Editorial: Let the Contra Costa County Political Circus Begin
Ladies and gentlemen, WE HAVE A BALLOT. The filing deadlines are over. The extensions are over. The “I’m thinking about running” crowd can go back to Facebook. The people who…
Ladies and gentlemen, WE HAVE A BALLOT. The filing deadlines are over. The extensions are over. The “I’m thinking about running” crowd can go back to Facebook. The people who…
The Richmond Police Department says a suspect has been arrested following a deadly double stabbing late Tuesday night in the 1700 block of Wood Place. Police identified the victim as…
On Tuesday, the Richmond City Council rejected the idea of placing a ballot initiative on the November ballot that would establish an independent ethics commission. The item was rejected in…
In a two step process before asking voters to support a $120 million bond, the Richmond City Council agreed to determine the “necessity” for submission of a General Obligation Bond…
The Richmond Police Department is investigating a double shooting that occurred Wednesday night in the 400 block of Wilson Avenue. According to police, they said there were two victims with…
The Richmond Police Department reports officers safely removed two illegal firearms from our streets within hours of one another, demonstrating their continued commitment to keeping our community safe. According to police,…
On Tuesday, Richmond city council will discuss a ballot initiative to adopt an ordinance that could begin the process to establish an independent ethics commission. The proposed Richmond Gate Act…
At its July 7 meeting, the Richmond City Council is being asked to approve a 3-year extension with the Contra Costa County’s Coordinated Outreach, Referral, and Engagement (CORE) for Homeless…
The Richmond Police Department announced it wrote 76 tickets and made 2 arrests during a traffic enforcement operation on Tuesday. According to police, the joint operation with neighboring agencies in…
On Tuesday, the Richmond City Council will receive a report showing voters would likely support a ballot measure to fund Emergency Response. The survey came after the city is seeking…
The City of Richmond invites you celebrate freedom, culture, history, and community at Richmond’s annual Juneteenth Parade & Festival! Juneteenth is a time for our community to come together in…
Contra Costa County broke ground today on a new 45-bed facility in Richmond that will expand local long-term behavioral health treatment capacity for residents with serious mental illness. The project…
The Richmond Police Department announced late Tuesday that it is investigating a homicide that occurred in the 4500 block of Potrero Avenue. Officers responded to the area and are actively…
If Richmond City Councilmember Soheila Bana gets her way, there will be a July 3 Drone Show at the Hilltop Mall. On Tuesday, the Richmond City Council is being asked…
Richmond residents this fall will vote on their next mayor and it will likley be Councilmember Claudia Jimenez and Ahmad Anderson in the runoff. Mayor Eduardo Martinez faced four challengers…
The Richmond Police Department has arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting that occurred on May 29, 2026, in the 200 block of West Nevin Avenue. At approximately…
On Thursday, the Contra Costa County Hazardous Materials Commission (HMC) will discuss a recommendation by staff of the Board’s sunset as many roles and priorities are duplicative across other bodies…
Measure establishes a dedicated Public Safety Fund and a 187-officer minimum staffing floor — while fully preserving Council budget authority and protecting all legal obligations. RICHMOND, CA — A proposed…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative John Garamendi (CA-08) joined U.S. Senators Adam Schiff and Alex Padilla (both D-CA), along with Congresswoman Julia Brownley (CA-26), to announce more than $22 million in…
Richmond, CA: At a time when anti-immigration rhetoric echoes at a national scale, showing up for one another not only brings our shared struggles into light, but also reminds us…
On this episode of Be Curious Contra Costa, a chat with City of Richmond Mayoral candidate Demnlus Johnson III. He is a former city councilmember running for mayor. He is…
Last week, Richmond City Manager Shasa Curl announced she was retiring after serving the city for more than 20-years. The announcement came during the city council meeting after a report…
The Richmond Police Department says four illegal firearms recovered during one traffic stop. According to police, this last Thursday during swing shift in the city’s Southern District, Richmond officers conducted…
On this episode of Be Curious Contra Costa, a chat with Richmond Mayoral Candidate Ahmad Anderson. Richmond is a city that now has a primary system for all council positions…
At the April 21 Meeting, the Richmond City Council will discuss a potential moratorium on data centers within the City of Richmond. The council is being asked to provide direction…