Richmond resident’s book shares smarts from life on the streets
By Kathy Chouteau
A Richmond resident has written a book informed by his experiences growing up on inner-city streets.
Author Tyvon Price’s fictional narrative, “Adopted by the Streets” draws from his own family life growing up...
County heath order cancels Red Oak Victory’s July 4 reopening
The SS Red Oak Victory will no longer hold its grand reopening on Independence Day after county health officials decided Tuesday that a spike in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations warranted a delay in the...
El Garage flourishes from humble roots to downtown Richmond digs
By Kathy Chouteau
One of the Bay Area's most anticipated restaurant openings of 2020 has grown from humble roots selling irresistible quesabirria tacos out of a garage on Garvin Ave. to now being on the...
East Brother releases new lager with old-school roots
By Kathy Chouteau
Although its taproom may be currently closed, East Brother Beer Company has been prolific about brewing new beer during the pandemic.
Starting today, the Richmond brewery has released its newest beer, the Pre-Pro...
Hot Rod Jukebox to play pop-up gig in Annex Friday
By Kathy Chouteau
If there’s one thing you can always count on, even during a pandemic, it’s that the music never stops.
The Hot Rod Jukebox band is living proof of this statement, as its music...
Red Oak Victory to reopen Independence Day
By Kathy Chouteau
In the most fitting of reopening dates, the SS Red Oak Victory ship will open up to the public on Saturday, July 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to celebrate Independence...
Juneteenth Caravan to roll through Richmond Saturday
By Kathy Chouteau
Many Juneteenth observances have ended for this year, but in Richmond, the celebration will go on.
With a precautionary eye toward the COVID-19 pandemic, the African American Alliance will host a new take...
Betty Reid Soskin documentary to air on NBC Bay Area
By Kathy Chouteau
A legendary local independent spirit will be having her say on Independence Day.
“No Time to Waste—The Urgent Message of Betty Reid Soskin”—a documentary on the iconic Richmond resident and Rosie the Riveter/WWII...
Food truck could soon return to this San Pablo spot
A food truck with outdoor seating might soon return to the corner of Rumrill Boulevard and Market Avenue in San Pablo.
Miguel Soriano and his two brothers have applied for a conditional use permit to...
Storied Richmond market set to expand with Laundromat
By Mike Kinney
A Richmond market with a rich history is set to expand with a new adjacent building that will house a Laundromat. The Richmond Planning Commission recently approved the construction of a 1,500...
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Catahoula beans boost BLM movement
By Kathy Chouteau
Catahoula Coffee Company has created a way to not only indulge your love of the caffeinated bean, but also to support the...
Michelle Obama School campus in Richmond nears completion
By Mike Kinney
Construction on the state-of-the-art Michelle Obama School campus in Richmond is set to be completed by the end of next month. Staff...
