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Hercules voters: Here’s what you need to know about Measure P, a sales tax to raise money for basic services.

Hercules voters will decide Tuesday whether to approve a 1% sales tax to pay for basic city services such as police, parks, roads, and water quality and to address a growing budget gap.   Mayor Chris   read more…

November 1, 2026

Richmond bus riders could lose early and late service if transit tax fails

On her way to see a room for rent in Richmond late last year, Lilly Palma waited about 40 minutes for the 71 bus. She crossed the neighborhood off her list. It was “super unwalkable,”   read more…

November 1, 2026

Contra Costa County election staff set, after training for bomb threats, AI scares and other possible disruptions

Mindful of security and safety for both workers and voters, Contra Costa County election officials have planned for a scenario in which an AI-generated fake video frightens voters away from the polls on Election Day.   read more…

November 1, 2026

Riders with disabilities fear bus cuts if Measure RTM fails

To get to San Francisco, artist Jillian Crochet, who is disabled, must plan her route well in advance.  If she takes AC Transit, which requires traveling to and waiting at the bus stop, she must   read more…

November 1, 2026

Feds ask Contra Costa County to verify citizenship for hundreds of registered voters

The Contra Costa County Elections Division says it cannot comply with a U.S. Justice Department demand that the county verify the citizenship status of 407 registered voters it identified as potentially ineligible. On Oct. 23,   read more…

November 1, 2026

Richmond voters, here’s what you need to know about Measure Q, a bond to repair fire stations.

Richmond firefighters are tasked with protecting people and property, but at the fire stations where they live while on duty, years of deferred maintenance have led to mold, leaky roofs, plumbing and electrical issues, and   read more…

October 31, 2026

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