This week, the Richmond Burrito Trail stops on San Pablo Avenue at Mi Casa Grill, which sits at the edge of the Grocery Outlet parking lot, for some fancy silver slabs. The owners of Mi Casa Grill turned a once desolate corner with a vacant building into a brightly decorated
by Soren Hemmila
For Ahmad Anderson, a Richmond native and University of California, Berkeley alumnus, appearing on ESPN's College GameDay was more than just a moment in the national spotlight. It was an opportunity to represent his hometown and alma mater on one of college football's biggest stages. Anderson,
by Soren Hemmila
The latest campaign finance reports reveal substantial contributions across Richmond’s City Council races, with Claudia Jimenez leading the pack with $52,803 raised. On the ballot measure front, Richmond Votes Matters reported receiving a hefty $217,200, and SEIU 1021, which represents city employees, contributed $135,000 to the
by Soren Hemmila
On Friday, Governor Gavin Newsom announced $130.7 million in ERF grants to help 18 communities, including Richmond, address the needs of over 3,300 people living in encampments. The City of Richmond was awarded $9,336,746 in the latest round of Encampment Resolution Funding grants to provide services
by Soren Hemmila
If you grew up in Richmond or lived here for a while, you are undoubtedly acquainted with the name Rosie. Perhaps you know someone who was a Rosie, maybe a neighbor or a grandparent, but at the very least, you probably know Rosie’s “we can do it” spirit, which
by Linda Hemmila
The City of Richmond has officially launched its Community Crisis Response Program (CCRP), designed to address non-violent emergencies such as mental health crises and homelessness without the involvement of police. This care-first initiative follows the Richmond City Council’s decision in June 2021 to reallocate $3 million from
by Soren Hemmila
Check out Grandview's top picks for events happening in Richmond you won't want to miss. Candidate Forum @ Rigger's Loft Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 6 p.m. Rigger's Loft - 1325 Canal Blvd, Richmond, CA 94804 Friday Nights OUT @ Winchaser Wine Co This
by Linda Hemmila
West Contra Costa Unified School District appointed Dr. Kim Moses as interim superintendent after Kenneth C. Hurst announced his retirement in December. Hurst, who has led the district for nearly three and half years, is stepping down to focus on family responsibilities, as he shared in a video message to
by Soren Hemmila
This week, the Richmond Burrito Trail stops on San Pablo Avenue at Mi Casa Grill, which sits at the edge of the Grocery Outlet parking lot, for some fancy silver slabs. The owners of Mi Casa Grill turned a once desolate corner with a vacant building into a brightly decorated
by Soren Hemmila
The Bay Area Air District has fined Gold Bond Building Products for 13 violations related to dust at its wallboard manufacturing plant at 1040 Canal Boulevard. Along with the $188,500 fine, the Air District is also requiring Gold Bond to take additional physical and operational steps to reduce dust
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
This week, the Richmond Burrito Trail stops on San Pablo Avenue at Mi Casa Grill, which sits at the edge of the Grocery Outlet parking lot, for some fancy silver slabs. The owners of Mi Casa Grill turned a once desolate corner with a vacant building into a brightly decorated
by Soren Hemmila
For Ahmad Anderson, a Richmond native and University of California, Berkeley alumnus, appearing on ESPN's College GameDay was more than just a moment in the national spotlight. It was an opportunity to represent his hometown and alma mater on one of college football's biggest stages. Anderson,
by Soren Hemmila
The latest campaign finance reports reveal substantial contributions across Richmond’s City Council races, with Claudia Jimenez leading the pack with $52,803 raised. On the ballot measure front, Richmond Votes Matters reported receiving a hefty $217,200, and SEIU 1021, which represents city employees, contributed $135,000 to the
by Soren Hemmila
On Friday, Governor Gavin Newsom announced $130.7 million in ERF grants to help 18 communities, including Richmond, address the needs of over 3,300 people living in encampments. The City of Richmond was awarded $9,336,746 in the latest round of Encampment Resolution Funding grants to provide services
by Soren Hemmila
If you grew up in Richmond or lived here for a while, you are undoubtedly acquainted with the name Rosie. Perhaps you know someone who was a Rosie, maybe a neighbor or a grandparent, but at the very least, you probably know Rosie’s “we can do it” spirit, which
by Linda Hemmila
The City of Richmond has officially launched its Community Crisis Response Program (CCRP), designed to address non-violent emergencies such as mental health crises and homelessness without the involvement of police. This care-first initiative follows the Richmond City Council’s decision in June 2021 to reallocate $3 million from
by Soren Hemmila
Check out Grandview's top picks for events happening in Richmond you won't want to miss. Candidate Forum @ Rigger's Loft Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at 6 p.m. Rigger's Loft - 1325 Canal Blvd, Richmond, CA 94804 Friday Nights OUT @ Winchaser Wine Co This
by Linda Hemmila
West Contra Costa Unified School District appointed Dr. Kim Moses as interim superintendent after Kenneth C. Hurst announced his retirement in December. Hurst, who has led the district for nearly three and half years, is stepping down to focus on family responsibilities, as he shared in a video message to
by Soren Hemmila