For the last three years, I have been a reporter for The Daily Triplicate in Crescent City, Calif., where I have tried my hand at many different beats. I currently cover education and health, but I also do features, including a monthly spotlight on local food.
While other social services are facing budget cuts, the funding to serve Del Norte County’s mentally ill population seems relatively secure.
While funding for California's welfare programs has seen a steady decline over the past few decades, the state's financial crisis may mean even more severe cutbacks. Many who depend on these programs may face homelessness and illness as a result.
Del Norte County has a serious problem with tooth decay. In fact, the problem is spread across California — a recent study found that two-thirds of the state’s children have some form of tooth decay. Kelley Atherton finds out why.
