A man is facing attempted murder, child abuse, and domestic violence charges after reportedly firing a stolen firearm during a child custody exchange in the 3500 block of Nevin Avenue on Saturday night. Richmond Police Department Public Information Officer Lt. Donald Patchin said officers responded to reports of a shooting
by Soren Hemmila
As Richmond City Councilmember Melvin Willis seeks reelection, he is doubling down on efforts to address pressing issues such as homelessness and human trafficking and expanding youth programs. Willis, representing District 1 in Richmond, has focused his platform on building community-centered solutions. A longtime resident of Richmond, Willis, has been
by Soren Hemmila
Threet said he no longer believes the commission can be relied upon to reach a valid finding on allegations of officer misconduct based on an objective, unbiased view of the evidence.
by Soren Hemmila
With so many things happening in Richmond this week, we had difficulty choosing! This week is packed with things to do, from a candidate forum to multiple maker's faires and a Stroll along the El Sobrante-Richmond corridor. Check out our top picks below, and enjoy all the great
by Linda Hemmila
We went searching for the authentic flavors of Chiapas, Mexico and found it in a gas station parking lot on 23rd Street in the form of a delicious shrimp burrito at Las Cabañas Food Truck. Las Cabañas Mexican Grill and Taqueria is a popular Berkeley restaurant and food truck that
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond police cracked down on a large sideshow early Sunday morning, dispersing crowds and issuing citations as part of a growing effort to tackle reckless driving events in the Bay Area. Richmond Police responded to calls reporting a sideshow at West Cutting and Canal Boulevards and encountered numerous vehicles driving
by Soren Hemmila
The Richmond City Council returns from summer break on September 10 with a consent calendar filled with items that will be approved without discussion. These include the second reading of the nepotism prevention ordinance, assorted contracts, and proclamations. There is only one new business item on Tuesday’s agenda: the
by Soren Hemmila
Patricia Perez says her family is grateful for any reminders they can have of her grandson Pedie around the south Richmond neighborhood, which is home to the family business and where they lost Pedie almost ten years ago, an event Perez said changed their family forever. This Tuesday night, the
by Linda Hemmila
A man is facing attempted murder, child abuse, and domestic violence charges after reportedly firing a stolen firearm during a child custody exchange in the 3500 block of Nevin Avenue on Saturday night. Richmond Police Department Public Information Officer Lt. Donald Patchin said officers responded to reports of a shooting
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
A man is facing attempted murder, child abuse, and domestic violence charges after reportedly firing a stolen firearm during a child custody exchange in the 3500 block of Nevin Avenue on Saturday night. Richmond Police Department Public Information Officer Lt. Donald Patchin said officers responded to reports of a shooting
by Soren Hemmila
As Richmond City Councilmember Melvin Willis seeks reelection, he is doubling down on efforts to address pressing issues such as homelessness and human trafficking and expanding youth programs. Willis, representing District 1 in Richmond, has focused his platform on building community-centered solutions. A longtime resident of Richmond, Willis, has been
by Soren Hemmila
Threet said he no longer believes the commission can be relied upon to reach a valid finding on allegations of officer misconduct based on an objective, unbiased view of the evidence.
by Soren Hemmila
With so many things happening in Richmond this week, we had difficulty choosing! This week is packed with things to do, from a candidate forum to multiple maker's faires and a Stroll along the El Sobrante-Richmond corridor. Check out our top picks below, and enjoy all the great
by Linda Hemmila
We went searching for the authentic flavors of Chiapas, Mexico and found it in a gas station parking lot on 23rd Street in the form of a delicious shrimp burrito at Las Cabañas Food Truck. Las Cabañas Mexican Grill and Taqueria is a popular Berkeley restaurant and food truck that
by Soren Hemmila
Richmond police cracked down on a large sideshow early Sunday morning, dispersing crowds and issuing citations as part of a growing effort to tackle reckless driving events in the Bay Area. Richmond Police responded to calls reporting a sideshow at West Cutting and Canal Boulevards and encountered numerous vehicles driving
by Soren Hemmila
The Richmond City Council returns from summer break on September 10 with a consent calendar filled with items that will be approved without discussion. These include the second reading of the nepotism prevention ordinance, assorted contracts, and proclamations. There is only one new business item on Tuesday’s agenda: the
by Soren Hemmila
Patricia Perez says her family is grateful for any reminders they can have of her grandson Pedie around the south Richmond neighborhood, which is home to the family business and where they lost Pedie almost ten years ago, an event Perez said changed their family forever. This Tuesday night, the
by Linda Hemmila