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UCLA students memorialize 1969 Black Panther slayings - latimes.com

UCLA students memorialize 1969 Black Panther slayings - latimes.com

UCLA students memorialize 1969 Black Panther slayings

The site of a fatal shooting of two UCLA students in 1969 has never been marked. History students obtained plaques in the victims' honor, one of which will be posted in the Campbell Hall classroom.

Cal State fights release of documents on Palin speech

University seeks dismissal of suit, saying that appearance by former Alaska governor was arranged through a private foundation. Critics charge that foundation and university have comingled roles.

Colorado education law may mark a national shift

The law ties teachers' job reviews to the performances of their students on achievement tests. Similar legislation is pending in other states; federal dollars may be at stake.