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The analog 80s classic is having a resurgence in Los Angeles. We dig into why.

A "new arrivals" shelf at a video store, featuring VHS tapes like "Something Wild" and "Slap Shot"

Hollywood's warm embrace of Kamala Harris and their long history

The industry's A list identified her as a political alley early on and developed a significant relationship that has led to this.

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Hollywood writers weigh how much they're willing to sacrifice in industry downturn

Because they can barely hold their head above water, they’ve had to skip doctor’s visits and anything else where they can save enough to last until their next gig comes by.

Best things to do this weekend in LA and SoCal: July 26 - 28

Watch the Olympics' Opening Ceremony in IMAX, take in the Surf Guitar Festival in Long Beach, head to Never Never Land at the Pantages, celebrate Obon season in Japantown and more.

Studios looks to form relationships with new audiences

While sequels, spin-offs, and remakes, reboots have staved off disaster, it’s not a sustainable approach for Hollywood.

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Disneyland workers avert a potential strike after reaching tentative agreement

The tentative agreement was announced Wednesday.

A line of Disney staff in sky blue face masks, plaid vests, and blue skirts or pants wave at people walking down Main Street U.S.A. at Disneyland.

Best things to do this week in LA and SoCal: July 22 - 25

Idina Menzel lets it go at The Wiltern, games galore in downtown L.A., free comedy at Neuehouse and more.

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'I've lived in an incredible time': Comic Bob Newhart dies at 94

Best known for an everyman persona that powered two classic TV sitcoms, Newhart managed to be the funniest guy in the room while playing unassuming characters.

Best things to do this weekend in LA and SoCal: July 19 - 21

Join a dive party, attend the BBoy Summit at Levitt Pavilion, two concerts at the Broad and more.

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In Outfest’s absence, let Queer Rhapsody fill up your movie plans

While the L.A. film showcase isn’t a replacement for Outfest, it fills a void for LGBTQ+ film lovers.

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