Urban Tilth Executive Director Named to State Food and Agricultural Board
Doria Robinson will bring an urban farming perspective to the state Food and Agricultural Board, which she was appointed to Tuesday....
21
Apr
13
Apr
County Budget Recommendations Made to Supervisors
A county budget was proposed Tuesday at the Board of Supervisors meeting. More than half the money spent would go to health and sanitation services....
13
Apr
Richmond Police Union President Challenges Sheriff for Office
Ben Therriault, who leads the Richmond Police Officers Association, is running for sheriff. Incumbent David Livingston ran unopposed the last two elections....
06
Apr
City Moves Forward With Redistricting and Public Bank
The Richmond City Council voted Tuesday on a new electoral map and to become a founding member of the upcoming Public Bank East Bay....
31
Mar
SB 911, Which Creates $50 Million Fund to Support Independent Media, Passes Through Key Committee in California Senate
Senate Bill 911, which would establish the California Board for the Funding of Public Interest Media, is sponsored by Contra Costa state Sen. Steve Glazer....
29
Mar
Sen. Padilla Is Optimistic About Judge Jackson’s ‘Significant Moment’ in American History
Alex Padilla, California's first Latino senator, said Ketanji Brown, a Black woman, would "bring a much-needed perspective to the Supreme Court," if confirmed....
27
Mar
Calls to Oust Contra Costa Sheriff Intensify
The Contra Costa Board of Supervisors heard demands Tuesday to remove Sheriff David Livingston over his support of convicted former deputy Andrew Hall....
23
Mar
Council Supports Redistricting Map and Striking Refinery Workers
The City Council on Tuesday expressed support for striking Chevron union workers but questioned what action it could take in such a labor dispute....
16
Mar
City Considers Waiving Fees for Some Community Events
The Richmond City Council on Tuesday considered but did not yet adopt a proposal to waive fees for certain events in the city that could benefit residents....
14
Mar
Richmond Activist Hopes to Win District 4 Seat in November Election
Soheila Bana is running for the District 4 seat on the Richmond City Council, which covers the parts of El Sobrante that are incorporated within the city....
01
Mar
Contra Costa Lifts COVID Restrictions Along With California
Contra Costa County is seeing a drop in COVID-19 cases and trying to decrease traffic deaths, both of which were discussed Tuesday by the Board of Supervisors....
27
Feb
Q&A: Demnlus Johnson Sets Eyes on Washington
City Council member and recent vice mayor of Richmond Demnlus Johnson spoke with the Pulse after announcing his candidacy for a new congressional seat....
16
Feb
Redistricting Countdown — Latinos Lead in Population Growth, Lose in Voting Clout
Despite leading U.S. population growth, Latinos are losing big time in terms of voting clout now that two thirds of the states have completed redistricting....
16
Feb
Council Votes to Support Refinery Workers and Elect New Vice Mayor
Richmond City Council on Tuesday adopted a resolution favoring a safe and fair contract for refinery workers and elevated Eduardo Martinez to vice mayor....
14
Feb
Madame Secretary: Hon. Shirley N. Weber Reflects on Voting Rights, First Year in Office
Shirley Weber, California's first Black secretary of State, reflects on voting rights and moving out of the Legislature following her first year in office....
