California
Education
Special ed and high-needs students get windfall in budget deal
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A historic boost in state funding will allow educators to make investments in high needs students, special education, and early childhood education.Nonprofit
Nonprofit with Oakland roots keeps the beat with Hip-Hop Therapy
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Beats Rhymes and Life offers a multifaceted framework for helping youth confirm and address their trauma through procuring, analyzing and, eventually, performing hip-hop music.California
Five things to know about Newsom’s budget deal with Legislature
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The governor and legislative leaders on Monday reached a spending agreement that addresses the COVID-19 economic crisis -- and, perhaps, will help Newsom defeat a recall campaign.Bay Area
Eviction moratorium gets reprieve as part of state’s larger housing relief plan
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The new tenant protections extend the eviction moratorium until Sept. 30 and provide "anyone impacted by COVID-19" with 100 percent of back rent from April 2020, including water and electricity.California
California is paying itself for Newsom vaccine lottery
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As part of its lottery program, California will pay out at least $116.5 million in prizes — including $1.5 million each to 10 individuals.California
Grading changes, other Covid accommodations await Gov. Newsom’s signature
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An extra year in high school, a Pass or No Pass option and minimum graduation requirements would help undo damage from the pandemic.California
The pandemic cost transfer students vital time on campus: Some want it back
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Students lost out on internships, research opportunities, chances to work closely with renowned faculty, and even travel abroad.Around Town
Piedmont hits vaccine milestone
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The city has seen a high rate of vaccination since the first shots were available.Business & Finance
