Education

LA Probation Department News: Second Chances for Justice Involved Youth Through CCPP and Chief P.O. Statement on Supervisors Motionto Appoint Compliance Officer

In lieu of a criminal record, this program offers youth aged 16 to 18 the opportunity to explore education and…

11 months ago

Fossils Teaching San Pedro Youth

Most of California was underwater at one point in history; and marine fossils can be found inland. Olguin shared collections…

12 months ago

How Fox “News” Became the “Greatest Cancer on Democracy”

A torn-apart society at war with itself. Repeated lies from major media outlets erode faith not just in the press,…

12 months ago

LA County Library Hosts Freedom to Read Watch Parties and AI Frontiers Student Summits on Oct.19 & 26

Attendees will examine critical topics such as the impact of artificial intelligence on privacy, misinformation, and human rights, as well…

12 months ago

Rep. Barragán Briefs: Letter Urges Connection of Homeless Children to Federal Early Learning Programs and Bill to Improve Medication Access for Pediatric Cancer Patients Passes House

The provision would reauthorize the FDA priority review voucher program to incentivize pharmaceutical companies to develop new drugs for children…

1 year ago

California Briefs: Financial Aid Extended to Community College Students Without Diplomas; Fast-Food Minimum Wage Hike Seen as Triple Win

Wages increased by 18%: For 90% of non-managerial workers, wages increased by 18%, representing a meaningful bump for workers who…

1 year ago

Supervisor Solis Awards Over $800K to Latino-Serving Organizations During Hispanic Heritage Month

The Community Grants Program helps develop and support organizations that meet the diverse needs of First District residents in such…

1 year ago

Gov. Newsom Proclaims Native American Day

The Governor also signed AB 1821 by Assemblymember James C. Ramos (D-Highland), which will require elementary through high school education…

1 year ago

County Invests $26.3 Million in High Road Training Partnerships for Regional Recovery and Mobility

HRTPs are partnerships that identify an industry need, lift worker voice, and deploy an employer-driven curriculum and training solution, often…

1 year ago

Gov. Newsom Signs Legislation to Limit the Use of Smartphones During School Hours

In 2019, Gov. Newsom signed AB 272 (Muratsuchi) into law, which specified that school districts have the authority to regulate…

1 year ago