

Frances graduated from the USC Annenberg School for Communication & Journalism with Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa honors. She also received a second bachelor's degree in Business. She reported & anchored for ATVN, hosted both morning & evening talk shows for Trojan Vision, and interned for CNN in LA & Beijing, E! News, E! Online, and KABC-TV. As a journalist, she loves the opportunity to meet and interact with people that she may not have crossed paths with otherwise. She also loves Harry Potter, all things Disney, eating, and tweeting!
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Ground Broken for New Kaufman School of Dance
The three-story building will be the home of the Kaufman School of Dance, named after prominent philanthropist Glorya Kaufman.
Repairs for South L.A. Sidewalks Take Step Forward
While money budgeted for sidewalk repairs goes unspent, Councilmember Bernard Parks is using discretionary funds to smooth over the problem.
NASA Developing New Technologies to Send Humans to Mars
The scientists said they are faced with many challenges.
Investigators Look Into Alleged LAPD Shooter's Motive
The suspect has been identified as Daniel Yealu.
Driving Course Demonstrations Raise Awareness About Distracted Driving
Students at Burmingham High School listened to stories of family members who lost relatives to distracted driving.
Organizers Urge Water Conservation Across the Nation
Mayors across the nation are challenging Americans to save more water.
Undocumented Immigrants Rally Against All Deportations
Nearly 200 immigrant workers and allies gathered to protest President Obama's deportation practices.
Gas Leak Suspected in NYC Apartment Explosion
We spoke with a student at the Manhattan School of Music who was near the scene.
General Motors Offers Compensation after Recall
The company is offering free loaners or a 500 dollar credit for a new GM vehicle.
Unemployed Residents Demand Accountability From Deloitte
The unemployed blamed the consulting firm for a computer system that "does not work."