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In yet another blow to East Bay beer-focused businesses, the bar is closing in part due to slowing business and high rent.
After 10 years in Temescal, Roses’ Taproom announces closure
In yet another blow to East Bay beer-focused businesses, the bar is closing in part due to slowing business and high rent.
richmondside.org
November 22, 2025 at 7:58 AM
In yet another blow to East Bay beer-focused businesses, the bar is closing in part due to slowing business and high rent.
Starting this weekend at least three Richmond nonprofits will give away Thanksgiving turkeys and food and will host holiday meals.
Where to get a free turkey in Richmond
Starting this weekend at least three Richmond nonprofits will give away Thanksgiving turkeys and food and will host holiday meals.
richmondside.org
November 21, 2025 at 7:58 AM
Starting this weekend at least three Richmond nonprofits will give away Thanksgiving turkeys and food and will host holiday meals.
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Hyphy Burger expands, Dough Zone lands in Berkeley, and Good Times Oakland fully opens
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
richmondside.org
November 20, 2025 at 7:58 AM
A running list of restaurants that have recently opened in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
City is also hiring a consultant to conduct citywide mental health assessment to improve services, address care gaps.
Richmond police now have 24 hours after shooting someone to say what happened
City is also hiring a consultant to conduct citywide mental health assessment to improve services, address care gaps.
richmondside.org
November 20, 2025 at 7:57 AM
City is also hiring a consultant to conduct citywide mental health assessment to improve services, address care gaps.
A state mediation hearing aiming to break the impasse will take place today. The teachers union plans to reveal the results of that at two town halls this week.
WCCUSD, union take last step before teachers can strike
A state mediation hearing to break the United Teachers of Richmond contract impasse is set to take place today.
richmondside.org
November 19, 2025 at 2:05 PM
A state mediation hearing aiming to break the impasse will take place today. The teachers union plans to reveal the results of that at two town halls this week.
Richmond parents say they like that flag football is safer than tackle football and that girls can play too.
Flag football leagues are expanding to Richmond as sport's popularity soars
Richmond parents say they like that flag football is safer than tackle football and that girls can play too.
richmondside.org
November 18, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Richmond parents say they like that flag football is safer than tackle football and that girls can play too.
East Richmond residents share what it’s like to constantly have thieves creeping around their neighborhood and telecommunications wires hanging in disrepair while copper thefts continue to plague the city.
What's that late-night noise? It could be the sound of stolen copper cables crashing down
California has experienced the most copper thefts nationally, and one east Richmond neighborhood has been hit particularly hard.
richmondside.org
November 17, 2025 at 2:05 PM
East Richmond residents share what it’s like to constantly have thieves creeping around their neighborhood and telecommunications wires hanging in disrepair while copper thefts continue to plague the city.
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Red Bay Coffee shuttering HQ, three.one four pizzeria presses ‘pause,’ and more East Bay closures
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
richmondside.org
November 15, 2025 at 2:04 PM
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
This week's lineup includes: a Little Hill tribute to the 50th anniversary of Neil Young's "Zuma," jazz at Windchaser Wine Co. and karaoke at The Factory.
Where to see live music, sing karaoke in Richmond
This week's lineup includes: a tribute to the 50th anniversary of Neil Young's "Zuma" jazz at Windchaser Wine Co. and karaoke at The Factory.
richmondside.org
November 14, 2025 at 2:04 PM
This week's lineup includes: a Little Hill tribute to the 50th anniversary of Neil Young's "Zuma," jazz at Windchaser Wine Co. and karaoke at The Factory.
The East Bay will see winds gusting more than 40 mph Thursday, which could bring down tree limbs and power lines, according to the National Weather Service.
Several inches of rain could pound Richmond this week
Richmond is in for heavy rain and potentially damaging winds starting Wednesday night and into Thursday night, with up to 2.5 inches of rain expected.
richmondside.org
November 13, 2025 at 2:04 PM
The East Bay will see winds gusting more than 40 mph Thursday, which could bring down tree limbs and power lines, according to the National Weather Service.
Sabrina Landreth resigned last week, claiming EBRPD's board demanded she violate open government and personnel laws.
East Bay parks general manager resigns, considers legal action against EBRPD
Sabrina Landreth resigned Nov. 6, claiming EBRPD's board demanded she violate open government and personnel laws.
richmondside.org
November 12, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Sabrina Landreth resigned last week, claiming EBRPD's board demanded she violate open government and personnel laws.
Increasingly popular sport (yes, it's considered one) is now offered at eight WCCUSD schools as well as local library branches.
Richmond chess group helps players find their match
West Coast Chess Alliance is helping the sport thrive in west Contra Costa County, hosting tournaments and games at local schools, libraries.
richmondside.org
November 11, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Increasingly popular sport (yes, it's considered one) is now offered at eight WCCUSD schools as well as local library branches.
Contra Costa County will not be distributing food debit cards as originally planned because SNAP funds are being restored in California.
