California
California is still debating ethnic studies in public education. Can the state finally get it right?
California educators from elementary school through college are debating anew how best to teach ethnic studies after more than a year of controversy and wrangling.
Video visits rolling out at five California state prisons
Five California state prisons are introducing video visitation programs as in-person visits remain suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
One year after a pledge died, San Diego State struggles to control its fraternities
A year ago, a 19-year-old student died. Documents show nearly 40% of San Diego State’s Greek system came under investigation from 2014 through 2019.
L.A. police union spurns City Hall’s request to meet on the budget crisis
The union that represents Los Angeles police officers said it has no intention of meeting with city negotiators to discuss the ongoing budget crisis.
This California inmate fought the state’s wildfires. Now he faces deportation
Some California lawmakers are calling on Gov. Gavin Newsom to stop cooperating with federal immigration authorities seeking to deport state prison inmates.
Company Town
Sparring actors’ unions reach deal over live theater productions during pandemic
After a public feud over which union had jurisdiction over broadcast or streamed live theatrical performances, Actors’ Equity and SAG-AFTRA reached an agreement that runs through December 2021.
Orange County officials cry foul after state imposes sweeping COVID-19 restrictions
County supervisors took Gov. Gavin Newsom and his administration to task for the recent reclassification that sent the county into the state’s most restrictive reopening tier.
State issues coronavirus safety fine to Farmer John plant in Vernon
State officials said the company and its temporary staffing agency failed to provide PPE, require physical distancing or train employees in ways to avoid infection.
Sports
Clemson vs. Florida State postponed because of coronavirus concerns
The ACC showdown between Clemson and Florida State was postponed hours before kickoff Saturday because of coronavirus concerns.
After winning Prop. 22, Lyft president says he still wants a deal with unions
Lyft president says he wants to settle a dispute with labor unions after companies win a battle to allow workers to remain independent contractors.