Civic Engagement

Feb. 26, 2026

LA Public Library Cancels 'Read Palestine' Week, Uninvites Authors

Organizers protest decision, say it violates library's duty to remain nonpartisan

Feb. 26, 2026

Justice Department Sues UCLA Over Antisemitism on Campus

Lawsuit alleges university failed to address harassment of Jewish students and faculty

Feb. 26, 2026

UCLA Violated Rights of All, Not Just Jews

The antisemitism at UCLA is a threat to everyone's civil rights, not just the Jewish community.

Feb. 25, 2026

UCLA Accused of Failing to Address Antisemitism on Campus

Department of Justice sues University of California, alleging Jewish and Israeli employees faced discrimination and hostile work environment

Feb. 23, 2026

UCLA Cancels Bari Weiss' Journalism Lecture Amid Student Protests

Weiss' appearance as the Daniel Pearl Memorial Lecturer sparked backlash from UCLA students.

Feb. 22, 2026

California Teens Stand Up for Trans Athletes' Right to Compete

Transgender students and their families face intense backlash as they fight to preserve inclusive sports policies in the state.

Feb. 22, 2026

California Probes LA County's Emergency Response to Deadly Fire

State Attorney General launches civil rights investigation into handling of 2025 Eaton Fire that killed 18 in West Altadena

Feb. 22, 2026

Activists Demand Removal of LA28 Chairman Over Epstein Ties

UltraViolet petition calls for Casey Wasserman's ouster after leaked emails with Ghislaine Maxwell

Feb. 21, 2026

CBS News Chief Bari Weiss Cancels UCLA Lecture Amid Security Concerns

Weiss was set to speak at the annual Daniel Pearl Memorial Lecture before withdrawing due to safety issues.

Feb. 17, 2026

Obama Calls LA Homelessness 'Atrocity', Criticizes 'Losing' Approach

Former president says current strategy to address crisis lacks political support

Feb. 15, 2026

Tens of Thousands Protest Iranian Regime in DTLA with Crown Princess

Exiled Iranian crown princess joins massive demonstration in downtown Los Angeles to show support for Iranians fighting Tehran's brutal Islamic regime.

Feb. 15, 2026

Hundreds March in Downtown LA to Support Iran Protesters

Demonstration causes major traffic delays in downtown LA

Feb. 13, 2026

Prince Harry Joins Families Suing YouTube & Meta Over Child Deaths

Duke of Sussex expresses solidarity with bereaved parents in historic legal challenge against social media giants.

Feb. 12, 2026

Los Angeles Teacher Fired After Helping Students During Protests

Ricardo Lopez says he was trying to prevent injuries, but school says he violated safety protocols.

Feb. 9, 2026

Black Officials Raise Concerns About Independent Black Media After Don Lemon's Arrest

Elected leaders and journalists discuss the vulnerability of Black reporters covering protests and dissent.

Feb. 8, 2026

Don Lemon Warns 'The Cost of Truth Is Rising' for Journalists

The former CNN anchor spoke about the importance of a free press and the threats faced by the First Amendment after his recent arrest while covering an anti-ICE protest.