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
by Linda Hemmila
Assaults, a robbery and a reported arson were among the incidents logged by Richmond police between April 6 and April 12, along with multiple driving-under-the-influence arrests and 21 vehicle thefts, according to department records. Richmond crime incident map Monday, April 6 DUI: Undisclosed location in 94804. Police
by Soren Hemmila
Check out our new, fully-interactive Burrito Trail map, highlighting the best of Richmond's burrito culture, featuring eatery locations along with our published reviews for all your favorite local hot spots. If we have missed your go-to restaurant or food truck, let us know, and we'
by Soren Hemmila
The University of California, San Francisco, is seeking to open a general outpatient medical clinic in a vacant commercial space on Hilltop Mall Road, with the Richmond Planning Commission scheduled to take up the proposal on April 16. The commission will consider a conditional use permit that would allow UCSF
by Soren Hemmila
With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and an array of restaurants, art galleries, and historic resources, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview Independent highlights the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from around this amazing city. This
by Linda Hemmila
The Richmond City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to extend the city's Richmond Fund for Children and Youth for another ten years, directing an estimated $99 million toward youth services through 2038. The vote came after one of the more crowded and emotional public meetings the city has
by Soren Hemmila
Join us in the movement to support trusted home-grown journalism. By signing up, you get access to breaking news, the latest public safety information, updates from city hall, and more. Quality journalism costs money. Subscriptions allow us to keep reporting the stories that matter, without paywalls getting in the
by Linda Hemmila
Mark Wassberg has been thrown out of Richmond City Council meetings more times than he can count. He figures it will happen again at the next one. He is running for mayor anyway. Who he is Wassberg was raised in San Pablo, went to Helms Junior High, and graduated from
by Soren Hemmila
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
by Linda Hemmila
The Bay Area Air District has fined Gold Bond Building Products for 13 violations related to dust at its wallboard manufacturing plant at 1040 Canal Boulevard. Along with the $188,500 fine, the Air District is also requiring Gold Bond to take additional physical and operational steps to reduce dust
Primary Collision Factor First-half 2026 data from the Richmond Police Department Other includes Hazardous Movement, Hazardous Parking, Improper Passing, Other Equipment, Other Than Driver Source: Richmond Police Department collision data
This story was updated August 31, 12:25 p.m. A fire on the Contra Costa College campus Saturday damaged one building and, according to authorities, was intentionally set. The blaze brought fire crews from Richmond, San Pablo and El Cerrito to the campus at 2600 Mission Bell Drive in
Beloved community pool, the Richmond Plunge, celebrated a big milestone on Saturday, drawing a crowd of local dignitaries and well-wishers for a spectacular ribbon-cutting birthday bash. Richmond's Mayor Eduardo Martinez, County Supervisor John Gioia, and Councilmember Cesar Zepeda presided over the ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony
In the midst of an urban jungle, an oasis emerges, alive with the aroma of Italy, offering authentic pastries and coffee so delicious you cannot believe you haven't been here before. This is Cafe Gran Milan, located on Jacuzzi Street — in a semi-industrial area you may think
Photos had been turning up online this week, huge looping patterns raked into the sand at Keller Beach, gone by the next tide. There was one obvious question. Who did this? Turns out the answer gets up before the sun does. His name is Brighton Denevan, and he'd
Contra Costa County is asking a judge to shut down a popular but unpermitted taco stand on San Pablo Dam Road after its operators ignored the county's lawsuit, according to court records. Even with the lawsuit pending, the stand keeps running. Most nights, a line stretches down the
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
by Linda Hemmila
Assaults, a robbery and a reported arson were among the incidents logged by Richmond police between April 6 and April 12, along with multiple driving-under-the-influence arrests and 21 vehicle thefts, according to department records. Richmond crime incident map Monday, April 6 DUI: Undisclosed location in 94804. Police
by Soren Hemmila
Check out our new, fully-interactive Burrito Trail map, highlighting the best of Richmond's burrito culture, featuring eatery locations along with our published reviews for all your favorite local hot spots. If we have missed your go-to restaurant or food truck, let us know, and we'
by Soren Hemmila
The University of California, San Francisco, is seeking to open a general outpatient medical clinic in a vacant commercial space on Hilltop Mall Road, with the Richmond Planning Commission scheduled to take up the proposal on April 16. The commission will consider a conditional use permit that would allow UCSF
by Soren Hemmila
With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and an array of restaurants, art galleries, and historic resources, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview Independent highlights the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from around this amazing city. This
by Linda Hemmila
The Richmond City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to extend the city's Richmond Fund for Children and Youth for another ten years, directing an estimated $99 million toward youth services through 2038. The vote came after one of the more crowded and emotional public meetings the city has
by Soren Hemmila
Join us in the movement to support trusted home-grown journalism. By signing up, you get access to breaking news, the latest public safety information, updates from city hall, and more. Quality journalism costs money. Subscriptions allow us to keep reporting the stories that matter, without paywalls getting in the
by Linda Hemmila
Mark Wassberg has been thrown out of Richmond City Council meetings more times than he can count. He figures it will happen again at the next one. He is running for mayor anyway. Who he is Wassberg was raised in San Pablo, went to Helms Junior High, and graduated from
by Soren Hemmila