WCCUSD Hopes if It Can Build Housing, Teachers Will Come
Unable to offer much in the way of financial support to teachers and potential hires, the WCCUSD hopes to entice educators with workforce housing....
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Sep
16
Sep
Mountain Lion Recently Reported in Antioch Near Bluecurl Court and Bluebell Circle
Antioch Animal Services said there was recently a possible mountain lion sighting along with other sightings "without incident" over the years....
13
Sep
‘Pedie’ Perez May Soon Have Richmond Street Named for Him
Richmond City Council unanimously approved measures that could see a section of street renamed for "Pedie" Perez and would try to prevent nepotism....
13
Sep
Agency Gives San Pablo Small Businesses, Economy a Boost
San Pablo City Council on Sept. 3 heard from the city's Economic Development Corporation and moved toward giving its own members a raise....
13
Sep
Is America Less Divisive Than We Thought?
Every day, Blacks, Latinos and other people of color engage with whites in dialogues and collaborations across racial lines, challenging the notion of division....
12
Sep
Crab, Lobster and Alligator: Pittsburg Seafood & Music Fest Pleases Palates
The Pittsburg Seafood and Music Festival returned for its 37th year, continuing to bring together local music, food and community since its relaunch in 2023....
12
Sep
‘This Is About Racism’: Allegations of Improper Meeting Among Antioch Council’s Black Members Go Unproven
In the latest example of Antioch's racial and political divides, the City Council's Black members were hit with allegations that could not be proven....
11
Sep
Q&A: On Richmond City Council, Ahmad Anderson Says He ‘Will Do What Isn’t Done’
Richmond City Council candidate Ahmad Anderson speaks with the Pulse about economic development, public safety, environmental justice and getting things done....
11
Sep
California Latino Voter Survey Shows Inflation Is Top Priority but Blames Corporate Greed
Housing costs and inflation are the top concerns for California's 9 million Latino registered voters, according to a report by the Latino Community Foundation....
11
Sep
Taxpayer Advocates Recommend Voters Take an Astute Approach to Local Measures
This November, Bay Area voters will see dozens of tax and bond measures on local ballots designed to fund everything from sidewalks to school computers....
11
Sep
Antioch Amtrak Station Might Stay Open
The city of Antioch is working on efforts to keep its Amtrak station open. It is now planned to close in 2025 with the opening of a station in Oakley....
10
Sep
On Your November Ballot: The Pros and Cons of Increasing California’s Minimum Wage
Supporters of California's Prop 32 say a minimum wage increase is necessary because of the cost of living; opponents say it would cost jobs and raise prices....
09
Sep
Young Voters Like Me Have a Lot to Weigh This Election
Social media campaigns and misinformation, celebrity endorsements and various rights at stake are among the issues voters have to wade through....
09
Sep
Pinole Chief of Police Retires After 36 Years
Pinole Police Chief Neil Gang, known for his approach to police reform, retired last week after working for 36 years in law enforcement....
06
Sep
Contra Costa County Launches Expanded Basic Health Care Coverage
Contra Costa County this week launched its expanded Basic Health Care coverage for uninsured residents, which no longer considers immigration status....
