James Earl Jones, voice of King Lear and Darth Vader, dies
Oscar-nominated actor James Earl Jones, who stuttered as a child and later became one of America's most recognizable and articulate…
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California lawmakers approve restrictions on school phones
At Dymally High School in South Los Angeles, test scores have improved slightly, fights have decreased and teachers are better…
The ban on using mobile phones in schools should also apply to teachers
August 21, 2024 3 am Pacific Time To the editor: Let’s face it: While it’s a good idea to ban…
Editorial: Yes, more schools should ban students' cell phones
This year's most popular back-to-school trend is one that most students won't be happy about: the ban on cell phones.…
Many high school students cannot read. Is the solution to teach reading in all classes?
Like many high school chemistry teachers, Angie Hackman said she teaches students about atoms, matter and how they “influence the…
Democrats show support for California's anti-crime measure Proposition 36
SACRAMENTO — San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan and other local Democratic leaders on Wednesday announced their support for Proposition 36,…
Hiroyuki Sanada: a master of his craft
Hiroyuki Sanada, a first-time Emmy nominee for his nuanced portrayal of the strategic and cunning Lord Toranaga in “Shōgun,” is…
Editorial: Too many children return to schools without air conditioning
As the Los Angeles Unified School District prepares for the first day of school on Monday, it’s unclear whether students…
Editorial: Can't Huntington Beach leave transgender kids alone?
Less than 2% of American teens identify as transgender. It would be safe to assume that many of them tell…
New real estate commission rules could change the cost of buying a home
For decades, if you wanted a real estate agent to help you buy or sell a home, the model was…