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Across the state, schools, universities condemn anti-Asian attacks, offer support to students
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Racism against Asian Americans has always existed, especially in California, but increased a year ago as former President Donald Trump falsely blamed the covid-19 epidemic on China.Featured in Category
California community colleges to offer limited expansion of fall in-person classes, chancellor says
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Many courses are likely to be offered in a hybrid mode or remotely, with the final decision for each college shaped by what state and local health officials say is possible.Arts & Entertainment
Novelist recreates 1906 quake and fire with riveting realism
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San Francisco author Carol Edgarian's new novel charts the struggles of a doubt-ridden but defiantly plucky 15-year-old in a quake- and fire-ravaged city.Arts & Entertainment
Sonoma International Film Festival: vineyards, childhood, and family
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More than 100 movies and shorts, plus a cooking demonstration and wine tasting in the five-day festival.California
So you’re vaccinated against covid. Now what? Celebrate, but with caution
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Despite an unsteady vaccination rollout nationwide, inoculation numbers are growing, giving hope that the pandemic could subside by later this year. But first, enough Americans need to get their shots.Bay Area
Mills College announces plan to close, triggering debate about other schools’ futures
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Some experts predict no college closure trend, but others say the pandemic will hasten small colleges’ deaths.California
How the pandemic changed higher education in California
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Most changes are here to stay, with disability advocates, among others, welcoming more diverse learning formats, including online and recorded lectures, and a deeper focus on student mental health.Around Town
Scouts recognize Sue Smegal with Silver Beaver award
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Dedicated volunteer has served Piedmont BSA for decades.Family & Kids
