April Dembosky
Stories
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What California's lower cannabis tax will mean for the programs that get the revenue
California just lowered its cannabis tax from 19% to 15%, to keep people buying on the legal market. But youth groups and drug-prevention programs that get much of that tax revenue are concerned.
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Two years ago, California allowed courts to order people into mental health treatment
Two years ago, California launched an experiment that lets judges order people with psychotic illness into care. Some counties are emphasizing something else the law enabled: "relentless outreach."
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Bird flu safety measures leave 4H kids in California without real chickens
In California, the state veterinarian banned chicken shows to limit the spread of bird flu. That left county fairs across the state devoid of chickens — and their 7-year-old 4H caretakers despondent.
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San Francisco Giants a sports leader in providing players mental health resources
Pro athletes are increasingly speaking out about mental health challenges. In baseball, the San Francisco Giants have emerged as a leader in setting up mental health resources for their players.