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LAUSD will limit screen time for students at school. How will it work?

A board resolution requires the school district to develop a policy that will curb how much time kids spend on computers and tablets.

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A late-night labor deal averts LAUSD strike and keeps schools open. Here are the details

The unions representing teachers, support staff and school principals have called off Tuesday’s strike.

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LAUSD reaches labor deals with teachers, principals. Why schools could still be closed Tuesday

Educators are expected to honor picket lines Tuesday if a deal can't be reached with the union that represents school support staff.

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This week's LAUSD strike could close schools indefinitely. Here's what to know

Late negotiations have yet to secure a deal. If teachers, support staff and principals walk out, school will shut down for about 400,000 students.

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Why indie sensation Mitski is hosting sold-out shows at an LAUSD high school

For the students, it’s an opportunity to see a beloved artist at “our freaking school.” For the school, it’s a continuation of a “world famous” arts legacy.

LAUSD board votes to change school names, art tied to Cesar Chavez

A New York Times investigation found the famed labor leader Chavez sexually abused girls and women over many years.

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LAUSD board members call to rename schools honoring Cesar Chavez

The move comes in response to allegations that Chavez sexually abused girls and women in the United Farm Workers movement.

LAUSD's teacher and staff unions will strike if no deal is reached by mid-April

The open-ended strike almost certainly would shutter schools for about 400,000 students.

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LAUSD's temporary leader faces possible strike, key budget decisions

An interim superintendent has been tasked with leading the country’s second-largest school district through a series of pressing challenges.

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LAUSD superintendent seeks return after FBI raids. An investigation is ongoing

Lawyers representing Alberto Carvalho shared a statement on his behalf for the first time since federal agents searched his home and district offices in late February.

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The FBI raided the LAUSD superintendent's home. Why isn't the cause public?

LAist talked to legal experts to understand why the justification for the searches remains under wraps.

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Acting LAUSD superintendent gives first public comments, says ‘teaching and learning will continue’

The new interim leader has worked for the district for nearly three decades, most recently as chief of school operations.

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