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UC promises students a fall 2021 return to campus
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Per Monday's announcement from UC officials, further details on reopening plans will come from each individual campus.California
California governor takes steps toward expanding transitional kindergarten
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Gov. Gavin Newsom's budget plan, released Friday, includes some $650 million in funding for child development and early education.College
As Trump supporters stormed Capitol, students watched history unfold in real time
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School and college students watched mob storm the Capitol from their devices and classrooms, giving many an opportunity to discuss and reflect on the mayhem in real time with peers and educators.Arts & Entertainment
Black San Quentin artists provoke questions about the criminal justice system
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Curator of a new digital exhibition of art by San Quentin inmates says the creative work lets the artists turn their "most painful experiences into something beautiful."Bay Area
Rife with infighting, Oakland community college district at risk of losing local control
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In the last two years, three chancellors have left the district, home to four East Bay colleges, after conflicts with board leadership.Bay Area
Oakland educators renew campaign to help immigrant families through COVID crisis
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Donors can pledge or donate at a website created by Oakland educators in April and that aims to galvanize community support for underserved families.Arts & Entertainment
Pass the Remote: A virtual trip to Sundance, free film events, and more
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There are a number of virtual events with strong regional connections, some of which will be part of this year’s Sundance Film Festival.Arts & Entertainment
Best Bets: Quarantine tunes to kick off 2021
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From classical to jazz to folk, here are some highlights to add to your playlist.Arts & Entertainment
