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Newtown Shrine

Ways To Help Those Affected By Connecticut School Shooting

The nation is grieving for the victims of a mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut and many are wondering how they can help.

2012/12/18

A view of Market Street heading east toward the Ferry Building in San Francisco. (CBS)

Phil Matier: Flight Of Families Concerns San Francisco Supervisors

The San Francisco Board of Supervisors is attempting to tackle the issue of “family flight” – defined by the thousands of families with school-age children who left the city in the past decade.

2012/03/09

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Finding the Best Babysitter in the Bay Area

Whether it’s just for an afternoon or an entire weekend away, these resources will make finding the ideal caregiver in the Bay Area simple, quick, and safe. There are many ways to find great childcare in the Bay Area, but the most important thing is to check references, do a background check, and trust your instincts.

CBS San Francisco–2011/11/08

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Food Stamp Applications Soar In Contra Costa County

Food stamp applications have skyrocketed in Contra Costa and county officials report an increasing number of those dependent on the stamps are children.

2011/11/01

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KCBS In Depth: Foster Care In California

An interview with Jill Jacobs of Family Builders on the state of California’s foster care system.

2011/10/02

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South Bay’s Best Independent Bookstores for Kids

The independent bookstore has practically gone the way of mix tapes and dial-up in the United States, many having been gobbled up by chains and Internet booksellers. However, in the Bay Area the spirit of independent bookstores lives on. If you’re a book-lover and coming to the South Bay, check out these favorites

CBS San Francisco–2011/07/26

Lesbian Wedding

Census Shows Uptick In California Same-Sex Couples

On the eve of San Francisco’s Pride weekend comes amid new Census figures that include the first detailed tally of gay and lesbian couples in California.

KCBS–2011/06/23

mom and kids in swimming pool

Despite Efforts, Families Still Leaving San Francisco

Despite efforts by officials to keep families in San Francisco, the percentage of children that make up the city’s population continues to decline.

CBS San Francisco–2011/06/19

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SoCal Organization’s Hotline Offers Resources For Troubled Parents

Parents Anonymous, a Southern California-based organization, has launched the National Parent Hotline, aimed at helping troubled parents cope with life.

KCBS–2011/02/13

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Antioch Group Vows To Make Streets Safer

A group of residents is vowing to take back the streets from criminals in Antioch. The movement was prompted by a feeling that the city is no longer safe for families.

KCBS–2011/02/07

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