A guide to Richmond summer events —concerts, festivals, camps and art shows
There are well over a dozen events happening this summer, including Point Richmond’s summer concert series, outdoor family movies, a Pride parade and Juneteenth.
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Richmond artists join large art sale fundraiser for Multicultural Institute
More than 300 works from 125 artists will be sold at La Peña Cultural Center in a first-of-its-kind fundraiser for the Multicultural Institute, a Richmond-based day laborer and domestic worker program.
4 things to do in Richmond this week
Highlights include: Sign up for summer adult basketball league; live music at Multicultural Bookstore; tie-dye, pizza and kids’ story time.
Martinez resident — and political newcomer — among challengers to entrenched U.S. Rep. John Garamendi
Nicolas Carjuzaa said his campaign strategy included knocking on nearly 14,000 doors, including more than 3,000 in Richmond, in his June 2 primary bid for the 8th Congressional District seat.
election news
5 things to know about June 2 primary election
From voting by mail to finding a polling place on Election Day, here’s everything you need to know to cast a ballot.
City
Richmond is first California city to oppose a carbon dioxide waste pipeline
The city council voted to recommend the EPA and other relevant land use agencies reject a proposed project that would transport carbon dioxide from Bay Area refineries — including Chevron’s Richmond facility — to an underground injection site in the Solano County wetlands.
Community
‘Still coming to grips with a lot’: Retired from police, I’m finding peace and time to reflect
Daryl Jackson grew up in an abusive home and dealt with violence as a homicide detective in Richmond. Today, he’s finding strength in family and the space to leave it behind.
Popular ramen chain lands in Berkeley, Walnut Creek welcomes new Italian spot, and fresh choices for dumplings, tacos and more
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
SCHOOLS
Saved: 7 music teachers, ROTC and some high school staff. Cut: Dozens of Teamsters jobs, principals and more
The WCCUSD school board gave a reprieve to several popular programs, but dozens of layoffs were approved to help reduce a $127 million deficit.
Public safety
Update: Person found dead in harbor killed in car crash
Car recovered from water near Canal Drive, where a body was found on Saturday.
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