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A month out from World Cup, LA advocates say human rights are an afterthought

The host committee released a much-anticipated human rights plan this month. It mainly directs tournament-goers to existing resources and laws.

A large stadium is seen from across Lake Park in Inglewood, a sign that says "SoFi Stadium" can be seen in front of the stadium.

Soccer was once considered niche in the US. Then came the 1994 World Cup

The tournament, which played more matches at the Rose Bowl than any other U.S. host city, was considered a resounding success. How exactly did that happen?

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15,000 items are lost every year on LA's Metro. Here's where they end up

A peek inside Metro Lost & Found — where forgotten things go.

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A small black table is seen in a room, there is a white brick wall behind the table and a gray linoleum floor under it. On the table an electric guitar, and electric meter, a stack of baseball cards, a prosthetic leg with an Adidas shoe attached, and a black backpack are depicted.

Katy Perry, Future and Blackpink's Lisa to headline FIFA World Cup opening ceremony at SoFi

The opening ceremony is one of three happening across North America to kick off the tournament.

It started as a protest against the Dodgers gondola. LA's Kite Festival now draws thousands

This year’s programming includes a kite-making station where you can build your own flying art and the unveiling of a large floating inflatable sculpture.

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Hundreds crowd a grassy area at Los Angeles State Historic Park. There are dozens of colorful kites in the air.

No bar. No phones. Just music at McCabe’s Guitar Shop

The Santa Monica venue, the subject of a new book, has hosted intimate performances by music legends for nearly 60 years.

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A black and white photo of a white man in sunglasses holding a guitar in front of a wall of guitars.

Your mom will thank us! 6 local LA shops for last minute Mother’s Day gifts

Don't panic. Whether you need 3-hour delivery from Gallop or a local boutique, here is your guide to saving Mother's Day at the last minute.

a Latina wearing a yellow turtleneck smiles holding big bunches of orange and yellow marigolds in front of a collection of green plants in a florist shop

Chinatown grocery store raises $14,000 in 3 weeks but can't open after 2 years in limbo

Jessica Wang has spent over $200,000 in rent for a Chinatown space she can't operate. Permits may take months more — or arrive tomorrow.

An arts and culture spectacle is coming to LA. Olympic organizers just released a first look

The 1984 arts festival was a major success. What will 2028 be like?

Two large bronze statues stand in front of a stadium entrance.

SoCal History: The Catholic sisters who helped remake the Church from Los Angeles

The Immaculate Heart Sisters of Mary (IHMs) has a long history of pushing back on Catholic church norms and many of those efforts happened right here in SoCal.