College Hard to Reach for Undocumented Students
Three million high school students across the U.S. are receiving their diplomas this month. About 65,000 of them are in the country illegally, most of them in California. But few of those students go to college. Money is a major hurdle for the roughly 6,000 who do pursue higher education, because they're not eligible for most financial aid. We tell the story of two young women, graduating today, who are trying to get to college.
The Giving State: Tree Swallows Return to Ventura
The tiny tree swallow had all but vanished from Southern California a couple of decades ago. Development and agriculture had pushed the iridescent indigo bird out if its natural habitat. But through the passion of one woman and a small band of volunteers in Ventura County, the bird is back.
Little League Injuries
Parents who want their kids to play sports may see Little League baseball as a safe sport with relatively few injuries. But baseball injuries are on the rise, and drawing concern from parents, coaches and doctors.
On the Road with Scott Shafer
A couple of thousand cyclists are winding their way from San Francisco to Los Angeles as part of an annual bike ride to raise money for AIDS and HIV programs. Now is a critical time to do so, as millions in state funds for testing and prevention programs are on the chopping block. Our own Scott Shafer is pedaling in this year's AIDS Life Cycle ride. The group was rained out in Lompoc, where Scott shares how riders are feeling.
Jazz Review: Red Holloway
Saxophonist Red Holloway is a well-traveled jazz veteran who jammed with Billie Holiday and Lionel Hampton. Though he never achieved the level of fame they did, the Southern California musician has amassed his own impressive discography. Andrew Gilbert reviews Holloway's latest CD, "Go Red Go!"