Arrest Made In Martinez Murder Friday; Suspect On Pre-Trial Release For Orinda Burglaries
Heavily armed special weapons officers descended on an Ashwood Drive condo this evening and arrested a suspect in Thursday’s brutal murder of a 68-year-old Martinez man on Francis Court. The silver Cadillac SUV spotted outside the murder scene was also located and towed away for processing.. Todd Stewart, 68, was confronted by a man wearing…
Oakland Man Charged For His Role In Concord Burglary And Theft Ring
Concord PD Photo From the Office of the District Attorney: Martinez, California – An Oakland resident faces five felony charges for his part in an organized theft ring connected to a series of burglaries in Concord. The charges stem from a series of burglaries that occurred in Concord between April and July 2026 located in…
Man Stabbed To Death In Martinez Thursday; Suspect Sought
At approximately 5:09pm Thursday the Martinez Police Department received numerous emergency calls reporting a man believed to have been stabbed and down in front of a residence on Francis Court in Martinez. Responding officers located a victim, subsequently identified as Todd Stewart, 68, on the ground with apparent stab wounds. Fire and medical personnel responded…
Alleged Fentanyl Dealer Arrested In Connection With 2024 Death Of Orinda Resident
A 26-year-old Alameda man was arrested Thursday for the murder of a 20-year-old Orinda resident who died of acute fentanyl intoxication after buying the drug from him in 2024. Detectives arrested Ulzii Orshikh Batsukh of Alameda after determining where the unidentified victim purchased the drugs. Batsukh was booked into the Martinez Detention Facility on the…
E-Bike/E-Scooter Speed Restrictions Implemented In Danville Parks Today
New rules requiring riders of electric bicycles and motorized scooters to dismount and walk their devices while in all Town parks take effect today. The Danville Town Council adopted the ordinance in July after pressure from park users and citizen’s groups. Signs outlining the new rules are being installed at all Town park entrances. The…
Martinez: 55th Annual Art In The Park – Aug. 16
Free, family-friendly event features more than 60 local artists showcasing original art and crafts. Attendees can also enjoy live music, food trucks, and a variety of beverages, including wine and beer. Don’t miss the Silent Auction, featuring unique items donated by artists and local businesses. Susana Park offers a shaded setting with plenty of seating.…
2-Alarm Fire Damages Home In Walnut Creek Tuesday
Another fire today, this one a 2-alarm blaze at a home in the 700 block of Woodwind Place, reported at 3:38pm and proving to be a stubborn fight for fire crews battling against both high heat as well as flames. No word on cause or extent of damage. One person, initially believed to be a…
Letters: Lots Of Letters This Week – Mostly About Kaiser Property Fire
Editor; We were so sad to see this. We don’t live in the area any longer but we played in the creek near the estate when were kids back in the Sixties (so long ago!). The owners were pretty forgiving even though the gardeners (we think) were instructed to run us off when they could.…
Three-Alarm Fire Damages Lafayette’s Kaiser Estate Saturday
Firefighters battled a stubborn fire at the historic Kaiser Estate in Lafayette Saturday, the blaze partially collapsing sections of the roof and damaging infrastructure on the 50s-era property. The fire at 940 Reliez Station Lane was reported at 4:56pm and drew a small army of firefighters to the scene. Access to the 7-acre property proved…