Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Voters ready to decide on amendments

Although the Florida Supreme Court has removed three of the most contentious constitutional amendments from next month's election, Floridians will still get to decide a half dozen ballot issues, ranging from a ...

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Liu right choice for 21st District

Liu right choice for 21st District

IT'S a pleasure to be able to endorse the candidacy of Carol Liu of La Ca ada Flintridge for state senator in the 21st District.


Getting a head start on college

Getting a head start on college
The University of Massachusetts at Boston instructor scribbled algebraic equations on the blackboard at a breakneck pace, a blur of variables and exponents. As the chalk flew, three students in the class took notes just as furiously, filling page after page in their college-ruled notebooks.

Dorsey High rejects aid from Riordan group

Dorsey High rejects aid from Riordan group
L.A. Unified officials say former mayor's effort lacked campus support but say it could yet be welcomed elsewhere.

A yearlong effort by former Mayor Richard Riordan to lead reforms at storied Dorsey High School was met Tuesday with a clear answer: Thanks but no thanks.