News
June 13, 2026 8:04 p.m.
The exterior of the Wolfsglen is pictured. Dance instructor Nicole Gil said the restaurant asked to partner with her after seeing strong attendance at her beginner salsa and bachata classes in Broxton Plaza. (Kai Dizon/Assistant Photo editor)
After teaching Latin dances for 16 years, UCLA alumnus Nicole Gil is looking to build community in Westwood through new classes.
Dancer University, a Los Angeles-based Latin dance organization, hosted a salsa and bachata class in Westwood on May 23.
By Charlotte Martling
Crime
June 11, 2026 10:51 a.m.UCPD is investigating an armed robbery that occurred on Gayley Avenue on Thursday at 2:15 a.m.
A man with a firearm entered a fraternity house and took three people’s jewelry, according to a Clery Timely Warning alert.
By Amanda Velasco
Campus
June 7, 2026 12:54 p.m.Students, faculty frustrated with high parking costs, limited permit access
Second-year English student Scout Knight is one of many students who bring their car to campus during the school year.
However, Knight said she has not been able to secure a parking permit for the past two years and pays parking fees out of pocket multiple days a week.
By Avital Abramov
News
June 6, 2026 11:29 p.m.Broxton Plaza marks full year of pedestrian infrastructure for students, community
UCLA’s 2025-26 academic year marked Broxton Plaza’s first full year in operation, drawing positive reactions from students and business owners.
Broxton Plaza – a car-free area in Westwood Village, located at the intersection of Broxton Avenue and Weyburn Avenue – opened to pedestrians in February 2025.
By Charlotte Martling
Los Angeles
June 2, 2026 1:11 p.m.Mayoral candidate Nithya Raman meets with students in Westwood
Students gathered at Diddy Riese on May 26 for a meet and greet with Los Angeles mayoral candidate and City Councilmember Nithya Raman.
Bruin Democrats, who endorsed Raman earlier in May, hosted the event.
By Mya Ward
News
May 29, 2026 2:58 p.m.Ocean preservationists dive in to the effects of DDT dumping at Hammer Museum event
Researchers across academic disciplines should work together to address the negative impacts of human interactions with and educate people about marine ecosystems, ocean preservation activists said at a May 21 event.
By Donya Hassanshahi
News
May 25, 2026 11:42 p.m.Speciality hand-pulled noodle restaurant opens fourth LA area location in Westwood
Xibei Eatery, a Chinese hand-pulled noodle chain, opened in Westwood this spring.
With more than 380 locations across China, Xibei Eatery’s Westwood location is the fourth to open in the Los Angeles area.
By Avital Abramov
Los Angeles
May 18, 2026 10:47 a.m.Typhus cases rise in LA, precautions recommended for students, community
This post was updated May 20 at 10:52 a.m.
Flea borne typhus cases in Los Angeles County have reached an all-time high, according to an April report by LA County public health officials.
By Zoya Alam
Los Angeles
May 15, 2026 9:14 p.m.North Westwood Neighborhood Council recap – May 6
The North Westwood Neighborhood Council passed a community impact statement calling for improvements to the Westwood Boulevard Safety and Mobility project at its May meeting.
The council, which represents UCLA and Westwood Village, meets on the first Wednesday of every month at UCLA’s Weyburn Terrace.
By Charlotte Martling
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