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Apply now for Chevron’s black history awareness scholarship
High school seniors in the West Contra Costa Unified District (WCCUSD) are encouraged to apply for the annual Chevron Richmond Black History Awareness Scholarship...
WCCUSD to transition 7 Richmond schools into K-8s
UPDATE: On Wednesday, Jan. 15, the WCCUSD halted its plan to transition schools at the request of the Board of Education. Follow-up story here.
The...
WCCUSD: New family enrollment begins Jan. 21
The enrollment period for new families wishing to attend their West Contra Costa Unified School District (WCCUSD) neighborhood school opens at 9 a.m. Tuesday,...
Free college money and guidance! Apply for the Richmond Promise
As high school seniors anticipate college acceptance season, a Richmond nonprofit is working overtime to ensure the city’s students have the funding and guidance...
Amid enrollment season, families invited to education fair
With the West Contra Costa Unified School District's enrollment for new families and school transfers fast-approaching, local families will be able to attend a...
Parents call to rename Wilson Elementary after Michelle Obama
Should Woodrow Wilson Elementary School be renamed after former U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama?
Some parents and students at the school, which is operating on...
Richmond Promise Scholar spotlight: Jesse Hernandez
Meet the Richmond Promise Scholars, a growing movement of hundreds of students from Richmond and North Richmond who are currently attending over 100 colleges...
High school football action not over; Bay Showcase set for Saturday
With Salesian College Preparatory winning its first ever state title, Kennedy High making it all the way to the North Coast Section Division VI...
Richmond Promise Scholar spotlight: Jennifer Jimenez
Meet the Richmond Promise Scholars, a growing movement of hundreds of students from Richmond and North Richmond who are currently attending over 100 colleges...
Chevron takes Richmond schools to Chabot Space & Science Center
The Oakland Chabot Space & Science Center is particularly effective at inspiring an intrigue in science among young people. For some, like Stanley Cheng,...
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Planning Commission to review plans for 45 townhomes on Garrity Way
A plan to build 45 townhomes on a vacant lot at 3151 Garrity Way in the Hilltop District of Richmond is moving to its...
Chevron Richmond reports safety gains and free home upgrades at town hall
By Mike Aldax
Chevron Richmond reported a 62 percent drop in notices of violation over the last half-year and a downward trend in flaring events...
Sheldon Elementary to host student music and debate showcase
Sheldon Elementary School will host "A Night of Brazilian Rhythm & Voice" on Thursday, May 21. The event takes place from 6-7 p.m. in...