I found pride and purpose in the building and construction trades
By Antwon Cloird
Whether it's through community service or on the construction site, I have been lucky to find my "Pride and Purpose" in building bonds -- along with roads and structures -- in the...
Richmond Main Street announces downtown street banner project
The Richmond Main Street Initiative (RMSI) on Tuesday announced a new Downtown Street Banner project with artist Tiffany Conway, CEO of Project Get Gree, and local videographer Malcolm Jackson.
The street banners, which will emphasize...
Congressman DeSaulnier releases statement in wake of mass shooting in Richmond
Congressman Mark DeSaulnier released a statement Monday in the wake of a mass shooting in Richmond Sunday night that killed three people and wounded five others.
The congressman's statement follows in full:
“Yet again, we grieve...
Richmond’s Lyft program providing subsidized rides to vaccinations
Seniors and disabled individuals in Richmond are encouraged to use the city's R-Transit Lyft program to reach COVID-19 vaccination sites (except for those that are drive-thru).
The on-demand program has been operating around the clock,...
At Vista High School, learning truly does happen your way
This story was originally published by GO Public Schools West Contra Costa.
By Natalie Walchuk
One blink on your drive up Barnard Street and you may miss the entrance to Vista High School — one of...
Ahead of NFL draft, Najee Harris visits GRIP shelter where he once lived
By Brandon Mercer
On Thursday night, an NFL team representative will come to the podium at the 2021 NFL Draft and announce they are selecting for their ranks a once homeless man who spent part...
WCCUSD counselor helps students think about life after high school
This story was originally published by GO Public Schools West Contra Costa.
By Natalie Walchuk
Counselor Erica Martinez has a clearly defined mission: help high school students discover their passions and find a path that will...
Contra Costa cities to synchronize lighting for COVID-19 victims
By Kathy Chouteau
Tonight at 8 p.m.—on the one-year anniversary of the first Contra Costa resident’s death from COVID-19—the County will light up the night during a “Hope and Healing Virtual Event” to honor the...
Parent group ‘frustrated’ by WCCUSD labor agreement on school reopening
West Contra Costa Safe Open Schools released a response to a tentative labor agreement reached between the school district and its employee unions on reopening plans. The group's statement follows in full:
West Contra Costa...
Op-Ed: Giovanni’s tragic story oft-repeated on Bay Area roads
By Natasha Thomas, MNM
Giovanni’s Story
“Giovanni, my brother, was full of life. He had a huge personality that could light up any room. His favorite hobbies included playing video games and fishing. He loved hanging...
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Uniting Hearts seeks volunteers for community giveaways this holiday season
By Kathy Chouteau
As Uniting Hearts is revving up for its 2nd Annual Community Toy Giveaway, it’s in need of volunteers to help make the...
Richmond police patrol activity report: Nov. 28-Dec. 1
Below is an overview of significant service activity provided by RPD patrol officers during their scheduled shifts. Officers responded to approx. 790 calls for...
Richmond police dispatcher commended for guiding delivery of baby
While Richmond police dispatcher Esmeralda Rodriguez coached a new mother through the delivery of her baby, she continued to field other radio requests and...
