Ashley Hopkinson

Reporter

Stories

Nevin Center forms its first Youth Council

It’s time the kids have a say. That’s the new mantra of Jose Loaiza, longtime...

Bay Area Rescue Mission helps thousands

Every year, for the past 45 years the Bay Area Rescue Mission has rallied to...

Richmond Police share tips on holiday safety

It may seem like common sense advice, but Sgt. Bisa French of the Richmond Police...

City Hall closing during holidays to save money

As a cost-saving measure, City Hall will be closed during the week between Christmas and...

RYSE schools Richmond Confidential

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

“God did the washing, we did the sweeping”

Volunteers from businesses and churches along Cutting Boulevard sweep up trash and celebrate community.

BAPAC attacks two council candidates

The Contra Costa County chapter of BAPAC circulated an e-mail Oct. 30 criticizing two candidates...

Hauntatorium event: frighteningly good time

Horror and fun in full supply at the annual “Hauntatorium” event

City looking to make green off pot businesses

Richmond voters will decide whether to collect a new tax on medical marijuana.

Thinking outside the box, Beckles rallies for change

Council candidate Jovanka Beckles has a message of youth, environmental safety and green jobs.

A business mind makes a difference, Finlay says

Virginia Finlay is a strong supporter of business and free-market principles.

Get to know your mayoral candidates

Who will be Richmond’s leader for the next four years?

Unfinished business: Mayor seeks second term

Gayle McLaughlin is striving to represent Richmond for another term.