Khimberly Zavaleta died from natural causes: Officials
The LA County Medical Examiner ruled that 12-year-old Khimberly Zavaleta died of natural causes from a spontaneously ruptured cerebellar arteriovenous malformation (AVM), a pre-existing birth condition. The ruling goes against calls for justice for Khimberly, who was hit in the head with an aluminum water bottle by an alleged school bully.
The LA County Medical Examiner ruled that 12-year-old Khimberly Zavaleta died of natural causes from a spontaneously ruptured cerebellar arteriovenous malformation (AVM), a pre-existing birth condition. The ruling goes against calls for justice for Khimberly, who was hit in the head with an aluminum water bottle by an alleged school bully.
Tennis icon Billie Jean King graduates from Cal State LA
Tennis icon Billie Jean King graduated from Cal State LA at age 82.
Tennis icon Billie Jean King graduated from Cal State LA at age 82.
Pre-existing brain condition, not school fight, caused 12-year-old's death, coroner says
The LA County Medical Examiner ruled that 12-year-old Khimberly Zavaleta died of natural causes from a pre-existing brain condition, upending a case tied to a school bullying incident and murder arrest.
The LA County Medical Examiner ruled that 12-year-old Khimberly Zavaleta died of natural causes from a pre-existing brain condition, upending a case tied to a school bullying incident and murder arrest.
AGBU students turn national academic title into a community victory
Students from AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School in Canoga Park secured a historic victory, winning the 2025–26 United States Academic Decathlon Small Schools Virtual National Competition.
Students from AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School in Canoga Park secured a historic victory, winning the 2025–26 United States Academic Decathlon Small Schools Virtual National Competition.
Local students win national Academic Decathlon title
A team of students from AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School in Canoga Park has won the 2025–26 United States Academic Decathlon Small Schools Virtual National Competition.
A team of students from AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School in Canoga Park has won the 2025–26 United States Academic Decathlon Small Schools Virtual National Competition.
LAUSD updates tech policy
The LAUSD is now asking for public feedback.
The LAUSD is now asking for public feedback.
Sky-high diesel costs have school districts scrambling to keep buses running
Diesel prices in the U.S. have soared 67% since December and that is putting a strain on many school districts’ budgets.
Diesel prices in the U.S. have soared 67% since December and that is putting a strain on many school districts’ budgets.
School officials warn of dangerous 'Eating Orbeez' social media trend
Local school officials are warning parents about a dangerous "Eating Orbeez"social media trend that can be fatal for children.
Local school officials are warning parents about a dangerous "Eating Orbeez"social media trend that can be fatal for children.
Canvas system back online after cyberattack disrupted thousands of schools
Tens of thousands of students studying for final exams around the world Friday regained access to Canvas after a cyberattack knocked it offline. Here's what to know.
Tens of thousands of students studying for final exams around the world Friday regained access to Canvas after a cyberattack knocked it offline. Here's what to know.
Canvas hack impacts millions of students ahead of finals
Canvas, a widely used school learning platform, was reportedly been hacked and is experiencing outages, causing problems for thousands of universities nationwide.
Canvas, a widely used school learning platform, was reportedly been hacked and is experiencing outages, causing problems for thousands of universities nationwide.
Metro D line extension opens: New Wilshire subway stations begin service
Metro opened three new D Line subway stations at La Brea, Fairfax, and La Cienega on Friday, marking a major milestone in the $10 billion Wilshire corridor expansion.
Metro opened three new D Line subway stations at La Brea, Fairfax, and La Cienega on Friday, marking a major milestone in the $10 billion Wilshire corridor expansion.
Professor will.i.am completes first Arizona State semester on Agentics AI
will.i.am completed his first semester teaching an AI course at Arizona State University focused on “Agentics AI" and his FYI App.
will.i.am completed his first semester teaching an AI course at Arizona State University focused on “Agentics AI" and his FYI App.
Will.i.am wraps 1st semester of teaching at ASU
Adding to his long list of accomplishments, Black Eyed Peas frontman will.i.am just completed his first semester as an AI professor at Arizona State University.
Adding to his long list of accomplishments, Black Eyed Peas frontman will.i.am just completed his first semester as an AI professor at Arizona State University.
LA Angels host 3,500 students for 'Steam Day'
The Los Angeles Angels and Science of Sport hosted Southern California students for a field trip that covered educational concepts such as math, physics, engineering and technology. Pitcher Ben Joyce was at the "Steam Day" to join kids in the hands-on sports science activities.
The Los Angeles Angels and Science of Sport hosted Southern California students for a field trip that covered educational concepts such as math, physics, engineering and technology. Pitcher Ben Joyce was at the "Steam Day" to join kids in the hands-on sports science activities.
Altadena teacher surprised after losing home and classroom in Eaton Fire
During Teacher Appreciation Week, FOX 11 and Greatfull Mail surprised Altadena teacher Lisa Muthiah with heartfelt messages and a gift in recognition of her dedication after losing her home and classroom in the Eaton Fire.
During Teacher Appreciation Week, FOX 11 and Greatfull Mail surprised Altadena teacher Lisa Muthiah with heartfelt messages and a gift in recognition of her dedication after losing her home and classroom in the Eaton Fire.
Altadena instructor honored for teacher appreciation week
Ms. Lisa got a nice surprise for teacher appreciation week. This comes as she was one of many from Altadena who lost everything in the Eaton Fire from 2025.
Ms. Lisa got a nice surprise for teacher appreciation week. This comes as she was one of many from Altadena who lost everything in the Eaton Fire from 2025.
Canvas reportedly hacked by ShinyHunters, claiming data breach
Canvas, a widely used learning management system by Instructure, experienced outages Thursday afternoon.
Canvas, a widely used learning management system by Instructure, experienced outages Thursday afternoon.
School phone bans have little impact on academics or behavior, new study finds
The largest study to date on school cell phone bans is showing mixed outcomes. Here's what the researchers found.
The largest study to date on school cell phone bans is showing mixed outcomes. Here's what the researchers found.
Feds probe LAUSD over alleged reassignment of teachers accused of sexual misconduct
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating LAUSD policies regarding the reassignment of teachers accused of sexual misconduct and Title IX violations.
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating LAUSD policies regarding the reassignment of teachers accused of sexual misconduct and Title IX violations.
Parents raise concerns over LGBTQ-themed school festival at a high school in East Los Angeles
Parents at Esteban E. Torres High School contacted FOX 11, upset about a school festival featuring LGBTQ-themed activities and performances.
Parents at Esteban E. Torres High School contacted FOX 11, upset about a school festival featuring LGBTQ-themed activities and performances.