Linda Hemmila
With 25 years of experience in media and publishing, I develop content, edit, contribute photos, and write the occasional story. Former Historic Preservation Commissioner; Society of Professional Journalists and ACES editing society member.
The National Weather Service has cancelled a tsunami advisory for the California coastal region that includes the San Francisco Bay Area. The advisory went into effect yesterday after an 8.8 magnitude earthquake rocked a coastal region of Russia, setting off tsunami warnings across the Pacific and an advisory along
by Linda Hemmila
Updated: July 30, 2025, 7:55 a.m. â– A tsunami advisory remains in effect for the coastal areas of California, including the San Francisoco Bay Area. The National Weather Service has issued a tsunami watch for the entire California coast, including the San Francisco Bay Area. The tsunami watch was
by Linda Hemmila
A brief flaring at Chevron's Richmond refinery this afternoon triggered an unintentional level-two community alert, which was sent to area residents. Officials at the refinery say the notification was issued accidentally and was intended to be a level-one alert, indicating no community response was necessary as
by Linda Hemmila
With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and a host of eateries, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview highlights what we think are the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from across the city. Artfull Conversations @Arts of
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The non-profit organization that oversees Richmond's historic East Brother Light Station is currently seeking funds to complete much-needed repairs to both the station's pier and gangway, and is seeking donations to help cover the cost. East Brother Light Station, Inc. (www.ebls.org), announced
by Linda Hemmila
With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and a host of eateries, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview highlights what we think are the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from across the city. INTO THE BREECHES @Masquers
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Republic Services has announced it will resume garbage collection from residences and most small and large businesses, ending the work stoppage that delayed local garbage pickups and frustrated residents whose bins had begun to overflow. Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia said in a statement Monday that garbage will be
by Linda Hemmila
This story was updated at 3:45 p.m., July 10, 2025 If your garbage cans are still sitting full at the curb, you're not alone. The strike affecting local garbage collection has been extended. Teamsters say they are building their bargaining leverage by extending their picket lines
by Linda Hemmila