The San Pablo Planning Commission approved one cannabis retailer this week and expressed concern about another following neighborhood opposition.

Residents spoke out at Tuesday's City Council meeting about the growing encampment, which is located on private property and along the Richmond and San Pablo border.

PJ’s Restaurant & Cocktail, which first opened its doors in 1956, is entering a new era under the ownership of the Padia family, once regular patrons of the restaurant.

Chevron Richmond announced new initiatives targeting indoor-home health and refinery emissions during its latest town hall.

Five local organizations providing food-assistance to community members in need will use the donation to close service gaps and reach families experiencing food insecurity across the County.

The well-attended mixer included an announcement about the upcoming Taste of Richmond event.

Reporter Kathy Chouteau recently met with Director of Ship Operations Captain Mark Epperson (USN Ret.) and Deck Department Head Kim Abbott to take the pulse of the project’s progress.

Under the proposed rules, landlords would have to notify tenants of their rights before buy-out talks, pay at least the city’s permanent relocation standard, and offer a 45-day window to cancel any agreement.

After weeks of intensive investigation, San Pablo police arrested seven suspects — two adults and five juveniles — connected to a violent armed robbery that took place earlier this month.

These Caltrans photos show the free weekday shuttle service now operating while the bike-ped path on the Richmond–San Rafael Bridge is closed Monday-Thursday. The shuttle operates during that period. The path re-opens Thursday-Sunday. Background: https://t.co/it16vP2sMu

The Richmond resident will fill the vacant Ward 1 seat, which serves Albany, El Cerrito, El Sobrante, Richmond, San Pablo, East Richmond Heights, Kensington, North Richmond and Rollingwood.

A chance to spice up the afternoon with flavor and philanthropy will be afoot at “Tacos & Tequila,” a festive fundraiser benefiting the nonprofit Just Imagine KidZ.

The project will rehabilitate a 2,520-foot section of Falcon Way from Wren Court to Refugio Valley Road. It includes enhancements on adjacent streets including Finch Court and the Falcon cul-sac.

It started with a conversation between coworkers and turned into a movement on wheels.

This season, the nonprofit will adopt 150 children, hosting a festive celebration with lunch, gifts, arts & crafts, and a visit from Santa Claus. To brighten the season, donations are needed.

“After years of consistent review and discussion, it’s clear that updating our Plan is essential to ensure Hercules continues to thrive, balancing growth, opportunity and quality of life for our residents.”

The benefits of pet therapy are well-documented, and Pickles is wagging proof.

“The Chrysalis represents transformation, and Jimmy is emerging as a true leader in engineering."

AC Transit recently launched an updated mobile app for iOS and Android that aims to make bus travel more convenient.

The Standard recently swung by a Richmond Steelers youth football practice at De Jean Middle during the team’s “carb night” dinner for the players. During the chow down, reporter Kathy Chouteau got the team’s 411 on where and what to eat in Richmond.