Stefano Paltera / For The Times
With the price at $1,000 an ounce, cash-strapped Californians are selling off old jewelry to generate dough.
Some say South Carolina's governor is grandstanding. Others say the Republican just might turn the money down, despite the state's 9.5% unemployment rate.
The prison meets Geneva Convention standards and detainees are treated humanely, the report says. Rights groups criticize the findings.
MARCH 3 ELECTIONS ENDORSEMENTS

Editorial: The mayor has been moderately successful and deserves a second term. But he should keep his focus on L.A., not Sacramento.

Editorial: Galperin hopes to improve accountability and fiscal prudence at City Hall. He's the best choice to replace Jack Weiss in the 5th District.

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