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News   -   Dec 13, 2024 On the agenda: State of the City, housing, police recruitment, and BART updates
On the agenda: State of the City, housing, police recruitment, and BART updates

Richmond's City Council will cover a full agenda during its meeting on December 17, with highlights including Mayor Eduardo Martinez's annual State of the City Address, which will outline the city's progress, challenges, and future goals. The council will also hear presentations on tiny

Crime in the City   -   Dec 01, 2024 Man reportedly injured in Richmond carjacking, suspects flee in RV
Man reportedly injured in Richmond carjacking, suspects flee in RV

A man sustained minor injuries during a reported carjacking on Emeric Avenue in Richmond Friday night, police said. Officers responded to Kaiser Permanente Richmond Medical Center at 901 Nevin Avenue at 9:51 p.m. after the victim sought treatment for injuries sustained during the altercation. Lynnelle Sanchez, Public Information

Authorities identify man killed in Carlson Boulevard hit-and-run
Crime in the City   -   Dec 13, 2024 Authorities identify man killed in Carlson Boulevard hit-and-run

A 56-year-old man, identified as Prentiss Jackson, was killed early Sunday in a hit-and-run collision while riding a bike on Carlson Boulevard near Bayview Avenue, according to authorities. The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on December 8, when firefighters from Station 64 responded to a walk-in report of a

by Soren Hemmila
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Crime in the City   -   Dec 13, 2024 Authorities identify man killed in Carlson Boulevard hit-and-run
Authorities identify man killed in Carlson Boulevard hit-and-run

A 56-year-old man, identified as Prentiss Jackson, was killed early Sunday in a hit-and-run collision while riding a bike on Carlson Boulevard near Bayview Avenue, according to authorities. The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on December 8, when firefighters from Station 64 responded to a walk-in report of a

by Soren Hemmila
News   -   Dec 13, 2024 On the agenda: State of the City, housing, police recruitment, and BART updates
On the agenda: State of the City, housing, police recruitment, and BART updates

Richmond's City Council will cover a full agenda during its meeting on December 17, with highlights including Mayor Eduardo Martinez's annual State of the City Address, which will outline the city's progress, challenges, and future goals. The council will also hear presentations on tiny

by Soren Hemmila
Crime in the City   -   Dec 01, 2024 Man reportedly injured in Richmond carjacking, suspects flee in RV
Man reportedly injured in Richmond carjacking, suspects flee in RV

A man sustained minor injuries during a reported carjacking on Emeric Avenue in Richmond Friday night, police said. Officers responded to Kaiser Permanente Richmond Medical Center at 901 Nevin Avenue at 9:51 p.m. after the victim sought treatment for injuries sustained during the altercation. Lynnelle Sanchez, Public Information

by Soren Hemmila
News   -   Dec 01, 2024 Portside Commerce Center seeks new tenant after Moxion meltdown
Portside Commerce Center seeks new tenant after Moxion meltdown

Richmond's nearly completed Portside Commerce Center is now available for lease after its first tenant, Moxion Power, vaporized last summer, leaving a hundred employees scrambling for employment and making the building's future occupancy unclear. Brookfield Properties is offering the massive space for an undisclosed amount and

by Linda Hemmila
News   -   Nov 30, 2024 On the agenda: cooking up a BBQ compromise as Richmond rethinks investments and targets unpaid property fees
On the agenda: cooking up a BBQ compromise as Richmond rethinks investments and targets unpaid property fees

The Richmond City Council meeting on December 3 will address a proposed investment policy promoting the "socially responsible" use of city funds, an appeal by the Up & Under Pub & Grill regarding a denied encroachment permit for a BBQ smoker, and a resolution to levy special assessments

by Soren Hemmila
News   -   Nov 29, 2024 A Point Richmond Thanksgiving with turkey and zen — here to make America mellow again
A Point Richmond Thanksgiving with turkey and zen — here to make America mellow again

The Annual Point Richmond Turkey Shoot celebration returned on Thanksgiving Day, marking 35 years of the beloved community tradition. Community members gathered in the picturesque neighborhood to partake in the festivities, which included a lively parade, music, and, of course, plenty of Wild Turkey whiskey. "The most important thing

by Soren Hemmila
Crime in the City   -   Nov 27, 2024 Richmond Police make arrest after tobacco retailer inspections reveal more drugs, stolen firearm
Richmond Police make arrest after tobacco retailer inspections reveal more drugs, stolen firearm

The city has struggled to control the proliferation of smoke shops, with some operating without proper permits. The Richmond City Council implemented a moratorium on new tobacco retailers earlier this year.

by Soren Hemmila
News   -   Nov 21, 2024 "Friends of the Circle" to present proposal for Clinton Hill redesign project
"Friends of the Circle" to present proposal for Clinton Hill redesign project

A group of neighbors who hope to revitalize a once-cherished local landmark will present their plan to Richmond's city council next Tuesday night. Project organizer Alexander Martinez of Friends of the Circle will present a proposal to the city council Tuesday outlining a plan to remove existing bushes

by Linda Hemmila
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