Federal immigration officers carried out an operation in Richmond’s North and East neighborhood Wednesday morning, city officials confirmed, but local police said they were not involved. Richmond Assistant Police Chief Tim Simmons confirmed that a United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation was conducted on Humphrey Avenue in Richmond
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond police said an adult male was hospitalized Tuesday night after being shot at the Triangle Court Apartments. Lt. Donald Patchin, public information officer for the Richmond Police Department, reported that officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation in the 900 block of 9th Street at 8:46 p.m. "
by Soren Hemmila
Our readers asked for more stories about food and culinary delights, and we have responded! Introducing GrandEATS! a new magazine-style digital food adventure from Grandview Media. GrandEATS! is about food, fun, and adventures in dining. Expanding our coverage outside of Richmond, you'll find road trip stories filled with
by Linda Hemmila
Riggers Loft, the popular waterfront wine and music venue on the Richmond shoreline, has closed its doors after years of legal disputes with the city. Owners Barbara Brown and Kevin Brown announced the closure today, describing the decision as painful but inevitable after losing their battle against eviction by the
by Soren Hemmila
We are back on the Richmond Burrito Trail, coming up for air after a long detour through Richmond’s burger scene. We’ve been biding our time while the stock recovers, letting the burrito waters rest for a while before casting our line again. This week, we hooked a new
by Soren Hemmila
A light drizzle didn’t stop people from gathering at Cheese (La Moine) Park on Sunday for the second annual El Sobrante Pride celebration, where drag performances, food trucks, local artisans, and community organizations came together for an afternoon of celebration and solidarity. The festival opened with a lineup of
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond police faced another busy week from September 22-28, responding to multiple serious incidents, including several sexual assaults, DUI-related hit-and-runs causing injuries, numerous armed robberies, and extensive firearm violations. The week saw continued problems with vehicle theft, domestic violence, and drug-related offenses across the city. Monday, September 22, 2025 Weapon
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond police officers are working 18-hour shifts, sometimes sleeping in trailers behind the police station because they do not have time to go home, Assistant Police Chief Tim Simmons told the Fairmede Hilltop Neighborhood Council on Thursday night. Simmons described a department under extreme strain, with staffing levels at their
by Soren Hemmila
Federal immigration officers carried out an operation in Richmond’s North and East neighborhood Wednesday morning, city officials confirmed, but local police said they were not involved. Richmond Assistant Police Chief Tim Simmons confirmed that a United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation was conducted on Humphrey Avenue in Richmond
by Soren Hemmila
One of the best shows in the night sky, the Perseids annual meteor shower, will peak Tuesday night and into Wednesday morning, and if the weather cooperates, fortunate stargazers could see dozens of meteors per hour. Despite light pollution and the local phenomenon known as "Fogust," Richmond offers
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
A report on public safety staffing requested by the Richmond City Council has called the current police staffing levels 'seriously deficient’ to meet the needs of the public and said officer turnover at the Richmond Police Department was an “unsustainable crisis.” The report by Matrix Consulting Group created a
Residents woke to squealing tires, sirens, and a helicopter overhead when a sideshow brought an estimated 200 cars to the intersection of San Pablo and Solano Avenues early Sunday morning. Just before 2 am, police began clearing the sideshow, sending cars fleeing through the neighborhood north to Esmond and Mcbryde
Updated on June 29, 2023, 4:00 pm Police were still actively searching a Pt. Richmond home Thursday afternoon where police fatally shot a suspect while serving a warrant in Point Richmond earlier this week. Detectives had so far uncovered an explosive device and several guns, according to police. Officers
Federal immigration officers carried out an operation in Richmond’s North and East neighborhood Wednesday morning, city officials confirmed, but local police said they were not involved. Richmond Assistant Police Chief Tim Simmons confirmed that a United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation was conducted on Humphrey Avenue in Richmond
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond police said an adult male was hospitalized Tuesday night after being shot at the Triangle Court Apartments. Lt. Donald Patchin, public information officer for the Richmond Police Department, reported that officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation in the 900 block of 9th Street at 8:46 p.m. "
by Soren Hemmila
Our readers asked for more stories about food and culinary delights, and we have responded! Introducing GrandEATS! a new magazine-style digital food adventure from Grandview Media. GrandEATS! is about food, fun, and adventures in dining. Expanding our coverage outside of Richmond, you'll find road trip stories filled with
by Linda Hemmila
Riggers Loft, the popular waterfront wine and music venue on the Richmond shoreline, has closed its doors after years of legal disputes with the city. Owners Barbara Brown and Kevin Brown announced the closure today, describing the decision as painful but inevitable after losing their battle against eviction by the
by Soren Hemmila
We are back on the Richmond Burrito Trail, coming up for air after a long detour through Richmond’s burger scene. We’ve been biding our time while the stock recovers, letting the burrito waters rest for a while before casting our line again. This week, we hooked a new
by Soren Hemmila
A light drizzle didn’t stop people from gathering at Cheese (La Moine) Park on Sunday for the second annual El Sobrante Pride celebration, where drag performances, food trucks, local artisans, and community organizations came together for an afternoon of celebration and solidarity. The festival opened with a lineup of
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond police faced another busy week from September 22-28, responding to multiple serious incidents, including several sexual assaults, DUI-related hit-and-runs causing injuries, numerous armed robberies, and extensive firearm violations. The week saw continued problems with vehicle theft, domestic violence, and drug-related offenses across the city. Monday, September 22, 2025 Weapon
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond police officers are working 18-hour shifts, sometimes sleeping in trailers behind the police station because they do not have time to go home, Assistant Police Chief Tim Simmons told the Fairmede Hilltop Neighborhood Council on Thursday night. Simmons described a department under extreme strain, with staffing levels at their
by Soren Hemmila