Many local parents still don't know about California's new TK (transitional kindergarten) grade, which starts this fall. Metro has big updates for its A and D lines. What's behind Long Beach's drop in homicides this year? Plus, more.

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Many local parents still don't know about California's new TK (transitional kindergarten) grade, which starts this fall. Metro has big updates for its A and D lines. What's behind Long Beach's drop in homicides this year? Plus, more. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com Visit www.preppi.com/LAist&nbsp;to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!&nbsp;&nbsp;

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