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- It's almost summer and that means free concerts in the park, on the pier, and everywhere else. The Bargain Hunter has the list.
- It's Mayor vs. Mayor when it comes to the Lakers vs. Celtics.
- If the lawyer defending you is constantly late or not showing up, the best way to ensure he shows up is putting him in jail with you. That's what happened at a Compton court this week.
- Two young guys keep on getting videotaped by security cameras as they spray hate messages on a temple's walls. Can you identify them?
- DASH drivers in downtown almost went on strike, but thankfully came to an agreement and ratified their contract. Traffic could have been a mess or maybe the sidewalks would be a little more full of life.
- Jay Leno does not support bicyclists, but he does support gay marriage.
- "MTA still wants subway to sea." Well, they better!
- Deciding on what to eat taking to long? Why you should eat first, decide later.
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Cruise off the highway and hit locally-known spots for some tasty bites.
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Fentanyl and other drugs fuel record deaths among people experiencing homelessness in L.A. County. From 2019 to 2021, deaths jumped 70% to more than 2,200 in a single year.
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This fungi isn’t a “fun guy.” Here’s what to do if you spot or suspect mold in your home.
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Donald Trump was a fading TV presence when the WGA strike put a dent in network schedules.
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Edward Bronstein died in March 2020 while officers were forcibly taking a blood sample after his detention.
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A hike can be a beautiful backdrop as you build your connection with someone.