Monthly Archives: December 2010

Bay Area Rescue Mission helps thousands

Every year, for the past 45 years the Bay Area Rescue Mission has rallied to help the homeless and hungry, said Steve Lee, 10-year program specialist for the charitable organization. “In this area of Richmond there is a huge need, and as long as there is a need we will be here,” said Lee. During…

Richmond Police share tips on holiday safety

It may seem like common sense advice, but Sgt. Bisa French of the Richmond Police Department said it’s common sense mistakes that often lead to the spike in crime over the holidays. “Around the holiday we see a lot of car burglaries and theft from people’s homes,” French said. French said criminals are on high…

6 to stand trial, 1 discharged in Richmond High rape case

Judge Caskey orders trial on rape and assault charges.

Judge strikes police interrogation

On the final day of witness testimony, Judge Caskey indicates which way he’s leaning.

City Hall closing during holidays to save money

As a cost-saving measure, City Hall will be closed during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day during December 27 to 31. City manager Bill Lindsay said police and fire services would be the exception, as they will stay open throughout the holidays. However, non- emergency city services like public works and library services…

Street schemes to football dreams

Three members of the Kennedy High Eagles starting lineup tell how football saved their lives.

Defense attorney floats alternative theory

Dustin Gordon, defense attorney for John Crane Jr., raised questions on Friday about DNA evidence concerning his client.

LPS-Richmond aims high

The mission of Leadership Public School-Richmond(LPS-Richmond) is to send 100% of its students to college. Many of the students would be the first in their families to achieve a higher education. The formula combines dedicated teachers and extremely high standards. Learn more about their journey and how the YouTube musical sensation Pomplamoose helped schools in Richmond…

“Sharing the Spirit”

East Bay Center for the Performing Arts will showcase student performances Friday in Richmond.

DNA evidence implicates four defendants and two unidentified males

Evidence links John Crane Jr. to the Richmond High student who was sexually assaulted in October 2009, but no witness has yet placed him at the scene.

The witness list

Richmond Confidential has compiled a comprehensive list of witnesses—and their key testimony—who’ve taken the stand in the preliminary hearing into the 2009 rape at Richmond High School.

Greening the Triangle

New routes and connected trails aim to make Richmond more friendly for bikers and walkers.

RYSE schools Richmond Confidential

Richmond Confidential’s new theme video! Musical composition by Xavier Polk at the RYSE center.