Santa Cruz County’s 65-84 age bracket grew by 81% between 2010 and 2020, according to Census data, and whether it’s…
Vanessa Arredondo
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California lawmakers consider banning ‘willful defiance’ suspensions from schools
Under legislation sponsored by state Sen. Nancy Skinner, schools would not be able to suspend students for nonviolent acts such as ignoring the teacher, talking back or disrupting the class.
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California’s shortage of diverse teachers is hurting students, educators say
Teachers, advocates and education policy experts met in Sacramento this week for the #CABuildingBridges Summit to discuss how to recruit and retain teachers of color in California
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Now a powerhouse, California’s Latino lawmakers face pressure to broaden political priorities
Now an established force in the Legislature, the Democratic Latinos are facing pressure to refocus their priorities.
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California bill would require all public high schools to hand out free condoms
The California legislation aims to reduce pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections, which disproportionately affect youth of color.
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Black Friday brings out inflation-scarred shoppers scouring for bargains
Black Friday crowds were expected to be bigger this year as shoppers hunt for deals. But holiday spending could be muted as consumers struggle with inflation.