.

Free Vaccination & Microchip Clinic on Oct.4 in Martinez

CCAS and Joybound are teaming up to host a free vaccination and microchip clinic on October 4th at our Martinez shelter.

Contra Costa County Fish and Wildlife Committee Accepting Applications

Pinole Creek Bank Erosion Repair Work

Public Works will repair erosion along Pinole Creek between Henry Ave and I-80 on Mon., 8/31 - Fri., 10/23/26, from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Mon. - Fri. (excl. holidays). Pinole Creek Trail will be closed near the work zone. Drivers can expect minimal delays.

2026 Contra Costa County Block Party

Thanks for attending this year’s 2026 County Block Party, in collaboration with Supervisor Ken Carlson and the City of Pleasant Hill.

Crockett and Port Costa Road Work

Public Works will repave various residential roads in Crockett and Port Costa starting Mon., 8/31 - Wed., 11/25/26, from 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Mon.- Fri. Traffic control will be used. Expect delays through the work zone and consider alternate routes.

Richmond Fire Suspect Charged with Four Counts of Murder

Martinez, California – The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office filed an amended complaint on August 24th against a Richmond man accused of setting a house fire that killed four family members.

Vasco Road Corridor Safety Improvement Study Report

Public Works has completed a corridor safety and improvements study on the portion of Vasco Rd located between Marsh Creek Rd and the County line. We are requesting the public review the final draft of the report and provide feedback by Tuesday, 9/15/26.

Countywide Guardrail Upgrades Phase II Project

Public Works will begin construction of the Countywide Guardrail Upgrades Phase II project on Mon., 8/24 - Tues., 11/17/26, from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Mon.-Fri., in various locations throughout the county. Expect delays up to 10 minutes through work zones.

Traffic Signal Activation at Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd & Diablo Rd

Public Works has completed the installation of a new traffic signal at the intersection of Mt. Diablo Scenic Boulevard and Diablo Road/Blackhawk Road. The traffic signal was activated and in full operation on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

(Updated) Blackhawk Road Pavement Repair Work

Public Works will perform pavement repair work on Blackhawk Rd, between Magee Ranch Rd and east of Oakridge Ln, on Mon., 8/31 - Thur., 9/17/26, from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Mon. - Thur. Expect up to 15 minute delays due to traffic control/lane closures.

Martinez Resident Charged with Murder, Faces Special Circumstance Allegation

Martinez, California – The Contra Costa County District Attorney's Office filed a felony complaint charging 36-year-old Marcos Eduardo Iriarte-Valdez of Martinez with the murder of Todd Stewart of Martinez, who was 68 years old at the time of his death.