Richmond police have arrested a driver involved in a hit-and-run collision that left a pedestrian severely injured early Thursday morning. At approximately 4:35 a.m., officers responded to Valley View Road at Morningside Drive. Upon arrival, officers found a pedestrian suffering significant injuries after being struck by a vehicle.
by Soren Hemmila
The Richmond City Council unanimously approved a 45-day moratorium on new sewer connections to the aging Keller Beach Sanitary Sewer system Tuesday night, extending restrictions that have stalled home construction for three years. The moratorium, which requires approval from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), temporarily halts
by Soren Hemmila
The project is designed to bring medical care within a 15-minute drive for most East Bay residents. However, there have been renewed concerns about healthcare access in West Contra Costa County, particularly in Richmond, where currently there is only one emergency department for a city of 112,000.
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond City Councilmember Claudia Jimenez joined community members at Civic Center Plaza on Monday to protest what she called an “attack against our democracy” by the Trump administration. “In just a month, Trump has fired thousands of civil servants across the country, defied judicial orders, and given [Elon] Musk unprecedented
by Soren Hemmila
The Richmond Burrito Trail is back on 23rd Street for a Super Carne Asada Burrito at Tacos El Kora food truck.
by Soren Hemmila
Attorneys for the City of Richmond's Surplus Property Authority (SPA) have filed a new unlawful detainer (UD) case against waterfront winery and event space Riggers Loft Wine Company, citing the business's most recent failure to pay rent. The new case, now before the Contra Costa County
by Soren Hemmila
This Saturday, the Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park will offer a ranger-led tour that will teach visitors about manufacturing and the importance of the Ford Assembly Plant during and after World War II. Manufacturing Pride Through Perseverance: A Look at the History of the Ford Assembly
by Linda Hemmila
Richmond City Council will consider a 45-day moratorium on a new Keller Beach sewer connection on Tuesday, citing risks from the aging pipeline. The council will also receive updates on financial policies, budget timing, and hiring trends. Another moratorium on Keller Beach Sewer connections The Richmond City Council is poised
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond police have arrested a driver involved in a hit-and-run collision that left a pedestrian severely injured early Thursday morning. At approximately 4:35 a.m., officers responded to Valley View Road at Morningside Drive. Upon arrival, officers found a pedestrian suffering significant injuries after being struck by a vehicle.
by Soren Hemmila
The Richmond City Council meeting ended Tuesday night before members could vote on whether to renew a contract with Flock Safety, a surveillance camera company, as a missing trafficking victim's case cast a shadow over the debate. The meeting ran out of time before a vote could be
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
Richmond police have arrested a driver involved in a hit-and-run collision that left a pedestrian severely injured early Thursday morning. At approximately 4:35 a.m., officers responded to Valley View Road at Morningside Drive. Upon arrival, officers found a pedestrian suffering significant injuries after being struck by a vehicle.
by Soren Hemmila
The Richmond City Council unanimously approved a 45-day moratorium on new sewer connections to the aging Keller Beach Sanitary Sewer system Tuesday night, extending restrictions that have stalled home construction for three years. The moratorium, which requires approval from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), temporarily halts
by Soren Hemmila
The project is designed to bring medical care within a 15-minute drive for most East Bay residents. However, there have been renewed concerns about healthcare access in West Contra Costa County, particularly in Richmond, where currently there is only one emergency department for a city of 112,000.
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond City Councilmember Claudia Jimenez joined community members at Civic Center Plaza on Monday to protest what she called an “attack against our democracy” by the Trump administration. “In just a month, Trump has fired thousands of civil servants across the country, defied judicial orders, and given [Elon] Musk unprecedented
by Soren Hemmila
The Richmond Burrito Trail is back on 23rd Street for a Super Carne Asada Burrito at Tacos El Kora food truck.
by Soren Hemmila
Attorneys for the City of Richmond's Surplus Property Authority (SPA) have filed a new unlawful detainer (UD) case against waterfront winery and event space Riggers Loft Wine Company, citing the business's most recent failure to pay rent. The new case, now before the Contra Costa County
by Soren Hemmila
This Saturday, the Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park will offer a ranger-led tour that will teach visitors about manufacturing and the importance of the Ford Assembly Plant during and after World War II. Manufacturing Pride Through Perseverance: A Look at the History of the Ford Assembly
by Linda Hemmila
Richmond City Council will consider a 45-day moratorium on a new Keller Beach sewer connection on Tuesday, citing risks from the aging pipeline. The council will also receive updates on financial policies, budget timing, and hiring trends. Another moratorium on Keller Beach Sewer connections The Richmond City Council is poised
by Soren Hemmila