Brianna Kupfer murder trial: Jury selection begins for Hancock Park furniture store stabbing suspect
Jury selection was scheduled to begin Thursday for Shawn Laval Smith, the man accused of killing UCLA grad student, Brianna Kupfer, at a Hancock Park furniture store two years ago.
California principal on leave after high school pep rally dance causes stir
As schools are starting up once again for the upcoming school year, one Central Valley principal is already benched for the time being after participating in a controversial performance, creating a stir amongst students and parents.
City installs hundreds of road safety measures near LAUSD schools
According to the LA County Department of Public Health, traffic collisions are the leading cause of death for kids between 4 and 14. The city hopes these new safety features will help solve the problem.
Chapman University welcomes nearly 2K new students on move-in day
The university will welcome 1,955 new students representing 56 countries, with the number of Hispanic/Latinx students reaching a historic high of 21%.
University of California introduces new directives addressing protests on campuses
The University of California introduced new directives that address demonstrations on campus following pro-Palestinian and counter-protests earlier this year.
Honoring co-founders of the Black Design Collective
August marks Black Business Month and on Thursday, we highlight two fashion icons – Kevan Hall and TJ Walker – the founders of the Black Design Collective.
Judge rules UCLA can't allow pro-Palestine protesters to bar Jewish students from campus
The ruling marks the first time a U.S. judge has ruled against a university over demonstrations against the war in Gaza.
Could California ban cell phones at schools?: Newsom urges districts to limit students' use
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is sending letters to school districts, urging them to limit students' smartphone use on campus. LAUSD's student cell phone ban goes into effect in January.
Dr. Dre opens new school academy in Inglewood
The academy will initially be available to ninth grade students and will eventually expand to all grades by the 2028-29 school year.
LAUSD returns to school Monday for 2024-25 school year
The nation's second-largest school district will begin the 2024-25 school year Monday, with more than 550,000 students set to return to Los Angeles Unified campuses.
Burger King offering free King Jr. meals for back-to-school season
Burger King is offering a free King Jr. Meal during the 2024 back-to-school season. Here’s how to get the deal.
Mistah F.A.B.'s backpack giveaway helps 500 students prepare for the new school year
Hundreds of East Bay students are feeling prepared for the new school year after getting all of their school supplies for free at a giveaway hosted by rapper and activist Mistah F.A.B.