Contra Costa County Looking for New Members of Civil Grand Jury
Applications are open through March 24 for Contra Costa County residents who would like to serve as "citizen watchdogs" on the civil grand jury....
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Feb
09
Feb
Advocates File Lawsuits Against Bay Area Cities, Alleging Housing Plan Failures
Richmond is one of a dozen Bay Area cities sued so far by housing advocates who allege they are failing to do their part to meet housing needs....
08
Feb
Richmond Approves Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan
Richmond City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved a plan that should make it easier to get around the city on foot or via bike....
05
Feb
El Cerrito Joins Other California Communities With ‘Prohousing’ Designation
El Cerrito was recognized for housing-friendly policies, joining a list of seven other California cities and counties to get the "prohousing" designation....
03
Feb
School Board Recognizes Black History Month, Asked to Put Stop to Slur
At a meeting Wednesday in which the West Contra Costa school board recognized Black History Month, discussion turned to the use of racist language in schools....
01
Feb
Transportation Projects Are Big Winners From Federal Program
Contra Costa County was awarded $29 million for transportation improvement projects from the federal Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program....
26
Jan
Teachers Continue to Push for Contract, Threaten Strike
At the WCCUSD board meeting Wednesday, teachers continued to plea for a fair contract and the superintendent responded to a teacher's assault of a student....
26
Jan
WCCUSD Superintendent Addresses Student-Substitute Teacher Clash
The WCCUSD superintendent condemned racial slurs and violence after a confrontation this week between a student and substitute teacher at Richmond High....
26
Jan
County Residents Can Potentially Qualify for Storm Damage Aid
Richmond and Antioch are among the Contra Costa County cities that declared a local emergency because of damage caused by recent storms....
25
Jan
Crime Is Down in Richmond. New Reporting Could Push Numbers Back Up
Richmond Police says property and violent crimes have decreased, but changes in how it reports data could make the numbers go up even if crime doesn't....
24
Jan
Jan. 31 Is Deadline for Signing Up for Health Insurance in California
The open enrollment period for Californians to secure health insurance plans ends Jan. 31. Lower-cost options are available, depending on income....
20
Jan
Pittsburg Takes Steps to Help Kids Get Safely to School, Raises Human Trafficking Awareness
The Pittsburg City Council on Tuesday recognized Human Trafficking Awareness Month and approved a measure to help make school crossings safer....
18
Jan
As Storms Subside, State Advises Preparation for Next Natural Disaster
As the recent storms come to an end in California, their impact has shown the importance of natural disaster preparedness....
18
Jan
Richmond Looks to Move Mental Health Crisis Response Away From Police
The city of Richmond is trying to find new ways to help residents experiencing a mental health crisis, a public safety task force told City Council on Tuesday....
17
Jan
Some East Bay Regional Parks to Remain Closed Until Danger Passes
Fallen trees and mudslides are still a threat in some East Bay parks with dangerous conditions created by the recent stormy weather....
