News across Contra Costa County
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 14Richmond Tiny House Village Farm & Garden Set to Open Gates on Sept. 26
OAKLAND POST — “It’s going to be a real celebration of hope and what we can do together when we come together to do something to care for the least of us,” Hindman said. “The grand opening program is youth-led, so that will be, and the ribbon cutting will be youth-led, so it’s…
Oakland Post (Post News Group)
Published September 14Community Feedback at Chevron Richmond Town Halls Drives Changes
OAKLAND POST — Over the past two years, public input has produced changes across transparency, communication, safety, and local funding. To improve transparency, Chevron Richmond expanded public air monitoring access with downloadable records and quarterly reports, updated their…
Richmondside
Published September 11Students are suffering in sweltering classrooms, WCCUSD teachers say
Students are suffering in sweltering classrooms, WCCUSD teachers say Teachers say classroom temperatures reached 80 degrees or higher during the recent heat wave. A survey found that 24 schools need upgrades to keep the temperatures under 76 degrees.
Richmondside
Published September 11Pinole’s Ristorante Due Rose announces final days, Sweet Potatoes Up Beet Cafe shuts down and more closures
Pinole’s Ristorante Due Rose announces final days, Sweet Potatoes Up Beet Cafe shuts down and more closures A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Richmondside
Published September 115 things to know — CalKIDS launches Scholarship Month, mayoral debates, transit forum
5 things to know — CalKIDS launches Scholarship Month, mayoral debates, transit forum Also: Two debates are set for Richmond's mayoral candidates; a West County Forum luncheon tackles AC Transit and BART issues; the local food bank receives $50,000.
Contra Costa County Government
Published September 11Update on Board of Supervisors Meeting
The meeting will be accessible in person, via television, and live streaming to all members of the public.
Contra Costa County Government
Published September 11Treasury Oversight Committee Meeting
Treasury Oversight Committee Meeting Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Contra Costa County Government
Published September 10Christie Road (Martinez) Road Work
Public Works will perform road work on Christie Road in Martinez starting Wed., 9/16 - Wed., 9/23/26, from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Expect up to 15 minute delays through the work area due to traffic control and lane closures.
Richmondside
Published September 10Cal Fire cancels prescribed Angel Island burns due to air quality
Cal Fire cancels prescribed Angel Island burns due to air quality Controlled fires for Wednesday and Thursday were called off after Tuesday's smoky skies. A heat advisory is in effect until Thursday night.
The Vallejo Sun
Published September 10Solano County veterans struggle with federal cuts to mental health services
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has canceled group therapy for Mare Island and Fairfield veterans and shortened sessions as wait times have ballooned.
Richmondside
Published September 10Richmond woman charged with attempted murder of 8 police officers during mental health crisis call
Richmond woman charged with attempted murder of 8 police officers during mental health crisis call The suspect, who police say injured one officer, is expected to be arraigned this afternoon.
Richmondside
Published September 109 things to do in Richmond this week
9 things to do in Richmond this week Highlights include: Fiestas Patrias Parade marches through Richmond; NIAD fashion on the runway; 50th Solano Stroll.