Westminster teen accepted to 16 universities, including Ivy League schools
Sweet 16! A high school student in Westminster got accepted to more than a dozen universities -- including her dream school, Harvard University!
LASUD leaders tour classrooms as high schools reopen
LAUSD is one of the few urban school districts in California welcoming back high school students. The notable day was marked by a visit from some notable people.
Legal victory paving the way for return of high school sports being played indoors
"Let Them Play!" That's been the battle cry for coaches, families and student-athletes pushing to bring back all sports.
Legal victory paving the way for return of indoor sports
Let Them Play: That's been the battle cry for coaches, families and student-athletes pushing to bring back all sports.
LAUSD: All high school sports activities will be held outdoors
LAUSD said the district will resume participation CIF seasons 1 and 2, which includes football, baseball, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, track and cheer.
Orange County students sue Gov. Newsom in effort to reverse indoor high school sports restrictions
A group of Orange County high school athletes filed a lawsuit against Gov. Newsom on Monday to challenge his ban on indoor youth sports.
Orange County: Outdoor competitions like football, soccer and baseball Feb. 26
Orange County announced outdoor sporting events may return with certain modifications starting Friday, Feb. 26. The county initially reported the date as March 3, but corrected that information on Friday.
Lancaster student goes viral after tweeting about frustration to Gov. Newsom
High school athletes have lost time and opportunities because of the pandemic. One local football player was vocal on Twitter about it. Isaiah Navarro from Lancaster went viral after tweeting to California Gov. Gavin Newsom about his concerns of school and sports...blaming the governor for everything he and so many other students have missed out on. Navarro joins Elex and Christine to talk about his frustration and some new developments.
Student-athletes in Santa Ana Unified School District back for conditioning drills
While games are still called off, student-athletes are thrilled they're back and working out with their teammates.
'Let them play' rallies held across California to protest COVID-19 restrictions on youth sports
Dozens of rallies took place across California on Friday to protest pandemic-related restrictions on youth sports.
'Let them play' rallies held across California to protest COVID-19 restrictions on youth sports
Dozens of rallies took place across California on Friday to protest pandemic-related restrictions on youth sports.
LAUSD teams return for conditioning workouts
It may not seem like much, but it's one big step towards a return to some degree of COVID-19 normalcy.
The emotional toll of student athletes carrying on without sports
There will be no in-person learning this semester, which also means there will be no high school sports either. What kind of emotional toll will this be for student-athletes? And what if you were banking on an athletic scholarship to go to college?
California high school sports won't start until December or January, CIF says
High school sports in California won't begin their seasons until December or January due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the California Interscholastic Federation announced Monday.
Grad Standouts: Joe Matthews from Oaks Christian School with his powerful documentary
In any other year, they would be celebrated with pomp and circumstance, applauded, and cheered. But this year because of social distancing, schools aren’t able to hold graduation ceremonies. So Good Day LA is honoring graduating seniors from the ‘Class of Covid-19’ with a new segment called FOX 11’s Grad Standouts.
Sons of basketball superstars bring a sold-out crowd to Sierra Canyon High School
Chatworth's Sierra Canyon High School boy's basketball team earned a 52 point blowout win in their first home game of the season in front of a sold-out crowd against Granada Hills Charter Tuesday night.
Dr. Arthur C. Bartner is retiring after 50 years directing the USC Trojan Marching Band
In this podcast, we take a break from politics for a fascinating conversation with an iconic figure. Dr. Arthur C. Bartner is retiring after 50 years directing the USC Trojan Marching Band. He's transformed the band from a struggling group without an identity to an international institution. They've performed with some of the top stars all over the world. In this conversation with Elex Michaelson, Dr. Bartner discusses how he first got the job. He tells the story of how a performance with Diana Ross changed everything for him. And his all-time favorite moment? Creating a four-time platinum record with Fleetwood Mac. Dr. Bartner describes his directing style & what he plans to do next.
Female football player remembers her late mom
With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, sports teams often suit up with pink in play.That was the case at a high school in Chino where the mom of the team's female kicker was being remembered.
School Standouts: 16-year-old varsity football player credits God, faith for success on and off field
Varsity football player Anthony W. Spearman III, 16, credits God and his faith for his success on and off the field. He is currently a varsity running back at Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks and has gained a reputation for his intensity, leadership, willingness to learn and good character both on and off the field.
California law to limit youth football practices
California’s governor has signed a law limiting full-contact practices for youth football teams to reduce brain injuries.