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UCLA's major role in Getty's PST ART highlights art-science intersection

By West LA Times | May 22, 2024

UCLA artists, research centers, and public arts programs are making significant contributions to the Getty’s initiative PST ART, previously known as Pacific Standard Time. This year's event is themed “Art & Science Collide” and will engage audiences throughout Southern California. Supported by nearly $20 million in grants from the Getty, more than 60 exhibitions and a wide array of programs will address topics such as climate change, Indigenous knowledge, artificial intelligence, and eco-acoustic art.

Los Angeles expands nighttime recreation program showing significant success

By West LA Times | May 22, 2024

A survey of attendees in 2023 found that 93% felt safe at Parks After Dark. Of attendees who did not meet the recommended activity guidelines for their age, 76% participated in at least one exercise or sports program at Parks After Dark. The vast majority of those surveyed expressed high levels of satisfaction, with 97% saying they would attend again.

From LA Harbor News

Rep. Waters votes to count illegal aliens towards seats in Congress

By LA Harbor News | 6 months ago

U.S. Rep. Maxine Waters (D-CA) was joined by 201 other House Democrats in unanimously voting against the Equal Representation Act, which would prevent the inclusion of illegal aliens in the count for seats in the Electoral College.

Rep. Lieu votes to count illegal aliens towards seats in Congress

By West LA Times | May 21, 2024

U.S. Rep. Ted Lieu (D-CA) was joined by 201 other House Democrats in unanimously voting against the Equal Representation Act, which would prevent the inclusion of illegal aliens in the count for seats in the Electoral College.

Berry Gordy donates $5 million to establish music industry center at UCLA

By West LA Times | May 21, 2024

Berry Gordy, founder of the Motown record label, has pledged $5 million to establish the UCLA Berry Gordy Music Industry Center. The new center will launch in the 2024–25 academic year and aims to position the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music’s new music industry degree program as a national leader.

UCLA's Luskin Center partners with NOAA to establish heat resilience hub

By West LA Times | May 20, 2024

The Luskin Center for Innovation at UCLA will serve as a founding partner of the Center of Excellence for Heat Resilient Communities, a knowledge-sharing hub designed to identify and evaluate policies, protocols, and lessons for heat resilience. The center, which is funded by a $2.25 million grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), will concentrate on strategies for local, data-driven heat mitigation and management in disadvantaged communities.

Which former West LA Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 20?

By West LA Times | May 19, 2024

These former West LA Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 20.

West LA Times area weekly mass times

By West LA Times | May 18, 2024

The following parishes in the West LA Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Weekly recap, week ending May 11 home sales in Los Angeles County

By West LA Times | May 18, 2024

There were 53 reported residential sales in Los Angeles County in the week ending May 11, according to BlockShopper.com.

7% of citizens unemployed in Los Angeles County in 2021

By West LA Times | May 17, 2024

The unemployment rate in Los Angeles County hit 7% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

UCLA team uses Grand Theft Auto to envision Los Angeles in 2050

By West LA Times | May 16, 2024

In the year 2050, the Los Angeles River meanders peacefully, glistening under the sun's rays as the murmur of freeway traffic intertwines with the serene surroundings. On its banks, teenagers Kerstin and Yolanda form a pact to locate a missing electronic toy. Their mission and friendship are tested by their contrasting socioeconomic backgrounds.

Anaiya Mitchell, former Culver City High School softball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By West LA Times | May 16, 2024

Her team enters the tournament as a number eight seed.

Khalfani Coney, former Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

By West LA Times | May 16, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

Vince Dolcemaschio, former Windward School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

By West LA Times | May 16, 2024

They open the tournament against Penn State Behrend Lions.

Former Windward School standout Zack Lurie’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Baseball Championship starting Friday, May 17

By West LA Times | May 16, 2024

They open the tournament against Salve Regina Seahawks.

Former Windward School standout Luke Tanner’s collegiate team to play for NCAA D3 Baseball Championship starting Friday, May 17

By West LA Times | May 16, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

Wesley Wells, former Palisades Charter High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Baseball Championship

By West LA Times | May 16, 2024

First game takes place on Friday, May 17.

UCLA study reveals unmet mental health needs among adults with adverse childhood experiences

By West LA Times | May 15, 2024

A recent study by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research has found that adults who have experienced adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are not receiving adequate mental health care. According to the study, one in five California adults reported four or more ACEs, with this proportion being even higher among young adults and certain racial or ethnic groups.

Study reveals strategic, not polite, use of the word "please

By West LA Times | May 15, 2024

A recent study conducted by sociologists at UCLA has revealed that the usage of the word "please" does not always signify respect or politeness. The research found that "please" was used only 7% of the time, predominantly in situations where there was an inhospitable interactional environment to overcome.

Ben Lee, former Santa Monica High School baseball player will compete with his collegiate team for the NCAA D2 Baseball Championship

By West LA Times | May 15, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number four seed.