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With rent relief and free lawyers, LA courts attempt to stop evictions before they get to trial
Two pilot programs are trying to stem the tide of evictions by bringing renters and landlords together for mutually agreeable settlements.
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Grand jury indicts former FBI director James Comey for a second time
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Civics & Democracy
A crew of at least six workers wearing hard hats and neon vests are repairing potholes and adjusting asphalt on a Los Angeles street.
Officials aim to fix tech problems in MyLA311, LA's service-request system
An update to the system last year was supposed to make it more responsive and user-friendly, but problems persist.
Education
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LAUSD athletic fields need to be replaced, and you can help decide turf vs. natural grass
The district is hosting a series of meetings to gather feedback through mid-May.
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In praise of jasmine, the quintessential LA scent
As we say goodbye to it’s oh-so-short season, we celebrate that special time when the city becomes drenched in its perfume.
Food
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Pizza City Fest brings 40 top SoCal pizzerias to LA this weekend
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