If the malt shops of the 1950’s were blasted into modern day, given a contemporary make-over, and an all-star menu, you would have Little Louie’s. The Point Richmond spot, which is part café and part wine bar, has roots that date back over a century, yet it feels entirely fresh. This combination of new and old — and its delicious food — makes Louie’s one of the best lunch spots in the Point. Continue reading

Every week Radio Free Richmond highlights events in the city. Here is what's happening from May 15th through the 21st. Continue reading

The third annual Noah’s Ark Day is being held at Christ the Lord Church, 592 Tennent Ave., Pinole on Saturday, May 16th from 10:00am - 2:00pm.   Continue reading

The DeJean Middle School auditorium was packed to capacity during a recent meeting of the West Contra Costa Unified School District (WCCUSD) Board. Hundreds of teachers flooded the school’s auditorium demanding salary negotiations. Continue reading

Leave the car at home or save yourself the bus fare: Bike to Work Day is upon us. Tomorrow, May 14th, Richmond is participating in the Bay Area-wide effort to promote this healthier, eco-friendly way to commute, and here is what you need to know to make the day successful and safe. Continue reading

RICHMOND—Middle College High School (MCHS), West Contra Costa Unified School District’s early college program, was ranked among the top high schools in the nation for the second consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report, the news magazine announced today. Continue reading

Driving around town with your friends in a group of classic cars and lowriders used to mean that you were in a gang. And the Cinco de Mayo festival used to be a place where people came to settle their fights. This has changed in recent years. These parts of Latino culture are still strong, but now they have new meaning.  Continue reading

Advocates for stronger tenant protections in Richmond received support last week when the Richmond Progressive Alliance (RPA) decided to join their efforts. The RPA is an influential political player in the city, with members—Jovanka Beckles, Eduardo Martinez, and Gayle McLaughlin—holding three of the seven seats on the city council. Continue reading

Hundreds of colorful paintings, obtuse sculptures, and carefully assembled collages from artists around Richmond were assembled at the Richmond Art Center (RAC) this weekend. These pieces make up the third annual “Art in the Community” exhibition, a celebration of the work from the hundreds of local artists who have taken RAC classes over the past year. Continue reading

Don't let the dim lighting and drab interior fool you -- Bismallah Restaurant is a place for family. Couples, families, and friends gather at the San Pablo restaurant every night of the week for an affordable meal unlike anything else in the area. Continue reading