Wednesday, November 13, 2024

Predominately Black and Latino City Destroyed Decades Ago, Locals Say City Apology was Not Warranted

Russell City, a predominantly Black and Latino community, was a crucial space for its residents 60 years ago in the struggle to avoid racist housing policies throughout the San Francisco Bay area. But as Alameda County developed, Russell City became the target of a practice that allows federal and local governments to acquire private property […]