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Annenberg Radio News talked with members of the Black Student Assembly to hear about what it takes to produce such a successful event.

USC’s Fisher Museum of Art is currently hosting the “MLK in Los Angeles” exhibition with the USC Center for Black Culture and Student Affairs.

Ever since an Altadena woman won billions from the Powerball in November, the lottery has been on Californian’s minds; We asked students what they would buy if they were in her place.

On September 12th, 1970, The University of Alabama’s Crimson Tide was still racially segregated; This soon changed after losing to USC’s all-Black backfield.

February 1st marks the first day of Black History Month on campus. Students today kicked off celebrations at Tommy's Place at the Tutor Campus Center, announcing events and activities for the month, as well as speakers from a number of organizations on campus. Spencer Cline has the story.

Quarterback Tom Brady announces his retirement again the NFL. Will he finally leave the cleats on the field this time? Narayan Pereda has the story.

Popular artists Cordae and Anderson Paak released a new song last week and as Isa Johnson says the album cover features two faces you may recognize. 

The USC Undergraduate Student Government has announced the candidates for the annual spring election. Previous voter turnout hasn’t quite met the group’s expectations. Why aren’t students visiting the polls? Anthony Clingerman has the answer.

If you have been on Sidechat, likely seen the word “Shryft” thrown around. Shryft stands for shared Lyft the new replacement to the free Lyft program. This change is quite the topic of controversy on USC campus, we spoke with students to get their opinions on the unpopular new change.

If you have been on Sidechat, likely seen the word "Shryft" thrown around. Shryft stands for shared lyft the new replacement to the free Lyft program. This change is quite the topic of controversy on USC campus, we spoke with students to get their opinions on the unpopular new change. Here's Cami Twomey with the story.

One of USC’s most unique events of the year is back! Janey Zhang has more on how USC students collaborated with NASCAR to help bring awareness of the event to more students.

A new social media platform has granted USC students an anonymous voice. Here's Anthony Slade with the scoop.

For most students, the holiday break can be a great opportunity to reconnect with family and visit hometowns. However, not all students are able to go home, and others choose not to, which leaves students wondering how to fill the time. Arya Desai reports.

At the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Beverly Hills. kids from across L.A. gather to sing dance and learn. These interactive classes teach the kids everything from salsa dance to musical theater. The best part it's free and open to all kids especially in the wake of the pandemic and decreased funding for the arts in public schools Charlotte Phillipp reports.

Protestors are continuing to put pressure on the Los Angeles city council members, fighting for meetings to stop, months after a leaked tape revealed offensive, insulting language and a gerrymandering plot. Philip Salata has the story.

Spotify Wrapped season is officially upon us, but the viral streaming service is not the only thing providing us with a unique look into our listening habits. A 20-year-old USC Student has achieved major success with a personal coding project that has taken social media by storm. Taylor Contarino has the story. 

The World Cup is a notorious event that historically has brought nations together. However, the 2022 Games host country has found themselves dealing with human rights concerns. 

USC students sat shoulder-to-shoulder trying to squeeze into the middle of Wallis Annenberg Hall to watch the World Cup matches being shown on the gigantic TV screens as their countries faced off in sport's biggest stage. Even non-soccer fans at USC are tuning into the games to see the world's best compete, as Stefano Fendrich reports.

Last night, USC held a candlelight vigil to honor the lives lost in the fires in Urumqi China. Ten people died in this fire. Bocheng A has more.

A new podcast that aims to destigmatize diabetes and educate people on what it is is changing lives one episode at a time. Megan Duncan has the story. 

A new podcast that aims to destigmatize diabetes and educate people on what it is is changing lives one episode at a time. Megan Duncan has the story. 

Throughout the past few months, protests have been held around the world against Iran's Islamic regime. One of those very protests occurred today on USC's campus. Annenberg Media spoke to Persian students about their thoughts on the ongoing revolution.

All eyes are on the World Cup, taking place in Qatar right now. Countries like Argentina, Senegal and England have secured spots in the knockout stage. That also includes the U.S. Men's National Team, who defeated Iran one-to-nil just yesterday. But as Ian Roddy reports, the gritty play on the field wasn't the only conflict between the countries involved.

One of Hawaii's most prominent volcanos started erupting on Monday evening. Aside from the general safety factor, the volcano holds itself as a relic for many native Hawaiians. Spencer Cline has more the story.

Palm Springs might be known as a luxury vacation spot. But many don't know about the history of the city's Section 14 civil rights violations. Today, many survivors came forward seeking restitution at a press conference in Leimert Park. Mya Mariey Vinnett was on the scene.