Next Antioch City Clerk Will Be Appointed, Not Elected
Antioch says it could save close to $1 million by having the council appoint a city clerk, instead of holding a special election after Melissa Rhodes resigned....
15
Aug
12
Aug
‘Action Is About Support’: New AUSD Superintendent Meets the Community
Newly appointed Antioch Unified School District superintendent Dr. Darnise Williams was formerly welcomed at a meet-and-greet on Aug. 2....
08
Aug
Antioch Police Oversight Commission Considers Removing Member Over Frequent Absences
The Antioch Police Oversight Commission has plans to consider ousting one of its own for what some members call “persistent” and “habitual” absences....
03
Aug
Community-Led Black Wellness Hub to Open in Antioch
The African American Holistic Wellness and Resource Hub will open at Delta Bay Community Church, 1020 Tregallas Road, Antioch, at 3 p.m. Aug. 8....
31
Jul
‘Nobody Calls Because It’s Their Best Day Ever’: My Summer With the Antioch Police Department
If society wants officers, judges and lawmakers to be accountable, the public needs to understand what they actually do, writes a student who interned at APD....
12
Jul
Antioch Police Commission Addresses Proposed Changes, Hate Crimes
The proposed changes to the Antioch Police Oversight Commission include allowing current officers from outside agencies to become members....
11
Jul
Antioch Police Release Body-Cam Footage, Audio of Officer-Involved Shooting
Newly released body cam and audio footage reveals the moments leading up to the fatal shooting of David Bahrami by Antioch Police on June 30....
27
Jun
Antioch Approves Budget, Reduces Crisis Response Services
Antioch on Tuesday approves what it says is a balanced budget. Among the moves to get there is a reduction in service of the Angelo Quinto Crisis Response Team....
25
Jun
Former Antioch Officer Gets 7 Years in Federal Prison for Abuse of Power, Lying, Fraud
Morteza Amiri was sentenced to prison for violating civil rights through excessive force, falsifying records, and taking part in a scheme to get pay raises....
16
Jun
Antioch Mayor Says City Has ‘Made a Lot of Progress’ on Budget
In a series of special meetings ending June 9, Antioch City Council devised a number of cuts but says it has more work to reach a balanced budget....
13
Jun
Antioch Unified Names Darnise Williams New Schools Superintendent
The Antioch Unified School District appointed Darnise Williams as its next superintendent, a position she has previously held in other districts....
12
Jun
Antioch Moves Forward With One Housing Development, Pushes Back Another
Antioch City Council approved phase two of The Ranch project but raised concerns with affordability, appearance and access in the Jessica Court project....
11
Jun
Antioch Lets Police Stick With PR Firm Said to Help ‘Bury Bad News’
Antioch Police will continue to work with a public relations firm that has faced criticism for allegedly helping agencies avoid accountability and transparency. ...
27
May
Antioch Advances Homekey+ Application for Supportive Housing
If approved, a hotel would become a permanent housing site for homeless families and individuals who have experienced behavioral health issues....
15
May
Antioch Appoints Police Commissioner Accused of Problematic Views That He Denies
Joe Mitchell, who denied allegations of racist, homophobic and anti-vaccination views, was unanimously appointed to the Antioch Police Oversight Commission....
