September 2006 issue

Fred’s friend died of a rare form of bone cancer, but he remembers her best as a charming, fun “Tweety Bird” with a mischievous side.

Our essay contest winner’s fear of AIDS inspired L.A. Youth to promote AIDS education by interviewing an expert from AIDS Project Los Angeles.

Katie, 16, recommends five top movie soundtracks.

L.A. Youth staffers donated 100 pounds of food and diapers to refugees in the Israel-Hezbollah war.

Machiko, 18, gives props to the quartet from England.

Tray spent years fighting until moving to a group home helped him control his rage.

Joo, 18, turned down an offer to be a Dodger batboy so he could be a missionary in Mongolia. He says that this was the best decision he’s ever made. WITH PHOTO GALLERY.

Relief from chronic back pain inspired Esther to become a chiropractor.

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S.E. Hinton’s books almost took over 14-year-old Brett’s life.