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The CCABT has spent $2.4 million on efforts to defeat Measure N since January. (Photo by: Tawanda Kanhema)

Richmond doctors square off on sugar-sweetened beverage Measure N

The debate surrounding Richmond’s proposed tax on sugar-sweetened beverages intensified this week, with a prominent Richmond doctor, Brazell Carter, speaking out against the measure in fliers distributed by the Community Coalition Against Beverage Taxes.
Chevron's Richmond refinery, seen from Nichol Hill. (photo by: Robert Rogers)

Life, Death and Taxes: A look at Chevron’s tax appeal in Richmond and how refineries are valued

The maze of pipes and oil storage tanks at Chevron’s Richmond refinery stretch and wind across 2,900 acres of bayside land. At night, the facility gives off a gentle glow as plumes of steam puff...