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Slow and steady wins the race, as evidenced by tonight's awesome events. LAist is torn between them; if only someone would invent teleportation, it would be an easy choice.
At the Silverlake Lounge, see indie-prog virtuosos Crime in Choir, featuring members of At the Drive-In and Hella, with Snake vs Wizard and Create!. Tickets are $7.00.
Farther west at the Santa Monica Pier, show up around 7:30 PM for the 2004 Twilight Dance Series. Tonight features dynamic duo Gift of Gab and Chief Xcel of Blackalicious on stage, along with Benny Cassette. Admission is free.
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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.