Martinez

A young American crow from El Cerrito tested positive for West Nile virus in Contra Costa County in 2026, marking the first bird case this year. No human cases have been reported, but mosquitoes from Martinez and another location tested positive for the virus.

A man from Martinez in the Bay Area claims his Anthropic account was hacked, resulting in unauthorized charges in euros. He is seeking resolution for the fraudulent activity.

A 36-year deputy with the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office was arrested on felony charges including burglary, receiving stolen property, embezzlement, and possession of an assault weapon. The investigation focuses on criminal activity within the Property Services Unit.

Immigration advocates in Martinez, California, rallied to urge Contra Costa County leaders to adopt a non-cooperation policy with federal immigration agencies. The Contra Costa Immigrant Rights Alliance pushed the county board of supervisors' equity committee to approve a draft policy aimed at preventing collaboration with ICE.

FBI agents raided the office in Martinez and the homes of Contra Costa County tax assessors Gus Kramer and Vince Robb as part of an ongoing investigation. Kramer served as county assessor for 30 years, and Robb was elected to succeed him.

The FBI raided three locations in the East Bay, including the Contra Costa County Assessor's office in Martinez, as part of an ongoing investigation. Federal search warrants were served at these sites, according to an FBI spokesperson.

A 3.6 magnitude earthquake occurred southwest of Alamo in the East Bay just before 8:40 a.m. on Sunday, with shaking felt in Oakland and Martinez. A Walnut Creek resident reported hearing a loud pop followed by violent house shaking.

Barclays Spain's Managing Director, Martinez, has left the bank to join an insurance company. The move marks a transition from banking to the insurance sector for Martinez.