Students, Staff Have Different Views on WCCUSD Needs
The West Contra Costa school board student trustees surveyed principals and fellow students on what they think district funding priorities should be....
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Apr
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Apr
‘Chaotic and Burdensome’: Richmond City Council, Staff Hold Special Meeting on Communication
Richmond City Council held a special meeting Tuesday in an attempt to improve communication and collaboration with city staff....
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Apr
‘What Is Pretty But Also What’s Lasting’: Upgrades Being Planned for Kennedy High
The West Contra Costa Unified School District received community feedback in a meeting Tuesday on potential designs for renovations at Kennedy High....
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Apr
Board of Supervisors Appoints New Animal Services Director
Ben Winkleblack will permanently fill the role held temporarily by Jane Andreotti following the retirement of former director Beth Ward....
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Apr
Cal OES Announces $39 Million in Awards for Security & Safety
The Office of Emergency Services awarded $39 million to 193 groups across the state to reinforce efforts to protect Californians from hate-motivated violence....
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Apr
San Pablo Rent Control Activists Submit Signatures for November Ballot Initiative
Over 1,600 signatures were submitted to the San Pablo city clerk by activists Tuesday for a renter protection legislation package to go on the November ballot....
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Apr
D.A. Charges Former Richmond Accountant With Six Felonies
The former accountant for a Richmond paver company was charged with felonies related to alleged embezzlement, money laundering, identity theft and tax evasion....
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Apr
James Irvine Foundation Award Winners Fostering Remedies to Urgent Issues
The winners of the 2024 James Irvine Foundation Awards have been recognized for their leadership in promoting healthcare, education and equality....
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Apr
U.S. Supreme Court Hears Arguments About Constitutionality of Anti-Camping Laws
A lower court had determined it was unconstitutional to criminalize sleeping on city streets if there was no alternative place for the person to sleep....
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Apr
PG&E Produced Greenhouse Gas-Free Energy for Retail Customers in 2023
PG&E officials said on Earth Day in Richmond that its retail customers received 100% greenhouse gas-free electricity, for the first time, in 2023....
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Apr
San Pablo Selects Brian Bubar as New Police Chief
Brian Bubar, a 21-year veteran of the San Pablo Police Department, will take over as San Pablo's new police chief on May 1....
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Apr
‘American Homeboy’ Pays Cinematic Ode to Chicano Culture
Contra Costa College hosted a screening April 12 of "American Homeboy," a 2023 documentary about Chicano culture and the pachuco and cholo subcultures....
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Apr
De Anza Softball Unleashes Offensive Onslaught, Thumps Kennedy 31-1
The De Anza Lady Dons beat the Eagles 31-1 in a varsity softball game at Kennedy High School on April 10 to take the lead in league standings....
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Apr
Career Fair Prepares CCC Students for Workforce
Contra Costa College students had the opportunity to meet with about 75 employers, including many in law enforcement at a career fair April 3....
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Apr
BART Tasked With Improving Disability Access After Lawsuit Alleging ADA Violations
For disabled people, an out-of-order elevator or escalator can mean getting to work late, missing appointments, or simply feeling like second-class citizens....
