Dr. Arthur C. Bartner is retiring after 50 years directing the USC Trojan Marching Band
In this podcast, we take a break from politics for a fascinating conversation with an iconic figure. Dr. Arthur C. Bartner is retiring after 50 years directing the USC Trojan Marching Band. He's transformed the band from a struggling group without an identity to an international institution. They've performed with some of the top stars all over the world. In this conversation with Elex Michaelson, Dr. Bartner discusses how he first got the job. He tells the story of how a performance with Diana Ross changed everything for him. And his all-time favorite moment? Creating a four-time platinum record with Fleetwood Mac. Dr. Bartner describes his directing style & what he plans to do next.
Female football player remembers her late mom
With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, sports teams often suit up with pink in play.That was the case at a high school in Chino where the mom of the team's female kicker was being remembered.
School Standouts: 16-year-old varsity football player credits God, faith for success on and off field
Varsity football player Anthony W. Spearman III, 16, credits God and his faith for his success on and off the field. He is currently a varsity running back at Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks and has gained a reputation for his intensity, leadership, willingness to learn and good character both on and off the field.
California law to limit youth football practices
California’s governor has signed a law limiting full-contact practices for youth football teams to reduce brain injuries.
Students scramble to get ready for prom after school messes up date
Senior prom is a highlight for most high school students but for Temple City High School's class of 2019, it's been a headache. That, after the school got the prom's date all wrong, then, scrambled to fix it.
San Marino High School on lockdown after receiving threat
San Marino High School was placed on lockdown Monday morning after it received an “active shooter threat,” police said. Rick Dickert reports.
High school criticized for keeping students in smokey classroom
High school criticized for keeping students in smokey classroom in Oxnard.
Glendale students stage walkout over canceled homecoming game
Dozens of Hoover High School students staged a walkout today as they demanded answers from the school district about why last week's homecoming football game was scrubbed -- the fourth game to be canceled since a massive brawl on the campus earlier this month.
School brawl in Glendale
Students and parents at a Glendale high school on edge after a huge fight breaks out between several groups of students.
High school basketball coach arrested on molestation charges
A local high school basketball coach is arrested accused of molesting multiple students.
Security stepped up at San Fernando High School after 'non-credible' threat
Security was stepped up Friday as a precaution at San Fernando High School following what officials determined was a "non-credible'' threat. FOX 11's Gigi Graciette reports.
San Fernando High School increases security in response to threat
The new school year has just begun and already a San Fernando Valley school is on high alert. FOX 11's Gigi Graciette reports.
Man,19, arrested on suspicion of attempted rape in Bellflower and Lakewood
A man sexually assaulted a woman in Bellflower, and hours later sexually assaulted a teenager while she was in a restroom at Lakewood High School, deputies said. FOX 11's Gina Silva reports.
Calabasas ex-football player killed in Jacksonville mass shooting
One of the two people killed in the mass shooting at a gaming tournament in Jacksonville, Florida, was a former Calabasas High School football player, according to media reports.
Asbestos removal violation reported at Mira Costa High School in Manhattan Beach
Cancer-causing asbestos was found at a local school while students, parents and staff were on campus. FOX 11's Leah Uko reports on a violation notice that's leading to reaction from the district.
Teen injured in attempted senior prank at Garden Grove High School
A senior prank at Garden Grove High School ended with one teenager taking a nasty fall and landing in the hospital. FOX 11's Mario Ramirez reports.
Police: Popular South El Monte football player allegedly killed by ex-boyfriend after breakup
Hundreds gathered at a vigil in South El Monte Thursday night to remember a high school student found brutally stabbed to death allegedly by his ex-boyfriend. FOX 11's Gigi Graciette reports.
A day of walkouts across the country
A day of walkouts across the country
Students in La Crescenta walk out of class in national protest
FOX 11’s Susan Hirasuna reports from Crescenta Valley High School
National School Walkout: SoCal students join others in nationwide walkout
Thousands of Southland students were expected to walk out of classes Wednesday as part of a nationwide action to honor the 17 people killed in last month's high school shooting in Florida and urge federal action to curb gun violence. FOX 11's Mario Ramirez reports.