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L.A. bomb threats: Two threats, two very different responses

Bomb threats made against Cal State L.A. and 'Cal State Berkeley' (presumably UC-Berkeley) prompted the L.A. campus to evacuate while Berkeley conducted quiet searches.
Texas DA death suggests simmering neo-Nazi war could be boiling over

The Texas DA killed Saturday was the second Kaufman County prosecutor killed this year. A notorious neo-Nazi prison gang recently vowed to target Texas law enforcement.
Modern Parenthood iPads and YouTube: Are digital tools in classrooms a student asset or distraction?

Tablets and cell phones in the classroom could be changing students' attention spans, but long-term studies have yet to prove the two are linked.
How tougher classes in high school can help kids make it through college

Some 40 percent of students are failing to graduate from college in six years. A study calls for higher-quality college prep, with more advanced math, advanced placement classes, and better advising.
The Reformed Broker The benevolence of up-markets

Good vibrations in the market, especially those emanating from the third quarter of this year, go a long way toward solving lots of outstanding issues in a very benign and gentle way, Brown writes.
Gun, ammunition, Chick-fil-A? A shooting suspect's unusual profile. (+video)

The suspect in the shooting at a conservative group's office is described as a supporter of gay rights who had Chick-fil-A sandwiches in his bag. The FBI is investigating the attack as a possible hate crime.
Florida A&M hazing charges underscore larger problem

More and more, hazing has moved from a private matter for universities to a public matter for prosecutors. Thirteen were charged in the latest scandal, where a Florida A&M drum major died after being beaten by bandmates.
California colleges consider asking applicants: Are you gay?

The University of California system is considering asking about applicants' sexual orientation. Gay-rights groups applaud the move, but others are worried about student privacy.
Billy Crystal in blackface: Are the Academy Awards out of touch on race?

Many African-Americans were, at best, rubbed the wrong way by the Academy Awards telecast. The performance by Billy Crystal was just one of the complaints.
Antiabortion activist plans graphic ad for Super Bowl. Can station refuse?

The FCC is expected to rule on whether an NBC affiliate in Chicago must run a graphic ad during the Super Bowl by antiabortion activist Randall Terry, who has declared himself a candidate for president.
Terrorism & Security Syria pipeline explodes as Arab League mission limps on

The government blamed a Syria pipeline explosion today on 'terrorists.' Meanwhile, concerns mount that the Arab League mission to Syria won't stop the fighting.
Did Berkeley's 'racist' bake sale go too far?

College Republicans at the University of California in Berkeley held a bake sale that priced baked goods at different prices for different ethnicities. Was it effective satire or over the top?
09/28/2011 08:18 pm
Dream Act: California embraces anti-Arizona role on illegal immigration

The California Senate passed its version of the Dream Act this week, setting itself up as a leader among states addressing illegal immigration with greater sympathy.
09/01/2011 06:47 pm
Opinion The beatings will continue until teacher morale improves

Teachers are facing unrivaled criticism from all sides. The education reform movement has targeted them as the culprits behind failing schools. This culture of disrespect, little support, and unrelenting demands takes a toll on teachers – and on our students.
04/06/2011 12:45 pm
California budget deal collapse: Did state GOP blow a huge opportunity?

Gov. Jerry Brown needed four GOP votes to advance his California budget plan. The fact that talks failed without Republicans winning any concessions may come back to bite them.
03/31/2011 07:53 pm
Blunt and stingy, Jerry Brown suits California just fine this time around

Jerry Brown grated on many Californians when he was governor three decades ago, but his style seems to fit the state's mood well now, as he 'is making frugal fashionable, finally.'
02/17/2011 05:30 pm
American Renaissance: Was Jared Lee Loughner tied to anti-immigrant group?

A Department of Homeland Security memo suggests a 'possible link' between Jared Lee Loughner, the suspect in the attack on Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, and American Renaissance, an 'anti-government' journal.
01/09/2011 03:56 pm
Robert Reich American education under attack

Budget pressures at the state and federal level have led to slashed education programs and rising tuition at state universities.
12/23/2010 09:30 am
California budget: Voters approve measure to ease a chronic crisis

California budget woes are legendary. This year the state budget was 100 days late. Passage of Prop. 25 seeks to avoid future such crises by dropping a crippling two-thirds vote requirement.
11/05/2010 06:08 pm
Highlights from Brown, Whitman debate for California governor

In their second face-to-face debate, Republican Meg Whitman and Democrat Jerry Brown covered a range of issues, including immigration, health care, and education. The race is too close to call.
10/03/2010 10:58 am
Why Whitman and Brown are deadlocked in California governor's race

The latest poll of the California governor's race shows Republican Meg Whitman and Democrat Jerry Brown tied at 41 percent. Many voters remain undecided, so upcoming debates will be crucial.
09/23/2010 09:36 pm
Meg Whitman spends big in California but still trails Brown

Former eBay CEO Meg Whitman has spent $104 million on her California gubernatorial bid but trails Jerry Brown by three points. Will she be the next wealthy politician to fail at the polls?
08/25/2010 09:27 pm
Global News Blog In Tehran, Afghan refugee children find joy and dignity in theater [video]

In the recent documentary 'No Lips, No Laughter,' a young Iranian-American filmmaker portrays seven Afghan refugee children who – with few resources other than their own creativity – stage a play about a man who discovers true happiness comes from within.
07/20/2010 03:29 pm
The Vote Sarah Palin leads the GOP presidential pack for 2012

It’s more than two years away and we’re all enjoying summer, so what better time to talk about the Republican nominee for President in 2012? 'Are you crazy??' we hear you asking.
07/17/2010 12:35 pm
University of California considers online bachelor's degree

The University of California hopes to become the country's first top-tier research institution to offer a bachelor’s degree over the Internet that is comparable in quality to its campus program.
07/16/2010 04:52 pm