A bunch of kids tried to have a party on the Westside last night, disturbing the efforts of (at least) one Holmby Hills resident trying to curl up with a biography of Steve Jobs. We're going to admit that yes, the story sounds like a brilliant April Fools' prank. more ›

What began as an April Fools' Day prank meant to rib his LA Weekly photographer, restaurant critic Jonathan Gold wound up punking himself by sitting down to a review lunch at the Arcadia outpost of the megachain the Olive Garden. In today's "Counter Intelligence," column, Gold breaks down how he came to dine upon a "Tuscan" feast of lasagna and those famous doughy breadsticks. more ›

Slaw Dogs in Pasadena runs a daily special, including items like kumquat chutney and Parmesan crisps. To honor the million dollar sundae in New York, today they offered "The Big Blinger" dog for $888, a mere pittance when you consider the ingredients: more ›

A newsbit posted this morning on OC Metblogs about Disney prepping a third amusement park called DisneySea America--a venture based around water-themed rides and attractions--turned out to be more for the birds than the fish. The OC Register responded to the ensuing hubub: "Everyone can calm down. There’s no third Disney theme park on the way to Anaheim." Check your calendars, people. That's right, it's April 1st. We might have a bridge or some oceanfront property in Phoenix to sell you, or can offer you a peek at Nine Inch Nails' newest album... more ›

We don't know about where you are, but it seems like spring can't decide whether or not to happen. Some days are warm, some days are cold, and sometimes you aren't sure which. Baseball may have started up (and soccer/football winding down) but it still seems cold out there. Unless it's not. Anyways, onto the -ists. more ›

April Fools Day is almost here. LAist, for one, can't wait. more ›