In reading Congressman Robert “Bobby” Scott’s description of A. Donald McEachin, as a “gentle giant” I firmly believe that truer words, perhaps, have never been spoken for Rep. McEachin who died on Monday at age 61.

We will be witnesses to more history when Congress reconvenes in January.

We continue to note Black success in the November elections, which includes the election of two Republicans from majority-white districts.

The horse race between Democrats and Republicans for control of Congress is attracting the most attention in the wake of Tuesday’s midterm election.

The midterm election cycle hasn’t generated much buzz in Richmond. While a few registration and get-out-the vote drives have occurred, the hubbub of activity usually associated with election-year cycles has been absent.

What a week. From failing test scores to another vigil for a young Black person to yet another police chief’s resignation. So much bad news within just a few days leaves many of us cynical, fearful, speechless and definitely exhausted.

Halloween is just around the corner but many among us have been up to the same old tricks all year long, particularly in terms of politics.

Good health is our greatest asset.

Finding affordable housing in the Richmond market is a real challenge for many. A study of the Richmond market has found housing in 75 percent of the city is too expensive for a majority of families with household incomes below …

Literary great Ralph Waldo Emerson once wrote, “A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds.”

Richmond has long been home to thriving Black businesses and it is exciting to know that the future looks bright for several such enterprises that have been tapped to help develop the new Diamond District on the city’s North Side.

Along with many in this city, we are upset that Tynashia Humphrey’s life was cut short.

Join us in congratulating Mayor Levar M. Stoney and the City Hall team for the Diamond District deal.

We look forward to seeing what Steven B. “Steve” Nesmith will do as the new chief executive officer of the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority.

Labor Day has mostly marked the end of summer in Richmond, a day off for most best known for pool parties and retail shopping sales. But this year, the national holiday celebrating worker contributions to American progress will have new …