Deli sandwich, sub, hoagie, grinder, hero, all names for essentially the same thing: a long sandwich served on a sturdy roll, typically filled with meat, cheese, veggies, and a drizzle of oil and vinegar. Which term you use depends on where you are. When we think of deli sandwiches, we
by Soren Hemmila
Another week brought another wave of stolen cars, armed robberies, and assaults across Richmond. Between July 14 and July 20, 2025, police responded to a steady stream of incidents, including arson, sexual assault, and violent threats. Here is a selection of the crimes, arrests, and public safety calls that kept
by Soren Hemmila
A proposal to close the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge bicycle and pedestrian trail four days a week will face a final vote on August 7 at the Bay Conservation and Development Commission. The commission postponed a similar vote in April after staff recommended against the closure, saying the plan didn’
by Soren Hemmila
Republic Services and Teamsters Local 439 have reportedly reached a tentative agreement to end the strike that disrupted garbage and recycling collection across the Bay Area for nearly two weeks. “We’ve reached a tentative agreement with Teamsters Local 439 for our Forward Landfill employees,” Republic Services said Friday in
by Soren Hemmila
A newly released survey of Richmond renters reveals that rent control policies have helped stabilize housing costs and increase tenant awareness, but persistent concerns persist about property maintenance, financial stress, and the power imbalance between landlords and tenants. The Richmond Rent Board reviewed the findings of the 2024 Bay Area
by Soren Hemmila
With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and a host of eateries, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview highlights what we think are the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from across the city. INTO THE BREECHES @Masquers
by Linda Hemmila
The Richmond Police Department is investigating a series of sexual battery incidents in the Point Richmond area that have targeted individuals exercising alone during daylight and early evening hours. Police said the suspect has approached victims and made unwanted physical contact before fleeing. Most incidents occurred along popular walking and
by Soren Hemmila
Republic Services has announced it will resume garbage collection from residences and most small and large businesses, ending the work stoppage that delayed local garbage pickups and frustrated residents whose bins had begun to overflow. Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia said in a statement Monday that garbage will be
by Linda Hemmila
Deli sandwich, sub, hoagie, grinder, hero, all names for essentially the same thing: a long sandwich served on a sturdy roll, typically filled with meat, cheese, veggies, and a drizzle of oil and vinegar. Which term you use depends on where you are. When we think of deli sandwiches, we
by Soren Hemmila
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
Deli sandwich, sub, hoagie, grinder, hero, all names for essentially the same thing: a long sandwich served on a sturdy roll, typically filled with meat, cheese, veggies, and a drizzle of oil and vinegar. Which term you use depends on where you are. When we think of deli sandwiches, we
by Soren Hemmila
Another week brought another wave of stolen cars, armed robberies, and assaults across Richmond. Between July 14 and July 20, 2025, police responded to a steady stream of incidents, including arson, sexual assault, and violent threats. Here is a selection of the crimes, arrests, and public safety calls that kept
by Soren Hemmila
A proposal to close the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge bicycle and pedestrian trail four days a week will face a final vote on August 7 at the Bay Conservation and Development Commission. The commission postponed a similar vote in April after staff recommended against the closure, saying the plan didn’
by Soren Hemmila
Republic Services and Teamsters Local 439 have reportedly reached a tentative agreement to end the strike that disrupted garbage and recycling collection across the Bay Area for nearly two weeks. “We’ve reached a tentative agreement with Teamsters Local 439 for our Forward Landfill employees,” Republic Services said Friday in
by Soren Hemmila
A newly released survey of Richmond renters reveals that rent control policies have helped stabilize housing costs and increase tenant awareness, but persistent concerns persist about property maintenance, financial stress, and the power imbalance between landlords and tenants. The Richmond Rent Board reviewed the findings of the 2024 Bay Area
by Soren Hemmila
With 30-plus miles of shoreline, two yacht clubs, endless hiking and cycling trails, and a host of eateries, Richmond has a lot to offer. Each week, Grandview highlights what we think are the best, not-to-be-missed events and offerings from across the city. INTO THE BREECHES @Masquers
by Linda Hemmila
The Richmond Police Department is investigating a series of sexual battery incidents in the Point Richmond area that have targeted individuals exercising alone during daylight and early evening hours. Police said the suspect has approached victims and made unwanted physical contact before fleeing. Most incidents occurred along popular walking and
by Soren Hemmila
Republic Services has announced it will resume garbage collection from residences and most small and large businesses, ending the work stoppage that delayed local garbage pickups and frustrated residents whose bins had begun to overflow. Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia said in a statement Monday that garbage will be
by Linda Hemmila