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The Richmond Burrito Trail is back on 23rd Street for a visit to the recently opened Mariscos Los Reyes. The seafood restaurant opened about a month ago on the ground floor of the three-story building at 761 23rd Street, which has seemingly been under construction forever. The exciting explosion of

Police are investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday evening at the Target shopping center on Macdonald Avenue around 6:35 p.m., authorities said. Officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation and determined a shooting had occurred, according to Lt. Donald Patchin, chief of staff for the Richmond Police Department. “One

This week's crime log reflects a wide range of public safety incidents reported by the Richmond Police Department. The entries below represent arrests, investigations, and other notable law enforcement activity across city neighborhoods. For location context, see the interactive crime map embedded below. Monday, April 28, 2025 DUI

Thousands of people gathered Sunday on 23rd Street in Richmond to celebrate the city’s annual Cinco de Mayo Festival, a colorful, day-long event filled with music, food, and community pride. Stretching from Rheem to Clinton avenues, the festival featured two live music stages, dozens of food stalls serving traditional

Richmond City Council will review a report on critical structural issues at Point Potrero Marine Terminal, consider a revived Ciclovia proposal, and unveil a $306M draft budget for FY 2025–26 on Tuesday, May 6. Mayor Eduardo Martinez has also proposed an Ad Hoc committee on police oversight reforms.  Council

The City of Richmond has officially posted the first job opening for its long-anticipated Community Crisis Response Program, signaling a major step forward in launching an initiative designed to reduce police involvement in non-violent emergencies. The Community Intervention Specialist job opened for applications on Wednesday and will close on May

“We do not support high-density housing,” said Bhavin Khatri, president of the Hilltop District Neighborhood Council. “What we need is more retail, entertainment, and open space. All we have in this area is housing.”

On a lively stretch of 23rd Street in Richmond, La Selva Taqueria stands out with a jungle-themed flair that feels part street party, part hidden oasis. Black walls, disco balls, murals, black panther statuary, and a full Lion King scene set the tone inside. Signs announce karaoke nights every Friday,