Civic Center Library starts hands-on floor loom weaving series
Community art program pairs master textile instructors with East Bay crafters to explore traditional four-harness floor loom…
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Oakland halts new data centers for 45 days
The Oakland City Council has enacted an emergency 45-day moratorium on new commercial data center developments, passing the landmark…
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Richmond mayoral hopefuls split on policing and youth investment
Candidates vying to lead the city of Richmond engaged in a spirited debate over crime prevention and law enforcement strategies on…
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Hayward council panel plans April 5 session on business vitality
The Hayward Council Economic Development Committee will assemble for its scheduled municipal policy meeting on Monday, April 5, 2027,…
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Six El Cerrito council candidates tackle budget and public safety
Six candidates campaigning for the El Cerrito City Council gathered at the historic Veterans Memorial Association hall this week for a…
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Community
Livermore library pairs Native heritage with loom weaving classes
Free community cultural programming at Civic Center Library celebrates California Native heritage with hands-on artisan masterclasses…
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Youth artists illuminate Dublin community spirit at Mayor Sherry Hu’s fall art showcase
As an 11th grade student and lifelong artist with years of experience across graphite, charcoal, colored pencil, collages and more,…
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West Contra Costa Unified seeks parcel tax renewal via Measure V
The West Contra Costa Unified School District is asking local voters to approve Measure V on the November general election ballot,…
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Kulintang Dialect brings Filipino music to the Livermore library
Acclaimed traditional Filipino percussion ensemble Kulintang Dialect will perform a live commemorative concert at the Livermore Civic…
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Antioch city manager Bessie Scott's contract ends today
Today marks the end of Bessie Scott's tenure as Antioch City Manager, with her contract concluding on October 7, 2026.
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Antioch keeps Ana Cortez as acting city manager, starts search
The Antioch City Council has decided to retain Ana Cortez as the acting city manager while the search for a permanent city manager…
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Antioch Advisory Committee Gathers Public Input on Twenty-Year General Plan Update
The General Plan Advisory Committee meets Oct. 6 at City Council Chambers to guide housing, land use, transit, and economic growth…
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Palooza and Porsches on Main come to downtown Pleasanton
Downtown Pleasanton is preparing for a high-energy autumn weekend of live entertainment, community celebrations, and automotive…
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Oakland nonprofit targets tech-backed Democrats in $1 million ad campaign
Oakland-based nonprofit TechEquity Action launched a $1 million statewide advertising campaign on September 28, 2026, aimed at…
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Business
Antioch chamber holds State of Business luncheon Oct. 8
Business executives, civic organizers, and East Contra Costa commercial leaders will convene in Antioch on Wednesday, October 8, for…
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