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UC Workers Announce First In A Series Of Strikes Will Be At UC Santa Cruz

Julia Barajas
  • The union that represents academic workers across the UCs is set for its first strike on Monday at the UC Santa Cruz.
  • The union, UAW 4811, has filed unfair labor practice charges against the University of California.
  • The series of strikes is a response to the university system's crackdown on campus protests.
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UCLA Students Use Grand Theft Auto To Imagine LA’s Green Future

Makenna Sievertson
  • Short films created by UCLA students use a “modded” version of "Grand Theft Auto V" to explore LA’s ecological future.
  • The first episode, “The iBear in the River,” will premiere Monday in UCLA’s Kaplan Hall.
  • Nearly two dozen students wrote scripts, voiced the characters, and reprogrammed the game for their stories.
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Olvera Street's Historic La Golondrina Cafe Closes Down

Yusra Farzan
  • Famed La Golondrina Cafe on Olvera Street announced on social media they have permanently shuttered their doors.
  • On Instagram, the owners said their lawsuit against the city of Los Angeles was too costly to sustain.
  • Owner David Gomez said they've been talking to to the Mayor’s office about their fight to reopen to no avail.
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Can't Make A Wedding At This Orange County Courthouse? There's Now A Livestream

Yusra Farzan
  • Couples getting married at the Old Orange County Courthouse in Santa Ana can livestream their wedding ceremony.
  • Once a couple completes the marriage license process, they can use the free livestream service.
  • The office also offers virtual marriage services on an emergency basis for those who are unable to come in person.
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Olvera Street’s Beloved Stuffed Donkey Is Facing Eviction

Caitlin Hernández
  • If you've visited Olvera Street, you may have noticed a stuffed donkey stand near the entrance.
  • It may get evicted soon because of a contract issue after a death in the family.
  • Many Angelenos are not happy at losing the beloved La Carreta stand, and a city council member has stepped in to help.
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Homes Once Slated For Destruction To Expand 710 Freeway Will Now Be Fixed Up

David Wagner
  • After a freeway project that never got built, empty homes in El Sereno are now being prepared for new owners.
  • The state’s transportation department bought the homes in El Sereno to clear a path for the 710 and 210 freeways.
  • After much resistance from the surrounding communities, the $6 billion plan was officially killed in 2019.
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How Did Southern California Become The Fast Food Epicenter Of The World?

Hadley Meares
  • No doubt about it, SoCal is the home of fast food. We deliver into the many reasons, from our weather to our roads.
  • Post-war car culture shaped the boom of fast food innovation, with food for commutes, teenagers heading to drive-ins.
  • Go ahead, indulge! If you need an excuse, remember you’re taking a bite of Los Angeles history.
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Former Sheriff Villanueva Files Claim Against LA County Alleging Defamation

Frank Stoltze
  • Alex Villanueva has filed documents signaling his intent to sue the county for $25 million.
  • Villanueva says his name was “smeared” professionally by placing him on a “do not rehire” list.
  • He was placed on the list after he had harassed and discriminated against two county employees.
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Metro Increases Law Enforcement Presence Aboard Bus, Rail Cars And Stations

Gillian Morán Pérez
  • Mayor Karen Bass on Thursday announced plans to push for more law enforcement presence on Metro's transit lines.
  • The change comes in the wake of series of assaults that have injured passengers and bus drivers.
  • Despite attacks, Metro’s latest statistics show that overall crime has been declining as ridership levels increase.
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Court Finds Huntington Beach Violated State Housing Mandate

Yusra Farzan
  • A San Diego Superior Court judge ruled that the city of Huntington Beach violated California’s Housing Element Law.
  • The law sets housing targets for local governments to meet, including units for affordable housing.
  • The city has 120 days to comply with the ruling and establish a plan that allows developers to build more units.
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