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L.A. Community College District launched a guaranteed basic income program in 2024. LAist checked in to see how students are doing and what they’re planning for the future.

New Year’s Eve parties, a yoga class and hike for the resolution-minded, The Roots rock Disney Hall and more of the best things to do to kick off 2026.

A federal judge this week canceled the trial of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, and scheduled a hearing on whether the prosecution is being vindictive.

Legendary screen siren and animal rights activist Brigitte Bardot has died at age 91.

We've handpicked these libraries to visit — for you to find peace and beauty.

California health care was hit hard in 2025: more than 3 million may lose Medicaid, Covered California subsidies at risk.

There's still time to enroll for health insurance coverage for 2026.

LAist's Explore L.A. team choose our favorite stories from 2025.

A new law that goes into effect Jan. 1 allows local authorities to dispose of abandoned or inoperable RVs that have an estimated value of $4,000 or less.

Trump's order doesn't automatically revoke laws targeting marijuana, which remains illegal to transport over state lines.

Starting in 2026, California tortillas will contain folic acid to help prevent birth defects—a change aimed at closing a gap for Latina mothers.

The original Betty Boop, the first four Nancy Drew books and Greta Garbo's first talkie are among the many works from 1930 that will be free to use.