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Latest Articles

A signal of hope

For more than a year, Climate Brunch has targeted a permit that would extend the oil company’s operations for 20 years and add 46 new rigs — a move they believe violates a state law prohibiting the construction of new wells. Climate Brunch is just one of many organizations taking …

By Mallika Seshadri
14th October 2025 • Annenberg Media

USC Office of Sustainability celebrates accomplishments and outlines a plan for an uncertain future

Amid budget cuts, funding freezes and President Carol Folt’s imminent retirement, USC Chief Officer of Sustainability Mick Dalrymple said the university remains committed to achieving its environmental goals this Earth Month.

By Katie Simons
4th September 2025 • Annenberg Media

Community gardening initiatives in LA food deserts sprout change

1 in 4 Angelenos live in a food desert with limited access to fresh fruits and vegetables, so community organizations have taken to building inner city gardens to remedy the produce problem

By Katie Simons
4th September 2025 • Annenberg Media

‘I’m not content, I don’t think I ever will be’: USC track commit Ezra Frech pursues Paralympic prestige

The 18-year-old Toyko Paralympian is working to cement his track legacy by winning gold this summer.

By Katie Simons
4th September 2025 • Annenberg Media

Marina Rheingantz: Painting Memory, Weaving Landscape

By Tare Ebimami
9th July 2025 • Annenberg Media

Bridging AI and Neuroscience: USC-Chen Institute Frontiers Forum returns

USC sparked conversation about AI’s role in the medical field at the third annual Frontiers Forum.

By Lizzy Liautaud
30th April 2025 • Annenberg Media

Federal agents detain day laborers at a Pomona Home Depot

On Tuesday morning immigration enforcement agents raided a Home Depot parking lot where the day laborers were seeking work.

By Lizzy Liautaud
23rd April 2025 • Annenberg Media

What does Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s deportation mean for all Americans?

USC law professor Niels Frenzen talks about the implications of the Trump administration’s refusal to correct its deportation mistake.

By Lizzy Liautaud
16th April 2025 • Annenberg Media

The L.A. Rams connect with the community through a CPR training event

The American Heart Association collaborated with the L.A. Rams to host 22 schools in a CPR and AED training event at Sofi Stadium.

By Lizzy Liautaud
9th April 2025 • Annenberg Media

Will Nintendo Switch 2 empty pockets?

Loyal Nintendo users prepare to pay an arm and a leg for the Nintendo Switch 2, which will release on June 5 with added features and new installments of classic games.

By Lizzy Liautaud
4th April 2025 • Annenberg Media

Students will likely be affected by Department of Education layoffs

Loan repayments and financial aid services are expected to be further stalled.

By Lizzy Liautaud
12th March 2025 • Annenberg Media

Fact-checking Trump’s address to Congress

All true? Not quite. We checked five claims that Trump made during his nearly 100-minute address. Here are the facts.

By Lizzy Liautaud
5th March 2025 • Annenberg Media

Is it the end for L.A.’s iconic Pantry Cafe?

In the face of union disagreements, patrons rally to save the century-old restaurant.

By Lizzy Liautaud
26th February 2025 • Annenberg Media

No more free rides? Union Station becomes latest LA Metro station where riders must tap to exit

The TAP-to-Exit program began last May in hopes of improving train safety and rider experience.

By Lizzy Liautaud
19th February 2025 • Annenberg Media

Is Trump’s plan for Gaza feasible?

President Trump wants to send Palestinians to Jordan and Egypt, but cooperation is doubtful.

By Lizzy Liautaud
5th February 2025 • Annenberg Media

Donald Trump wins the presidency

One presidential election, 34 Senate seats, all 435 House seats and 10 key California ballot measures to vote on — catch all the latest from Annenberg Media as the 2024 election unfolds. Editor’s Note: Annenberg Media’s election coverage sources all races results from the Associated Press. Live coverage has concluded …

By Devon Lee
5th November 2024 • Annenberg Media

Students report being scammed trying to buy football tickets

Three students have reported being scammed while trying to purchase tickets for USC’s home football game against Wisconsin. According to an email sent out by the Department of Public Safety today, suspects impersonated students and used GroupMe to connect with their victims. In the process of negotiation, suspects exchanged screenshots …

By Devon Lee
27th September 2024 • Annenberg Media

From Primetime to Slimetime: How Nickelodeon is revolutionizing sports coverage for kids

