As the LA Times Book Prize award ceremony looms ever-closer, we're taking a look at the books nominated in each category. As we mentioned yesterday, unlike other big literary awards, the LA Times Book Prize winners are never a sure thing, which is what makes following them all the more fun. more ›

Robert Hass presents Time & Materials 7pm @ Central Library more ›

Protest over national vs. regional chains, the never-ending debate over the place of cars and bicycles in our metropolises, professional sports scandals, remembering a solemn day, and being issued a search warrant - it all happened across our sites this week! more ›

As promised, the weekend has finally rolled around. As befits your perserverance during the shortened post-holiday week, the next three days are packed with activity. LAist has plucked out some highlights just for loyal readers like yourself. more ›