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Gameday predictions: UCLA football has a chance to create its first winning streak against Nebraska on Saturday, but this week's Daily Bruin Sports predictors don't have as much faith, as all foresee another tally being added to UCLA's loss column.

Gameday predictions: UCLA vs. Nebraska - Daily Bruin Following its final bye week of the season, UCLA football (2-5, 1-4 Big Ten) will head to Memorial Stadium to face Nebraska (5-3, 2-3) with a shot at its second Big Ten win of the year.

Measure E, which will be on the ballot this election cycle for Los Angeles County voters, is an initiative aiming to raise property tax by $0.06 per square foot.

The money raised, estimated at around $152 million per year, is set to go to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.

LA County voters to decide on parcel tax to raise funds for county fire department - Daily Bruin This November, Los Angeles County voters will decide on whether to approve a parcel tax to raise funds for the county fire department. Measure E calls for a $0.06 increase in taxes per square foot of property, raising an estimated $152 million annually for the Los Angeles County Fire Department.

The Bruins had a chance at redemption after falling to the Trojans at the Galen Center two weeks ago.

But on Thursday, UCLA women's volleyball couldn't string much together. The Bruins fell in three to their crosstown rivals on Halloween.

UCLA women's volleyball falls to crosstown rival USC in straight sets - Daily Bruin Halloween is all about dressing up and roleplaying a “scary” character. And the Bruins seemed to have joined in on the festivities – suiting up in blue and gold – but couldn’t measure up to play the daunting part against their crosstown rivals.

UCLA football defense will have its work cut out for them Saturday against Dylan Raiola - the Nebraska quarterback often compared to Patrick Mahomes.

Meanwhile, the Cornhuskers' No. 16 defense may threated UCLA's offensive line.

UCLA football to challenge Nebraska 2 weeks after 1st Big Ten win of the season - Daily Bruin It was just last season that the Bruins had a five-star freshman starting under center. Fans rejoiced at the promise Dante Moore brought to Pasadena a little over a year ago.

"Vice President Harris, on the other hand, allows selflessness to guide not only her rhetoric but also many of her goals." | via Daily Bruin Opinion

A Difference of Opinion Columnists: The reasons why Kamala Harris is getting these writers' votes - Daily Bruin This post was updated Oct. 31 at 7:15 p.m. We are nearly at the eve of the 2024 American presidential election. As the field of candidates has crystallized and unprecedented historical events have reshaped the race for the White House, it’s clear this may be one of the most consequential election ...

"Considering divergences in both the curricula and attitudes of North and South Campus students, a clear line can be drawn between how students in both realms approach engagement with politics." | via Daily Bruin Opinion

Opinion: With election looming, STEM students have no luxury of distance from politics - Daily Bruin Election Day is rapidly approaching. Now is the time for us to cast our votes and select our country’s next wave of leaders. It is critical to reflect on our engagement with the political system.

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Alumnus-founded dance company Heidi Duckler Dance is examining “What Remains Un/Seen.” The performance, which will be hosted at the Wende Museum on Saturday, draws inspiration from the museum's garden as it explores the theme of surveillance.

Alumnus's dance company probes surveillance through choreographing the unseen - Daily Bruin This fall, an alumnus’s dance company is exploring what remains unseen. Heidi Duckler Dance will hold its performance of “What Remains Un/Seen” at the Wende Museum on Saturday, with the free showcase inspired by the museum’s ongoing “Counter/Surveillance: Control, Privacy, Agency” exhibi...

The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 3299 – which represents patient care and service workers across the UC – announced Thursday it had voted to authorize a strike.

UC service, patient care workers under AFSCME Local 2399 vote to authorize strike - Daily Bruin The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 3299 announced Thursday that members voted to authorize a strike. The union – which represents patient care and service workers across the UC – said in a press release that 99% of those who voted approved the strike.

On Oct. 22, the Undergraduate Students Association Council held its fourth October meeting. The council made three new appointments, several officers submitted their latest reports and funds were allocated to various campus groups.

USAC recap – Oct. 22 - Daily Bruin The Undergraduate Students Association Council held its fourth October meeting Oct. 22. USAC is the official student government representing the undergraduate student body at UCLA. Council meetings are open to all students and usually take place in person at the Bruin Viewpoint Room and on Zoom ever...

