Caliber Beta Academy has canceled school on Monday in honor of the slain teacher, 33-year-old Latetia Bobo.
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A State of the Union seat will be left empty for East Bay grandma deported by ICE
U.S. Rep. John Garamendi is protesting ICE’s treatment of Harjit Kaur, 73, who had ties to El Sobrante and Hercules.
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Update: Coastal flood advisory extended; expect chillier weather by Friday
Richmond gets more than an inch of rain within 24 hours as Bay Area cities grapple with switch back to wintery weather.
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Former WCCUSD coach charged with sexual misconduct was fired in September
A former Kennedy High girls varsity volleyball coach, who worked at several WCCUSD schools, was arrested on suspicion of unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor.
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Thousands of Kaiser employees are on strike
The open-ended strike was called by the United Nurses Associations of California, which represents about 31,000 employees. They have accused Kaiser Permanente of squeezing patient care and staffing — a claim the system denies.
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New California laws in effect for 2026
From expanded coverage for in vitro fertilization to preventing sex abuse in schools, here are some of the most noteworthy 2026 laws that went into effect on Jan. 1.
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Family identifies IHOP homicide victim
The man, identified as Romario Raso Garcia, was killed at about 1:45 p.m. while working in the kitchen of the Hillltop neighborhood restaurant.
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Two Richmond men shot in San Pablo. 1 dead, 1 in critical condition
Two Richmond men were shot on Rumrill Boulevard in San Pablo, one fatally — the same day that a homicide victim was found at IHOP in Richmond.
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Betty Reid Soskin, nation’s oldest park ranger, has died. She was 104
Betty Reid Soskin, one of the nation’s most iconic park rangers, died peacefully at her home in Richmond on Sun., Dec. 21, 2025.
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WCCUSD announces Kim Moses to retire, following no-confidence vote
The United Teachers of Richmond on Dec. 10 told the WCCUSD school board that Chief Business Officer Kim Moses underreported projected revenue.
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WCCUSD strike photos: What a community uplifting its schools looks like
The WCCUSD strike became a community-wide movement, drawing thousands to daily rallies to sing, march and speak out in support of striking teachers and Teamsters.
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Clipper card upgrade: Transfers discounts plus credit card taps on AC Transit
Next-generation Clipper, or Clipper 2.0, rolls out Tuesday with improved features such as discounted transfers, instant fund availability, and contactless credit or debit card payments.
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WCCUSD strike: Tentative Teamsters agreement reached. Teachers strike continues
Teamsters strike is suspended pending ratification by members. Teachers strike continues
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Dónde llevar a sus hijos durante la huelga del WCCUSD
Aquí tiene algunas organizaciones que ofrecen apoyo a las familias durante la huelga del WCCUSD.
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WCCUSD strike: District-unions will hold negotiating meetings Saturday
An estimated 2,500 rallied at Marina Bay Park in Richmond as the WCCUSD school board held an all-day emergency meeting.
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Where to take your kids during WCCUSD strike
Here are some organizations offering support for families during the WCCUSD strike.
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Several inches of rain could pound Richmond this week
Richmond should see less rain heading into Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
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East Bay parks general manager resigns, considers legal action against EBRPD
Sabrina Landreth resigned last week, claiming EBRPD’s board demanded she violate open government and personnel laws.
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Update: Family of murdered man say he was ‘kind, empathetic, caring soul’
GoFundMe for city’s 3rd fatal shooting victim of 2025 has raised more than $18,000.
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UPDATE: County hands out 800+ food boxes Monday; CalFresh funds seem to be mostly available
States are fighting the USDA’s request that they “undo” giving SNAP/CalFresh recipients their November food dollars.
