California schools deal with chronic absenteeism
School’s back in session, but not every student is showing up. That’s why Child Welfare Attendance Department officers have been making home visits…
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California woman donates to family living in Maui
“I figured, what could West Sac do for Maui and let me just get the word out there?” Christina Ramirez…
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Firehouse Subs gives back to local first responders
Yuma’s Firehouse Subs was asking for water donations in exchange for a free sub sandwich for the “H2O for Heroes” event. The occasion brought in…
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California authorities send canine task force to help Maui recovery efforts
“We wanna get to work. We wanna see how many people can help out out there. Bring closer to those family members and, and with the support of these…
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Oprah Winfrey visits Hawaiian shelter, expresses concerns
Winfrey is a part-time resident of Maui and says her biggest concern is getting much needed resources to those who have been affected by the…
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Utah group collects donations for Maui residents
In Utah, one group, members of the Pacific Islander Initiative at Utah Valley University (UVU), held a donation drive to collect nonperishable foods,…
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Las Vegas community shows support for Maui residents
Las Vegas residents are stepping up in big ways to show their support for Maui residents, with some people having special ties and memories to…
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Local dance studio holds fundraiser to perform at Disneyland and NYC
Glam Dance Studio says the event, which started at 10:00am, is to raise funds for their Gems Dancers to perform at Disneyland and New York…
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Virginia man recycles used Dunkin’ Donuts coffee grounds to help environment
The coffee grounds from Dunkin’ Donuts were going straight into the trash until one man had the idea to recycle them. Now, they’re being used in…
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Summer camp in California gives Jewish children of color a haven to be different together
One camper, from Oakland, California, has a white Jewish mother and a father who is Black and Muslim. Another was adopted in Uganda by a white Jewish…
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Wisconsin school holds sunflower fundraiser for Toys for Tots
For its fourth year running, Auburndale High School is back with acres of sunflowers for anyone to enjoy, all while supporting a chilly-season…
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School district in California rolls out electric school buses
Modesto City Schools is turning from yellow to green for the new school year, revamping the average school…
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AEA Federal Credit Union donates to Hospice of Yuma
According to a press release, the donation was raised through the Employee Jeans Giver Program during 2023’s second…
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Firehouse Subs hosts H2O for Heroes, donated to first responders
The restaurant chain is asking the community to bring unopened 24-packs of bottled water. In return, those who attend will receive a complimentary…
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H2O for Heroes fundraiser accepting water donations on Saturday
A local restaurant will be accepting water donations this coming Saturday in exchange for a medium sub…
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World day against human trafficking
The non-profit organization, “Our Freedom,” hosted a caravan all over Brawley to mark the United Nations World Day against human…
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Fox 9 and Telemundo 3 backpack giveaway
Fox 9, Telemundo 3, and Karnas Law Firm gave back to the community on…
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Fox 9 and Telemundo 3 backpack giveaway
Fox 9 and Telemundo 3 are teaming up with a local law firm to help families get free school…
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Inclusive playground coming to McGraw Elementary
McGraw Elementary School will soon add an inclusive…
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Brown Bag Coalition trains volunteers on extreme heat water runsÂ
Maribel Padilla is the co-founder of Brown Bag Coalition and is planning on retiring from active water runs but would like to have the new generation…
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