UTLA leadership urges keeping school campuses closed
The Los Angeles Unified Teachers Union is pushing back on the district's plan to reopen schools next month.
The Los Angeles Unified Teachers Union is pushing back on the district's plan to reopen schools next month.
California sues Trump Admin. over policy that would deprive some foreign exchange students of US visas
California sued the Trump administration Thursday to challenge a new policy that would deprive foreign students of their U.S. visas if their fall classes are held solely online, while USC offered free in-person classes to help international students avoid being forced out of the country.
California sued the Trump administration Thursday to challenge a new policy that would deprive foreign students of their U.S. visas if their fall classes are held solely online, while USC offered free in-person classes to help international students avoid being forced out of the country.
Health Director: Protocols for school reopenings in LA County expected soon
Health protocols for the possible reopening of schools in Los Angeles County could be released by week's end, the county public health director said on Wednesday, insisting she will not get mired in the mounting political debate of whether campuses should be required to open this fall.
Health protocols for the possible reopening of schools in Los Angeles County could be released by week's end, the county public health director said on Wednesday, insisting she will not get mired in the mounting political debate of whether campuses should be required to open this fall.
Trump threatens to cut federal aid if schools don't reopen
“The Dems think it would be bad for them politically if U.S. schools open before the November Election,” Trump said, “but is important for the children & families. May cut off funding if not open!”
“The Dems think it would be bad for them politically if U.S. schools open before the November Election,” Trump said, “but is important for the children & families. May cut off funding if not open!”
University of California system names first Black president
Dr. Michael Drake was chosen Tuesday to be president of the University of California, the first Black leader in the system?s 150-year history.
Dr. Michael Drake was chosen Tuesday to be president of the University of California, the first Black leader in the system?s 150-year history.
Parents’ anxiety: What will school be like in the fall?
The start of school is just six weeks away for many students in Southern California, but despite the looming start date, many districts are still unsure about their own reopening plans.
The start of school is just six weeks away for many students in Southern California, but despite the looming start date, many districts are still unsure about their own reopening plans.
Trump says he will pressure states to reopen schools in fall
President Donald Trump says he will pressure governors to reopen schools and colleges this fall, arguing that some want to keep schools closed for political reasons against the will of families.
President Donald Trump says he will pressure governors to reopen schools and colleges this fall, arguing that some want to keep schools closed for political reasons against the will of families.
LAUSD parents concerned about plan for upcoming school year
LAUSD Superintendent, Austin Beutner, made a short announcement Monday discussing the possibilities for students in the fall, and some parents are concerned.
LAUSD Superintendent, Austin Beutner, made a short announcement Monday discussing the possibilities for students in the fall, and some parents are concerned.
Should college-aged students take a gap year amid pandemic?
As colleges grapple with how to stay open this fall, many students are questioning whether to enroll at all.
As colleges grapple with how to stay open this fall, many students are questioning whether to enroll at all.
Should college-aged students take a gap year amid pandemic?
As colleges grapple with how to stay open this fall, many students are questioning whether to enroll at all.
As colleges grapple with how to stay open this fall, many students are questioning whether to enroll at all.
Students inspire school bus driver to earn his college degree
A school bus driver in Massachusetts returned to the classroom and earned his college degree -- and he says he was inspired to do so by the students he drove to school each day.
A school bus driver in Massachusetts returned to the classroom and earned his college degree -- and he says he was inspired to do so by the students he drove to school each day.
LA school board votes to cut school police budget, PD Chief Todd Chamberlain resigns
The Los Angeles Board of Education has approved an immediate 35% cut to its school police force, a reduction of $25 million, in response to weeks of protests by student activists and community groups who had called for the elimination of the department.
The Los Angeles Board of Education has approved an immediate 35% cut to its school police force, a reduction of $25 million, in response to weeks of protests by student activists and community groups who had called for the elimination of the department.
Ludacris launches 'Kid Nation' to educate children about current events through music
Following civil unrest of the shooting deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and other black Americans — along with the COVID-19 pandemic, rapper Ludacris is hoping his new platform will make it easier for children to learn about current events through music.
Following civil unrest of the shooting deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and other black Americans — along with the COVID-19 pandemic, rapper Ludacris is hoping his new platform will make it easier for children to learn about current events through music.
California schools can no longer suspend elementary, middle school students for disruptive behavior
California’s elementary and middle schools will have to find an alternative to suspension when it comes to dealing with unruly students due to a new law that took effect Wednesday.
California’s elementary and middle schools will have to find an alternative to suspension when it comes to dealing with unruly students due to a new law that took effect Wednesday.
Grad Standout: High School ?Big of the Year? to study human services in order to continue giving back
She watched her father get deported and her life got turned upside down. But instead of becoming bitter, she became better. Isabel Delgado is graduating from Western High School in Anaheim and couldn?t be more excited about her future.
She watched her father get deported and her life got turned upside down. But instead of becoming bitter, she became better. Isabel Delgado is graduating from Western High School in Anaheim and couldn?t be more excited about her future.
Grad Standout: Captain of varsity basketball, cross country runner, all while maintaining 4.0 GPA
She?s the captain of the girls?varsity basketball team, a member of the culinary club, she raced in cross country and track and field?and she did it all while maintaining a perfect 4.0 GPA. ?
She?s the captain of the girls?varsity basketball team, a member of the culinary club, she raced in cross country and track and field?and she did it all while maintaining a perfect 4.0 GPA. ?
Grad Standout: Long Beach State grad worked full time as EMT while managing full course load
Ian Parkinson, 22, is a certified EMT who managed to work full time as a first responder while taking a full course load.
Ian Parkinson, 22, is a certified EMT who managed to work full time as a first responder while taking a full course load.
HS valedictorian earns perfect attendance since pre-K, receives more than $430K in scholarships
Ashanti Palmer graduated from Nellie A. Thornton High School and the Performing & Visual Arts Magnet Program in New York.
Ashanti Palmer graduated from Nellie A. Thornton High School and the Performing & Visual Arts Magnet Program in New York.
LAUSD Board rejects defunding of School Police Department
Despite vocal public calls for defunding, the Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education Tuesday night rejected a proposal that would have slashed 90% of the School Police Department's budget by 2024.
Despite vocal public calls for defunding, the Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education Tuesday night rejected a proposal that would have slashed 90% of the School Police Department's budget by 2024.
Grad Standout: Charter Oak High School teen to pursue degree in law and psychology
She?s an outstanding young woman pursuing a degree in psychology and law. But health issues are taking a major toll on the family of FOX 11 Grad Standout Jasmine Garza. ?
She?s an outstanding young woman pursuing a degree in psychology and law. But health issues are taking a major toll on the family of FOX 11 Grad Standout Jasmine Garza. ?