James Morris
Coverage of James Morris in the Nexus archive.
- That Air Jordan tent in Inglewood is going to become a permanent school event space, official says
The Air Jordan tent built in Inglewood for NBA All-Star Weekend will become a permanent event space for the Inglewood Unified School District. Think True LLC, which leased the site, will convert the structure into a permanent facility with amenities like a basketball court and HVAC system. The district can use the space for events like career fairs but not for instructional activities.
- Inglewood leaders are one step closer to taking back control of local schools
Inglewood Unified School District is nearing the end of state receivership after meeting 153 financial and operational standards, potentially regaining local control in 2027. The district improved its management systems, including utility bill monitoring, and has maintained progress since 2023. The state initially took over in 2012 due to a financial crisis involving misstated attendance and salary costs.