RAW VIDEO: Two-Alarm Structure Fire In Martinez Sunday
Videographer Craig Cannon captured this video of a home burning on Shell Avenue in Martinez on Sunday.
VIDEO: Rim-Riding Thunder Run Ends Abruptly In Martinez Sunday
Bit of action on Highway 4 in Martinez started about 1:30AM this morning as Sheriff and CHP chased a Nissan from East Contra Costa through Central, West, and back to East County. The car was spike-stripped and lost its front tires, you can hear the driver continuing on metal rims at 80 MPH. Sparks from…
Video: Tandem, Fatal Crash In Martinez Wednesday
Two people died following a crash on westbound Highway 4 east of Center Avenue Wednesday, a collision causing both cars to come off the freeway together and into separate trees along Arnold Industrial Drive in Martinez. Killed were Diana Zuniga, 18, of San Pablo, and Jeremiah Smeby, 49. The crash occurred at around 10:40 p.m.…
Car Crash Sparks Gas Main Fire In Concord Monday
Firefighters arrived on the run soon after this car struck the gas main of an office building in the 3500 block of Willow Pass in Concord. The incident occurred shortly after 7:30 p.m. There were no initial reports of injuries. Video: Craig Cannon
A Blast From Our Past – Courtesy Of 680/24 Corridor History Group
Friends with shared origins lead to long-lasting relationships and we are lucky enough to enjoy one with the folks at 680/24 Corridor History Group and, yes, we’re aware of the similarity in our names. It was discussed. They like many of the things we enjoy and two of those things is history in general and…
Busy Saturday Night In The 24/680
A busy night in the 24/680 Saturday with multiple chases and other dramas playing out. Photographer Craig Cannon caught this Thunder Runner as he was passing through Martinez, Calif., his Dodge Charger eventually giving out on Port Chicago Highway. Some shots were fired following a catalytic converter theft in San Ramon and more burglaries were…
Hang Onto Your Bins! It’s Raining In The 24/680!
Heavy rain is coming down in places today, Thursday, with some areas getting more precipitation than others. Craig Cannon was out and about today, looking for things to photograph as usual, when the skies opened up.
Surf Van Hangs Ten – Or Four Double-Ply – In Alamo Monday
There are Surf Vans and then there are Surfing Vans – this one was hanging ten on a boomer at Livorna and Serafix in Alamo, Calif. this afternoon. Nice form, Van Dude…
“Come As You Are” Wednesday
We happen to be great fans of these “Playing for Change” productions – liking their inclusive approach and introduction of players and pickers and instruments from around the world. Here, they take a New Classic and give it an international spin with impressive results. Do you have a favorite picker, player or singer? We do!