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Contra Costa County to launch trauma recovery center for victims of violence
On July 1, Contra Costa County is set to launch its first trauma recovery center serving victims of violence at Family Justice Centers in...
Guatemalan who drowned in Napa was visiting family in San Pablo
The man who drowned in Napa's Lake Berryessa on Sunday was a native of Guatemala who had been visiting his family in San Pablo,...
Vegan Pop-Up headed to Unity Park
By Kathy Chouteau
Direct Action Everywhere—SF Bay Area, a grassroots network of animal rights activists, is partnering with Rich City Rides to host a free...
Contra Costa Sheriff’s Office announces new Mental Health Evaluation Team
Individuals in unincorporated Contra Costa County who recently suffer from a psychiatric emergency will benefit from a new unit called the Mental Health Evaluation...
Red Oak Victory to jazz up the Fourth of July with live music
By Kathy Chouteau
The S.S. Red Oak Victory, one of the last surviving World War II Victory ships, is hosting “Jazz on the Red Oak...
‘Kitten and Cat Adoptathon’ set for Martinez shelter parking lot
Looking to add a new furry friend to your family? Head over to the Contra Costa Animal Services’ (CCHS) Kitten and Cat Adoptathon on...
Vigil held for victims of Richmond mass shooting
By Mike Kinney
Community members gathered at Richmond Civic Center Friday evening to grieve for the victims of a mass shooting in Richmond that killed...
2-alarm fire destroys home near Richmond Civic Center
By Mike Kinney
A large fire near Richmond Civic Center destroyed a home and four other out buildings and caused damage to six neighboring properties...
Contra Costa County Sheriff receives grant to prevent DNA backlog
The Contra Costa County Office of the Sheriff on Thursday said it will be better able to solve crimes after receiving a $376,101 grant...
DUI suspected in fatal collision at Richmond intersection
One driver was killed and another driver was arrested on suspicion of driving while under the influence in connection with a two-vehicle collision in...
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Richmond teen launches ‘Story Time’ initiative to support early literacy
A 15-year-old local advocate is taking a direct approach to addressing literacy challenges among youth in her community.
Kendyl Drisker has established Story Time with...
Local ‘No Kings’ organizers to lead May Day rally in Richmond
Community members are organizing a rally and march in Richmond on Friday, May 1, to observe International Workers’ Day.
The event begins at 4 p.m....
Richmond residents get life-saving smoke alarms via community partnership
By Mike Aldax
The American Red Cross Northern California Coastal Region hosted its Sound the Alarm event at the Shields-Reid Community Center in Richmond on...