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Yesterday, USC’s Center for Black Cultural and Student Affairs hosted the SC Family Reunion in McCarthy Quad, bringing students together to enjoy music, vendors, and community while honoring the 100th year of Black History Month. From preserving cultural games to supporting Black-owned businesses, the event highlighted how history, excellence, and entrepreneurship shape the future.

A little over a year after the most devastating series of fires in Los Angeles County history, more is being revealed about how the Eaton fire disproportionately affected Altadena's Black community. A combination of poor organizational practices on the county level, along with years of segregation and redlining, led to nearly half of Altadena's Black Community either seeing their homes get...

2026 marks 50 years of celebrating Black History Month. Across USC, festivities honor the legacy of Black Americans, but understanding that history goes beyond the celebrations. We spoke with Dr. Francille Wilson from USC’s American Studies and Gender and Sexuality Studies departments to learn how Black history is taught, remembered, and carried forward every day.

In an event put on by the Beauty Cosmetics Club of USC, beauty influencer Toni Bravo came to speak to student on the world of beauty influencing. Bravo shares how she has created a strong community through her unique way of storytelling on social media.

It's important that Black authors are given platforms to illustrate the Black experience and culture from their lived perspectives. We spoke with two Black authors who hope to inspire, educate, and entertain readers through their writing.

Black radio has shaped culture, sparked conversation, and connected communities for nearly a century. These stations have been platforms for music, activism, and Black voices that demand to be heard. Black radio continues to support the growth and legacy of music genres like R&B, Soul, and Hip-Hop...successfully cultivating Black culture in the media.

Earlier today, student housing companies paid a visit to campus, setting up booths on Trousdale Parkway. With students signing leases at a rapid rate, preferred rooms could be full by March, according to some leasing managers. The companies took this opportunity to outline the best way and time for students to sign a lease. Maria Laguna has the story.

Today is the four-year anniversary of the Russian-Ukrainian war. We spoke to Andriana Yatsyshyn, a Ukrainian student, about how Ukrainians are reckoning with the war while Donald Trump's promises of peace for the country continue to fall through.

L.A. Unified School District superintendent Alberto Carvalho made headlines this morning when his office at LAUSD headquarters and San Pedro home were raided by the FBI. We sent a reporter to the scene, but had no luck...it was silent. Lizzy Liautaud spoke with Conan Nolan, an NBC reporter who has spent his career covering political and public affairs to learn more.

Yesterday evening, President Donald Trump delivered his State of the Union Address from the House Chamber, where he boasted about how, during his presidency, the US has achieved economic gains and international domination. In some standout moments from the evening, Democratic Representatives protested the President in various ways, the most notable of which included Representative Al Green of Texa...

The Daily Trojan recently made some changes to their AI policy. This comes after the newsroom received numerous AI-generated articles which they did not publish.

Today marks four years since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine. At the time L.A.'s Ukrainian American community pulled together to donate supplies to the Ukrainian people, and to welcome and support those who fled to the United States. Four years later the war continues, with millions of estimated casualties and no end in sight. The Trump administration promised to end the war, but so far t...

A flash mob of USC dance students boogies their way through the Media Center Tuesday afternoon for a midterm evaluation.

Nurses at USC Keck hospital are on day five of their planned seven day strike. They began picketing last Thursday. The nurses are demanding better benefits, including a greater choice of health plans.

More than forty million people across the Northeast United States are under extreme winter alerts. Winter Storm Hernando touched down yesterday. The storm has led to the cancellation of over ten thousand flights and is considered one of the largest storms in recent history. But the storm isn't just affecting the East Coast. Extreme weather conditions on are complicating travel for everyone --...

This morning, the US State Department expanded a "Shelter In Place" travel advisory for Mexico. The advisory follows the Mexican military killing drug lord Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, better known as "El Mencho." About two-thirds of Mexico was affected by violence following the killing. By this afternoon. Mexican authorities appear to have restored order in many cities....

Have you heard of Punch the baby monkey? The seven-month old baby macaque has won the hearts of viewers all over the world. In videos circulating on X, TikTok, and Facebook, Punch is seen cuddling his stuffed animal for comfort. But why is Punch the monkey so cute? Dr. Ashley Uyeshiro Simon has insight.

The 2026 Winter Olympic games wrapped up yesterday. The U.S finished strong winning 33 medals and making it the 2nd country with the most medals won behind Norway. Despite not being considered a cold state, California was well represented at the games.

USC is known for its focus and connections in the entertainment industry. In keeping with the times, as Hollywood is moving to digital, so is the USC student body. As you've probably seen on your "For You Page" and on the "Explore Page," many SC students are taking to social media to share their lives. From Day in My Life content to "What I eat in a Day" videos, T...

Looking for last-minute plans this weekend? Need an excuse to explore the city? Or simply needing a reason to go out? If you have an opening this Sunday, several museums will take part in the annual Free-for-All day, hosted by SoCal Museums.

The most recent major development regarding Jeffery Epstein affiliation finds former English royalty facing sever legal action, prompting many to wonder, when will the United States begin to start taking accountability seriously?

Yesterday marked one year since the Los Angeles United School District implemented its "bell-to-bell" phone ban, requiring all students in LA County to have their devices turned off and out of sight until the end of the school day. The phone ban has faced mixed reception.

The Los Angeles Unified School District expects roughly 657 job cuts after a 4 to 3 board vote this week that led tp layoffs for central and regional office staff. With LAUSD already facing tight budget issues, how will the layoffs affect schools across LA County?

This week has so far marked Lunar New Year, the beginning of Ramadan, and the start of Lent with Ash Wednesday today. The latter holiday is celebrated primarily by Catholics. Today, the USC community observed Ash Wednesday at the Caruso Catholic Center and in Alumni Park. Vicente Cruz has the story.

Actor and Director Kristen Stewart recently purchased the historic 100-year-old Highland Theatre, which abruptly closed nearly two years ago. Annenberg Media's Vicente Cruz spoke with Charlie Fisher, vice president of the Highland Park American Trust about the recent purchase.