LA Unified faces uphill path to reform under new leader
Los Angeles Unified, second largest in the nation, welcomed students amid talks of change from Roy Romer, teacher strikes looming, and a busier push for reform. The district battles overcrowding, credential gaps, and budget strains as it adds 65,000 seats and pursues charter schools to empower principals, teachers, and students.
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Ousted Oklahoma judge seeks case return in Nichols matter
Oklahoma City AP The disqualified state judge Robert M. Murphy Jr demands reinstatement to oversee Terry Nichols pretrial issues. He argues the ouster harms his reputation and claims the extraordinary action is unwarranted. A Supreme Court hearing is set for Thursday with Nichols’ defense seeking Murphy’s reinstatement and prosecutors opposing.
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Clinton Says Hillary Put Career On Hold For Senate Run
President Clinton told a New York fundraiser that he has felt guilty for 25 years that his wife Hillary Rodham Clinton paused her career while he sought office. He said she would have been ready for public service long ago if not for his political path. He spoke after a U N summit with 160 world leaders and noted the fundraiser could net about 615000 for the DSCC.
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Online weight loss support grows into a web of help
In Vancouver Washington 43 year old Dotti Coon runs dottisweightlosstone com aiding thousands to lose weight. Weight Watchers and other groups expand online reach offering chat rooms and message boards. Online support becomes a form of therapy for both users and providers. Participants share stories, recipes, and tips while sites promise privacy and minimal data sharing.
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Judge Extends State Custody For Overweight 3-Year-Old
In Albuquerque a children’s court judge kept Anamarie Martinez Regina in state care while negotiations continue for her return home. Anamarie, 3, weighed 120 pounds and stood 3 1/2 feet tall when removed Aug. 25 amid fears for her health. Judge Tommy Jewell extended a gag order and ruled the parties would work toward home placement, with parents Adela Martinez and Miguel Regina citing medical roots rather than diet.
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