LA Unified Plans Short Day So Teachers Can Rally For State Funding
The Los Angeles Unified School District plans a shorter classroom day next week so teachers can demonstrate for state funding.
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The Los Angeles Unified School District plans a shorter classroom day next week so teachers can demonstrate for state funding.
LAUSD teachers call it "teacher jail". It is where they go if they are accused of inappropriate contact or a crime. There they sit in room or even at home continuing to get paid, while they wait for their accusations to be resolve. Our investigation found that it is costing taxpayers millions of dollars.
Granada Hills Charter High School has taken top honors at the 2011 U.S. Academic Decathlon, besting competitors from all over the country and giving the Los Angeles Unified School District a record 12th national title.
Los Angeles Unified School District officials are firing back after a TV chef publicly questioned the quality of food served to students.
The Los Angeles Unified School District changing the way it ranks students and teachers.
A state appeals court has refused to delay a settlement that would protect 45 of the lowest performing schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District from layoffs.
Los Angeles Unified School District is losing possibly its best school to the charter school movement.
About 2,500 sixth grade students at four under-performing middle schools in Los Angeles will receive free computers loaded with educational software, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa announced Saturday.
More traditional neighborhood schools are looking to operate as charters because they can get huge increases in funding as well as flexibility in how they use it.
Principal Tim Guy has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation, according to the LAUSD.
Los Angeles school officials have unveiled a plan that would see thousands of teachers get preliminary layoff notices.
The LAUSD Board of Education will consider Tuesday whether to over 5,000 employees are in jeopardy of losing their jobs.
The Los Angeles Unified School District is facing a lawsuit after a fifth grade student at Superior Street Elementary School in Chatsworth was reportedly told his talent show song had "too much Jesus" in the lyrics.
The nation's second-largest school district is delaying its early-start plan to begin classes in mid-August.
The LAUSD is considering breaking down the large district into smaller "school families" to lessen bureaucracy.
The Los Angeles police chief has apologized to residents for the inconvenience caused by a massive dragnet set up to catch a gunman who investigators now say did not exist.
LAUSD's division of Gifted and Talented Education programs (GATE) has another academically enriched option that may be a good fit for your child.
The Los Angeles Unified School District says 43 campuses are eligible for Public School Choice reform, meaning nonprofits, charter operators and teachers can apply to run underachieving or new campuses.
An audit has found that a Los Angeles school construction panel improperly hired contractors on four occasions, creating potential conflicts of interest.
A proposed agreement that would change the way teachers are laid off in the nation's second-largest school district is being hailed as a landmark that could pave the way for changes in layoff policies across the nation.
Deputy Superintendent John Deasy said Wednesday that Rigoberto Ruelas Jr. had received the highest ranking possible in his last evaluation in July.
The Los Angeles Unified School District gets a belated start Monday as students return to classes nearly a week after the normal start time.
The Los Angeles Unified School District is moving to close a charter school after allegations that the former principal stole or misused up to $2.7 million.
A group has asked a judge to dismiss its lawsuit challenging a race-based program for teachers in the Los Angeles Unified School District.
Portuguese striker Joao Dias Fernandes Paulinho scored two goals in a six-minute span in the second half as Toluca FC cruised to a 3-0 victory on Wednesday over LA Galaxy to advance to the semifinals.
For the first time in 15 years, Long Beach's "Big Bang on the Bay" will be lacking its signature "bang" after the event's fireworks permit was denied by California state officials.
Los Angeles police are investigating a home burglary that happened in Valley Glen late Wednesday night, just hours after another San Fernando Valley home was also targeted.
Stephen Curry scored 27 of his 35 points in the second half, Al Horford hit four 3-pointers during Golden State's electrifying fourth-quarter comeback and the Warriors advanced in the NBA's play-in tournament with a 126-121 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
A California State University, Long Beach student is suing the school and his former fraternity for a deadly crash that happened near Temecula in 2025, which left him with severe injuries and one of his best friends dead.
For the first time in 15 years, Long Beach's "Big Bang on the Bay" will be lacking its signature "bang" after the event's fireworks permit was denied by California state officials.
Los Angeles police are investigating a home burglary that happened in Valley Glen late Wednesday night, just hours after another San Fernando Valley home was also targeted.
A California State University, Long Beach student is suing the school and his former fraternity for a deadly crash that happened near Temecula in 2025, which left him with severe injuries and one of his best friends dead.
After averting a strike, LAUSD is turning to state officials for help funding its new contracts with the unions representing 70,000 of its workers.
Los Angeles Police Department officers are investigating what they called a suspicious death after a man's body was found on a Van Nuys sidewalk early Sunday morning.
For the first time in 15 years, Long Beach's "Big Bang on the Bay" will be lacking its signature "bang" after the event's fireworks permit was denied by California state officials.
Los Angeles police are investigating a home burglary that happened in Valley Glen late Wednesday night, just hours after another San Fernando Valley home was also targeted.
A California State University, Long Beach student is suing the school and his former fraternity for a deadly crash that happened near Temecula in 2025, which left him with severe injuries and one of his best friends dead.
After averting a strike, LAUSD is turning to state officials for help funding its new contracts with the unions representing 70,000 of its workers.
