Carla Javier
Former producer and report
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"I think that people with autism are the most extraordinary, sensitive, kind, wonderful human beings I've ever had the privilege to know." - Elaine Hall, founder of The Miracle Project -
In a male-dominated jazz world, this deeply accomplished young woman is making her mark — coast to coast.
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"Everyone was so accepting of me," 16-year-old actor Coby Bird said. "I could sing more. I can be social more. They showed me it's okay to have autism"
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The state budget allowed for a $750,000 increase in grants given to arts programs that work with youth in the justice system.
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STEM has been a buzzword in education for a while, but now, the big thing is STEAM education - adding an ‘A’ for arts. We visit one school that's making the shift.
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If LAUSD and the union can't agree on the contract, union reps may call for a strike in the fall. Any walkout would follow teacher strikes in West Virginia and other states.
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The confidential report details the events that led to the Michael Mejia's release on probation. Critics have questioned why the gang member was back on the street.
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The data also showed an increase in the number of homeless people who were victims of crimes. That all comes as the homeless population in LA continues to grow.
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There can be divisions between residents with dementia and those who live more independently. That's one reason why they get together every week for choir practice.
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A 10-year-old girl suffered major burns after falling into a fire pit at the beach over the weekend. KPCC's Carla Javier went to Newport Beach to find out how common injuries like that are.
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