California’s next governor to face tough choices for education as state budget tightens
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Declining enrollment, special education growth, and COLA adjustments continue to impact district budget discussions across the state.
Technology
California jury finds Meta, Google liable for teen’s mental distress in landmark social media trial
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This case, and others like it, have produced reams of internal documents showing how executives put profits over teens’ mental wellness.California
‘I was hooked’: California lawmakers target gambling addiction in youth
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From loot boxes to sports predictions, boys are betting — and losing — online.California
Complaint says Waymo violated state permit by transporting unaccompanied minors
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Under a 2020 California law, nobody under 18 may travel unaccompanied in a driverless cab.Bay Area
At SF Zoo, horse therapy offers connection, calm during Neurodiversity Celebration Week
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Horse therapy programs help create opportunities for gathering, safety, love, and calm.Bay Area
Seeking more help for students in crisis, Cal State weighs options for after-hours mental health care
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University officials say improving overnight care is a must, citing thousands of after-hours crisis calls.Education
Once given out at USC, this banned, opioid-like product is still cropping up in California
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Products containing kratom leaf, addictive and banned, are still available for sale throughout the state.event
Alameda police boost Crown Beach patrols over unpermitted ‘beach takeover’ parties
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The gatherings are advertised on social media and appear to target young people.Around Town
Alameda County ‘Clean Water’ grants offer up to $6000 for community stewardship programs
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Grants toward preventing stormwater pollution and promoting the health of local watersheds.California
California schools debate how much AI belongs in classrooms
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Experts urge caution, as risks currently outweigh benefits; school community feedback critical in ed tech use, experts say.Bay Area
