YOYO has big dreams for NPR’s Tiny Desk
USC senior Yohanna Bauerdorf, known as “YOYO”, and her band are gaining traction after they entered a contest run by NPR and their music was highlighted on air.
Measles resurgence: Is the U.S. prepared?
The United States is experiencing the second-worst measles outbreak in more than two decades, and doctors are worried.
U.S. and El Salvador both refuse to return wrongly deported man
A Maryland man is stuck in legal limbo between the Trump administration and El Salvador’s president.
Student visas revoked across the country
As visa revocations ripple through California campuses, USC’s international students brace for uncertainty.
Demonstrators represent Cesar Chavez Day
The last day of March marks Cesar Chavez Day, which seeks to honor the legacy of the Mexican American activist. Chavez fought for the rights of farm workers and unions through nonviolent strikes, boycotts and marches.
Fraternity hosts vigil for USC student after fatal Cybertruck crash
The university community mourns after a sophomore died over the Thanksgiving holiday break.
Decades-long Conquest Week traditions altered due to new encampment restrictions
Student handbook additions following last spring’s encampments have implicated the traditional defense of University statues preceding the USC-UCLA football showdown.
Experts stress importance of Los Angeles local elections: “You must get involved, and you must pay attention”
Seats in the City Council, Board of Education and District Attorney’s office will all be at stake this week, and the results of the election will impact Angelenos’ daily lives.
Bringing back Hollywood: Gov. Newsom seeks to expand tax credit program for film and television in California
The proposal incentivizes film productions to stay in California through government funding.
USC Song Girls rename to Song Leaders in hopes of promoting inclusivity
The “Ambassadors” of school spirit are now called the “USC Song Leaders,” leading to mixed reactions among members of the USC community.
USC Jewish student organizations host vigil for October 7 victims
USC Hillel, Chabad, the Shoah Foundation and Trojans for Israel gathered at Hahn Plaza on Monday night in remembrance of the Hamas attack on Israel.
USC Poll finds Californians support Harris more than they did Biden
The poll, which was conducted with CSU Long Beach and Cal Poly Pomona, also found that Katie Porter is an early frontrunner for the 2026 California gubernatorial election.