With California CalFresh funds restored, county pauses on food debit card handout
Contra Costa County will not be distributing food debit cards as originally planned because SNAP funds are being restored in California.
richmondside.org
November 9, 2025 at 7:58 AM
Contra Costa County will not be distributing food debit cards as originally planned because SNAP funds are being restored in California.
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A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Flora & Ferment shutters quietly, community cornerstone Friends and Family announces closing date
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
richmondside.org
November 8, 2025 at 7:58 AM
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
The Federal Aviation Administration is forcing airlines to cut 10% of their flights at 40 airports starting Friday, Nov. 7. SFO and OAK are on the list; San Jose is not.
OAK, SFO hit by FAA air traffic reductions
The Federal Aviation Administration is forcing airlines to cut 10% of their flights at 40 airports starting Friday, Nov. 7.
richmondside.org
November 7, 2025 at 7:58 AM
The Federal Aviation Administration is forcing airlines to cut 10% of their flights at 40 airports starting Friday, Nov. 7. SFO and OAK are on the list; San Jose is not.
Starting in January Richmond promises twice-a-year cleanups of Meeker Slough in Marina Bay.
At low tide dumped junk in Meeker Slough is an eyesore. But now Richmond has a cleanup plan
Starting in January Richmond promises twice-a-year cleanups of Meeker Slough in Marina Bay.
richmondside.org
November 6, 2025 at 7:58 AM
Starting in January Richmond promises twice-a-year cleanups of Meeker Slough in Marina Bay.
County to spend $21M on pre-loaded debit cards while visitors to a soup kitchen say they're fasting, skipping meals and shopping at Dollar Tree to survive.
With SNAP benefits in limbo, Contra Costa to give CalFresh recipients food money
The county will provide pre-loaded debit cards for residents enrolled in the CalFresh food assistance program.
richmondside.org
November 5, 2025 at 2:04 PM
County to spend $21M on pre-loaded debit cards while visitors to a soup kitchen say they're fasting, skipping meals and shopping at Dollar Tree to survive.
Under court order, FEMA stopped requiring security grantees to collaborate with immigration enforcement on Oct. 21. But AC Transit will not apply, after facing community pressure to protect riders.
$750K grant for BART had strings attached: ICE cooperation
Under court order, FEMA stopped requiring security grantees to collaborate with immigration enforcement on Oct. 21.
richmondside.org
November 5, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Under court order, FEMA stopped requiring security grantees to collaborate with immigration enforcement on Oct. 21. But AC Transit will not apply, after facing community pressure to protect riders.
At early in-person voting for redistricting proposition, Richmond residents weigh the country's current divisive political landscape.
'Yes' on Prop. 50 voters in Richmond say Trump is driving them to polls
At early in-person voting for redistricting proposition, Richmond residents weigh the country's current divisive political landscape.
richmondside.org
November 4, 2025 at 2:03 PM
At early in-person voting for redistricting proposition, Richmond residents weigh the country's current divisive political landscape.
Richmond-based group teaches environmental advocacy called "kayaktivism" while making water recreation more accessible.
Giving paddles to the people: Rich City Rays says kayaking not just for the wealthy
Richmond-based group teaches environmental advocacy called "kayaktivism" while making water recreation more accessible.
richmondside.org
November 3, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Richmond-based group teaches environmental advocacy called "kayaktivism" while making water recreation more accessible.
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Oakland loses another classic hot dog joint, and one Indian restaurant makes way for another
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
richmondside.org
November 1, 2025 at 6:58 AM
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Highlights include a haunted house and other Halloween-related events as well as a major fundraiser for a performing arts school and the next series of WCCUSD budget meetings.
11 things to do in Richmond this week
Things to do in Richmond this week include in-person voting for the Prop. 50 special election, a haunted house and an arts school gala.
richmondside.org
October 31, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Highlights include a haunted house and other Halloween-related events as well as a major fundraiser for a performing arts school and the next series of WCCUSD budget meetings.
Contra Costa County food bank says it has enough food to meet needs as states sue to stop Trump from freezing funding.
Contra Costa County plans to give CalFresh recipients food money if SNAP is paused
Contra Costa County's food bank says it is prepared as states are suing to stop Trump from freezing SNAP funding.
richmondside.org
October 30, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Contra Costa County food bank says it has enough food to meet needs as states sue to stop Trump from freezing funding.
It’s not too late to deck yourself out as a “Wicked” character, your favorite Fortnite icon, a skibidi toilet or the classic condiment.
Are you a Glinda or an Elphaba? Where to find a Halloween costume in Richmond
It’s not too late to deck yourself out as a “Wicked” character, your favorite Fortnite icon, a skibidi toilet or the classic condiment.
richmondside.org
October 29, 2025 at 12:03 PM
It’s not too late to deck yourself out as a “Wicked” character, your favorite Fortnite icon, a skibidi toilet or the classic condiment.