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California Ramps Up Food Access Efforts — Especially for Older Adults and Those With Disabilities

This article first appeared in the California Health Report. After a series of strokes left 57-year-old Cuc “Patty” Dao disabled, she discovered she was eligible for medically tailored groceries through […]

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California counties must jump through new hoops to get homelessness funds

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration is pressuring local leaders to pass ordinances regulating homeless encampments, among other requirements.

Federal appeals court pauses ruling on student gender identity disclosure in California

An appeals court panel wrote that it was “skeptical” of a lower court ruling that said California policies violate educators’ and parents’ constitutional rights. The pause means that California school policies aimed at protecting students from being “outed” to parents against their will can remain in effect while the case proceeds. Attorneys representing teachers in the case said they plan to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.

California schools inch closer to rescuing mental health funds slashed by Trump

Court ruling forces Trump administration to release grants.

Who’s running for California governor? Here’s a look at the current field of candidates

A few moments of controversy have touched an otherwise sleepy, wide open race to be California’s next governor.

Celebrating a religious or cultural holiday that falls on a school day? Here’s what to know 

For any holiday or observance that falls outside of California's recognized list, it is best to contact your child’s school administration in advance.

California is about to cut power company profits to historic lows. Your bill will barely drop

California utilities regulators are bringing down “return on equity” payments to power company shareholders. It’s the lowest profit margin in 20 years for PG&E and Southern California Edison, but will be hard to notice in your payments.

How schools in San Diego County improved suicide prevention

Schools used $7 million to screen more students for suicide risk.

California’s rural youth struggle alone with mental health. Their peers could learn to help them

Suicide is 50% higher among rural young people than among others in urban or suburban environs. Many also live too far to get counseling.

California officials condemn Trump’s plan to break up Education Department

Trump administration plans to disassemble the U.S. Department of Education despite advocates and state leaders claiming the plan is disruptive, confusing and inefficient.