Posts Tagged ‘richmond’
Looking to increase the peace
About a dozen residents, city staff and local church leaders visited the crime-plagued Pullman Point apartment complex in South Richmond Friday as part of a continuing local effort to reduce crime through volunteer outreach.
Read MoreThe secrets of his success
In a media world beset by dizzying change, Richmond publisher Vernon Whitmore is a model of consistency.
Read MoreFaith leaders honored, vow to sustain efforts
Religious leaders unveiled a strategy Tuesday to sustain the momentum of peace efforts launched in response to a shooting in a local church.
Read MoreCriminal justice expert discusses Richmond’s challenges, hope
A renowned expert on crime talks about the challenges Richmond faces in lowering its homicide rate, and the hope for its future.
Read MoreWomen gather to celebrate the past – and the future
More than 200 women, and a handful of children and men, gathered at Dejean Middle School Saturday to celebrate their progress – and their future.
Read MoreChevron Corp. steps up donations to local groups
Chevron recently announced that it pumped $3.43 million into a host of local programs and institutions in Richmond and surrounding Contra Costa County communities in 2009, a figure that is significantly up from recent years.
Read MoreCelebrating Richmond’s women
An event aimed at celebrating Richmond’s history of strong, diverse women is scheduled for Saturday at Dejean Middle School. More than 250 people are expected to attend.
Read MoreAudio report: Chevron and its future in Richmond
At a recent meeting held by a local activist group, City leaders and a prominent author told residents of their criticisms of Chevron Corp. and vowed to plan for the lingering possibility of its departure.
Read MoreCity eyes possible turning point
The new year began ominously, marked by audacious crimes. But residents, city leaders and police are now focused on what they believe are glimmers of hope.
Read MoreA face concealed, a perspective revealed
Life in violent and impoverished neighborhoods can be tough to comprehend. It can be a world of substandard schools, street loyalties, environmental pollution and infrastructure disinvestment. Often, the motley mix is also awash in guns. Go inside to hear the audio interview with a local 19-year-old describing his neighborhood.
Read MoreThe sounds of peaceful fury
For many of the roughly 1,000 people who took part in Saturday’s slate of peace events – marching and linking hands in a human chain – the day had the unmistakable feel of a turning point. An audio slideshow captures the words, music and images of the day’s peaceful rally.
Read MoreProspective Point Molate builders secure fresh extension
The developers of a possible casino project on waterfront property in the city succeeded in securing another extension to get their plans in order.
Read MorePeace march draws up to 1,000 to church, civic center
Police estimated that 700 to 1,000 people took the streets Saturday for a day of peaceful activism. Go inside and view a photo slideshow of 20 images of the day’s events.
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