WCCUSD Announces Plans to Go Back to School
West Contra Costa schools will be in person in the fall with safety measures like mask-wearing, though distance learning will still be an option....
28
Jul
26
Jul
City Council Erupts In Argument Over Mayor’s Discretion to Cancel Meetings
Disagreements over Mayor Tom Butt's authority to cancel meetings and potential Brown Act violations derailed the July 22 Richmond City Council meeting....
20
Jul
San Pablo FC Defeats Richmond Sol FC, Will Face Atlético East Bay in Finals
San Pablo FC beat Richmond Sol FC 3-0, earned the No. 1 seed in the National Soccer League Pacific Conference and will play Atlético East Bay for the title....
09
Jul
City Council Adopts Anti-Harassment Ordinance For Tenants
The Richmond City Council voted 6-1 Tuesday to adopt an ordinance meant to protect residential tenants from harassment by landlords....
08
Jul
At Redistricting Hearing, Richmond Weighs Return to At-Large Voting
Before Richmond begins redrawing voting districts, some on the City Council argue at-large elections are needed to hold members accountable to the entire city....
02
Jul
Richmond Passes Budget, Retains City Manager and Attorney
Mayor Tom Butt had accused the city manager and city attorney of improperly investigating him and called a vote to remove them from their positions....
25
Jun
Richmond to Let Property Owners Host People Living in Cars
Vice Mayor Demnlus Johnson and the Richmond Race and Equity Team also made recommendations to the City Council regarding hiring practices, housing and more....
23
Jun
Mass Shooting Leaves 3 Dead as Homicides Surge in Richmond
Two suspects are wanted after eight people were shot and three of them killed, bringing Richmond's homicide total so far this year up to 11....
22
Jun
New Bikeshare Program Tries to Make Biking More Accessible in Richmond
The company co-founded by Usain Bolt offers payment options for riders without smartphones or credit or debit cards and lower fees for people on government aid....
17
Jun
City Council Cuts $3 Million, 12 Positions From Police Department
After months of debate, the Richmond City Council voted to reduce the police budget and use the money for other public safety measures....
14
Jun
WCCUSD Projects Budget Deficit in Future Years
The West Contra Costa Board of Education on Wednesday discussed the district's financial situation, student performance and educational goals....
03
Jun
Renovated Hacienda Will Provide Affordable Housing for Seniors
The Hacienda was closed in 2015 due to shoddy conditions. Now, the complex is expected to reopen next year with homes for low-income seniors....
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....
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....
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....
