Richmond earning reputation for grillz as new dental jewelry shop adds options
WCCUSD workshops give Black parents a chance to confront racial bias in schools
New campaign addresses food insecurity affecting 8 million Californians
‘It goes quick.’ Young kids roll up their sleeves for vaccines in Contra Costa
What 9-year-old Ashbey Asuncion was looking forward to the most after getting her COVID-19 vaccination, was going outside without wearing a mask and teaching her younger brother how to do a cartwheel. She and her read more…
Vaccines for young kids now in Contra Costa but not mandated yet for school
A pediatric COVID-19 vaccine has been approved and Contra Costa County is preparing to vaccinate children between the ages of 5 and 11. On Tuesday, following the Food and Drug Administration’s emergency clearance, the Centers read more…
Richmond renter sues former landlord amid pandemic-era spike in harassment
These days Clara Realageno sleeps in her car. In the morning she packs up her things — a pillow, blankets, a suitcase and some toiletries — and drops them off at a friend’s house so read more…
Richmond renames South Street to honor environmental activist Ethel Dotson
On Friday, South Street will be renamed in honor of late environmental justice advocate and community warrior Ethel Dotson, who also was known for her dedication to Richmond’s Black cultural history. The effort to rename read more…
Richmond city attorney resigns; mayor blames RPA
Richmond City Attorney Teresa Stricker has resigned, Mayor Tom Butt announced Thursday in his newsletter. The announcement comes after months of Butt lambasting the attorney and city manager for their purported role in investigating him read more…
Fires at Castro encampment renew calls for safety at Richmond RV sites
Reggie Wiggins opened the door to his stepmother’s recreational vehicle in a Richmond encampment in the early hours of Oct. 8 and felt a wave of heat. Wiggins, who had been staying with his stepmother read more…
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