Small Businesses Are Still Fighting to Survive the Pandemic
Community support and adaptability have helped some small businesses weather the pandemic, but they still need government support to recover....
23
Jun
14
Jun
Some Upbeat News for Black Businesses Still Reeling From Pandemic Losses
California has pledged $2.5 billion in financial support for small businesses, especially those that serve or are owned by people of color....
20
May
Richmond Will Receive $27.7 Million in Federal Funding
The city has received recommendations from residents, unions and businesses on how to use the money, but it also must follow spending rules set by the Treasury....
27
Apr
From Cooking at Home to Cooking for the Homeless: Tempero Goiano Celebrates 10 Years
Estela Lima used to sell Brazilian food out of her Richmond home. Come May 7, her restaurant Tempero Goiano will have officially been in business for 10 years....
08
Apr
Tax Day 2021: What You Need to Know
Federal and California taxes are not due until May 17. That is one of the key changes this tax season because of the pandemic and the American Rescue Plan....
04
Feb
County Supervisors Place Temporary Cap on Third-Party Delivery Fees
The Board of Supervisors on Tuesday approved a temporary 15% cap on fees charged by services such as DoorDash for restaurant orders and deliveries....
01
Feb
Pandemic, Social Media Give Home Food Businesses a Boost
With so many people losing their jobs and looking for new ways to support their families, Richmond’s underground food culture has grown during the pandemic and become more visible on...
25
Jan
Small Businesses Rely on Community as COVID-19 Continues
With many small businesses hampered by stay-at-home orders and unable to get financial help from the government, they're relying on new and established clientele....
19
Jan
‘Sacrifice,’ Love and Well-Rolled Burritos Make Taqueria Chavinda a Richmond Staple
Strong ties with the South Richmond community have helped Taqueria Chavinda stay profitable even during the pandemic....
03
Jan
What Do Basketball, Ballet and Parties Have in Common? All 3 Live-Event Industries Are in Trouble
Countless low-wage workers in spectator sports, catering and the performing arts have lost their jobs due to the pandemic, with no recovery in sight....
22
Dec
Richmind Podcast and Local Businesses Offer Scholarship
The $500 scholarships, open to Richmond and San Pablo high school students, are meant to get young people invested in their futures and the local economy....
17
Dec
State Auditor Deems Richmond ‘High Risk’ for Financial Distress
The Richmond City Council responded Tuesday to the state auditor's assessment that Richmond is among the most financially unhealthy cities in California....
16
Dec
City Council Votes to Explore Lowering Business License Tax Rates
The Richmond City Council voted to look into potential reductions to the soon-to-be revised business license tax, which voters shifted to a gross receipts model....
30
Nov
Closings Worry Point Richmond Business Owners
The economic downturn caused by the coronavirus has had a significant effect on Point Richmond, leading to the closure of Brezo Restaurant and Starbucks....
30
Nov
As State Fights Fraud, Unemployed Californians Get Caught in the Middle
Steps taken against unemployment fraud, including claims made for people on death row, have prevented many with legitimate claims from getting benefits....
