The Official Recession has been upon us for thirteen official months. It’s still not a reason we can’t enjoy life. This is LA -- we’ve got plenty of cheap options! We last had our pick of choice, low-cost international cuisine at both the Grand Central Market and Thai Town. more ›

A vehicle crashed into a bridge support pillar on the westbound 10 near the Arlington Ave. exit around 8:15 this morning, killing five four. Eyewitness calls to 911 reported that a red Lexus sedan crashed into the pillar and overturned, bursting into flames and trapping the vehicle's occupants. All westbound traffic was being diverted at Arlington. As of 9:15 a.m. the three left lanes were reopened. An investigation is ongoing. *Updated; reports of a 5th victim were determined to be incorrect. more ›

Mayor Villaraigosa celebrated “Metro with the Mayor" day by riding the Rapid to the corner of Wilshire & Western where he held a press conference announcing the implementation of the “New & Improved!” traffic signal synchronization program for Wilshire Boulevard. more ›