Local homeless advocates call governor’s directive to remove encampments a “misguided and cruel policy.”
Author Archives: James Dobbins
James Dobbins is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in Texas Observer and the New York Times among others.
What I cover: I cover housing and general assignment stories for Richmondside.
My background: After years as a fact-checker for national magazines in New York City, I transitioned to freelance journalism in 2017. During the pandemic, I covered immigration, politics, criminal justice, and breaking news in Texas for The New York Times. My work has appeared in Texas Monthly, Texas Observer, and alt-weeklies.
Posted inCity
Richmond Rent Board increases landlord fees, limits rent hikes to 1.4%
Some landlords are unhappy, calling rent increase ‘paltry’ and rent program ‘disorganized.’
Posted inCommunity
Unhoused people in Richmond have a new place to go for food, showers, services
A respite center managed by Safe Organized Spaces was opened to serve the hundreds of unhoused people living in Richmond and neighboring towns.
Posted inCommunity
New MLK Jr.-inspired mural reminds King Elementary students to pursue their dreams
Richmond artist Deontā Allen hopes more public art will improve the city’s reputation.
