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Richmond's Kennedy High awaits test results ahead of first day of school
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ginger Conejero Saab , as published by NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Students are set to return to classes soon, but it's unclear where they will start.
In the Richmond area, a school's upcoming year is uncertain. Students are set to return to classes soon, but it's unclear where they will start. This uncertainty follows the discovery of a toxic substance in the soil.
Officials are working to find the source of the contamination and are doing more testing. The school district is planning to hold meetings to address questions from students and their families, with more information expected to be shared soon.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In the Richmond area, a school's upcoming year is uncertain. Students are set to return to classes soon, but it's unclear where they will start. This uncertainty follows the discovery of a toxic…
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