Southern California Gets Blood Moon Show Tuesday Morning
Early risers across Southern California can watch the moon turn deep red during a total lunar eclipse Tuesday morning. No special equipment needed, just look up and enjoy nature's light show.
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LA's Clean Power Alliance Now Serves 3 Million People
Southern California's largest clean energy provider just hit a major milestone while helping communities rebuild from devastating wildfires. The alliance now powers 3 million homes and businesses with renewable energy, with two-thirds choosing 100% green power.
USC's Black History Month Reunion Draws 1,500 to Celebrate
The University of Southern California brought together 1,500 students, faculty and staff for a joyful Black History Month celebration honoring a century of cultural preservation. Live gospel music, soul food and inspiring speeches created an unforgettable family reunion atmosphere on campus.
USC Celebrates 100 Years of Black History Month with Reunion
The University of Southern California brought hundreds of students together for a joyful celebration honoring a century of Black History Month. Music, Black-owned vendors, and cultural traditions filled McCarthy Quad as the campus community gathered to recognize past achievements and future possibilities.
California Wildflowers Bloom One Month Early This Year
Southern California's wildflowers are putting on a spectacular show a full month ahead of schedule, with deserts and grasslands already bursting with color. Unusual rainfall patterns are giving nature lovers an unexpected early gift this spring.
California Beaches Grew 500 Acres in 40 Years
Southern California's coastline defied predictions by expanding more than 500 acres over four decades, despite urban development and dams that scientists expected would shrink beaches. New satellite technology reveals beaches are growing in unexpected places, offering hope for smarter coastal management.
Latinas Raise $5K+ With Traditional Ribbon Braids
Two women in Southern California are turning traditional ribbon braids into a powerful fundraiser for immigrant families. More than 1,000 people have received trenzas while raising thousands for community relief.
San Diego Water District Builds $11M EV Charging Hub
A Southern California water district is opening one of the region's largest electric vehicle charging depots this spring, with enough capacity to power 87 vehicles and share resources with neighboring agencies. The $11 million facility shows how smart planning and grant funding can overcome the biggest barrier to fleet electrification.
USC Scientists Find Brain Drug to Fight Alzheimer's
Researchers at the University of Southern California have created compounds that could calm brain inflammation tied to Alzheimer's disease while preserving normal brain function. The breakthrough targets a specific enzyme elevated in people with the APOE4 gene, the strongest genetic risk factor for the disease.
California Defense Firm Brings 5,500 Jobs in $1B Expansion
A Southern California defense tech company just announced a $1 billion campus expansion that will create 5,500 direct jobs by 2027. The move reinforces California's position as America's aerospace and defense innovation leader.