Mike Aldax
Authorities investigate homicides in Richmond, El Sobrante
Authorities are investigating two homicides in recent days, including the fatal shooting of a 24-year-old Richmond man Friday and the fatal shooting of a...
Richmond’s Alysa Liu youngest to win U.S. women’s figure skating title
Richmond resident Alysa Liu, 13, became the youngest to win the women's U.S. Figure Skating Championships after defeating defending champion Bradie Tennell Friday night....
Republic Services to launch West County compost giveaway program
Need compost for your garden?
Republic Services is set to launch a new compost giveaway program for West Contra Costa residents.
Starting Feb. 6 and each...
More details released about tomorrow’s big WCC Education Fair
Forty West Contra Costa public schools, both district and charter, will be showcased along with resources from over 25 nonprofits at the first ever...
AC Transit seeks public input on fare hike proposals
AC Transit is proposing to increase fares in phases over the next five years until it reaches $3 in Fiscal Year 2023-24.
The proposal would...
Domestic violence suspect arrested after ramming vehicles with her car
A 23-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence, assault with a deadly weapon after police say she rammed her car into several...
East Brother Beer Co. offers $1 pints to federal employees
East Brother Beer Co. has brewed beer to benefit wildfire victims, hosted fundraisers for a local holiday festival, and has also given thanks to...
Richmond Planning Commission approves RYSE expansion project
A major renovation and expansion of the RYSE youth center in Richmond received unanimous approval from the city’s Planning Commission last week.
The Planning Commission...
Residents invited to workshop on improving Richmond parks
Twenty-five parks in Richmond have been assessed and the results are in, leading to a community workshop at Nevin Community Center, 598 Nevin Ave.,...
Harbour-8 Park: For the people, by the people
Within two blocks of Harbour-8 Park, there are five schools serving about 2,500 kids. That’s quite a bit more than the new, evolving park...
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Local police departments welcome 800-mile memorial ride
The San Pablo and Richmond police departments recently joined forces to welcome cyclists from Law Enforcement United National, who are in the midst of...
‘Rich Dish’ visits The Good Table Café
By Kathy Chouteau
Like a breath of fresh air, The Good Table Café swung open its doors in El Sobrante late last year, and since...
Thousands pack 23rd Street for Richmond Cinco de Mayo Festival
By Mike Aldax
The 21st Annual Richmond Cinco de Mayo Festival drew thousands of residents to the 23rd Street corridor today. Organized by the 23rd...