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
by Linda Hemmila
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
by Linda Hemmila
Richmond’s BMX bike park Dirt World hosted a volunteer dig day Sunday and has an extensive rebuild in the works. They’ve surveyed the land, developed blueprints, and are going through the permitting process to create a new city park with a bike recreational facility. The City of Richmond
by Soren Hemmila
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
by Linda Hemmila
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
by Linda Hemmila
North and East neighbors celebrated when mysterious traffic control devices popped up at the sites of several recent high-speed collisions on Esmond Avenue. Residents were equally upset when they vanished. The orange cones first appeared around July 16. The following Friday, plastic poles materialized, glued and bolted to the
by Soren Hemmila
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
by Linda Hemmila
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
by Linda Hemmila
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
by Linda Hemmila
On a quiet weekend morning, a hundred or so El Sobrante residents simultaneously stopped what they were doing and fled their homes upon receiving a single text message. Richmond's third evacuation drill was held Saturday, providing neighborhoods in El Sobrante an opportunity to practice what they would do
With Richmond’s June primary just weeks away, voters across the city have a bevy of questions not only concerning who the candidates are, but also who is running in each district and what the newly adopted rules mean for election outcomes. With these questions in mind, Grandview has created
A county property record shows that OpenAI OpCo LLC signed a lease recorded on March 9, 2026, for space at 1411 Harbour Way South in Richmond, the address of the Portside Commerce Center, a 202,371-square-foot industrial warehouse on the Port of Richmond that has been seeking a
The City of Richmond broke ground Wednesday on a $34 million renovation project to transform the main library in Civic Center Plaza into a resiliency center and community hub, unveiling plans for several new upgrades to the building. Local dignitaries on hand for the groundbreaking included Richmond's mayor
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
On a crisp, fall night, astronomers from the East Bay Astronomical Society gathered along the Richmond waterfront with locals ensconced in scarves and jackets, hoping for a glimpse of the stellar treasures a clear night sky has to offer. The Astronomical Society hosted the stargazing event at Miller-Knox Regional
Raven SR Inc., a renewable fuels company specializing in producing clean hydrogen from waste, has cleared 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 tons
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
by Linda Hemmila
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
by Linda Hemmila
Richmond’s BMX bike park Dirt World hosted a volunteer dig day Sunday and has an extensive rebuild in the works. They’ve surveyed the land, developed blueprints, and are going through the permitting process to create a new city park with a bike recreational facility. The City of Richmond
by Soren Hemmila
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
by Linda Hemmila
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
by Linda Hemmila
North and East neighbors celebrated when mysterious traffic control devices popped up at the sites of several recent high-speed collisions on Esmond Avenue. Residents were equally upset when they vanished. The orange cones first appeared around July 16. The following Friday, plastic poles materialized, glued and bolted to the
by Soren Hemmila
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
by Linda Hemmila
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
by Linda Hemmila