Contra Costa County D.A. Diana Becton's husband named in underage sex suit
Lawyers for an alleged victim of child sex abuse by an employee of Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church of Richmond wants California Attorney General Rob Bonta to investigate the allegations because of the church's connection to Contra Costa County District Attorney Diana Becton.
Richmond female-owned business hit twice by vandal
A Richmond woman-owned business has been vandalized twice by the same man within a month's period.
Richmond teen found dead from apparent gunshot wound inside vehicle in Livermore, police say
Livermore police are investigating a homicide where a 15-year-old girl from Richmond was found unconscious with an apparent gunshot wound inside a vehicle Friday night.
Bay Area figure skater Alysa Liu retires at age 16
An Olympic figure skater from Richmond has announced her retirement at age 16. Alysa Liu made the announcement on Instagram Saturday.
Richmond charter school teacher arrested, charged with 29 counts of lewd acts against minors
A Richmond charter school teacher has been arrested and charged with 29 counts of lewd acts with minors, including statutory rape, officials say. Her victims were seven boys, ages 15 to 16, the Contra Costa County District Attorney's office says.
Alleged North Richmond 'Swerve Team' gang members convicted of murder
Two men were convicted this week of murder and other charges for a crime spree connected to a North Richmond street gang back in 2016, Contra Costa County prosecutors said Friday.
Betty Reid Soskin, nation's oldest park ranger, retires at 100 years old
Betty Reid Soskin, the oldest active National Park Service ranger, retired Thursday following more than 15 years sharing stories of her life and those of other working women during World War II at Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historic Park in Richmond.
Man killed in hit-and-run was intentionally struck, Richmond police say
A fatal hit-and-run in Richmond last week has now turned into a homicide investigation, as police said they found evidence to believe it was an intentional act.
Attention BART riders: Red line service returns on Tuesday
BART officials have some good news to share. Their red line service, which has seen disruptions and closures for the past few weeks, is returning on Tuesday, March 22.
Chevron workers strike: 500 Richmond refinery workers walk picket lines
More than 500 Chevron union workers took to the picket line on Monday, when contract negotiations broke down. The workers say Chevron's offer is insufficient, given the Bay Area's high cost of living. The company brought in replacement workers.
Chevron refinery workers to go on strike
Workers at the Chevron oil refinery are going on strike in Richmond tomorrow.
16-year-old mother runs away from Richmond home with 1-year-old son
Richmond Police Department is investigating a missing juveniles case where a young mother has runaway from home with her 1-year-old son.
Suspects arrested for deadly mass shooting at Father's Day party in Richmond
Richmond police say they have arrested two suspects who fatally shot three people and injured five others at a Father's Day party last June.
Shooting at Richmond's De Anza High during fight on campus
A shooting took place at Richmond's De Anza High School during a fight on the school's campus Friday, police said.
BART temporarily suspends red-line service due to equipment problems
After two tough mornings, commuters who rely on BART may have to strap in for a bumpy commute in the days ahead. The problems will impact riders who rely on the red line between Richmond and Millbrae.
Suspect in Richmond McDonald's drive-thru attack on mother surrenders, charged by D.A.
A woman made locally infamous for her alleged attack on a mother with her children at a Richmond McDonald's drive-through last month has surrendered to police this week. She was arrested and has now been charged by the Contra Costa County district attorney, officials say.
Road rage at Richmond McDonald's drive-through allegedly leads to assault
A woman was assaulted after a driver accused her of cutting her off in a McDonald's drive-through in Richmond. Police said they are looking for help in their investigation.
San Francisco educator killed in Richmond-San Rafael big-rig crash had promising life
Michael Baroja's 1988 Toyota Supra stalled while he was driving on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge going eastbound. His car caught on fire after a big rig crashed into it from behind.
Aunt throws San Francisco nephew a birthday limo surprise in heartwarming, viral video
A California aunt said her nephew had never seen a limousine in person. So she surprised him by picking him up in one from school for this 10th birthday. The heartwarming birthday surprise has gone viral.
Big rig engulfed in flames on Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, fatal collision impacts traffic
All lanes of eastbound I-580, the lower deck of the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, were blocked after a fiery, fatal traffic collision, according to California Highway Patrol.