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The plan will include virtual live-streams of classes for students in quarantine.
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Criminal Justice
Sheriff's Capt. Britta Steinbrenner, a 34-year agency veteran, says it's time to end "the good old boys club" at the department.
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Riverside County has approved an emergency notification system for the San Jacinto Mountains that builds upon the work of local amateur radio operators. They often provide critical information during a wildfire, landslide or earthquake.
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Arts and Entertainment
The union that represents the industry's below-the-line workers has been unable to reach a contract with studios and producers, and may vote to strike.
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But doing this will have a major domino effect, requiring other L.A. neighborhoods to be reassigned to new districts.
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The study also found that regardless of party affiliation, recall supporters tend to be populists.
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Barbecue, Brazilian fare, Peruvian cuisine, fancy sandwiches, tacos, ramen, dumplings — they're all represented.
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Here’s what you need to know today: We examine firefighter training in an era of intensifying heat, another local leader launched a bid to be L.A.’s mayor and learn about the history of local Mexican American baseball teams.
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The "Protecting Our Democracy Act" would limit presidential powers and enable Congress to enforce the emoluments clauses.
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Climate and Environment
Dry conditions are expected to continue, along with onshore winds, which could increase fire risks.
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