Richmond barber offers a shave, a haircut and … lots of doggy treats
Meet your neighbor: Michael Bruce, co-owner of Beautiful Rebel Esthetics, shows his true character, his customers say, by doing things like treating a stray dog to a nail trim, a new…
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Montclair sandwich shop shutters, La Mexicana gone after 94 years and more closings
A running list of restaurants that have recently closed in Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, and beyond.
Tarts de Feybesse deploys deception, creativity and technique for top-selling treat
The mango trompe l’oeil from the Uptown Oakland bakery and patisserie reflects the skill and eye for detail marking all of Monique and Paul Feybesse’s creations.
A new food-centered event celebrates Black Berkeley’s cultural traditions
The Berkeley Cake Walk on May 2 in San Pablo Park includes a baking competition, banjo performances, a quilt display and more.
City
Chevron settlement: Richmond picks consultant to lead spending conversation
Mayor Eduardo Martinez said he voted against hiring the consultant because he did not agree with describing the settlement as “separate” from the general fund.
Community
9 things to do in Richmond this week
Highlights include: A May Day rally for workers’ rights; an AAPI Heritage Month celebration; and an early Cinco de Mayo festival along 23rd Street.
Panisse but a party: New bar is the hip younger sibling to Berkeley’s most famous restaurant
With classic cocktails and a tight, seasonal menu, Bar Panisse fills a gap in the city’s drinking scene.
election news
What are Richmond residents worried about as primary election approaches?
Richmond residents share their top concerns about the city, including car thefts, potholes and illegal dumping.
SCHOOLS
Why can’t school districts like WCCUSD increase revenue to avoid budget cuts?
School finance is a mystery to many. We explain how districts can and cannot raise funds and how the problem stems from systemic issues statewide.
Public safety
Police investigating suspected murder-suicide in East Richmond
Richmond police found a pair of people dead inside a home during a wellness check on Friday morning, marking the second homicide investigation in as many days.
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