Posts Tagged ‘profile’
A leap from Richmond to U.C. Berkeley and a helping hand to college-bound youth
Having found his pathway in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics field, UC Berkeley Ph.D. student Robin D. Lopez is now teaching STEM courses to elementary school students during the weekend to bridge the educational gap between the opportunities given to Richmond youth and higher education.
Read MoreInterim Police Chief French aims for permanent job in ‘very male-dominated field’
With the police chief position vacant the current interim police chief Bisa French threw in her hat as a contender for the leading role. French has spent her entire 22-year career at the department and is wants to finish it off on top.
Read MoreFrom drug baron to faith leader: a Richmond redemption
Eleven years ago, Bridget Gaines was driving through North Richmond with her son, and as the police pulled her over, her life was at one of many turning points. She had not slept for days due to smoking crack cocaine. She had been selling heroin that night on 2nd street and had both crack and…
Read MoreMichael Banks: A firefighter for 34 years, a husband for 40
Retiring Richmond Fire Chief Michael Banks has dedicated his life to protecting his home city from fires, and caring for his family. “What’s important is trying to go in and help people,” he said.
Read MoreFathering a team through football
Clyde Byrd is a coach whose focus goes beyond the football field at Kennedy High.
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