States’ special education complaints are up by almost 50%, survey says
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Anyone, including parents and community members, can file a written state complaint, which triggers a state-led investigation.
Health Matters
Rejuvenation science: Rewinding biological clock works for mice, not yet for humans
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A study marks a turning point for longevity research.Bay Area
Drive to double Berkeley ‘soda tax’ to 2 cents heads to November ballot
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A projected $2.2 million brought in by the higher tax would go toward public education programs and grants in Berkeley.Arts & Entertainment
East Bay Innovations celebrates Disability Pride Month with summer crafts fair fundraiser on July 18
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EBI provides personalized support so individuals with disabilities can live in their homes, work jobs of their choosing, and participate in all aspects of the community.California
California school districts seek money, changes to social media apps in lawsuits
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L.A. Unified and other school districts are suing companies like Meta, Google, and TikTok for platforms they say are "addictive" for children.California
Gavin Newsom signs law limiting mental health diversion for people accused of crimes
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A new law gives judges more flexibility to keep defendants in jail rather than releasing them to community-based mental health treatment programs.Featured in Category
Worried about your aging parents? Welcome to the caregiving club
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Being a caregiver can start long before you go to a medical appointment with a loved one or move your parents into your house.Technology
Your medical provider might be recording your mental health care visits
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Mental health professionals at Kaiser say an artificial intelligence tool that records medical appointments should have more safeguards.News
Carol Menz receives Wellness Center’s annual Brooke Zimmerman Award
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The award is presented to an exceptional advocate for student mental health; Menz is a district nurse for PUSD.Lifestyle
Bay Area 100 ultramarathon race to honor local teachers/runners
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Inaugural event taking place on June 13 will recognize two Piedmont and two Oakland educators.Bay Area
