Tuesday, August 11

In the news:


Rotary Club luncheon highlights Iranian history, ongoing conflict

An activist and Westwood restaurant owner raised awareness about historical and current conflicts in Iran at a Thursday luncheon. The most recent United States-Iran conflict began Feb. Read more...

Photo: Farahanipour speaks at Delphi Greek Restaurant and Bar. The Iranian American activist discussed historical and present conflicts in Iran on Thursday. (Chenrui Zhang/Daily Bruin staff)


Dancer University teaches local salsa, bachata classes students don’t want to drop

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. Read more...

Photo: 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)


Armed suspect robbed victims at fraternity house, UCPD reports

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. Read more...

Photo: A UCPD car is parked. UCPD is investigating an armed robbery that occurred on Gayley Avenue on Thursday at 2:15 a.m. (Crystal Tompkins/Daily Bruin senior staff)



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. Read more...

Photo: A car parks in two-hour parking on the street. Students and faculty have reported difficulty obtaining permits to park on campus. (William Gauvin/Daily Bruin staff)


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. Read more...

Photo: Pedestrians pass by storefronts on Broxton Plaza. The director of programs and partnerships for the Westwood Village Improvement Association said the plaza’s pedestrian-centered design encourages more foot traffic. (William Gauvin/Daily Bruin staff)