Career Fair Offers Chances of a New Future
Brittany Young was looking for a job. That’s why she attended the annual West Contra Costa County Career Fair at Contra Costa College last month....
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Apr
10
Apr
Unclogging I-80 Requires More Transportation Options
To discuss the challenges people face and what’s being done to clear up the problematic I-80 corridor, District 15 Assemblymember Buffy Wicks, and representatives from Hercules, Pinole, and local transportation agencies came together for the Transportation Town Hall on March 28....
09
Apr
State Leaders Kick Off $100.3M Census Push With Call to Ethnic Media, CBOs to Help Get Word Out
California isn’t playing around in its effort to avoid an undercount in the 2020 Census....
08
Apr
Contra Costa County Wants Everyone Counted
Contra Costa County has created a public awareness campaign to ensure every resident is counted in the 2020 U.S. Census, which begins next April. ...
05
Apr
Passionate About Youth Justice? The County Needs You
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors is looking for five residents interested in serving on the Juvenile Justice Coordinating Council....
04
Apr
It’s Kinda Dangerous To Be An Emcee
Since the murder of Tupac on September 13, 1996, nearly 30 American rappers of note have died due to gun-related violence....
04
Apr
‘Art in March’ Teaches Larger Lessons
Knowledge in the arts can help a child expand their mind. The administration at Lavonya DeJean Middle School has seen this first-hand for the last two years at their annual Art in March Educational Extravaganza....
02
Apr
North Richmond Quality of Life Plan Rolls Forward
North Richmond’s residents and leaders see a few common areas that need attention: projects intended to spur affordable housing development, street improvements, and the creation of a youth community center. ...
01
Apr
College Admissions Scandal Reveals Cracks in Higher Education Equity
This scandal revealed what I already suspected: the system is rigged....
01
Apr
EBRPD Moves to Claim Railway at Miller/Knox
“The park is one of our only places of refuge,” Johnson said. “To propose reactivating that BNSF track is a slap in the face not only to the city of Richmond, but to the residents who consider that a place they can go and get fresh air.“...
31
Mar
Local Happenings: April 2019
The Community Services Department and Richmond Swims have come together to host a Water Safety Day for the community from 1 to 4:30 p.m., Sunday April 14 at the Richmond Swim Center, 4300 Cutting Blvd. There will be fun activities and information focusing on water safety and demonstrations, tours and...
23
Mar
Sticks or Hands, Victor McElhaney Drummed for Life
Oakland native Victor McElhaney’s abilities on the drums, according to those who knew him as a talented young drummer, gave those who could hear him a release from the stressors of life...
23
Mar
‘State of the City’ a Mix of Triumphs and Challenges
Richmond Mayor Tom Butt began his State of the City address with the overall finances of the city, saying they’re currently “stable.”...
21
Mar
Out On the Town With the East Bay Bike Party
Earlier this month, more than 200 cyclists of all ages rode together as the EBBP, which continues to be a way for cyclists of all skill levels and ages to come together one night each month. ...
21
Mar
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s Decision to Block Death Penalty Was Four Decades In the Making
It what is being hailed as a bold, if controversial, move, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order earlier this month placing a moratorium on the state’s death penalty. ...
