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Many schools — but not all — in the state and around the U.S. already ban phones in class. This requires it now in Indiana.

After the federal government gave San Diego $40 million, advocates want to see a collaborative approach between all levels of government and local service providers to come up with a lasting migrant welcome program.

In a remarkable press conference given the day after her release, Yocheved Lifshitz, 85, described how Hamas descended on her kibbutz near Gaza, tied her up, threw her over a motorcycle and beat her.

A new happiness report finds sharp declines in well-being among adolescents and young adults in the U.S. But the picture is better for people aged 60 and older, marking a striking generational divide.

Slavery is often associated with the South. But in her new book “California: A Slave State,” historian Jean Pfaelzer looks at 250 years of slavery.

More than 5 million college students are also parents. But many colleges do little to support them. Most don't even offer child care.

A momentary loss of propulsion or electricity aboard the massive cargo vessel as it maneuvered in a tight channel in Baltimore may have triggered a cascade of events leading to the bridge collision.

Research suggests the biggest source of pain for children in the health care system is needles. One California doctor says the fear of needles is a serious problem, but proposes some simple solutions.

San Diego Gives & Lakeside's River Park Conservancy - Day of Service Volunteer with us Friday, September 8, 2023, from 8 a.m. till 11 a.m. Come one, come all for a river bed cleanup event at Lakeside's River Park Conservancy! Show your commitment to positive change in San Diego County by volunteering with us September 8 for San Diego Gives Day of Service, a one-day, countywide collective volunteer effort to help support the transformational work of San Diego County nonprofits. We can accomplish great things with the support of volunteers like you. To register for this event, please visit here. For more information, email us or call 619-443-4770. This is an opportunity to enjoy a morning with family and friends helping to take care of our river bed. Careful removal of trash from the San Diego River Bed improves the health of the river ecosystem and all the creatures that depend upon it. Volunteers will bag trash and place items in provided containers T-Shirts will be handed out to all who pre-register and bottled water will be on hand if you forget to bring your own, compliments of United Way. * Families, corporate groups and service groups are welcome * Minors must be accompanied by an adult * Closed-toed shoes and long pants required * Sun protection is highly recommended: hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, etc * Bring a reusable water bottle * Tools and supplies will be provided... BUT... * ... If you have a favorite pair of work gloves, snake gaiters, or 'grabbing' tool to pick up trash, then please feel free to bring them! * Restroom facilities available * Plan for walking on uneven terrain, stooping, and bending We hope to see you here! Connect with Lakeside's River Park Conservancy on Facebook!

The salmon industry, worth about half a billion dollars, is devastated. The culprits: Drought and decades of water diversions and development.