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SoCal history: Islamic Society of Orange County turns 50
ISOC, the largest Muslim community center in Southern California, serves more than 10,000 followers throughout the area. This year it turns 50.
From 750 books to Art Deco grandeur: How LA’s 100-year-old Central Library came to be
A wide view of the front of the Central Library under a blue sky. The tan building's orante roof, which is shaped like a pyramid with hints of blue and gold, along with tall bushes, steps and sculptures along the facade.
The Hollywood Center Motel fire burned down over 120 years of history
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A wide view of the motel from the street. The gate between the breeze walls is closed. It's covered in heavy white and red graffiti. The dilapidated house is visible behind the gate, which is also covered in graffiti.
One of SoCal's most infamous roads has reopened, but locals don't want you to know — for good reason
A road sign that says "Mulholland Highway" on the side of a mountainous road.
The Stahl House is on the market for the first time ever. See it in its original light
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A mid-century modernist home with giant glass walls overlooking the city of Los Angeles. Two women dressed in white party dresses are sitting in the living room, chatting.
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