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USC announces new provost after monthslong search
David Madigan, a professor at Northeastern University, will replace Andrew Guzman on Oct. 13.
October 18, 2026
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Foster youth lawsuit against Los Angeles County allowed to proceed
By Kyndal Foster and Nicole Elena Figueroa
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Ezra Frech brings disability awareness to the ‘Dancing with the Stars’ stage
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Three years after Pacific Coast Highway crash, ‘Our Girls’ legacy continues to drive push for safer roads
As Malibu marks the anniversary of the deaths of four Pepperdine students, advocates point to safety improvements, ongoing grief and a looming trial.
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Pacific Coast Highway Tire Memorial
Along the highway itself, “ghost tires” stand as another reminder. Initiated by city officials and residents, the tire memorial along PCH bears handwritten messages, flowers, and photographs — a visible promise that their loss will not be forgotten.
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Former USC student facing felony charges seeks mental health diversion
The suspect was charged with assault involving a deadly weapon, after allegedly striking a USC professor in the face with a water bottle back in 2024.
By Andriana Yatsyshyn and Scott Hills
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Amid Cornell controversy, USC says it’s ‘committed to a safe and supportive campus’
By Vicente Javier Cruz, Violetta Fajardo, Leilani Powell, and Riley Lantin
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