Boost to Public Housing May Not Be Enough
A proposed $40 billion investment in public housing may not be enough to make up for decades of underfunding and repairs that were put off or just not done....
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May
26
May
Moms Forced to Make More Sacrifices During Pandemic
Working moms and stay-at-home moms alike are under increased pressure as they juggle childcare, jobs, housework, distance learning and other responsibilities....
25
May
Commentary: One Year Later – The Death of George Floyd and a Racial Reckoning in America
The murder of George Floyd — a year ago Tuesday — is just one example of the literal and figurative violence against Black Americans....
24
May
As Duffy Departs, Further Changes May Be in Store for WCCUSD
The school board recognized people leaving the district and discussed renaming Juan Crespi Middle School, while the new superintendent outlined his goals....
24
May
A Year After George Floyd’s Death, Cal Police Reform Efforts Still Facing Resistance
California Black lawmakers have introduced several police reform bills, but a year after George Floyd's death, they say change is slow to come....
20
May
Richmond Will Receive $27.7 Million in Federal Funding
The city has received recommendations from residents, unions and businesses on how to use the money, but it also must follow spending rules set by the Treasury....
19
May
Pool Lanes Open Up in Richmond, Lifeguards Needed
Swimmers can now reserve pool time at the Plunge and Swim Center, but hours are limited because of a shortage of lifeguards....
18
May
I Faced Down Fear and Misinformation to Get Vaccinated
A young Black man in Richmond writes that he did his research and got the vaccine because he was more worried about what the coronavirus could do to him....
17
May
Unhoused Richmond Residents Struggle to Get Newest Economic Impact Payment
Many unhoused people are eligible for the coronavirus relief money provided by the government but don't know it or can't get it....
16
May
COVID Vaccination Will Not Be Required to Attend K-12 Public School in California
Kids aged 12-15 can get the COVID-19 vaccine, but it won't be required for them to attend public school in California....
14
May
Richmond Unlikely to Hire New Staff In Upcoming Budget
A nearly $13 million projected deficit means Richmond is unlikely to fill staffing needs across city departments, according to Tuesday's City Council meeting....
13
May
Contra Costa County Offers Vaccine for Children 12-15
The county plans to open vaccination clinics in schools now that the FDA and CDC have endorsed the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 12 and up....
11
May
City Council Supports Task Force Recommendations to Reallocate Police Funds
The Richmond City Council voted to direct city staff to include guidance from the Reimagining Public Safety Community Task Force as the city budget is drafted....
11
May
Attacks on Voting Rights Evoke Jim Crow Era
ID requirements. Far off polling places. Armed guards. These are a few of the barriers thrown up to make it harder for people and minorities to vote....
10
May
Selling Ceviche Awakens Culinary Dreams, Continues a Sinaloense Legacy of Perseverance
Hilario Martinez Leon, 28, started selling ceviche first by bike, then by car and now from a bona fide business after a very brief time in jail....
