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News   -   Sep 12, 2024 Resigning investigator criticizes police commission’s ability to review complaints against officers
Resigning investigator criticizes police commission’s ability to review complaints against officers

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
Burrito Trail   -   Sep 10, 2024 Richmond Burrito Trail: Discovering Chiapas cuisine at Las Cabañas Food Truck on 23rd Street
Las Cabañas Food Truck

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
Crime in the City   -   Sep 09, 2024 RPD issues reckless driving citations, impounds cars during weekend sideshow
RPD issues reckless driving citations, impounds cars during weekend sideshow

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
News   -   Sep 07, 2024 On the agenda: Key issues at the September 10 Richmond City Council meeting
On the agenda: Key issues at the September 10 Richmond City Council meeting

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
Election   -   Sep 04, 2024 Sue Wilson’s campaign: from behind-the-scenes activism to city council spotlight
Sue Wilson’s campaign: from behind-the-scenes activism to city council spotlight

A seasoned activist and environmental advocate, Sue Wilson is making her first bid for public office. She is seeking to fill the District 5 Richmond City Council seat vacated by Gayle McLaughlin. Known for her behind-the-scenes work in local politics, Wilson is stepping into the spotlight with a platform centered

by Soren Hemmila
Burrito Trail   -   Sep 03, 2024 On the Richmond Burrito Trail: El Trompudo Taco Shop
On the Richmond Burrito Trail: El Trompudo Taco Shop

El Trompudo Tacos Shop on busy San Pablo Dam Road was doing brisk business when we stopped in last week for a Carne Asada Burrito. The taqueria is located in a small, brightly colored orange building next to the Pedaler Bike Shop, so you can have a burrito while you

by Soren Hemmila
Election   -   Sep 02, 2024 Council candidate Shawn Dunning calls for collaborative leadership in District 6 council run
Council candidate Shawn Dunning calls for collaborative leadership in District 6 council run

Richmond City Council candidate Shawn Dunning, who previously ran for mayor in 2022, has spent over two decades in peacebuilding and conflict resolution. He says his campaign is driven by a deep love for Richmond and a desire to foster more inclusive and collaborative decision-making. “The solutions to the most

by Soren Hemmila
Aug 29, 2024 Multi-agency effort leads to 'Targetville' homeless encampment abatement in Richmond
Multi-agency effort leads to 'Targetville' homeless encampment abatement in Richmond

“I am so proud that you are getting indoors,” Daniel Barth said, peering into a makeshift tent along the BART tracks behind the Target shopping center this morning. Barth, Executive Director of Safe Organized Spaces Richmond, is one of several organizations providing services as city workers began clearing out "

by Soren Hemmila
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