In an exhibition match against Cal State LA, showcased a starting lineup of four new players with a 100-64 win to open its season. Oregon State transfer and junior forward Tyler Bilodeau sunk 24 points to mark the win.

Men’s basketball transfers put on debut show in exhibition win over Cal State LA - Daily Bruin If UCLA fans weren’t familiar with the name Tyler Bilodeau, they are now. The junior forward paced the squad with 24 points in his debut as No.

Proposition 3 would guarantee the right to same-sex and in*******al marriage. California voters will vote on whether or not the proposition will be implemented into the state constitution.

Proposition 3 aims to guarantee right to same-sex marriage in state constitution - Daily Bruin California voters will vote on guaranteeing the right to same-sex marriage in the state constitution this November. If passed, Proposition 3 would effectively repeal Proposition 8 – which defined marriage as between a man and a woman in the California Constitution when it was passed in 2008.

After losing to No. 21 USC at the Galen Center two weeks ago, UCLA women's volleyball has an opportunity for revenge at Pauley Pavilion come Thursday night.

Ready for revenge, UCLA women's volleyball prepare for rival showdown - Daily Bruin The fate of the Bruins fell into the hands of the Trojans two weeks ago. But the challenges the former faced have since only strengthened their resolve.

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Battle of the Editors: As fall sports prepare to finish out their inaugural season in the Big Ten, the Daily Bruin Sports editors debate which athlete has made the biggest impact in their new conference.

Battle of the Editors: Which UCLA athlete shines brightest under the Big Ten lights? - Daily Bruin UCLA has been an official member of the Big Ten for just under 100 days. With fall sports in full swing – and some nearing their final stretch – Daily Bruin Sports editors debate which athlete has kicked into the highest gear in their new conference.

High school glory fades fast in college.

McDonald's All-American or not, everyone enters a level playing field in the college ranks – and members of UCLA men's basketball's star-studded roster will have to jockey for deserved recognition.

Men's basketball gears up for season as fresh faces compete for starting spots - Daily Bruin In a prime steakhouse, it’s rare to be well-done. Because in Westwood’s kitchen – be it a McDonald’s All-American or not – everyone begins on the same grill as the rest.

UCLA football is working to adapt to the Big Ten's toughness, with a focus on run-heavy offenses.

An improved offensive line has enhanced protection in the pocket, while defensive adjustments have helped navigate physical duels.

Big Ten novelties push UCLA football to regroup rushing defense, offensive units - Daily Bruin The Big Ten is a conference long touted for its defensive physicality. UCLA football’s conference realignment has forced notable changes in its defensive schemes, with run-focused systems taking center stage.

While August Maturo spent many of his childhood days on set, the young actor found a passion for academics. As a third-year English student, Maturo is excited to navigate an educational journey at UCLA.

'Girl Meets World' alumnus August Maturo takes on love of education at UCLA - Daily Bruin This autumn, August Maturo is penning a new chapter. The young actor has just transferred to UCLA at the age of 17. A third-year English student, Maturo said he previously attended Moorpark College with a mix of in-person and asynchronous classes to better accommodate his schedule as a working actor...

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Four friends, lovers of "Dead Poets Society," created the Dead Writers Society at UCLA last year. The co-founders aimed to create a space where their work could receive positive and constructive feedback, from personal projects to possible magazine submissions.

New club Dead Writers Society brings creative writing community back to life - Daily Bruin In a quiet third-floor Rolfe Hall classroom, evening light streamed through the window shutters as students joined this school year’s first meeting of the Dead Writers Society.

Carlos Castillo delivers in the role of mailman narrator of The Latino Theater Company's production of "The 22+ Weddings of Hugo Multiple." Celebrating the tenth year of the "Encuentro" festival, the theater company continues to feature casts of Latino actors for shows, carefully crafting a diverse lens.

Annual 'Encuentro' theater festival showcases, highlights Latino actors - Daily Bruin At “Encuentro,” artists are becoming the architects of their futures. The Latino Theater Company’s annual “Encuentro” theater festival is currently underway at The Los Angeles Theatre Center.