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Lawmakers stripped the Board of Equalization of power. Now they’re fighting to join it

California’s Board of Equalization has a quirky history dating back to the 19th Century. It’s a launching pad to statewide political office, too.

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LAUSD celebrates graduating seniors who experienced homelessness

The Los Angeles Unified ceremony honored students who’ve faced 'tremendous' challenges, including housing and financial instability.

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CSU renews contract with OpenAI, meaning three more years of ChatGPT

The deal expands access for students, faculty, staff and recent alumni.

An illustration picture shows ChatGPT artificial intelligence software, which generates humanlike conversation, in February 2023 in Lierde, Belgium. Experts say AI can be incredibly useful for lawyers — they just have to verify their work.

LAUSD board finalizes hundreds of job cuts, previews future reductions

The reduction in force is expected to save the district $90 million.

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Los Angeles Unified projecting budget deficits following May revision

LAUSD, among other districts, has called on the state to help mitigate financial challenges for projects.

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Fewer U.S. citizens in mixed-status families are applying for financial aid, state agency warns

College access advocates say the decline is due to fear of how the Trump administration may use student data and misinformation about available aid.

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California community colleges crack down on fake students stealing financial aid

After hitting a peak last year, California community colleges are seeing fewer cases of financial aid fraud.

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LAUSD students who get real-world job training are also better prepared for college

Career technical pathways provide a leg up — if students complete them.

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California colleges are seeing a rise of conservative voices. Some classes are tense

Turning Point USA continues to grow on CA campuses months after Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Campuses are seeing tensions rise as conservative students become more vocal.

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UCLA just launched a massive AAPI textbook for the TikTok generation. And it's free

The digital project aims to bring overlooked histories to a TikTok generation.

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