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Violent sex crimes against women are on the rise at Las Positas College, according to campus security 2015-2017 Annual Security Report. The federally mandated report stated that there were six cases of violent forcible sex acts on campus in 2017. The year before,…

Two days, a strict 48 hours, to create an idea and bring it to life on the silver screen. The 48 Hour Film Project tests the resolve of Bay Area filmmakers, pitting them against one another for a trophy and a spot…

The threat of street gangs brings to mind thugs with switchblades and violent disputes over territory, but that isn’t the only danger they present. Over the past two years, 32 members of the Bully Boys and CoCo Boys have been arrested. They…

Emily Forschen @Emilyschen A purchase exchange initiated online led to an unidentified student having her purse and several items taken from her at gun point on campus the night of Aug. 22. She escaped without any physical harm and the assailants got away. Roanna Bennie,…

Emily Forschen @Emilyschen The head of the Chabot-Las Positas Community College District is officially out. At the monthly business meeting on Tuesday, the Board of Trustees accepted the resignation of Chancellor Jannett Jackson, effective Aug. 22. Her departure was expected, in May, after the board…

Emily Forschen @Emilyschen “Lost Potential” no more. Las Positas is making a name for itself with its most recent accomplishment. Nearly three-quarters of Las Positas College students complete English requirements in one year. That is the second-highest rate in the state among community colleges. Only…