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Budget deficit causes class cuts at City College

By Matthew GomezSTAFF WRITER City College is harshly feeling the effects of the California budget crisis. Serving students from San Francisco, but also other parts of the greater Bay Area, City College is one of the largest community colleges in the country. Funding is based proportionally on student numbers. As

Former chancellor charged for misdirection of funds

Former City College chancellor and two current employees were charged today with the misallocation of public funds for a fundraising campaign and other unapproved expenditures.

SFMTA deficit could mean cuts to service, reroutes

By Alex Emslie Opinions and Editorials Editor "I find it quite alarming and in some ways disrespectful," said District 11 Supervisor John Avalos of the proposed San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency budget passed by the Board of Supervisors May 27. The SFMTA's $128.9 million deficit

Prop. 8 upheld, Same-sex marriage supporters in uproar

Supporters of same-sex marriage gathered in force early Tuesday morning at St. Frances Lutheran Church and marched chanting and singing to hear the state Supreme Court's decision on the fate of Proposition 8.

City College unaffected by lawsuits

By Greg Zeman CONTRIBUTING WRITER Lawsuits against City College not only carry a hefty price tag, but also cause changes that aren't felt in the school's checkbook. Where does the money come from if and when City College needs to settle a lawsuit? For example, the

LIVE Prop. 8 Ruling Coverage

Be sure to follow our live coverage of the Supreme Court ruling on Prop. 8. There will be events happening all over the country for Prop. 8. The staff will be Twittering live from San Francisco's Civic Center starting at 9 a.m. Be sure to check back often for updates.

California May 19 special election - proposition breakdown

A statewide special election aimed at fixing California's broken budget will be held May 19. Several state programs, including funding for kindergarten through community college institutions, will be directly affected by the outcome of this special election.