March – April 2000 Issue

Nicholas, 17, says that interviewing four teens in jail showed him that we must listen to and learn from their stories.

Interim Superintendent Ramon Cortines is trying to solve problems at the troubled Los Angeles Unified School District.

Christy got to interview the member of her fave band and got the low down on EVERYTHING!

A shocking but true story of dating violence shows the suffering that some teens experience when they get involved in a violent relationship.

“I’ve never ever seen anybody hit anybody before, like a woman … he slapped my head really hard that I swear to God I felt my brain tilt to the side? …”

FOR VICTIMS If you answer yes to two or more of these questions, you are in an abusive relationship or

LACAAW gives teens in violent relationships advice and information.

We need to be tough to ensure public safety, says Elizabeth, 16.

Some of our winners say yes because they’ve had enough violence while others say no because teens can still change.

For incredible deals, haggling, people-watching and tasty treats from street vendors, Ambar and Shaggy recommend the downtown fashion district and Santee Alley.

At 25, Sophie La said she feels lucky to be able to create her visions of elegance