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Welcome back, LAists. We hope you took advantage of all the excellent events over the weekend, and that tonight's entertainment keeps you too busy to remember that it's Monday.
Bring some earplugs to the Henry Fonda, because iconoclastic indie rockstars Sonic Youth will be taking the stage with speical guests Wolf Eyes. Tickets are $23.50 and the show starts at 8:00 PM. LAist suggests arriving early, as parking can be a bit difficult.
Sweetheart singer-songwriter Jonathan Rice is performing with Rachael Yamagata and Griffin House at The Hotel Cafe. The show starts at 7:30 PM.
Tonight at the Fold at the Silverlake Lounge, catch moody rockers The Owls with Bedroom Walls, Univac and the Glass Family. Tickets are $8.00 and the show starts at 10:00 PM.
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It's been many, many years since we saw this much snow in our mountains. Going up there right now isn't safe, but here are some places where you can enjoy the view and snap a pic.
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April Valentine died at Centinela Hospital. Her daughter was born by emergency C-section. She'd gone into the pregnancy with a plan, knowing Black mothers like herself were at higher risk.
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A look at years past when snows creeped into our citified neighborhoods, away from the mountains and foothills.
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In the face of a drier future, that iconic piece of Americana is on its way out in Southern California.
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Another Missing Hiker Has Been Found Dead In San Gabriels As Search For Actor Julian Sands ContinuesBob Gregory, 62, went missing the same day as Sands. His body was recovered near Mount Islip.