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Education

LA Unified District Families Can Now Sign Up For Summer School 2023

Whether your child wants to learn guitar online or needs a little extra help reading, it’s time to sign up for summer school in Los Angeles Unified.

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Health

U.S. Appeals Court Preserves Partial Access To Abortion Pill, But With Tighter Rules

The Biden administration had asked the higher court to stay a decision from a Texas judge while the appeal plays out.

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Housing & Homelessness

California Cities Are Cracking Down On Homeless Camps. Will The State Get Tougher, Too?

Democratic voters in California cities are pushing mayors and city councils to clear homeless camps. Leaders are responding with new ordinances, from Sacramento to San Diego.

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Climate & Environment

Record Snowpack Doesn't Mean End Of Water Rules

Snowpack in the eastern Sierra has broken the record set in 1969, but L.A. says it will maintain current watering restrictions, at least for now.

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Housing & Homelessness

Have Questions About Renting In LA? Watch This To Learn More

Join LAist reporters and a panel of experts to get answers to frequently asked questions about the latest renter rules in L.A. County.

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Health

The Rate Of Older Californians Dying Of Malnutrition Has Accelerated

The number of deaths attributed to malnutrition more than doubled from 2018 through 2022, according to preliminary death certificate data. The large majority of malnutrition deaths occur among Californians 85 and older.

Sen. Dianne Feinstein has been receiving treatment for shingles in California, keeping her from returning to Washington. She's seen here in the U.S. Capitol Building in February — the last month in which she cast a Senate vote.

Civics & Democracy

Democratic Leaders Move To Replace Feinstein Temporarily On Judiciary Committee As Calls Grow for Her To Resign

The move could help Senate Democrats advance more federal judges for confirmation. Feinstein, the oldest member of Congress, hasn't cast a vote since Feb. 16.

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Essays

After My First Visit To Mexico, I’m Embracing Being Pocho

Even though I’m not technically Mexican American on paper, I had to face the fact that I was Americanized more than anything. It was a hard realization for me as a DACA recipient.

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News

Goodbye Fuzzy Donut: The Famous First Black Hole Photo Gets Sharpened Up

Scientists have created a new version of a historic black hole image that was first unveiled back in 2019. The central black nothingness now looks larger and darker.

Health

Proposed California Bill Would Make It Easier To Involuntarily Detain People In Mental Health Crises

If Senate Bill 43 passes, its supporters say it could prevent those in psychological distress from causing harm to themselves and others, as well as help keep them out of prison. Critics worry it might discourage people who really need treatment from seeking it.

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Arts & Entertainment

Sitting Down With A Legendary ‘90s K-Pop Idol: Danny Im From 1TYM

When 1TYM — pronounced “one time” — debuted in South Korea in 1998, the members had no idea they would become one of the first K-pop groups from YG Entertainment to make it big.

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Arts & Entertainment

Best Things To Do This Weekend In Los Angeles And SoCal: April 14 - 16

Even if you’re not heading out to the desert, there’s plenty to do in SoCal this weekend. Get revved up for the Grand Prix of Long Beach. Spend an easy morning at Grand Park. Hit the open streets at CicLAvia. Test your endurance at a 16mm sci-fi marathon.

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