From tensions with the police department to rebranding the city’s image, the five people running for mayor discuss their platforms.
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Posted in2026 Election
Richmond mayoral candidates clash over Flock cameras, crime, Chevron funds
Mayoral hopefuls sparred about the Chevron settlement and license plate readers during an online election forum hosted by the Marina Bay Neighborhood Council.
Posted in2026 Election
Will Richmond’s next mayor be a progressive, a moderate or a staunch conservative?
The decision voters make in June could shape the city for decades, say candidates and political observers.
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Claudia Jimenez to run for mayor against RPA ally Eduardo Martinez
In a reversal, the Richmond Progressive Alliance endorsed Claudia Jimenez as the group’s mayoral candidate for the city’s 2026 primary election.
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Council accepts Richmond mayor’s atonement plan; censure put on hold
Mayor Eduardo Martinez has issued a formal apology for reposting “antisemitic tropes” on social media.
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In first-ever Richmond primary election, more candidates joining races early
Four mayoral and six council hopefuls have already begun campaigning ahead of the June election — even though the filing period doesn’t open until February.
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Richmond’s first primary election is next June
You’ll recognize some familiar faces preparing to enter the races for mayor, city council but some haven’t confirmed they’re running.
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Candidates already lining up for Richmond’s first primary election in 2026
Measure J means Richmond’s next city council and mayoral elections could be decided in a June 2026 primary. Some candidates are already saying they’re running.