When tuning in to CBS’s Super Bowl coverage this year, you were probably expecting the usual, from some incredible plays to an entertaining halftime show. You likely weren’t expecting a crowd full of cartoon fish, commentary from a talking sponge and slime cannons going off in the endzone. These were …

By Mark Armendariz-Gonzales
16th August 2024 • Annenberg Media

Swinging Solo: Tiger Woods departs from Nike and sets sights on new brand “Sun Day Red”

Merchandise from Tiger Woods' new clothing line, called Sun Day Red, is displayed during a news conference ahead of the Genesis Open golf tournament, Monday, Feb. 12, 2024, in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles. (Photo courtesy of Eric Thayer/AP Photo) Thirty-one years after making his PGA Tour debut …

By Mark Armendariz-Gonzales
16th August 2024 • Annenberg Media

Your favorite holiday movie is what!?

With winter break right around the corner, students are beginning to unwind and get into the holiday season. And what better way to get into the holiday season than through some of your favorite holiday films. When it comes to holiday movies, everyone is familiar with the popular classics from …

By Mark Armendariz-Gonzales
16th August 2024 • Annenberg Media

City divided: The battle for LA

Old, familiar traditions return with a bang this week as the USC vs. UCLA rivalry hits its annual climax. While the Trojans have fierce historical adversaries in the University of Texas Longhorns and the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame, no feud is bigger than the one with crosstown rival UCLA. …

By Mark Armendariz-Gonzales
16th August 2024 • Annenberg Media

A tail of comfort at USC

Star quarterback Caleb Williams made headlines on Saturday after USC football’s heartbreaking loss to Washington, when he gave the media a surprising response on how he felt about the defeat. “I wanna go home and cuddle with my dog and watch some shows,” the reigning Heisman winner told reporters. While …

By Mark Armendariz-Gonzales
16th August 2024 • Annenberg Media

The 8th wonder of the football world

If winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup was the defining moment of Lionel Messi’s astonishing career, then securing his eighth Ballon d’Or was the cherry on top. To nobody’s surprise, the Argentine captain was declared the 2023 best male football player by the French news magazine “France Football.” Messi received …

By Mark Armendariz-Gonzales
16th August 2024 • Annenberg Media

After world’s oldest dog dies, students look back on how to say farewell to pets

Bobi, a purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo Portuguese dog, poses for a photo with his Guinness World Record certificates for the oldest dog, at his home in Conqueiros, central Portugal, Saturday, May 20, 2023. Bobi's owner said Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, that he passed away Saturday at 31 years and 165 …

By Mark Armendariz-Gonzales
16th August 2024 • Annenberg Media

Inter Miami give Hollywood performance as they defeat LAFC

Sunday evening, all the stars of Los Angeles seemed to be gathered in the same exact place, BMO Stadium. Everyone from Oscar award-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio to Prince Harry were in attendance for the hottest ticket in town. In a crowd filled with Hollywood A-listers, the biggest star of them …

By Mark Armendariz-Gonzales
16th August 2024 • Annenberg Media

Messi and company book second consecutive final for Inter Miami

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi celebrates after a game-tying goal in the 90th minute from teammate Leonardo Campana, not pictured, during the second half of a U.S. Open Cup semifinal soccer match against FC Cincinnati, Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel) Days after claiming the first …

By Mark Armendariz-Gonzales
16th August 2024 • Annenberg Media

Matters of Life and Deaf

For Marne Sullivan, having a conversation is kind of like playing a game of Scrabble. Every time she talks to someone, she’s paying extra attention — trying to fill in the gaps in sentences if she misses a word or doesn’t quite catch bits and pieces of the conversation. By …

By Angelina Hicks
10th May 2024 • Annenberg Media

The road to America’s first female president is still long and winding

Nikki Haley offered the 150 gathered at the Hollywood American Legion veteran’s center in L.A. one quick mention of her goals of “defeating a dozen of the fellas” she was running against. It was the Republican’s lone reference to her gender, leaving the topic out of her stump speech. She …

By Angelina Hicks
2nd May 2024 • Annenberg Media

USC cancels main commencement ceremony after campus protests | See It Live 4/25/24

By Avery Goodman
25th April 2024 • Annenberg Media

Arizona Democrats fight to make abortion a fundamental right | See It Live | Thursday 4/11/24

By Avery Goodman
12th April 2024 • Annenberg Media