It’s believed that a local father was arrested by immigration enforcement agents Thursday, but officials said their children don’t attend WCCUSD schools.
Tag: immigration
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.
A Richmond resident’s week-long saga in ICE detention
When Sergio Chapparo, a Berkeley restaurant manager, was detained at the Oakland Airport, friends, family and coworkers rallied to track him down and fight for his release.
7 things to know — County to hear ICE enforcement report, youth job training
Also: North Richmond residents get priority for new affordable homes; East Bay Regional Parks hires a general manager; voters said to favor transit tax.
Cómo Reimagine Richmond se convirtió en un salvavidas para las comunidades inmigrantes de la ciudad
A través de una línea de ayuda disponible las 24 horas, talleres Conozca sus derechos y visitas de puerta en puerta, esta organización dirigida por voluntarios ha creado una red proactiva de apoyo a los inmigrantes.
26,000 residentes de Contra Costa se quedan sin seguro dental
Medi-Cal va a recortar la atención dental rutinaria para las personas indocumentadas en California a partir del 1 de julio. A continuación le indicamos dónde encontrar alternativas económicas en Richmond y en otras localidades del condado de Contra Costa.
How Reimagine Richmond became a lifeline for city’s immigrant communities
Through a 24-hour hotline, know-your-rights workshops and door knocking, the volunteer-led organization has built a proactive immigrant support network.
Richmond artists join large art sale fundraiser for Multicultural Institute
More than 300 works from 125 artists will be sold at La Peña Cultural Center in a first-of-its-kind fundraiser for the Multicultural Institute, a Richmond-based day laborer and domestic worker program.
9 things to do in Richmond this week
Highlights include: A May Day rally for workers’ rights; an AAPI Heritage Month celebration; and an early Cinco de Mayo festival along 23rd Street.
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.
Californians facing deportation could be guaranteed an attorney under new program
Defendants in criminal court have a constitutional right to an attorney. A bill authored by Assemblymember Mia Bonta would provide legal representation to those in immigration court.
PG&E’s armed security has El Cerrito school community on edge
The Fairmont Elementary community doesn’t want a private military service that works with ICE and Homeland Security near their school.
City property could become ‘ICE-free’ this spring
Ordinance banning federal immigration enforcement on Richmond-owned property is being drafted. District 1 council member Jamelia Brown has concerns about scope.
ICE operations may soon be banned from city-owned property in Richmond
An ordinance, which hasn’t been drafted yet, would prohibit federal agents from using city property for immigration raids.
‘Soy una guerrera’: Homeless in Richmond, an immigrant shares her story of resilience
An undocumented woman from Puebla, Mexico, describes the pitfalls of being unhoused in Richmond and how she finds the strength to carry on.
$750K grant for BART had strings attached: ICE cooperation
Under court order, FEMA stopped requiring security grantees to collaborate with immigration enforcement on Oct. 21. But AC Transit will not apply, after facing community pressure to protect riders.
East Bay officials say local customs operation halted; Richmond mayor says ‘remain alert’
The Alameda County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that federal Customs and Border Enforcement agents have paused East Bay operations.
‘Can I go outside?’ Richmond immigrants voice ICE fears as city launches legal aid
Community advocates increase patrols and warn against spreading ICE rumors as three nonprofits are chosen to provide legal services and emergency aid to immigrant families.
What is Coast Guard Island? Who’s been deported in 2025?
Essential background information about today’s expected arrival of federal Customs and Border Protection agents in the East Bay.
Update: Coast Guard confirms Alameda is base of immigration enforcement action
ICE and border agents are coming Alameda for an operation beginning Thursday.

