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News   -   Apr 10, 2025 End of an era: Burnt Ramen site sold months after fire
End of an era: Burnt Ramen site sold months after fire

Richmond's long-troubled Burnt Ramen property has been sold. According to property records, Ma Wei Zhong and Ma Wanlan purchased the site – a 1905 converted warehouse that sits at the corner of Espee and Chancellor Avenues. A former punk rock music venue, the property has been the subject of

News   -   Apr 05, 2025 El Sobrante joins nationwide ‘Hands Off!’ protests targeting Trump-Musk agenda
El Sobrante joins nationwide ‘Hands Off!’ protests targeting Trump-Musk agenda

El Sobrante joined more than 1,300 cities in a coordinated nationwide protest on Saturday demanding an end to overreach by Donald Trump and Elon Musk. The event, part of the Hands Off! Day of Action saw millions gather across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and internationally, which organizers

Richmond's Community Crisis Response Program
City Council Updates   -   Apr 11, 2025 On the agenda: union clash, pension debate, and flood fixes

Richmond’s efforts to reshape public safety, tackle mounting pension debt, and address long-standing infrastructure woes are set to converge at Tuesday, April 15 meeting where a union dispute over the city’s community crisis response program, a $392 million pension liability, and the future of flood-prone Parchester Village will

by Soren Hemmila
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City Council Updates   -   Apr 11, 2025 On the agenda: union clash, pension debate, and flood fixes
Richmond's Community Crisis Response Program

Richmond’s efforts to reshape public safety, tackle mounting pension debt, and address long-standing infrastructure woes are set to converge at Tuesday, April 15 meeting where a union dispute over the city’s community crisis response program, a $392 million pension liability, and the future of flood-prone Parchester Village will

by Soren Hemmila
News   -   Apr 10, 2025 End of an era: Burnt Ramen site sold months after fire
End of an era: Burnt Ramen site sold months after fire

Richmond's long-troubled Burnt Ramen property has been sold. According to property records, Ma Wei Zhong and Ma Wanlan purchased the site – a 1905 converted warehouse that sits at the corner of Espee and Chancellor Avenues. A former punk rock music venue, the property has been the subject of

by Linda Hemmila & Soren Hemmila
News   -   Apr 05, 2025 El Sobrante joins nationwide ‘Hands Off!’ protests targeting Trump-Musk agenda
El Sobrante joins nationwide ‘Hands Off!’ protests targeting Trump-Musk agenda

El Sobrante joined more than 1,300 cities in a coordinated nationwide protest on Saturday demanding an end to overreach by Donald Trump and Elon Musk. The event, part of the Hands Off! Day of Action saw millions gather across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and internationally, which organizers

by Soren Hemmila
News   -   Apr 03, 2025 Chevron cuts 600 jobs at former San Ramon headquarters
Chevron cuts 600 jobs at former San Ramon headquarters

Chevron filed a WARN notice with the state of California last week, announcing plans to lay off approximately 600 employees at its former headquarters in San Ramon. Chevron said the layoffs are part of efforts to streamline its organizational structure, improve efficiency, and enhance the company's long-term competitiveness.

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Apr 02, 2025 Underage sales, hidden stashes: Richmond extends tobacco moratorium
Underage sales, hidden stashes: Richmond extends tobacco moratorium

The Richmond City Council voted Tuesday to extend its moratorium on new tobacco retailers for an additional 12 months, citing growing concerns over illegal sales, youth access to tobacco, and non-compliance with licensing regulations. The original moratorium, enacted in April 2024, was set for 45 days and extended for nearly

by Soren Hemmila
News   -   Mar 28, 2025 Caltrans withdraws plan to convert Richmond Bridge Trail into breakdown lane
Caltrans withdraws plan to convert Richmond Bridge Trail into breakdown lane

This story has been updated to include additional information. California Department of Transportation has withdrawn its proposal to limit pedestrian and bicyclist access to the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge following public outcry and organized advocacy efforts. The agency had proposed converting the bridge's multi-use path into a vehicle breakdown

by Soren Hemmila
Richmond CA City Council   -   Mar 28, 2025 Richmond is considering requiring healthy checkout options
Richmond Targe

The Richmond City Council will review a proposed ordinance that would make buying a candy bar at a large store slightly less convenient. The ordinance would require large retailers to offer healthier food options at checkout aisles – a move aimed at curbing the prevalence of junk food in low-income communities.

by Soren Hemmila
Richmond CA City Council   -   Mar 27, 2025 Richmond officials weigh using Chevron settlement to pay down $392 million pension debt
Richmond officials weigh using Chevron settlement to pay down $392 million pension debt

Richmond city officials will explore a plan to accelerate repayment of the city's $392 million in unfunded pension liabilities using funds from its $550 million Chevron tax settlement, a move supporters say could save taxpayers $117 million in interest while freeing up $33 million annually for city services.

by Soren Hemmila
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