Facing possible censure for ‘antisemitic conduct,’ Richmond mayor offers atonement plan
On Tuesday Mayor Eduardo Martinez will offer his own retribution plan for what some of his colleagues say was “antisemitic conduct.”
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Everything you need to know about the Cheese Board expansion
The cherished North Shattuck bakery, cheese shop and pizzeria reopened Jan. 20 with a new system to accommodate a project eight years in the making.
Does your home need an electrical upgrade? Call Mr. Poppy
New company aims to offer professional wiring work with good service at a lower cost.
WCCUSD considers layoffs and $60M in cuts to pay for employee raises
District officials say the 8% raises agreed to for teachers and staff will increase structural deficit to $127 million, requiring cuts to positions and programs over the next three years.
City
Victim identified in San Pablo fatal shooting
Clarence Hughes Jr., 36, of Richmond was shot to death Dec. 29 on Rumrill Boulevard, police said.
Community
15 things to do and know in Richmond this week
Highlights include: A number of MLK Jr. events, the latest art openings, a new EBRP community grant program.
Fist of Flour’s final days, and a Mission-style Taco Bell goes dark
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
SCHOOLS
Voices charter school given 2-year renewal despite low performance
WCCUSD school board considered revoking its charter because of low test scores but granted a short renewal contingent on academic improvement.
Public safety
Gun violence in Richmond surged at end of year despite record-low homicides
Acting Police Chief Tim Simmons told the police commission there was a 163% spike in shootings during the last 90 days of 2025.
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Richmondside’s Alejandra Armstrong recognized as ‘unsung hero’ by SPJ NorCal
As audience engagement editor, Armstrong ensures reaching and serving readers is always top of mind — from social media posts to headlines, public events and our email newsletters.
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Inside a reporter’s 3-year effort to investigate the deaths of 2 men after forced sedations
Richmondside reporter Joel Umanzor shares how he used public records and drew on personal relationships to tell the stories of Jose Luis Lopez and Ivan Gutzalenko.
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