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Parents Help Fill School Supply Void

With school budgets tightening, school-approved supply lists have become widespread in California. Teachers and principals are banking on parents buying items not only for their child, but to also stock classroom cabinets. Reporter: Ana Tintocalis

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Bill Requires Doctors' Visit to Opt-Out of Vaccinations

Childhood vaccinations are part of the back-to-school ritual -- except for parents who want to forgo the vaccinations for religious or health reasons. Until now, they could simply file a statement with their school. But this week, the Senate passed AB 2109, requiring parents who wish to opt-out to meet with a health care provider to talk about risks and benefits of vaccines.