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University Times

The student news site of California State University - Los Angeles

University Times

The student news site of California State University - Los Angeles

University Times

Matthew N. Crawford stands in front of the Vermont Square Public Library in Los Angeles, Calif.

From ‘problem child’ to reputable South L.A. leader, businessman

Jackson Tammariello, Community News Reporter October 4, 2023

A stable living situation was unknown to Matthew N. Crawford in his youth. Growing up poor was difficult, and uncertainty was ever present. “My mom would literally eat apples the last few days of...

An image of a stadium with the NFL letters and logo on top from the city of Inglewood site.

Some Chargers fans bitter over higher food prices

Saadia Jones, Community News Reporter November 17, 2022

While Chargers fans have enjoyed a dramatic season so far, some are not happy with the prices of concession items at the stadium during home games. “Beer used to be $3 or $4 pre-pandemic,” Debbie...

A photo of Sydy Styles, a family-owned women's clothing store.

Inglewood small business blames Starbucks for drop in sales

Saadia Jones, Community News Reporter November 17, 2022

As if pandemic-related closures and more recently, inflation, weren’t enough, gentrification is taking a toll on Inglewood and businesses such as Sydy Styles Fashion, a women's clothing store. That's...

Abortion rights supporters protest on the streets with signs.

Prop. 1: Access and affordability of abortion services are on the line in the November election

Denis Akbari and Asha Johnson October 17, 2022

Supporters of a statewide ballot measure to widen access to and affordability of reproductive healthcare say it is a basic human right while opponents offer preventative measures for abortion. Proposition...

An image of a stadium with the NFL letters and logo on top from the city of Inglewood site.

Inglewood councilman: City is poised for growth with new stadiums and venues

Saadia Jones, Community News Reporter September 27, 2022

Inglewood Councilman Alex Padilla is brimming with excitement about the new Inuit Dome stadium in Inglewood. While some naysayers worry it will continue driving up housing prices and burdening existing...

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