Richmond strengthens proposed ‘ICE-free’ law that would go into effect in May
Ordinance also sets up a system for alerting residents when “verified” ICE activity is happening.
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10 best wildflower hikes in East Bay and nearby
Here are some of the best places to see Bay Area wildflowers. Many are just a short drive away from Richmond.
Tanzie’s duo open new restaurant, new coffee shop brewing in Hercules, and Cheese Board completes expansion
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Richmond park upgrades include soccer field fixes, modern restrooms and ‘lots of fun stuff’
Multi-million dollar state and federal grants are bringing field improvements, lighting and amenities to neighborhood parks that have long gone without.
City
Richmonders to vote on 2 significant, but often overlooked, county offices in June primary
Ballots for Richmond’s first primary election will be mailed by May 4. Two offices that can significantly impact voters’ daily lives are the Contra Costa County clerk-recorder and the assessor.
Community
8 things to do in Richmond this week
Highlights include oysters or opera, a Holi celebration and community seder, and a week of spring break activities for kids.
Air today, beer tomorrow. Almanac partners with Berkeley company on first air-capture carbonated beer
The Alameda brewery’s Flow pale ale uses a process pioneered by Aircapture to turn the air around the brewery into bubbles for beer.
election news
For the first time in nearly 10 years, Contra Costa voters will pick a new schools superintendent
The June primary could determine who will lead the county’s 18 school districts, many of which face budget woes and literacy challenges.
SCHOOLS
WCCUSD must hire qualified teachers, court rules, setting statewide precedent
The appeals court decision said that every student deserves a qualified teacher, regardless of a teacher shortage, and “the importance of public education is beyond question.”
Public safety
Richmond’s Flock license plate readers will be turned back on through 2026
The city council voted to extend the contract after the cameras were taken offline due to concerns about potential data breaches.
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