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The motel was up for historic status before it was destroyed.
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Chalk it up to taxes and summer-blend oil (watch out, PSL).
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We explore rent control through key moments that shaped California and parts of Los Angeles County.
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Anaheim residents spent years documenting corruption before the FBI and private investigators stepped in to help.
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For nearly a hundred years, studios have coalesced to preserve their bottom lines from workers who demanded more.
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It’s believed part of the L.A. Pride Parade was planned in his Westlake home.
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With the growing summer heat, people on the picket line could use snacks, water and more.
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From grocery help and financial aid to a free meal and comedy show, here’s a running list of places to check.
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Hydration stations are one option. But not everyone is on board.
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There are tons of Pride events around L.A. County in June. Here’s our running list of local Prides each weekend and practical tips to help you enjoy them.
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Under pressure from conservatives, the team had backed away from honoring the LA LGBTQ+ group. The Sisters say they've accepted the apology and see a silver lining in the controversy.
Los Angeles is a sprawling region. The problems and solutions facing our communities are complex.
L.A. Explained makes sense of everyday issues so that you can stay informed. We untangle convoluted systems, unpack how we got here, and show how you can make an impact on L.A.
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Under “Operation Camouflage,” the army brought in Hollywood pros. -
From Hawthorne to Bel Air, we explore Brian Wilson’s roots in L.A. County. -
Under the California Values Act, local agencies in California are prohibited from helping with federal immigration enforcement. -
We look into how corporate interests and land control influenced how the city formed. -
Muralist David Botello is now working to get his artwork restored. -
Loquats are one of the many ripe fruits that Angelenos may find now around the Palisades and Eaton fire areas. -
International Workers' Day, also known as May Day, has grown to have an immigrant and workers' rights focus in Los Angeles. -
Here's an explanation of what the documents are, how to use them to find what you’re interested in and more. -
Route 90 covers only a few miles today, but 1950s freeway planners meant for it to connect inland Orange County to Pacific Coast Highway in Marina del Rey. -
When their neighborhood was threatened by the proposed El Toyon Freeway, community members got together to stop construction. -
Whittier Boulevard is an iconic thoroughfare across L.A. County. But the state route hasn't been under the city of Whittier's control. Here's why. -
A new study found that simple raking can help more native plants grow.
