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Why California schools are returning some of the $1 billion set aside for arts education
Students may miss out on new art and music classes as California school districts return unspent Proposition 28 funding due to hiring challenges.
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MouthPad lets users control computers with their tongues — but access is limited
Augmental's MouthPad is now available in the US, offering hands-free computer control for users with limited mobility.
Education
What California’s SB 1133 could mean for school health education
Students could learn about sleep, nutrition, and screen time under SB 1133, a bill to update California's school health education framework.
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Big Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after more than three weeks of intensive care
The Ojai Raptor Center reported California bald eagle Jackie died Aug. 10 after three weeks of intensive care following her July rescue.
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Jackie the Big Bear bald eagle remains in critical condition as anemia worsens
Ojai Raptor Center reports California bald eagle Jackie remains in critical condition after her blood cell volume fell to 13% in late July.
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California Schools Face New All-Gender Restroom Requirement Under SB 760
California school districts must provide an accessible all-gender restroom on every K-12 campus under SB 760.
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Why $10 million mattered for Moon Camp near Jackie and Shadow’s nest
Friends of Big Bear Valley raised $10.5M to buy the 62-acre Moon Camp property on Big Bear Lake, California, blocking a proposed housing project.
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What Jackie the Big Bear eagle’s blood transfusion means as vets search for the cause
Jackie, the Big Bear bald eagle, received a blood transfusion at the Ojai Raptor Center in California as veterinarians search for her illness.
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Black bear walks into Crestline water district office, then leaves unharmed
A black bear entered the Crestline Village Water District office on Wednesday before calmly returning to the woods, surveillance video shows.
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Special tomato-soy drink lowered inflammation markers in a small study. What that means.
An Ohio State study found a special tomato-soy drink lowered some inflammation markers in a small trial of adults with obesity.
Arts and Entertainment
Terrible’s reopens Primm Valley Casino with no resort fees. Here’s what changed
Terrible's reopened Primm Valley Casino on July 22, restoring hotel rooms, gaming, and a sportsbook with no resort fees on the I-15 border.
Health
Why a brain tumor found on a preventive scan has full-body MRIs back in the spotlight
A preventive scan finding a brain tumor has renewed interest in full-body MRIs, but medical groups caution healthy adults against the scans.
Education
Education Department finalizes rule that can cut federal aid to low-earning college programs
Students in low-earning college programs could lose access to federal loans and Pell Grants under the new STATS accountability rule.
Business and Finance
Why KFC Dropped ‘Kentucky Fried Chicken’ — and the Myths That Won’t Die
Fast-food giant KFC rebranded from Kentucky Fried Chicken in 1991 to update its image, debunking persistent myths about the name change.
Education
Why UC is reconsidering SAT and ACT scores for admissions, and what it could mean for California students
California students could see the return of SAT or ACT requirements by fall 2028 as the University of California reviews its admissions policy.
Transportation
Why airlines say changing daylight saving time would ripple through global schedules
Airlines for America warns that changing daylight saving time would disrupt global flight schedules, affecting Europe-North America routes.
Arts and Entertainment
2026 OC Fair opens in Costa Mesa with rides, food and live entertainment
The 2026 OC Fair is open at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa through August 16, featuring rides, food, and live…
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Source says California investigation tied to Newsom began under Biden, before Trump accusation
A federal corruption probe in Sacramento tied to Gov. Gavin Newsom's orbit began under the Biden administration, a federal source says.
Crime and Justice
Newport Beach police arrest 402 during Fourth of July celebrations
Newport Beach police arrested 402 people during Fourth of July celebrations after declaring an unlawful assembly on the Balboa Peninsula.
Crime and Justice
Paul Pelosi hit-and-run case referred to Napa County prosecutors
Napa County deputies referred a hit-and-run case involving Paul Pelosi in Yountville to prosecutors after his car struck a parked vehicle.
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Official Senate records still list Lindsey Graham as South Carolina senator
South Carolina constituents see Lindsey Graham listed as their senior senator in official records detailing his active committee assignments.
Politics
California law closes DIY machine gun loophole as Justice Department sues to block it
Californians can no longer buy handguns easily converted to machine guns under AB 1127, which the Justice Department is suing to block.
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Escondido HOA orders flag mounts removed, setting off dispute with homeowners
Escondido residents face fines after the Ambiance Owners Association ordered them to remove American flag mounts from their homes.
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Panasonic recalls 11,480 toaster ovens in U.S., 2,184 in Canada over shock and fire risk
Panasonic is recalling 11,480 toaster ovens sold in the U.S. from October 2024 to April 2026 due to shock and fire hazards from faulty…
Business and Finance
Walmart, Sam’s Club cut prices on thousands of items as summer shoppers get relief and Trump claims credit
Walmart and Sam's Club are lowering prices on thousands of summer items nationwide, a move Donald Trump claims came at his request.
Business and Finance
Florida tattoo shop says it will turn away military members and veterans after anti-service post sparks backlash
Florida's Revival Tattoo Collective faces backlash after announcing on June 23 that it will turn away active-duty military members and veterans.
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Michigan health officials say lettuce is the lead suspect in cyclosporiasis outbreak under review for possible Taco Bell link
Michigan health officials say lettuce is the leading suspect in a cyclosporiasis outbreak being investigated for a potential Taco Bell link.
Health
What your resting heart rate can tell you about your health
Health experts explain what a high resting heart rate means, when tachycardia requires medical attention, and how to check your pulse.
Health
San Bernardino County reports West Nile virus in mosquitoes collected in city of San Bernardino
San Bernardino County health officials say mosquitoes collected in the city of San Bernardino have tested positive for West Nile virus.
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BLM approves 50-year Mojave pipeline right-of-way, advancing desert water fight
The BLM approved a 50-year permit for Cadiz Inc. to pipe up to 50,000 acre-feet of groundwater annually from the Mojave Desert Fenner Basin.
Food and Dining
Costco rolls out chicken strips at California food courts
Costco food courts in California, including Santa Rosa and Concord, added a new $6.99 chicken strips menu item in July.