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ScienceBody disposition can have a major environmental impact. That’s partly why 12 states and counting have legalized human composting in the past five years.
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TransportationTrain passengers up and down California and Oregon say it’s worth keeping Amtrak as a vital lifeline and a nostalgic leisure activity.
California’s undocumented undergrads want on-campus jobs
Business & EconomyCalifornia could lead the nation with a bill that would open up on-campus jobs at public universities and colleges to the state’s 60,000 undocumented students.
OC considers new tap water source: The ocean
Orange CountyAs climate change threatens water supplies, Orange County is exploring turning brackish ocean water (from a natural aquifer) into drinkable tap water.
Son of late ‘Famous Amos’ reflects on dad’s joy and optimism
HistoryThe founder of Famous Amos Cookies, Wallace “Wally” Amos, died this week at age 88.
Condo owners are ‘counting pennies’ as home insurance soars
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LAUSD chief talks cellphone ban, police, test scores
EducationLAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho discusses student achievement, school safety, and cellphone bans in an exclusive interview with KCRW’s Robin Estrin.
VP Harris’ CA background could hurt her presidential bid
PoliticsWith Joe Biden out of the presidential race, the spotlight is on Vice President Kamala Harris. But her track record as CA attorney general may come under fire.