AltWeeklies Wire
Can Richmond, Calif. Progressives Regroup?new
The Richmond Progressive Alliance is contemplating its future after getting thumped by Chevron in the election.
East Bay Express |
John Geluardi |
12-17-2012 |
Politics
Michael Gressett Speaksnew
The longtime prosecutor who no longer face rape charges goes public with his story as he prepares to sue Contra Costa County and the men who put him in jail.
East Bay Express |
John Geluardi |
03-26-2012 |
Crime & Justice
Tags: Michael Gressett
A Thin Line in Richmondnew
After a bloody fight at City Hall, City Manager Bill Lindsay must decide the fate of a controversial anti-gang-violence program.
East Bay Express |
John Geluardi |
11-01-2011 |
Policy Issues
Embarrassing the D.A.new
An outgoing top prosecutor allegedly ran and hid from a process server and then instigated a violent confrontation.
East Bay Express |
John Geluardi |
08-24-2011 |
Crime & Justice
The Man Behind Richmond's Renaissancenew
Crime is down, business is up, and the city is avoiding major budget cuts thanks to Bill Lindsay, perhaps the Bay Area's best city manager.
East Bay Express |
John Geluardi |
05-18-2011 |
Politics
Tags: Bill Lindsay, Richmond California
Shane's Campaign to Free Leonard Peltiernew
For years, Shane Gray has been on a singular quest to raise awareness of the jailed Indian activist. But now his ubiquitous signs are drawing the ire of local law enforcement.
East Bay Express |
John Geluardi |
02-14-2011 |
Civil Liberties
A Troubled Rape Case in California's Contra Costa Countynew
The high-profile rape charges against Deputy District Attorney Michael Gressett are tainted by questionable facts, unorthodox prosecutorial conduct, and the unmistakable whiff of politics.
East Bay Express |
John Geluardi |
10-29-2009 |
Crime & Justice
