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Members of United Teachers of Richmond wear red to showcase their support of the union. Jan 29.

WCCUSD faculty campaign for better learning environment 

By Juliana Libunao, Advocate Intern Feb 24, 2025

It was a sight to behold when teachers from the West Contra Costa Unified School District showed up to work recently wearing red in a recent display of solidarity as their union representatives began their...

Stege Elementary School. (Google Street View)

How staff and students at Stege Elementary School are adjusting to their new location after dangerous conditions were found at the school over the summer

By Abigail Yee, Advocate Contributor Dec 11, 2024

El Cerrito, CA - Several staff members of Stege Elementary School protested the conditions that they and their students are facing at the West Contra Costa Unified School District Board of Education meeting...

Google Maps showing the area that would be affected in red

Tsunami warning canceled but causes some panic around the Bay Area

By Nojixa Anacleto Dec 5, 2024

A 7.0 earthquake near Humboldt County – several hours north of Contra Costa College – triggered a tsunami warning from the National Weather Service for Northern California and Oregon. The alert, which...

Sophie and Eman A talking about the Lack of rights for middle eastern students. At Contra Costa College, San Pablo, Calif. Nov.

Solidarity event for Palestine and Professor Asad Kabir held at Contra Costa College

By Faith Bennett and Arianna Caramagno, Advocate Staff Dec 5, 2024

On Nov. 25, a demonstration was held by the Associated Student Union at Contra Costa College, bringing awareness to the tragedies occurring in Gaza, the lack of acknowledgment of the identities of Middle...

ELC Building Dec. 3 2024

Contra Costa College expands Early Learning Center

By Paola Torres, Spanish Editor Dec 4, 2024

The Early Learning Center is expanding and improving their facilities. This is funded by The Mexican American Opportunity Foundation.  This new opportunity will serve families of all races and ethnic...

Contra Costa Community College District building. (Google Street View)

Contra Costa Community College District (4CD) reports increased high school student capture rates

By Jairam Sandino-Duarte, Photo and Visual Editor Nov 21, 2024

During the Contra Costa Community College District’s (4CD) Nov. 13 Governing Board meeting, there was a discussion regarding an annual report that summarizes enrollment and success data for recent high...

Governing Board discusses special report on student success and resolution supporting veterans

Governing Board discusses special report on student success and resolution supporting veterans

By Ilan Helfman, Leandro Cervantes, Advocate Staff Nov 21, 2024

MARTINEZ – The governing board for the Contra Costa College District held its monthly meeting this past Wednesday. The council members addressed a wide range of subjects including a special report on...

Apollo 16 Command Module at U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Alabama, USA.

From Comets to comets

By Ilan Helfman, Chief Copy Editor Nov 21, 2024

To infinity and beyond. No, it’s not Buzz Lightyear – it’s NASA’s student launch challenge, which tasks teams from across the U.S. with designing, building, and launching a high-powered rocket.  The...

Archive: Photo of the General Education building at Contra Costa College campus. Captured in 2016.

4CD employee email policies spark controversy after CCC professor is punished for political emails

By Arianna Caramagno, Arts and Culture Editor Nov 21, 2024

Earlier this month, the Contra Costa Community College District put CCC philosophy and humanities professor, Asad Kabir, on administrative leave for sending emails in faculty and staff email listservs...

Contra Costa Comet player no#. 9, DB Tasean Young, Not only catches the past, he bows to the camera, after scores a touchdown.

San Pablo Ca 23 September 2023, Contra Costa College vs Laney College

Contra Costa College to host first-ever Athletics Hall of Fame ceremony

By Ivoire Arrington, Advocate Staff Nov 7, 2024

The Hall of Fame is dedicated to former Contra Costa athletes and coaches. Its inaugural induction ceremony, which will honor 100 athletes who have “demonstrated excellence,” is going to be held Friday,...

Sandoval, Honig leading in 4CD Governing Board race

Sandoval, Honig leading in 4CD Governing Board race

By Shawn Williams, Editor in Chief Nov 7, 2024

Up for election is Ward 2, which represents people in central parts of Contra Costa County, and Ward 5, which represents eastern parts of the county.  As of Wednesday afternoon, Ward 5 incumbent Fernando...

California Department of Health Care Services offers new free mental health support platforms to youth

California Department of Health Care Services offers new free mental health support platforms to youth

By Arianna Caramagno, Arts and Culture Editor Nov 7, 2024

Early this year, the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) launched the behavioral health virtual service platforms Soluna and BrightLife Kids as part of a $4.6 billion dollar investment...

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