Wednesday, January 7, 2009

California

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California Law Targets Cyberbullying

Students may be suspended or expelled for harassing their peers. more >>

Meg Whitman for California Governor?

An associate says Whitman is preparing to run for governor. more >>

California Political Leaders Unsure of Panetta for CIA

Sen. Dianne Feinstein criticized Panetta's lack of experience. more >>

California May Ban Big Screen TVs

The state may force retailers to sell only energy-efficient models by 2011. more >>

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger Hides From Bad California State Budget News

He can hide, but he can't run again. more >>

No More Texting While Driving for California Drivers

Starting January 1, drivers in California will have to put down their cellphones. more >>

8th-Grade Algebra Requirement in California Gets Sidelined

A judge says the state board of education acted without public input. more >>

Rick Warren's Surprisingly Low-Profile Role in Proposition 8

It turns out that the popular preacher has his critics inside the evangelical community, too. more >>

California Attorney General Jerry Brown Asks Court to Overturn Prop 8

Supporters were dismayed when Brown reversed his position on banning same-sex marriage. more >>

With Shortfall Mounting, California Budget Deal Is Stymied, Again

Democrats railroaded through a budget package, but Schwarzenegger said he would veto it. more >>

States Eye Higher Taxes on Beer, Wine, and Liquor

But raising the price of booze draws a strong backlash from the industry and some consumers. more >>

Police Investigate Cal Poly Student's Death as Hazing Incident

The freshman was a pledge at Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. more >>

Poll: Black Voters Not Responsible for Passage of Same-Sex Marriage Ban in California

A new poll found that socioeconomic status played more of a role than race. more >>

How to Solve Our Problem With Math

Three top schools in Los Angeles use different strategies to help students score in math and science. more >>

Cal Poly Freshman Dead After Fraternity Party

Police still investigating role of alcohol in death more >>

California Struggles as President-Elect Obama Promises Aid to States

State legislatures across the country are facing budget shortfalls. more >>

Gay Marriage in California—the State Supreme Court Weighs In

How should the California high court rule on the same-sex marriage ban? more >>

America's Best Leaders: Michael Tilson Thomas, San Francisco Symphony

A maverick maestro is winning big crowds of new classical music fans. more >>

California Supreme Court to Hear Challenges to Same-Sex-Marriage Ban

Proposition 8 called for a constitutional amendment to ban same-sex marriage in the state. more >>

Police Say Student Bonfire Caused Part of California Wildfire

Students thought they had put out fire, but high winds turned embers into destructive blaze. more >>

UCLA to Discuss Cost-Cutting in Admissions

Transfers from four-year colleges could be out, while non-Californians might help the school's budget. more >>

Same-Sex Marriage Likely Headed to Courts in California

Jerry Brown, the state attorney general, filed a brief saying the matter merited the court’s attention. more >>

Wildfires Scorch Westmont College

At least five buildings, including a dorm, have been severely damaged or destroyed. more >>

As Connecticut Allows Same-Sex Marriage, the Debate Continues in California

The Connecticut Supreme Court ruled that gays and lesbians have the right to marry. more >>

California State System May Turn Eligible Students Away

The system faces a $66.3 million state budget cut and might restrict enrollment for the first time. more >>

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