Hard Times: CA's Broken Parole System - Part 4 Countless studies say the state needs to change the way it paroles inmates. KCBS' Doug Sovern investigates why so many ex-cons end up back behind bars. (5/14; 2:30)
Hard Times: CA's Broken Parole System - Part 3 The murder of four Oakland policemen by a fugitive parolee is shining a harsh light on the parole system. KCBS' Doug Sovern says it's also adding new stress for other men just getting out of prison. (5/13; 2:26)
Hard Times: CA's Broken Parole System - Part 2 The head of the state's prisons admits the parole system is not working. KCBS' Doug Sovern hits the streets with parole agents in Part Two of his Cover Story series. (5/12; 2:26)
Hard Times: CA's Broken Parole System - Part 1 It was the most heartbreaking day in the history of Bay Area law enforcement - four Oakland police officers shot to death, by a wanted man who had violated his parole. KCBS' Doug Sovern investigates. (5/11; 2:37)
From the CBS Polling Unit
CBS News Director of Surveys Sarah Dutton takes a look at Presidential popularity in the first few months of office.
(4/9; 3:25)
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