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Culture

Washington Elementary students need microphones to talk

By Kelsey Lynne | May 10, 2011

Students at Washington Elementary School have to take turns using wireless microphones to be heard over the continuous noise from airplanes from the nearby San Jose International Airport.

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Young people define a healthy future for Boyle Heights

By Jasmine Mara | May 4, 2011

New community collaborations in Los Angeles are giving young people a leading role in improving their communities.

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