Los Angeles Police Department officers are investigating what they called a suspicious death after a man's body was found on a Van Nuys sidewalk early Sunday morning.
Since closing last year, Westminster Mall has been a headache for police, who've responded to hundreds of calls about vandalism.
John Eastman, Chapman Law School's former dean, lost his law license after he allegedly helped President Trump try to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia.
A former Costa Mesa police officer pleaded guilty to using law enforcement cameras and databases to track his wife and mistress.
The car, which the Vietnam War veteran purchased the day he returned to the U.S. in 1969, was recovered 17 years after it was stolen from an Orange County body shop.
Mission Viejo Animal Services investigators are asking for the public's help to find the man who drove up in a red four-door vehicle and left the four-pound pup alone, outside at the center around 4:30 a.m. last Friday.
A California State University, Long Beach student is suing the school and his former fraternity for a deadly crash that happened near Temecula in 2025, which left him with severe injuries and one of his best friends dead.
Nearly 500 ducks that were seized from an illegal animal sanctuary in Riverside County were up for adoption on Wednesday.
The Springs Fire came dangerously close to destroying Moreno Valley's only 18-hole public golf course in early April, fueled by strong winds and dry weather.
Evacuation orders and warnings were issued for one Jurupa Valley neighborhood on Wednesday afternoon after a brushfire broke out behind several homes.
During a one-on-one interview with CBS LA, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco said that he was "shocked" and "embarrassed" by a video that showed one of his department's SWAT deputies scrolling on a dating app in the midst of a standoff with an armed suspect.
The lawsuit involved dozens of states that alleged Live Nation undermined competition and drove up ticket prices.
The sneaker maker is selling its footwear assets and rebranding as "NewBird AI," betting on booming demand for AI computing power.
House Democrats introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, claiming he has "demonstrated a willful disregard for the Constitution."
Americans are receiving larger tax refunds this year due to the 2025 "big, beautiful bill," which enacted new tax deductions.
A Los Angeles Unified School District strike has been avoided and schools are open Tuesday after the district and the Service Employees International Union reached an agreement.
House Democrats introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, claiming he has "demonstrated a willful disregard for the Constitution."
The California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hosted the first gubernatorial candidate forum since the fallout from the Eric Swalwell scandal, bringing six candidates together in a packed Sacramento ballroom.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday set the date for a special election to fill Eric Swalwell's congressional seat after his resignation following multiple sexual assault allegations.
Lonna Drewes came forward Tuesday with the allegations after the California Democrat announced he would resign from Congress.
Annika Albrecht, Ally Sammarco and influencer Cheyenne Hunt, who helped get their stories out, spoke with CBS News about the unraveling of the Democratic congressman's political career.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
LA County public health officials issued a bacteria warning at several beaches as a potentially record-breaking heat wave arrives in Southern California.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
A nonprofit that booked a Social Agent said it's a lot cheaper than hiring someone to do their social media full-time. A typical job runs about $200, with same-day delivery, and if clients already have footage, they can upload it and get a finished piece.
A California judge has tentatively stopped the state from canceling commercial licenses for more than 20,000 immigrant truck drivers.
Portuguese striker Joao Dias Fernandes Paulinho scored two goals in a six-minute span in the second half as Toluca FC cruised to a 3-0 victory on Wednesday over LA Galaxy to advance to the semifinals.
Stephen Curry scored 27 of his 35 points in the second half, Al Horford hit four 3-pointers during Golden State's electrifying fourth-quarter comeback and the Warriors advanced in the NBA's play-in tournament with a 126-121 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
Shohei Ohtani pitched six strong innings, striking out 10, as the Los Angeles Dodgers routed the New York Mets 8-2.
José Caballero laced a two-run double in the bottom of the ninth inning that gave the Yankees a 5-4 victory over the Angels on Wednesday night.
Jake DeBrusk scored his second goal of the game 2:58 into overtime and the Vancouver Canucks beat the Los Angeles Kings 4-3.
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce hopes to boost LA's film industry after an uptick in moviegoers returning to theaters.
Nearly 100 people were arrested during the first weekend of the 2026 Coachella Music and Arts Festival, according to the Indio Police Department.
Pop star Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into rehab following her DUI arrest in Ventura County in March, a representative for the singer told CBS LA.
The Pitt star Noah Wyle is the newest name on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Pittsburgh-based show is a big reason why.
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West being denied entry into the U.K. has raised questions over the star's upcoming performance in Italy.
A Valley Glen home was targeted by burglars late Wednesday night. Desmond Shaw reports.
Los Angeles police are investigating a home burglary that happened in Valley Glen late Wednesday night, just hours after another San Fernando Valley home was also targeted.
A California State University, Long Beach student is suing the school and his former fraternity for a deadly crash that happened near Temecula in 2025, which left him with severe injuries and one of his best friends dead.
Lesley Marin reports from Long Beach, where for the first time in 15 years, the city's "Big Bang on the Bay' Fourth of July celebration will not have a fireworks show after their permit was denied by state officials.
The Los Angeles School Police Department said the shooting happened near Sepulveda Middle School in North Hills. Brittney Ermon reports.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
