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Poll: Ethnic Voters Will Likely Defeat Marijuana Legalization
Latest poll shows ethnic voters will help defeat Prop. 19, the marijuana legalization bill, and split on Prop. 23, the clean energy bill.
Seed Lady Sows Hopes for New Community Garden in Watts
Anna Marie Carter has pockets full of varieties ready to go as the Watts Labor Community Action Committee (WLCAC) works to clear land for 124 plots, with number of them expected to be open this fall.
A Road Map for Recycling
Another Earth Day has come and gone, but here's a reminder of some convenient ways to make caring about the environment a year-round commitment.
Report: California's Climate Law Healthy for Ethnic Populations
Communities of color bear disproportionate burden on emissions from industrial sources, according to the report, which comes as some oil industry players seek to reverse state law that mandates reductions in green-house gases...
Molina Names Former CRA/LA Chief Estolano 'Woman of the Year' in 1st Supervisorial District
County supervisor lauds her efforts on 'green' economic development and focus on under-served communities during three-year stint at city redevelopment agency.
Green Movement Meets Him Halfway in the City
Yeah, a lot of environmentally sensitive products are too pricey for regular folks, but believers say education is the first step, and he managed to take another after getting a few lessons.
Latino Caucus Looks to Take Green Economy Into the Community
Gathering focuses on possibilities of jobs, contracts generated by environmentally sensitive developments and products. Participants urge community members to educate themselves, call on their representatives in seeking opportunities.
There's a Scarlet Sow Bug in My Painting!
Calixto Sibaja has won plaudits for his lush depictions of life in his homeland of Oaxaca, Mexico, and his success has also brought him back to organic pigments that come from pre-Columbian times and were handed down to him from his Zapotec grandparents.
A Diamond in the Rough -- The Van Nuys Japanese Garden
The Japanese Garden in Van Nuys is not only a small oasis of peace and quiet in a busy city; it's an ecological role model for how to integrate waste treatment and recreational facilities in an urban environment.
Para Los Ninos Kids Get an A in Obama 101
Students at the non-profit's inner-city charter school decide to make a difference by combining president's "Call to Service" with science lessons and their own observations on homelessness.
Can Crenshaw Garden Spot Be Restored?
School counts on help from Villaraigosa to bring growth back to once-vibrant plot.
Infrastructure Academy Taps Youngsters as Workforce Ages
Water audit by students part of training for next generation.
Wetlands in South Los Angeles
Groundbreaking set for 2nd 'green haven,' this one on site of old bus yard.

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