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Members of the famous Grambling State Marching Tiger Band are hosting a free practice open to the public this Thursday from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm at Kennedy High. Continue reading

El zumbido de la máquina de expreso es lo primero que se escucha en el Café Pascal. Pero el sonido es más que derivado de las operaciones diarias del sitio—es parte del ambiente europeo. Sus sándwiches y omelettes son famosos, y con los macarrones franceses, rico café, y decoración, le presta al café un toque auténticamente francés. Continue reading

Allegations of misleading and incorrect information are rampant on both sides of the fight over a petition to repeal Richmond’s Rent Control and Just Cause Eviction ordinance ahead of the petition’s September 4 deadline. Continue reading

Influential, deep-pocketed groups are reported to be behind efforts to repeal or maintain Richmond’s recently passed rent control and just cause eviction ordinance. Continue reading

The whirring hiss of the espresso machine is likely the first sound you’ll hear at Café Pascal. More than just a byproduct of the cafe’s operations, the sound is part of the European ambiance at the spacious Marina Bay spot. The café is best known for its loaded omelets and flavorful sandwiches, which — along with macarons, rich coffee, and decor — all work to make the place feel authentically French.  Continue reading

Tenants and tenant advocates believe rent control is good.  In general, rent control is good for tenants in rent controlled units and bad for tenants in non-rent controlled units.  In the City of Richmond there are approximately 9,912 rent controlled units (40%) and approximately 14,617 non-rent controlled units (60%).  So why would the majority of tenants want rent control in the City of Richmond? Continue reading

Every week Radio Free Richmond highlights events in the city. Here is what's happening from August 28th through September 3rd. Continue reading

“I think I’m going to get old in there,” says Juan Carrillo, speaking softly and deliberately as he gestures toward his taco stand, Tacos Los Primos. Continue reading

The Richmond we know today would be nearly unrecognizable to residents of the past. Demographics have changed, landscapes shifted, and moments that once captured the City’s attention have faded from memory. Continue reading