North and East neighbors joined with the community group Faith in Action for a peace walk Friday night to address growing frustration with human trafficking in their neighborhood. The group met at Wendell Park before heading out for a walk through the neighborhood with signs in hand, chanting, "Whose
by Linda Hemmila
This year marks the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day, a day set aside each year to raise awareness about the environment and sustainability. For students, Earth Day is also an opportunity to learn how to create change. Dr. Elizabeth Coscia teaches environmental and biological science at Salesian High School, where
by Linda Hemmila
Neighbors who live just east of 23rd Street say they are fed up with the human trafficking that has moved into their neighborhood. This Friday, they plan to join members of the community organization Faith in Action for a peace walk through the area, something they hope will bring attention
by Linda Hemmila
Week of April 16th Check out local Earth Day events, music, Pickle Ball, and more! Recreation Now Hiring Hey job seekers! The City of Richmond Recreation Division is excited to announce that we're hiring seasonal recreation positions, including Recreation Program Aide, Recreation Program Leader, and Lifeguard. If you&
by Linda Hemmila
Students and members of West County Alcohol, Marijuana & Prescription Drug Coalition met with councilmember Soheila Bana last week with the goal of creating a Social Host Ordinance to reduce underage drinking and drug use in Richmond. A Social Host Ordinance (SHO) is a local law that holds adults responsible
by Linda Hemmila
A nonprofit formed by two former Richmond mayors has filed a lawsuit in a bid to save historic Winehaven structures at Point Molate, once the location of the largest winery in the world. Winehaven Trust is demanding the replacement of roofs and gutters, the stabilization of brick turrets, as well
by Soren Hemmila
2nd Annual Spring Art Stroll is today! Arts of Point Richmond, Point Richmond Neighborhood Council, and PRAM are pleased to present the 2nd annual Spring Art Stroll. The Annual Spring Art Stroll is back this year, offering a day of art and fun for people of all ages in historic
by Linda Hemmila
The Richmond City Council voted to adopt an ordinance to streamline housing developments and create walkable neighborhoods along the city’s commercial districts Tuesday night. The Richmond Livable Corridors Form-Based Code promotes walkable, pedestrian-friendly mixed-use environments in central Richmond neighborhoods and downtown areas, according to Stefan Pellegrini from Opticos Design.
by Soren Hemmila
North and East neighbors joined with the community group Faith in Action for a peace walk Friday night to address growing frustration with human trafficking in their neighborhood. The group met at Wendell Park before heading out for a walk through the neighborhood with signs in hand, chanting, "Whose
by Linda Hemmila
Last update: 4:22 p.m. Thursday, January 22, 2026 A Richmond Police detective reportedly shot and killed a man welding a tire jack on Interstate 80 near Hercules Thursday morning, shutting down part of the freeway, and causing a massive traffic snarl that persisted for much of the day.
Richmond celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 19, with a day of service offering volunteer opportunities along the Richmond Greenway and in Parchester Village. Dr. King, who visited Richmond twice in the 1960s — the final time just a month before his assassination
Raven SR Inc., a renewable fuels company specializing in producing clean hydrogen from waste, has cleared all the hurdles to construct a facility in Richmond that will convert organic waste into renewable hydrogen. The facility, located at the West Contra Costa Sanitary Landfill, plans to process up to 99 wet
What was left of Richmond's historic International Hotel turned to ashes late Tuesday afternoon, after its already charred framework had been left sitting amid garbage and rubble for more than two years following a 2023 fire. Richmond Deputy Fire Chief Rico Rincon said firefighters responded just before 5
An early morning fire at Richmond's Mira Flores building has destroyed the roof and caused heavy interior damage to the more than 100-year-old structure, which is the former site of the historic Sakai and Oishi nurseries, founded by Japanese immigrants in the early 1900s. The fire started around
Baltic Kiss has lost their bid to keep the music playing in Richmond. One of the few venues willing to book indie and rock bands, the club closed abruptly this week after a lengthy court battle over back rent and a history of financial trouble. Thursday night, musicians booked as
Richmond firefighters responded to the 100 block of Espee Avenue around 2:30 a.m. Sunday for a commercial structure fire at the former Burnt Ramen punk rock music club. Firefighters said when they arrived at the scene they found smoke and flames coming from the two-story structure. As crews
To keep you up-to-date on firework and celebratory gunfire issues in the city and your neighborhood, The Grandview Independent has created an interactive map of calls for service regarding fireworks and gunshots, organized by Richmond City Council Districts. From Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024, to New Year’s Day, January
North and East neighbors joined with the community group Faith in Action for a peace walk Friday night to address growing frustration with human trafficking in their neighborhood. The group met at Wendell Park before heading out for a walk through the neighborhood with signs in hand, chanting, "Whose
by Linda Hemmila
This year marks the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day, a day set aside each year to raise awareness about the environment and sustainability. For students, Earth Day is also an opportunity to learn how to create change. Dr. Elizabeth Coscia teaches environmental and biological science at Salesian High School, where
by Linda Hemmila
Neighbors who live just east of 23rd Street say they are fed up with the human trafficking that has moved into their neighborhood. This Friday, they plan to join members of the community organization Faith in Action for a peace walk through the area, something they hope will bring attention
by Linda Hemmila
Week of April 16th Check out local Earth Day events, music, Pickle Ball, and more! Recreation Now Hiring Hey job seekers! The City of Richmond Recreation Division is excited to announce that we're hiring seasonal recreation positions, including Recreation Program Aide, Recreation Program Leader, and Lifeguard. If you&
by Linda Hemmila
Students and members of West County Alcohol, Marijuana & Prescription Drug Coalition met with councilmember Soheila Bana last week with the goal of creating a Social Host Ordinance to reduce underage drinking and drug use in Richmond. A Social Host Ordinance (SHO) is a local law that holds adults responsible
by Linda Hemmila
A nonprofit formed by two former Richmond mayors has filed a lawsuit in a bid to save historic Winehaven structures at Point Molate, once the location of the largest winery in the world. Winehaven Trust is demanding the replacement of roofs and gutters, the stabilization of brick turrets, as well
by Soren Hemmila
2nd Annual Spring Art Stroll is today! Arts of Point Richmond, Point Richmond Neighborhood Council, and PRAM are pleased to present the 2nd annual Spring Art Stroll. The Annual Spring Art Stroll is back this year, offering a day of art and fun for people of all ages in historic
by Linda Hemmila
The Richmond City Council voted to adopt an ordinance to streamline housing developments and create walkable neighborhoods along the city’s commercial districts Tuesday night. The Richmond Livable Corridors Form-Based Code promotes walkable, pedestrian-friendly mixed-use environments in central Richmond neighborhoods and downtown areas, according to Stefan Pellegrini from Opticos Design.
by Soren Hemmila