Man accused of kidnapping UCLA students, sexual assault released on $600K bail
A Santa Monica man arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and sexual assault has been released from custody for a second time after posting bail, jail records show.
A Santa Monica man arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and sexual assault has been released from custody for a second time after posting bail, jail records show.
LAUSD votes to rename schools named after César Chávez
LAUSD has voted to rename school previously honoring César Chávez.
LAUSD has voted to rename school previously honoring César Chávez.
UCLA police arrest Santa Monica man on suspicion of sexual assault, kidnapping
UCLA police arrested a Santa Monica man on suspicion of sexual assault and kidnapping, and investigators believe there may be additional victims.
UCLA police arrested a Santa Monica man on suspicion of sexual assault and kidnapping, and investigators believe there may be additional victims.
LA County, LAUSD approve push to rename César Chávez holiday, schools amid abuse allegations
Los Angeles County and LAUSD officials have voted to rename the César Chávez holiday to Farmworkers Day following allegations of sexual misconduct.
Los Angeles County and LAUSD officials have voted to rename the César Chávez holiday to Farmworkers Day following allegations of sexual misconduct.
USC to face No. 1 seed South Carolina as teams chase March Madness goals
South Carolina and Southern California are alive in the women’s NCAA Tournament and vying for a spot in the Sweet 16.
South Carolina and Southern California are alive in the women’s NCAA Tournament and vying for a spot in the Sweet 16.
LA Times Festival of Books 2026: Lionel Richie, Sarah Jessica Parker to headline
The 31st annual Los Angeles Times Festival of Books at USC features Sarah Jessica Parker, Lionel Richie, and Larry David in a free two-day literary celebration.
The 31st annual Los Angeles Times Festival of Books at USC features Sarah Jessica Parker, Lionel Richie, and Larry David in a free two-day literary celebration.
El Monte school district reaches settlement with DOJ over systemic sexual abuse failures
California AG Rob Bonta announced a settlement with the El Monte Union High School District following a probe into failed responses to sexual misconduct reports.
California AG Rob Bonta announced a settlement with the El Monte Union High School District following a probe into failed responses to sexual misconduct reports.
Palisades high students on stage for first time since Jan. 2025 wildfires
The curtains are back up at Palisades Charter High School and students are taking the stage for the first time since last January's wildfires devastated their campus.
The curtains are back up at Palisades Charter High School and students are taking the stage for the first time since last January's wildfires devastated their campus.
Pali students on stage for first time since wildfires
The curtains are back up at Palisades Charter High School and students are taking the stage for the first time since last January's wildfires devastated their campus.
The curtains are back up at Palisades Charter High School and students are taking the stage for the first time since last January's wildfires devastated their campus.
Pali students on stage for first time since wildfires
The curtains are back up at Palisades Charter High School and students are taking the stage for the first time since last January's wildfires devastated their campus.
The curtains are back up at Palisades Charter High School and students are taking the stage for the first time since last January's wildfires devastated their campus.
LAUSD strike weeks away
The Los Angeles Unified School District is set to strike on April 14.
The Los Angeles Unified School District is set to strike on April 14.
LAUSD unions set April 14 strike date amid heated contract battle with district
If a walkout occurs, it would be the first since the six-day strike in January 2019.
If a walkout occurs, it would be the first since the six-day strike in January 2019.
Unionized LA teachers announce Apr. 14 strike date
Unionized LAUSD teachers declared April 14 as the strike date.
Unionized LAUSD teachers declared April 14 as the strike date.
LAUSD unions announce strike date at DTLA rally
LAUSD teachers and staff from UTLA and SEIU Local 99 are expected to announce a strike date during a downtown Los Angeles rally following stalled contract talks.
LAUSD teachers and staff from UTLA and SEIU Local 99 are expected to announce a strike date during a downtown Los Angeles rally following stalled contract talks.
Arkansas Ten Commandments law blocked that mandates classroom display
A judge struck down an Arkansas law that requires schools to display the Ten Commandments prominently in classrooms. Here is what to know about the law, and where the battle over its legality is headed.
A judge struck down an Arkansas law that requires schools to display the Ten Commandments prominently in classrooms. Here is what to know about the law, and where the battle over its legality is headed.
Pomona College students raise concerns over alleged racist incidents on campus
Students at Pomona College say multiple racist incidents have occurred on campus, including allegations involving athletes and a faculty member using the "N-word."
Students at Pomona College say multiple racist incidents have occurred on campus, including allegations involving athletes and a faculty member using the "N-word."
Rewriting the narrative on e-bikes
E-bikes have often been linked to reckless riding and safety concerns across Southern California. But two local teenagers are working to change that narrative — turning their passion into purpose, business, and community.
E-bikes have often been linked to reckless riding and safety concerns across Southern California. But two local teenagers are working to change that narrative — turning their passion into purpose, business, and community.
2 Southern California-based teens rewriting the e-bike narrative
Two Southern California teenagers are working to reshape the narrative around e-bikes by promoting responsibility, community and positive culture among young riders.
Two Southern California teenagers are working to reshape the narrative around e-bikes by promoting responsibility, community and positive culture among young riders.
States sue Trump administration over policy requiring colleges to collect race data
A group of 17 states is suing the Trump administration over a policy that requires colleges to prove they’re not considering race in admissions.
A group of 17 states is suing the Trump administration over a policy that requires colleges to prove they’re not considering race in admissions.
California dominates 2026 'happiness' rankings: Fremont named #1 in US (again)
Discover why California cities like Fremont, Irvine, and San Jose dominate WalletHub's 2026 report on the Happiest Cities in America.
Discover why California cities like Fremont, Irvine, and San Jose dominate WalletHub's 2026 report on the Happiest Cities in America.