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A newly published book explores the University of California's historic and ongoing role in making higher education accessible to students. Written about by education outlet EdSource, the book weighs the university system's founding public mission against modern pressures such as admissions competition, rising costs and debates over equity. It arrives amid renewed national discussion about whether flagship public universities still serve their accessibility mandate.

Xavier Becerra will become California governor, according to EdSource, with the transition expected to bring significant changes to the state's education policy. The report highlights that an education shake-up is looming as Becerra prepares to take office, drawing attention from educators and policy watchers across the state.

Disputes over special education services are increasing in the United States, with California, Texas and Massachusetts driving the rise. The uptick reflects growing friction between families and school districts over services, placements and support for students with disabilities, according to EdSource reporting on the trend.

Google will turn off a search feature next year for schools that choose not to adopt its AI tools, according to EdSource. The move means schools declining Google's AI offerings would lose access to the search functionality, prompting concern among educators about being pushed toward AI adoption. The report has drawn attention to how technology companies are tying core tools to AI products in education.