On Saturday west county No Kings groups hosted several events designed to encourage voters to cast their ballots in the Nov. 3 election.

Today is the deadline to register, but it is possible to sign up later as a conditional voter. See our story for details about how to do that.

Richmondside freelance photographer Austin Riggs, a journalism student at UC Berkeley, was there to capture some images from the day’s activities, which took place in downtown Richmond, on local overpasses and in El Sobrante.

About 25 supporters of the No Kings movement gathered on an Interstate 80 overcrossing near Richmond to publicize the upcoming election. Credit: Austin Riggs for Richmondside
The mood at a No Kings event on Saturday was jovial, even featuring a moment to dance. Credit: Austin Riggs for Richmondside
Alice Shusterman of Richmond approached passing cars in downtown Richmond to hand out informational flyers about the voting and the election. Credit: Austin Riggs for Richmondside
A man participating in the Oct. 17, 2026 No Kings rally in Richmond carries a sign showing President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Credit: Austin Riggs for Richmondside
Monica (left), a Richmond resident who didn’t give her last name, said, “Some people don’t feel safe coming out, but I can.” Credit: Austin Riggs for Richmondside
Signs greeted drivers from a walkway above Interstate 80 in San Pablo on Sat., Oct. 17, 2026. The election is in two weeks. Credit: Austin Riggs for Richmondside

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