Posts Tagged ‘mclaughlin’
Hazardous to our health
Richmond residents continue to struggle with elevated hazards to their health.
Read MoreL.I.F.E. in the Iron Triangle
More than 100 residents turned out Saturday to see the newly-remodeled L.I.F.E. Center in the heart of the city’s Iron Triangle neighborhood. The L.I.F.E. Center is a community jewel, said pastor Sydney Keys, who also serves as director of the center.
Read MoreFaith leaders honored, vow to sustain efforts
Religious leaders unveiled a strategy Tuesday to sustain the momentum of peace efforts launched in response to a shooting in a local church.
Read MoreCelebrating Richmond’s women
An event aimed at celebrating Richmond’s history of strong, diverse women is scheduled for Saturday at Dejean Middle School. More than 250 people are expected to attend.
Read MoreAudio report: Chevron and its future in Richmond
At a recent meeting held by a local activist group, City leaders and a prominent author told residents of their criticisms of Chevron Corp. and vowed to plan for the lingering possibility of its departure.
Read MoreThe sounds of peaceful fury
For many of the roughly 1,000 people who took part in Saturday’s slate of peace events – marching and linking hands in a human chain – the day had the unmistakable feel of a turning point. An audio slideshow captures the words, music and images of the day’s peaceful rally.
Read MoreProspective Point Molate builders secure fresh extension
The developers of a possible casino project on waterfront property in the city succeeded in securing another extension to get their plans in order.
Read MorePeace march draws up to 1,000 to church, civic center
Police estimated that 700 to 1,000 people took the streets Saturday for a day of peaceful activism. Go inside and view a photo slideshow of 20 images of the day’s events.
Read MoreLocal meeting examines a possible future without Chevron
City leaders and residents publicly discussed the possibility of a future without the largest enterprise in the city as uncertainty swirls over Chevron’s intentions for its local refinery.
Read MoreLocal public activists honored for service
Corky Booze, Lillie Mae Jones, Rev. Phil Lawson and Eula Averhart were honored for “past and on-going commitment to positive social change” in a ceremony celebrating Black History Month.
Read MoreMayor to honor local leaders for Black History Month
Two women and two men will be honored at Tuesday’s City Council meeting for their continuing efforts to improve the lives of Richmond’s people.
Read MoreCouncil calls for reduced airborne pollution
After a long and sometimes contentious public debate, the Council voted 5-1 to declare the city in recognition of a lower standard of carbon dioxide levels in the air.
Read MoreA look ahead at November’s mayoral prospects
About 10 months from the Nov. 2 election, it seems clear that Mayor Gayle McLaughlin will run for reelection. Her opponents remain mere speculation.
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