Rachel Thompson
Rachel Thompson thrives in the fast-paced world of breaking news, delivering accurate and timely updates on national and global events. Her career spans coverage of natural disasters, elections, and major social movements. In her downtime, Rachel enjoys writing fiction and baking.
Expertise: Breaking news, disaster response, human rights issues.
Education: Bachelor’s in Communication, Northwestern University.
Protest Against Trump Deportation Policies in Inland Empire
Over 200 individuals took to the streets of downtown Ontario on a Saturday morning to rally against the Trump administration's plans for what is...
David Johansen, New York Dolls Frontman, Passes Away at 75
David Johansen, the charismatic and vibrant frontman of the iconic proto-punk band New York Dolls, has passed away at the age of 75. He...
Potential Takeover: Selling California to Denmark
In a whimsical twist of international affairs, the idea of selling California to Denmark has captured the imagination of many Americans, providing a lighthearted...
Demand for Action Against False Claims of Indigenous Ancestry
Maylei Blackwell, a UCLA professor known for her work focusing on Indigenous and Chicana women’s voices, found herself at the center of a controversy...
Unraveling Cosmic Inflation: New JPL Space Mission Exploration
Before there was light, before life on Earth, before the galaxies, and even before the Big Bang, our universe experienced a period of rapid...
Antisemitism Task Force to Visit UCLA and USC
The Department of Justice recently announced plans for a federal task force to combat antisemitism on college campuses across the United States. This task...
Conflict between Park Rangers and Australians over Rare Earth Minerals in Mojave Gold Mine
The Mojave National Preserve, located in California, has become a battleground for a conflict between park rangers and Australian mining company, Dateline Resources Ltd.,...
Senators Call for Hearing on Inhumane Migrant Treatment
Senators Urge Senate Judiciary Committee to Address Treatment of Detained MigrantsIn response to the troubling decision by the Trump administration to house detained migrants...
Protecting Yourself from Measles Exposure at LAX
In the midst of a concerning surge in measles cases across the nation, public health officials have confirmed a case of the highly contagious...
Trump and Vance berate Zelensky in Oval Office
In an unprecedented turn of events, an intense diplomatic standoff unfolded in the Oval Office, where President Trump and Vice President JD Vance publicly...
USC Removes DEI Content Amid Trump’s Campus Diversity Crackdown
USC Takes Steps Amid Federal DEI CrackdownThe Trump administration's recent push to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs across schools has sent shockwaves...
California Bar Exam Faces Lawsuit Due to Glitchy Rollout
Chaos and Confusion Surround California Bar Exam Due to Technical FailuresTest takers eager to practice law in California encountered a week of turmoil as...
Kristin Crowley Appeals Dismissal by Mayor Karen Bass
Former Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley is taking a bold step by appealing Mayor Karen Bass' decision to dismiss her due to her...
L.A. Temperature Records Broken by Winter Heat Spike
Southern California experienced an unexpected twist in its winter weather this week, shattering five temperature records on Thursday due to a potent high-pressure system...
Global Outrage Sparks over Mass NOAA & NWS Firings
As the sun rose on Thursday, a wave of uncertainty swept through the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Weather Service...
Decline in Hollywood diversity despite audience demand: Study findings
A recent study examining Hollywood's top films of 2024 has uncovered a concerning trend of declining diversity in the industry, despite clear evidence of...
Unbuilt $24M Huntington Park Pool: Where Did the Money Go?
In 2019, plans were unveiled with great excitement for the construction of an aquatics center in Huntington Park, featuring an Olympic-size pool to benefit...
Gene Hackman Honored by Francis Ford Coppola and George Takei
Legendary actor Gene Hackman, known for his iconic roles in films such as "The French Connection" and "Unforgiven," tragically passed away at the age...
Hollywood’s Background Actors Shine in One-Night Spotlight
As Hollywood's Background Actors Shine in One-Night SpotlightHollywood's background actors are the unsung heroes of the entertainment industry, often overlooked but essential in bringing...
Gene Hackman: Remembering the Everyman Oscar Winner
Gene Hackman, the beloved Oscar-winning actor known for his iconic roles in films like "Bonnie and Clyde," "The French Connection," and "Unforgiven," tragically passed...