Education

Council Throws Local Schools a Lifeline

Richmond City Council voted to keep Kennedy High School open for another school year. The mayor also called on the Obama administration to begin a new “New Deal” for jobs in Richmond.

Fan energy lifts Eagles

Eagles fans bring it at the season opener against the El Cerrito Gauchos. Catch a glimpse of the high-intensity energy from the stands.

After lost year, Kennedy football returns

With a new coach and game plan, John F. Kennedy High School’s once proud football program is poised to return to glory in this Friday’s season opener versus El Cerrito at Contra Costa College.

Prison University at San Quentin Prison

An innovative and in many ways unique educational program is flourishing on the other side of the Richmond-San Rafael bridge, in an institution through which many of Richmond’s sons have cycled over the years.