Linda Hemmila

the Updated August 5, 2023 The sudden sound of reverberating explosions was heard echoing through Richmond neighborhoods Friday evening as chemicals found at a home in San Pablo earlier in the week were detonated at the Hazardous Waste Facility without warning to neighbors in the surrounding areas. The chemicals were

Celebrations took place in several of Richmond's distinct neighborhoods as people gathered to share conversations, food, music, and games for this year's National Night Out. The chilly evening air on this first day of "Fogust" didn't dampen any spirits as people donned

Neighbors who live in Richmond's North and East neighborhood have formed a group with the goal of breathing new life into one of the area's historic spaces. Resident Alexander Martinez has spearheaded a project to bring back the Clinton Hill fountain, which he hopes will be

Richmond has something for everyone, and this weekend is no exception! Richmond's rapidly burgeoning food scene makes us a favorite destination for foodies from all over the bay area. Several of our best restaurants are now drawing BIG weekend crowds, so plan ahead. If it's live

The City of Richmond and Homeless Task Force are hosting a screening of “Community First! A Home for the Homeless, at the Richmond Auditorium, Saturday, providing information about the program and how it could be used to mitigate Richmond's homeless problem. The screening is free and includes refreshments

One of Richmond's important historical resources, destroyed in a massive fire earlier this year, has become a dumping ground for old mattresses and assorted garbage. The Pullman Neighborhood's International Hotel burned down last April in a fire intense enough to quickly reduce the structure to a

Members of Richmond Firefighters Local 188 have unanimously agreed to a “No Confidence” vote in Fire Chief Angel Montoya’s ability to lead the Richmond Fire Department. In a press release today, Richmond Firefighters Local 188 said, "Chief Montoya’s refusal to address pressing safety issues, unwillingness to meet

One person was injured Sunday during an early morning sideshow as police struggled to disburse a large group of cars at Central Avenue and Rydin Road. According to Richmond Police Officers Association President Ben Therriault, "A participant was hit and left for dead as the group departed. That person