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City

Temps could hit 80 in Richmond this week

by Richmondside staff March 24, 2025, 6:47 a.m.March 24, 2025, 6:47 a.m.

The National Weather Service says temperatures will be well above normal in Richmond Monday and Tuesday.

a group photo of people who want to recall the district attorney

Community

Crime victims’ families behind DA Diana Becton recall say she failed them

by Richmondside staff March 20, 2025, 2:51 p.m.March 20, 2025, 5:05 p.m.

If successful she would be third Bay Area DA recalled. Proponents include two Richmond murder victims’ families.

Schools

Here’s your chance to tell WCCUSD what you want in a superintendent

by Richmondside staff Feb. 19, 2025, 3:01 p.m.March 12, 2025, 3:34 p.m.

WCCUSD is seeking public input on its search for a new superintendent. Take an online survey and attend next week’s town halls.

A large mural depicts a person boarding an old-time streetcar. In front of the mural, an actual man is walking past it on the sidewalk.

Community

Richmond is full of stories. Share yours

by Richmondside staff Feb. 13, 2025, 3:00 p.m.May 13, 2026, 12:37 p.m.

We’re looking to publish first-person stories that show the many ways people in Richmond experience the city.

Community

Eames Archives offering 75 free tour tickets

by Richmondside staff Feb. 6, 2025, 9:00 a.m.Feb. 6, 2025, 5:42 a.m.

Community day tour celebrates 1-year since opening of largest archive of Charles and Ray Eames’ collection, with 40,000 artifacts and mid-century furniture designs.

Community

Golden mussel threat shuts down San Pablo Reservoir boating season

by Cal Matters and Richmondside staff Feb. 3, 2025, 6:00 a.m.Jan. 31, 2025, 8:14 a.m.

East Bay MUD bans boating to protect water systems from the invasive mollusc.

Public Safety

UPDATE: Martinez refinery fire under control; shelter-in-place lifted

by Richmondside staff Feb. 1, 2025, 5:15 p.m.Feb. 2, 2025, 10:23 a.m.

Fire reported at Martinez Refining Company; six people treated for injuries.

artist john wehrle pointing out one of his murals under a roadway.

Community

Map: Where to see 8 John Wehrle murals in Richmond

by Richmondside staff Dec. 20, 2024, 5:55 a.m.Dec. 20, 2024, 7:01 a.m.

Prolific Richmond muralist John Wehrle’s work can be seen in many cities through the Bay Area, California and in other parts of the U.S.

memorial service with willie brown in Richmond

City

Former S.F. mayor Willie Brown attends Jim McMillan memorial in Richmond

by Richmondside staff Dec. 16, 2024, 1:05 p.m.Dec. 16, 2024, 3:37 p.m.

A number of local and state dignitaries attended a memorial service for James McMillan, a Richmond businessman and former city council member who died in November.

Community

Richmond power outage: 1,335 without power due to damage from rain, winds

by Richmondside staff Dec. 13, 2024, 8:45 a.m.Dec. 14, 2024, 11:36 a.m.

Expect possible king tides and a wet and windy Friday and Saturday in Richmond, with sunnier weather on tap for Sunday.

City

Where are the best holiday lights in Richmond?

by Richmondside staff Dec. 6, 2024, 8:20 a.m.Dec. 6, 2024, 8:20 a.m.

Which neighborhood in Richmond has the best holiday lights displays? Tell us!

City

Memorial service set for former Richmond City Council member James McMillan

by Richmondside staff Dec. 4, 2024, 11:40 a.m.Dec. 9, 2024, 9:51 a.m.

A memorial service for James McMillan, who once owned McMillan Pharmacy in Richmond, will be held Dec. 13 at the Richmond Memorial Auditorium.

Community

Making Thanksgiving better for 500 families

by Richmondside staff Nov. 25, 2024, 11:12 a.m.Nov. 25, 2024, 11:12 a.m.

The Black Neighborhood, a nonprofit serving Richmond, gave away Thanksgiving turkeys on Sunday.

City

Final official election results released

by Richmondside staff Nov. 23, 2024, 5:51 a.m.Dec. 3, 2024, 5:15 p.m.

Contra Costa County has counted all the ballots as of Tue., Dec. 3, and the outcomes of races in Richmond and west Contra Costa County remain unchanged.