Los Angeles Unified School District service workers picketed for a second day Wednesday, again shuttering campuses in the nation’s second-largest school district, but contract talks were again taking place between the district and union, facilitated by Mayor Karen Bass.

In a statement Tuesday morning, Mayor Karen Bass’ office said Bass “will continue to work privately with all parties to reach an agreement to reopen the schools and guarantee fair treatment of all LAUSD workers.”

No other specifics were offered. However, Max Arias, president of the Service Employees International Union Local 99, issued a statement supporting the mayor’s involvement. Click here to read more: https://mynewsla.com/education/2023/03/22/lausd-strike-moves-into-second-day-mayor-bass-looks-to-broker-solution-2/