Eleanor Drake S. Jack Hu has been appointed as the new chancellor of UC Riverside, marking a significant change for the campus as it faces challenges in higher education funding. Hu, who currently serves as the senior vice president for academic affairs and provost at the University of Georgia, will take over on July 15. He replaces … Read more
The U.S. government is preparing to revoke visas for some Chinese students, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. This announcement came on Wednesday and signals a more aggressive stance from the Trump administration regarding international students, particularly those from China. Rubio stated that the visa revocation will target students with ties to the Chinese … Read more
In January, wildfires devastated parts of Altadena and Pacific Palisades, destroying thousands of homes and damaging essential water and sewer systems. The small water systems in these areas faced the most severe impact, with a study from UCLA highlighting the extent of the destruction. In Altadena, nearly 80% of the Rubio Cañon Land & Water … Read more
Tom Girardi, once a celebrated attorney, has fallen from grace after being found guilty of stealing millions from his clients. This shocking turn of events has not only tarnished his legacy but also turned into a major scandal that has captured public attention, especially among fans of reality television. In a new podcast titled "L.A. … Read more
Tom Girardi, once a celebrated attorney, is now at the center of a scandal that has rocked the legal world and captured the attention of reality TV fans. Known for his high-profile cases, Girardi was recently found guilty of embezzling millions from his own clients. This shocking downfall has not only raised questions about his … Read more
Tom Girardi, once a celebrated attorney, has fallen from grace after being found guilty of stealing millions from his clients. This shocking turn of events has not only impacted the legal world but has also intertwined with the realm of reality television, particularly the "Real Housewives" franchise. In a new podcast titled "L.A. Crimes: The … Read more
When Andony Corleto joined California’s Conservation Fire Camp Program as an inmate, he faced a tough reality. His criminal record meant he would struggle to find a job with any fire department after his release. “Thousands of people like me have had their trial by fire, only to be released and been told that it’s … Read more
The Trump administration is intensifying its crackdown on alleged antisemitism in higher education, with plans to take legal action against the University of California (UC) system. Leo Terrell, a senior counsel at the Justice Department, announced that a multiagency task force is preparing to file "massive lawsuits" against the UC system and several other universities … Read more
California is facing a significant challenge as groundwater levels in the Colorado River Basin continue to decline rapidly. Recent satellite data has revealed alarming trends that could have serious implications for water supply in the region. This issue is particularly pressing as California grapples with ongoing drought conditions and increasing demand for water. The Colorado … Read more
Ian James, a dedicated reporter, is focusing on crucial issues surrounding water and climate change in California and the Western United States. Since joining the Los Angeles Times in 2021, he has brought attention to these pressing topics, which are vital for the region’s future. Before his time at the Times, James worked as an … Read more
