Discussions about police military equipment and a proposed ballot measure to create an ethics watchdog commission are among a series of postponed council topics.
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Richmond considers ballot measure to pay for fire station fixes and paramedics
Richmond is the only city in the county without paramedic-certified fire service. Polling says voters are open to paying for it — but aren’t enthusiastic.
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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.
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Richmond nears budget deadline with numerous questions unanswered
City staffers asked the city council to weigh in on budget priorities. Instead the mayor ended the meeting abruptly without a vote.
Posted in2026 Election
June 2 primary election results: Richmond, Contra Costa County, state and federal races
These are the final official primary election results issued by Contra Costa County on June 25.
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Labor unions, police PACs dominate outside spending in Richmond races
The latest data shows East Bay Working Families has spent the most, $104,000.
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Richmond is first California city to oppose a carbon dioxide waste pipeline
The city council voted to recommend the EPA and other relevant land use agencies reject a proposed project that would transport carbon dioxide from Bay Area refineries — including Chevron’s Richmond facility — to an underground injection site in the Solano County wetlands.
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Richmond green-lights improvements to one street. Some say it’s the wrong one
In a 4-3 vote, the city council allocated $2 million for Richmond Parkway work, but some council members say residential streets with known safety hazards are being left out.
Posted in2026 Election
Watch the Richmond City Council D4 election forum
Get prepared to vote in Richmond’s June 2 primary by watching the District 4 city council candidate forum and community Q&A.
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Richmond City Council election: Meet the District 4 candidates Wednesday
Richmondside’s third and final city council candidate forum is Wednesday. Here’s how to RSVP.
Posted in2026 Election
Richmond council candidates ‘wave wand’ and imagine how Chevron money could help District 3
Incumbent Doria Robinson and challenger Brandon Evans appeared before about 35 residents in the second of three election forums hosted by Richmondside for the June 2 primary.
Posted in2026 Election
Update: Richmond City Council D3 election forum: Watch what happened
Get prepared to vote in Richmond’s June 2 primary by watching the District 3 city council candidate forum and community Q&A.
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Meet your Richmond City Council District 4 candidates — in their own words
Soheila Bana, Keycha Gallon and Jamin Pursell discuss ways their neighborhoods feel isolated from some city services and resources.
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City’s lean staffing leaves workers scrambling to get their work done, they say
A preview of Richmond’s $275 million budget shows personnel costs expected to increase more than 37% from 2021.
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Richmond City Council election: Meet the D3 candidates Thursday; D4 forum is May 13
Richmondside’s next co-sponsored city council candidate forum is Thursday. Here’s how to RSVP.
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Will the SS Red Oak Victory ship be docked somewhere new? A $300K study will try to find out
The historic ship, which operates as a nonprofit museum, has been at Point Potrero since 1998, but there’s an effort to relocate it to Ford Point near the Rosie the Riveter visitor center to boost
Posted in2026 Election
What are Richmond residents worried about as primary election approaches?
Richmond residents share their top concerns about the city, including car thefts, potholes and illegal dumping.
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Chevron settlement: Richmond picks consultant to lead spending conversation
Mayor Eduardo Martinez said he voted against hiring the consultant because he did not agree with describing the settlement as “separate” from the general fund.
Posted in2026 Election
Meet your Richmond City Council District 3 candidates — in their own words
Brandon Evans and Doria Robinson weigh in on topics such as the Chevron settlement negotiations, crime and business development.
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Richmond election forums: Hear from your city council candidates
You’ll be able to quiz the District 3 and 4 candidates at Richmondside’s next two primary election forums.
