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Seeking Nominations for Contra Costa County Youth Hall of Fame
Students will be recognized at the 30th Annual César E. Chávez Commemorative Celebration on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 11…
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Capt. Jane Andreotti Appointed Interim Director of Animal Services
Capt. Jane Andreotti was appointed as Contra Costa County’s interim Animal Services director during a special meeting of the County…
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Richmond Resident’s Nonprofit Honors African American Contributions
When A.J. Jelani was growing up in project housing in San Francisco, his family couldn’t afford Christmas gifts, so his…
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ICAC to Host Benefit Concert Jan. 20 to Keep Safe Car Park for Unhoused Open
It was chilly Monday evening at the reopening of the Interfaith Council of Alameda County’s (ICAC) Safe Car Park Program…
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Gettin’ & Stayin’ on the Good Foot in 2024 With Kra Food Flow
In a world where nutrition advice is constantly conflicting and overwhelming, we are often left confused. Trendy diet fads, outdated…
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National Park Service Designates Richmond as ‘American WWII Heritage City
The National Park Services (NPS) named Richmond as among 11 new cities to be designated as “American World War II…
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El Cerrito High Senior Jayvon Bolds Named to Blue-Grey All-American Bowl
El Cerrito High School senior Jayvon Bolds is set to play in the Blue-Grey All American Bowl game at Cowboy…
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L.A. Mayor Bass Announces L.A. Police Chief Moore’s Retirement
On Jan.12, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass held a press conference to announce the retirement of LAPD Chief Michel Moore,…
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Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao Faces Recall Efforts One Year Into Term
A group of Oakland residents, dissatisfied with Mayor Sheng Thao’s approach to combating crime and ensuring public safety, have initiated…
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Anti-Recall Rally Outside City Hall Supports Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao
Bearing “Defend Democracy” signs on the steps of Oakland’s City Hall, about 40 people convened Tuesday in support of Oakland…
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City Council Commits to Adopting Policies to Protect and Enhance Geoffrey’s Inner Circle and the Black Arts District
The Oakland City Council adopted a motion this week potentially resolving the ongoing fight between the many backers of Geoffrey’s…
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Memorial Service Held in Castro Valley for Oakland Police Officer Killed in the Line of Duty
On Wednesday morning, a memorial service was held at 3Crosses Church in Castro Valley to honor the memory of Tuan…
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Oakland Will Revive “Ceasefire” Program After Audit Reports Show Slowing Violence
Oakland City Council held a meeting Tuesday evening to discuss an audit report of an abandoned city program that helped…
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FAME Oakland Observes Fire Disaster Anniversary with Gospel Artist Zacardi Cortez
A year after a fire destroyed its edifice, First AME Church of Oakland (FAME) will commemorate that tragic event with…
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2024 Primary Election Candidates for Alameda County Board of Supervisors District 5 Seat
Nine candidates have filed to run for the Alameda County District 5 Board of Supervisors seat in the March 2024…
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New Marin County HHS Director Brings Breadth of Bay Area Experience
On Feb. 20, Dr. Lisa Warhuus, a psychologist with over 25 years of social services experience, will take over as…
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Taxes on Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Drive Decline in Consumption
A new study by researchers at UC Berkeley—including those at UC Berkeley School of Public Health and the Department of…
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Sec. of State Weber to Appeal Ruling Allowing Asm. Fong to Run for Two Seats
In a statement, California Secretary of State Shirley Weber said she will appeal a California Superior Court decision that allows…
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Controller Malia Cohen: Despite $68 Billion Deficit, California Has Enough Cash to Pay Bills
Over the next few months, Californians will spend time processing the details of Governor Gavin Newsom’s 2024-2025 spending plan, which…
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California Concealed-Carry Law Blocked … for the Second Time
Senate Bill (SB) 2, California’s controversial conceal-carry permit law that took effect Jan. 1, has been blocked for a second…
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Calif. Park Advocates Want More Green Spaces in Black Neighborhoods
Some advocates say the state is not developing and maintaining community recreational facilities equally. They point out that green spaces…
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Book Review: “Who Got Game? Basketball”
A little less than two feet. That's how far you can get your two feet off the floor if you're…
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Bikes Now Allowed on BART Escalators
As of Jan. 1, bikes are allowed on most of the escalators throughout BART, a new rule change that aims…
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Sen. Butler Marks First 100 Days in Office With Message and Meetings
U.S. Sen. Laphonza Butler (D-Calif.), a former labor organizer and advocate for women in politics, marked her first 100 days…
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Four Black Californians Among 10 Inductees into State’s 17th Class of Hall of Famers
On Jan. 11, Gov. Gavin Newsom, First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom and the California Museum announced inductees into the 17th…
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