Local doula program works to support Black moms

CoCo Doulas is a program in Contra Costa County that helps caretakers of color navigate the education and healthcare systems, and offers other support related to childrearing.

Oakland mayoral candidates make final push ahead of special election

With less than 48 hours remaining before Oakland’s special election for mayor, the city’s two leading candidates, former U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee and former City Councilman Loren Taylor, spent Sunday canvassing neighborhoods, aiming to sway any remaining undecided voters.