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Big Bear’s famous bald eagle Jackie has died
The famous 14-year-old bald eagle had been receiving intensive care at the Ojai Raptor Center in recent weeks.
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Free vaccine clinic for Long Beach students
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He lost a kidney. His dog has a tumor. Their home sits near an oil well
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Best cheap eats in Artesia | Indian, Filipino and diner food for $15
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Why a viral country music singer puts progressive politics in his songs
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$10M fundraiser preserves Big Bear land from home development
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Groundbreaking L.A. artist Betye Saar has died at 99
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How do I pick the "best" preschool for my child?
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LA homelessness increased by almost 8% after 2 years of declines
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Eating our way through the OC Fair 2026. Here's the best bites
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Why LA released 30,000 more mosquitoes on purpose
Marine biologist Greg Rouse and chemist Steve Taylor collect samples of seawater and sand from the tide pools near La Jolla's Bird Rock on Friday, July 17, 2026. The samples, or similar ones, will be part of a comprehensive biological library of California's tidal regions housed at the Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History.
Scientists are building a 'Noah’s ark' of California’s tide pools. It will live here in LA
Scientists say the "biolibrary" at the L.A. County Natural History Museum will help them better track the effects of climate change on a fragile and beloved ecosystem.
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Trump administration moves to deregulate Head Start, opening door for sweeping change
It would slim regulation of the 60-year-old anti-poverty program and aim to save money. Advocates worry the changes could undermine the early education program's mission.
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Can a historic LGBTQ+ Latino bar find a new home in Westlake? Its future neighbors say not here
Residents living beside The Silver Platter’s proposed new home say work schedules, language barriers and an unfamiliarity with Zoom kept many from speaking at a hearing.
Education
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State agency praises Inglewood school district for being one step closer to regaining control
Auditors said they’re confident the Inglewood Unified School District will exit the first of two phases of state control next year.
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For $10, you can watch jazz legends play a near-private show in downtown LA
Every Sunday night, a rotating cast of jazz greats plays an intimate set at the Los Angeles Athletic Club. Here's how to catch one.
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Pawn Shop LA: The Hollywood sports bar with a James Beard chef
LAist sat down with two of the minds behind Pawn Shop, a new sports bar on Melrose with menu items like pickle-brined fried chicken and caviar.
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