Two good LA stories were produced for USC’s TV station ATVN by two of my smart Annenberg students–one present, the other former. Since I only teach print journalism and these are broadcast stories, I can’t claim even the tiniest bt of influence on either. But, I thought you might enjoy seeing what some smart kids at Annenberg TV News are producing.

One story is about Tuesday’s controversial decision to allow a bunch of new oil drilling in a neigborhood in Baldwin Hills, but also to apply additional evironmental regulations

Here’s a clip from the LA Times version of the story.

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to regulate controversial new drilling at an oil field in southwest Los Angeles, a decision that came after a contentious three-hour public hearing and despite the protests of nearby residents.

The unanimous vote effectively clears the way for Plains Exploration & Production Co., or PXP, to drill 24 wells this year, starting in a month. The plan allows for 600 new wells over the next 30 years in the Baldwin Hills area.

Now here’s what USC’s Mat Mendez had to say:

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The second story is about a hunger strike called “Fast for Our Future” taking place at La Placita in downtown Los Angeles. It will last until the presidential election, it’s purpose is to draw attention to immigrants rights, but also as part of a GOTV push for LA’s Latinos.

Here’s what USC’s Marin Austin did on the story.