KTVU: Richmond police investigate housing authority maintenance manager

RICHMOND, Calif. —Richmond's troubled Housing Authority now has another black eye. This time it comes in the form of serious allegations of corruption committed by a manager. Continue reading

Jovanka Beckles: Bigoted bullying at Richmond City Council meetings aims to end progressive leadership

After the Richmond City Council meeting of July 1, I experienced one of the most intense and hostile encounters I have had to endure as a public official and in my entire life for that matter. Since then, there has been at least one news report and a series of deliberate misrepresentations of what took place that night. Continue reading

Contra Costa Times: Huge crowd turns out for Chevron Richmond project appeal

RICHMOND -- The City Council on Tuesday heard Chevron's appeal of the Planning Commission's recommended amendments to a proposed $1 billion modernization of its local refinery. Continue reading

Jackie Thompson: Time to Work Together

Former issues in Richmond are turning into the  realization that "residents can positively live together and make their developments "tenant run" with the assistance of their property management. Many years ago I realized that my niche was "Public Housing and It's Resident". Continue reading

Contra Costa Times: Chevron agrees to new Richmond refinery project conditions in hope of gaining approval

RICHMOND -- Looking to satisfy city and state leaders, Chevron Corp. on Monday reversed its previous position and agreed to a lower cap on greenhouse gas emissions stemming from its $1 billion Richmond refinery modernization project. Continue reading

Richmond by the Numbers

Richmond is a distinct city. Its culture, people, landscape--and even its shape--make it stand out among other cities in the Bay Area. As a means to explore the many facets of this city, Radio Free Richmond has compiled a list of stand-out numbers that define Richmond.  Continue reading

NIAD brings art, education, and communication to Richmond

"We lure them in with the food trucks, but they stay for the art," says Tim Buckwalter, art director at NIAD, of the gallery and workspace's show openings. Continue reading

Greg Feere: Running out of excuses (Cartoon)

This cartoon was submitted to Radio Free Richmond by Greg Feere, Chief Financial Officer of the Contra Costa Building and Construction Trades Council.       Continue reading

Local Restaurant: Restaurante La Revolución

Tucked in the Hilltop neighborhood is a little restaurant with a lot to offer. Restaurante La Revolución, a latin-fusion restaurant, is a hotspot for viewing a game or a night out, yet it remains a family restaurant at heart. La Revolución's layout -- and its delicious food -- maintain this harmonious balance. Continue reading

This Week in Richmond: Your guide to the city's best events

Every week Radio Free Richmond provides an offering of events in the city. Here's what's happening from July 18th through July 25th. Continue reading
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