One year after an officer of the Richmond Police Department shot and killed an unarmed Richard “Pedie” Perez in front of Uncle Sam’s Liquors, questions are being raised by members of the Perez family and the Richmond Police Commission about when and why investigations into officer-involved shootings are — or are not — investigated, and who has the authority to make such decisions. Continue reading

“We really want a chill, laid back type of atmosphere here,”says Chris Yee, owner of the new Rockin’Crawfish restaurant.  Continue reading

Every week Radio Free Richmond highlights events in the city. Here is what's happening from September 18 through September 24. Continue reading

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In March 2014, 776 women, children and even babies gathered at Willow Run Airport to claim the Guiness World Record for the largest gathering of women dressed as the iconic World War II poster girl Rosie the Riveter. Continue reading

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It’s been an exciting and action packed summer for Downtown Richmond. From weekly farmers’ markets and fitness classes for adults and children, to the Healthy Village Festival and two Music on the Main concerts, our little office has been abuzz with activity. But we’re not done yet: this Saturday we will truly “Celebrate Downtown” with the 7th annual Spirit & Soul Festival and Fundraiser.  Continue reading

This article first appeared on Radio Free Richmond in English. You can read it here. Continue reading

Richmond City Council unanimously approved a new transportation connectivity plan for the City Tuesday. The move, which came after debate over the changing nature of mass transportation, is poised to shift how Richmond residents, commuters, and businesses interact with the City’s roads.  Continue reading

Richmond - In response to the California Apartment Association (CAA) petition that many citizens complained about because they were lied to, and tricked into signing the petition by signature gatherers, Richmond Councilmember Gayle McLaughlin and Mike Parker, both being members of the Richmond Progressive Alliance (RPA), have made statements in regards to the CAA backed petition that blocked renter protections from going into effect on September 4.  Continue reading