Why I Got Vaccinated: It Was a No-Brainer
A 17-year-old Berkeley High student writes that she was eager to get the COVID-19 vaccine to help get her life back to normal....
03
Jun
02
Jun
Richmond and San Pablo Start New Soccer Rivalry With a Tie
As new soccer rivals Richmond Sol FC and San Pablo FC faced off for the first time, a closely contested game ended in a 2-2 tie on May 29....
02
Jun
‘It’s Scary’: Unhoused Richmond Women on Life in the Pandemic
Three unhoused women talk about their needs, their fears, the importance of community and how the coronavirus has made their lives harder....
28
May
Anti-Chevron Day Rallies Intergenerational Communities
Environmental activists and children 2-11 sang, made art and spoke out as part of the eighth annual Anti-Chevron Day protest outside the Richmond refinery....
27
May
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....
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....
