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Brice Harris: California community colleges face education 'rationing'
Jeff Horwich Nov 5, 2012
Through the recession, community colleges have assumed a heavy burden: Get people ready for jobs at a time of tight employment and tight budgets.
Can a city make money on art?
Shereen Marisol Meraji Nov 1, 2012
Last year's months-long Pacific Standard Time arts event brought almost two million visitors to the city and pumped $280 million into Southern California.
Keeping processed foods free of GMOs nearly impossible
Adriene Hill Oct 22, 2012
Genetically modified crops are so pervasive that food companies that don't use GMO ingredients still have traces in their products.
California climate change law faces legal test
Eve Troeh Oct 16, 2012
Today a 9th Circuit court in San Francisco hears arguments on the legality of California's, first in the nation, low carbon regulation for transport fuel. The case may determine whether California becomes the U.S. leader in climate litigation.
What California can do about record gas prices
Eve Troeh Oct 8, 2012
Not much short of encouraging an oil company to build new refineries. Tough state regulation of auto pollution cuts off California from sources of gas outside the state.
California gas prices hit record high
Jeff Horwich Oct 8, 2012
In California this morning drivers are paying an average $4.66 for a gallon of gas. Governor Jerry Brown has ordered that winter will come early this year -- in the form of so-called "winter blend" gasoline.
California contest tops outside spending in House races
Rachael Marcus Oct 5, 2012
Dan Lungren, Ami Bera battle in targeted race that pits energy against the environment
Crime vexes bankrupt San Bernardino
David Weinberg Oct 4, 2012
San Bernardino is struggling to find its way out of the recession and out of bankruptcy. Crime is one of the biggest problems the city is facing, and there are many competing solutions.
Law against panhandling ruled too harsh
Krissy Clark Sep 28, 2012
An Arcata, California ordinance did not allow non-aggressive requests for money, including signs, in many parts of town. But that all changed when a judge ruled the mandate unconstitutional.
Census data shows wealth and poverty of California cities
Shereen Marisol Meraji Sep 24, 2012
Fresno, California is one of the nation's poorest regions. Just three hours away, San Jose is one of the richest.
