The gyro plate arrived like an argument won before it started. Twenty bucks at Q’s Halal Pizza on San Pablo Avenue, and what you get is this: a mountain of ground lamb formed into tender, seasoned pieces, sitting on a bed of rice that actually matters. The lamb doesn&
by Soren Hemmila
Betty Reid Soskin, who became the nation's oldest active National Park Service ranger and spent more than a decade sharing often-overlooked stories of African American contributions during World War II, died peacefully at her home Sunday morning, according to her family. She was 104. Her family announced her
by Soren Hemmila
The recent controversy surrounding Richmond Mayor Eduardo Martinez has drawn scrutiny from a wide range of local, regional, and international news outlets. The media coverage focuses on a central debate: whether Martinez’s social media activity was a “careless mistake” or a “dangerous pattern of conduct.” Last week, Martinez engaged
by Soren Hemmila
Prosecutors have declined to file criminal charges in the fatal shooting of a 20-year-old Richmond man following a gunfire exchange near Carlson Boulevard and Potrero Avenue, police said. The Richmond Police Department presented the case to the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office for review, Richmond Police Public Information
by Soren Hemmila
A 21-year-old college student and retail worker has entered the race for Richmond City Council District 3, positioning himself as a voice for everyday residents in next June's primary election. Manmeet Matthew Singh says youth is his strength, not a weakness, in seeking public office. "I am
by Soren Hemmila
So there's this family. From 2002 to 2008, they're running a Korean BBQ joint on Rodeo Street in Apgujeong, that's Seoul, the nice part, and they're doing charcoal-grilled galbisal and this budae jjigae that people keep coming back for. Same customers, same
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond police are investigating the city’s fifth homicide of the year after an adult man was found shot late Tuesday night in the 300 block of Macdonald Avenue, authorities said Wednesday. Officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation at 11:23 p.m. December 16 in the area, according to
by Soren Hemmila
A 76-unit residential development planned for a former quarry site in Point Richmond will be discussed at a special Design Review Board meeting on Wednesday, December 17. The Quarry Residential Project is proposed for 1135 Canal Boulevard, an 18.4-acre site sits south of the intersection of Canal Boulevard and
by Soren Hemmila
The gyro plate arrived like an argument won before it started. Twenty bucks at Q’s Halal Pizza on San Pablo Avenue, and what you get is this: a mountain of ground lamb formed into tender, seasoned pieces, sitting on a bed of rice that actually matters. The lamb doesn&
by Soren Hemmila
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
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
The gyro plate arrived like an argument won before it started. Twenty bucks at Q’s Halal Pizza on San Pablo Avenue, and what you get is this: a mountain of ground lamb formed into tender, seasoned pieces, sitting on a bed of rice that actually matters. The lamb doesn&
by Soren Hemmila
Betty Reid Soskin, who became the nation's oldest active National Park Service ranger and spent more than a decade sharing often-overlooked stories of African American contributions during World War II, died peacefully at her home Sunday morning, according to her family. She was 104. Her family announced her
by Soren Hemmila
The recent controversy surrounding Richmond Mayor Eduardo Martinez has drawn scrutiny from a wide range of local, regional, and international news outlets. The media coverage focuses on a central debate: whether Martinez’s social media activity was a “careless mistake” or a “dangerous pattern of conduct.” Last week, Martinez engaged
by Soren Hemmila
Prosecutors have declined to file criminal charges in the fatal shooting of a 20-year-old Richmond man following a gunfire exchange near Carlson Boulevard and Potrero Avenue, police said. The Richmond Police Department presented the case to the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office for review, Richmond Police Public Information
by Soren Hemmila
A 21-year-old college student and retail worker has entered the race for Richmond City Council District 3, positioning himself as a voice for everyday residents in next June's primary election. Manmeet Matthew Singh says youth is his strength, not a weakness, in seeking public office. "I am
by Soren Hemmila
So there's this family. From 2002 to 2008, they're running a Korean BBQ joint on Rodeo Street in Apgujeong, that's Seoul, the nice part, and they're doing charcoal-grilled galbisal and this budae jjigae that people keep coming back for. Same customers, same
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond police are investigating the city’s fifth homicide of the year after an adult man was found shot late Tuesday night in the 300 block of Macdonald Avenue, authorities said Wednesday. Officers responded to a ShotSpotter activation at 11:23 p.m. December 16 in the area, according to
by Soren Hemmila
A 76-unit residential development planned for a former quarry site in Point Richmond will be discussed at a special Design Review Board meeting on Wednesday, December 17. The Quarry Residential Project is proposed for 1135 Canal Boulevard, an 18.4-acre site sits south of the intersection of Canal Boulevard and
by Soren Hemmila