AC Transit details route cuts that could happen next summer if ballot measure fails
AC Transit would cut 16% of its bus service starting June 2027 if a regional sale-tax measure fails on Nov. 3. Bus riders and community members urged the AC Transit Board Wednesday to spare weekend read more…
Adoptions resume at newly renovated Point Richmond animal shelter
After six weeks of renovations, Milo Foundation, a no-kill animal shelter in Point Richmond, has reopened. “The floor is all new,” said Lynne Tingle, the foundation’s founder. “We had to have every animal, everything out. read more…
When WCCUSD merged middle schools in Pinole, it caused an unintended side effect — traffic jams
In the morning and afternoon at Betty Reid Soskin at Pinole Middle School, students cross the street and weave through cars without a crosswalk or crossing guard. Cars double park and attempt illegal U-turns, risking read more…
Richmond residents may find out next week how the city will engage them in decisions about Chevron settlement money
Richmond City Council has still not decided how to spend a $550 million award from a landmark settlement against Chevron two years ago, frustrating residents who have been waiting to be included in the process. read more…
WestCAT is banking on public transit tax measure to close funding gap
BART’s decision to cut funding for WestCAT’s express bus service connecting riders with BART has left the small bus operator with a 16% shortfall that could impact future service. read more…
Volunteer-led, accessible garden is up and growing near Unity Park
When Josh Detius first learned that a community garden was opening this fall along the Richmond Greenway near Unity Park, he was excited for the opportunity to put his skills to use. “I’d learned to read more…
