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Student Loan Rates Double After Congressional Inaction

By Philip ElliotHuffington PostWASHINGTON — College students taking out new loans for the fall term will see interest rates twice what they were in the spring – unless Congress fulfills its pledge to restore lower rates when it returns after the July…

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In response to Newtown shootings, some states move to put guns in classrooms

By Lauren RussellCNN School of Thought(CNN) - While most of the nation's students are enjoying summer break, teachers in a handful of states are studying – not their fall curriculum, but how to take out an assailant. In Ohio, Buckeye Firearms Association, a gun rights PAC, has…

Culture News by LPC Express June 6, 2013

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Revenge Porn: California Legislators Go After Troubling New Trend

Aaron SankinHuffington PostA lawmaker in California has introduced legislation intended to crack down on "revenge porn," the practice of posting graphic images or video of a former romantic partner online without the subject's consent. The bill, which was written by California State Senator Anthony…

Culture Fresh Takes by LPC Express June 3, 2013

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Sharks continue to choke in Stanley Cup Playoffs

Will TannerArts and Entertainment EditorThe beards are coming off. Sharks players, broadcasters and fans alike are all shaving their playoff beards as their beloved team is out of the playoffs once again. Facing the reigning Stanley Cup champions, the Los Angeles Kings, the…

Culture by LPC Express May 27, 2013

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College age women at high risk for pancreatic disorder

Aretha WelchSpecial to the ExpressI couldn’t stop crying. Though I had no reason to cry. I couldn’t stop myself from exploding in fits of anger, though I knew the response was unwarranted. I couldn’t stay full for more than 3 hours no…

Culture News Profile by LPC Express May 26, 2013

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California’s best embedded in LPC’s Fire Technology service

Bekka WiedenmeyerNews EditorThe woman was dead, crushed by a pile of rubble from the pelvis down. Beside her was her young son, whose leg was caught underneath the same rubble — but he was alive. The class of aspiring firefighters stood in silence…

Culture Fresh Takes Opinion by LPC Express May 24, 2013

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75 percent of Earth is covered by water, but Root Beer is still cheaper

By Jason Leskiw @Unfaifthful2LawManaging EditorIt’s unfortunate. Groceries are already expensive. In order to maintain a low risk for any sort of health problem, eating healthy is necessary. And now soda is less expensive than water. Yep, that’s correct. And just plain sad. It wasn’t until…

Culture News by LPC Express May 24, 2013

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Boston fire chief resigns after criticism of bombing response

By Stephanie Gallman and Kristina SguegliaCNN(CNN) -- Boston Fire Chief Steve Abraira, whose deputy chiefs criticized him over his handling of the Boston Marathon bombings, has submitted his resignation, the Boston Fire Department said Monday on its official Twitter account. Abraira's resignation is effective Friday. To Read More…

Culture News by LPC Express May 24, 2013

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Jannett Jackson offered district chancellor position

William Tanner Staff WriterIt’s Jannett … Ms. Jackson. The Las Positas-Chabot District extended an offer of employment to chancellor candidate Jannett Jackson on May 22. In a press release from the district office, the Board of Trustees announced their intent to finalize the…

Culture News by LPC Express May 22, 2013

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LPC President Kevin Walthers finds new home with Allan Hancock College

Angelica Estacio Features Editor Update: Walthers has been confirmed by Allan Hancock College's Board of Trustees as their new President. He is set to start at AHC on July 8, 2013. Original Story Kevin Walthers is saying goodbye to Las Positas College. In an interview with the Express…

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