Richmond’s crisis team has been 5 years in the making. Here’s how its first 120 days went
ROCK, founded in 2021 as an alternative to sending police, has answered an average of 119 calls a month since March — just a fraction of the total.
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Itani takes the helm at Delage, another matcha option comes to Berkeley, and more openings
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
A new clinic is helping Richmond immigrants navigate the legal complexities of asylum
Two Berkeley nonprofits started a pilot project this year to fill a crucial service gap for refugees and newcomers who’ve survived violence.
Richmond considers switching from Flock to a different surveillance firm
The city council on Tuesday will also consider banning data centers, of which there are none in Richmond, and will discuss the $550 million Chevron settlement.
City
Richmond to make ‘doing donuts’ more difficult
The city plans to alter traffic patterns at six intersections to deter drivers from sideshow-type moves such as burning rubber circles.
election
Foro de candidatos a la alcaldía de Richmond: Ahmad Anderson y Claudia Jiménez se enfrentarán el 1 de octubre
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Community
5 things to know — CalKIDS launches Scholarship Month, mayoral debates, transit forum
Also: Two debates are set for Richmond’s mayoral candidates; a West County Forum luncheon tackles AC Transit and BART issues; the local food bank receives $50,000.
Pinole’s Ristorante Due Rose announces final days, Sweet Potatoes Up Beet Cafe shuts down and more closures
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
SCHOOLS
Incoming WCCUSD board member said teachers strike inspired her to run
Political newcomer Caitlin Garibaldi was uncontested for Area 5. Area 4’s Demetrio Gonzalez-Hoy returns for a third term committed to improving student performance and increasing enrollment and attendance.
Public safety
Richmond woman charged with attempted murder of 8 police officers during mental health crisis call
The suspect, who police say injured one officer, is expected to be arraigned this afternoon.
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