On the agenda: $644 million budget, staff vacancies, anti-land grab ordinance
Richmond’s City Council will meet Tuesday, June 3, to discuss next year's budget, weigh a proposed ordinance targeting corporate land acquisition practices, and vote on a series of public safety and community initiatives, including support for the city’s Juneteenth celebration.
Oakland Unified School District announces new interim superintendent despite contract concerns
In a special meeting , the OUSD board voted 6 to 1 to appoint a new interim superintendent for the next school year in order to get the ball rolling on contract negotiations before her start on July 1.
May 18-24: Antioch Police Calls
The following is a sampling of the Antioch Police Calls reported between May 18-24 which focuses on the higher priority call responses in the City of Antioch. 5/18 – 1000 block W 4th St. 5/18 – L St & W 6th St. 5/19 – 3900 block Lone Tree...
Close Call At Alamo Safeway Sunday
Photo Bundle from scene of incident at Alamo Safeway this morning. Relatively minor injuries after all was said and done. Thanks to everyone who stopped to talk with our photographer. Minor injuries to driver, mom hurt getting her child out of the way and a store employee who suffered an...
Here’s a look at preparations for final ride of AIDS LifeCycle, ending after more...
After more than 30 years and more than a million participants, the AIDS LifeCycle is coming to an end. The organization behind it citing a rise in production costs and a drop in donations post-pandemic.
Lovely Martha Fish Report for 6-1-2025
6/1/25. LIMITS AGAIN!!! What a great way to start the month of June!!! We had a private charter today and they had steady action the whole time!! We finished up with 22 limits(44) of striped bass & 2 chunky halibut!!! We have LIGHT LOADS GOING OUT ON TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY for a full day trip. These are the only days we...
Northern Lights may be visible in the Bay Area
SAN FRANCISCO - The Northern Lights are back!. A strong solar storm occurred on May 30, and charged particles from the sun have been approaching the Earth at extreme speeds – about 4.3 million MPH. A remote fire camera in Modoc County was able to capture the beautiful aurora...
See the 27-foot tall plant California residents are trying to see in once-in-a-lifetime bloom
A homeowner in Oakland, California is gaining attention for their enormous, 27-foot tall Agave Americana plant that is now in its once-in-a-lifetime death bloom.
Day 83 at the 16th St. Plaza: Eight pipes, foil, and ‘I gotta eat.’
Downtown, which is largely abandoned, features large and secure trash cans. Maybe a few could be spared for Mission Street. Day 83 at the 16th St. Plaza: Eight pipes, foil, and ‘I gotta eat.’
Randy’s Donuts Expands to Bay Area with First Northern California Location
One of the most iconic doughnut shops in the world is making its debut in Northern California. Randy’s Donuts, the legendary Los Angeles-based chain known for its giant rooftop doughnut and celebrity-level status, is officially opening its first Bay Area location in Santa Clara.
