WCCUSD to Try to Increase Mental Health Support Despite Shortages
An increase in chronic sadness among West Contra Costa students has prompted district efforts to increase mental health resources. ...
07
Sep
07
Sep
State Assembly Declares August the First Transgender Month in the Country
The California State Assembly on Wednesday voted to declare August "Transgender History Month," the office of Assemblymember Matt Haney said....
06
Sep
Indian American Republicans Sticking with Trump
“Nikki Haley represents experience, competence, and calm in the face of chaos. But that’s not where Republicans are now.” — Karthick Ramakrishnan of AAPI Data....
05
Sep
Not Black, Not White. Just Biracial
Jacob Marshall, an aspiring artist in Alameda, is mixed-race but is often perceived as — and in school, was bullied for — being Black....
05
Sep
Opinion: How We Can Protect Our Communities From COVID
"The church leadership and I knew it was our calling to take on COVID-19 and protect our flock," writes the Rev. Edgar Boyd, an AME pastor in L.A....
03
Sep
Barbed Wire & Glitchy Phone App Stand Between Asylum Seekers and U.S.
Migrants fleeing persecution, abuse and other dangers may now have to contend with new obstacles like razor wire and barriers in the Rio Grande....
03
Sep
Contra Costa Community Colleges Expand Free Tuition Qualifications
Students at Contra Costa, Diablo Valley and Los Medanos can get up to two years' free tuition starting this fall semester if they meet certain requirements....
01
Sep
Rep. DeSaulnier Hosts Town Hall at Contra Costa Animal Services
Rep. Mark DeSaulnier's town hall was meant to be about animal protection and updates from Washington, though some thought there was too little of the former....
01
Sep
BART Launches Second Phase of ‘Not One More Girl’ Campaign Against Sexual Harassment
BART on Thursday in Berkeley began the second phase of efforts to end sexual harassment of girls and gender-based violence on its transit system....
01
Sep
California Comienza una Campaña Estatal Contra Delitos Motivados por el Odio
La semana pasada se comenzó en todo el estado la campaña de sensibilización y educación "CA vs Hate", que incrementa el financiamiento para apoyar a las víctimas de delitos motivados por el odio y ayudar a prevenir actos de odio....
31
Aug
The Jefas Encompasses Latina Beauty and Business
Richmond entrepreneur Aurora Diaz has built successful a beauty industry business — called The Jefas — targeting the special needs of Latina consumers....
30
Aug
Beyond ‘Pandemic Puppies’: Why Pet Adoption Is Still Vital
Adopting a pet means saving a life, but the demand to buy specific breeds encourages cruel industry practices that are a detriment to animal welfare....
29
Aug
Drive-Thru Baby Shower Gives Expecting Black Parents Services and Support
The 11th annual Contra Costa African American Community Baby Shower gave hundreds of parents resources at Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church in Richmond....
29
Aug
Spare the Air Alert Issued for Wednesday Due to Smog
High inland temperatures and light winds are expected to combine with motor vehicle exhaust to create unhealthy levels of smog....
29
Aug
Pinole Council Looks at Water Conservation and Fire Prevention
East Bay Municipal Utility District introduced its watershed master plan at the Aug. 15 Pinole City Council meeting. Fire prevention was also on the agenda....
