A Courtland Creek restoration breathes new life into a community park
For years, these sections of Courtland Creek were overgrown with vegetation, trash-strewn, unsightly, and clogged with debris. Then, a group of neighbors decided to reclaim them.
Long-closed San Jose movie house may be preserved and gain new purpose
The decision to preserve the Burbank Theater's historic exterior and much of its interior reflects a commitment to blend modern services with cultural heritage.
Long-lost lanterns may soon light up Berkeley's Northbrae neighborhood
Berkeley resident Darrell Owens remarked, 'If we pull this off, I think that it will inspire others to recognize and maintain public art in our neighborhood.'
California city council passes $5.9m reparations deal with ex-residents
The Palm Springs city council's unanimous decision to approve a $5.9m reparations settlement marks a pivotal moment for former residents of the Section 14 neighborhood, acknowledging wrongs done in the 1960s.
Climate Week: Celebrating the Greenpoint Community Environmental Fund
The Greenpoint Community Environmental Fund has successfully invested over $68.6 million in local environmental restoration efforts following ExxonMobil's pollution.