Linda Hemmila
With 25 years of experience in media and publishing, I develop and manage content, edit, contribute photography, and write the occasional story. Proud member of the Society of Professional Journalists and ACES: the society of editing.
Richmond Police officers are investigating a fatal vehicle-versus-pedestrian collision in the 2300 block of Maricopa Avenue and are asking drivers to avoid the area. Lt. Donald Patchin, a public information officer for the Richmond Police Department, said police responded early Thursday morning to reports of a collision involving
by Linda Hemmila
Richmond police have announced an arrest in the hit-and-run that killed an 81-year-old Richmond man earlier this month. Don Mack, a 66-year-old Richmond resident, has been booked on suspicion of felony hit-and-run, vehicular manslaughter, and driving with a suspended license after investigators
by Linda Hemmila
This story was updated August 31, 12:25 p.m. A fire on the Contra Costa College campus Saturday damaged one building and, according to authorities, was intentionally set. The blaze brought fire crews from Richmond, San Pablo and El Cerrito to the campus at 2600 Mission Bell Drive in
by Soren Hemmila & Linda Hemmila
Beloved community pool, the Richmond Plunge, celebrated a big milestone on Saturday, drawing a crowd of local dignitaries and well-wishers for a spectacular ribbon-cutting birthday bash. Richmond's Mayor Eduardo Martinez, County Supervisor John Gioia, and Councilmember Cesar Zepeda presided over the ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony
by Linda Hemmila
Grandview Independent · GrandEATS What's the Buzz Reviewing coffee shops around Richmond, CA ☕ 0stops visited
by Linda Hemmila
In the midst of an urban jungle, an oasis emerges, alive with the aroma of Italy, offering authentic pastries and coffee so delicious you cannot believe you haven't been here before. This is Cafe Gran Milan, located on Jacuzzi Street — in a semi-industrial area you may think
by Linda Hemmila
Two of Richmond's beloved murals, created in the 1990s by artist John Wehrle, are being restored in a collaboration with Caltrans and the City of Richmond, according to project lead Richard Muro Salazar. The work is being done by hand with the help of local artists who are
by Linda Hemmila
Grandview Independent · GrandEATS What's the Buzz Reviewing coffee shops around Richmond, CA ☕ 0stops visited
by Linda Hemmila