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Today, a psychologist’s tips to help kids deal with going back to school in the pandemic.

On the July 29 episode of “SoCal Update,” with the increase in extreme weather events, the state Insurance Commissioner is calling for a new form of coverage. KPCC’s Sharon McNary explains how climate insurance would work, should it become available. Read more

On the July 29 episode of “SoCal Update,” LAUSD campuses are planning for a full year of in-person learning, but parents can still choose to register their kids for online school by July 30th. KPCC’s Kyle Stokes explains how distance learning this year will be different from last. Read more

On the July 22 episode of “SoCal Update,” a bill to develop reparations plans for Black Americans has gathered more support in Congress than ever before. KPCC’s Josie Huang reports on how the movement is finding allies in Japanese Americans whose parents and grandparents received redress after World War II. Read more

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On the July 21 episode of “SoCal Update,” the Breed Street Shul is finally getting enough money to finish repairs. KPCC’s Julia Paskin checks out the restoration project, which will develop the synagogue into a cultural center for the community. Read more

On the July 20 episode of “SoCal Update,” California’s large utilities occasionally cut power to communities on purpose to keep their lines from starting fires on windy days. KPCC’s Sharon McNary explains how one small town found out that its power cuts may have had more to do with Edison’s faulty equipment. Read more

On the July 20 episode of “SoCal Update,” as part of the California budget package, all high school seniors will have to fill out financial aid applications for college. KPCC’s Jill Replogol explains this new rule intended to open students’ eyes to the amount of aid available and to a wider range of future possibilities. Read more

On the July 1 episode of “SoCal Update,” California and much of the Western United States are in the middle of a terrible wildfire season. KPCC science reporter Jacob Margolis explains how heat waves and Fourth of July fireworks increase the risk of wildfires. Read more

On the July 1 episode of “SoCal Update,” members of the union Child Care Providers United are celebrating a historic first labor contract. KPCC’s Mariana Dale reports on the deal that will bring more than 40,000 workers their first raise in five years.