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We look into its pioneering beginnings and why Angelenos were so fond of it.
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SoCal is baking. Here's how to know the (crucial) difference between heat exhaustion and heat strokeBoth are unpleasant, but one can be fatal. We break it down.
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Your next trip to the pump could cost a bit less, but it’s unclear how long the lower prices will stick around.
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The zanja system of pipes and trenches was first built in 1781, and remnants can still be seen in the city today.
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If used right, air purifiers can help keep you healthy
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The answer boils down to car dominance and tight wallets.
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The Black-owned shop has been at its current location since 1977. It was part of a string of Black businesses that sprang up when much of L.A. was still segregated.
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We have an up-close look at the new work that’s been done by artist Judy Baca at LACMA.
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It all started with a horticulturally curious mail carrier in La Habra Heights.
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We explore the origins of how the ear-cringing accent really evolved in the San Fernando Valley.
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The county is also expected to announce more soon.
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Fireworks leave harmful debris that can affect the climate, wildlife and human health. But now there’s also paperwork to contend with.
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Plus, why L.A. actually has four city halls.
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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We break down every type of flood notice from the National Weather Service and what you need to do at each step. -
Pushing out contaminants allows a fresh supply of water to come in. -
L.A. County Department of Public Health convened experts for a webinar that aimed to answer questions that residents have struggled to find answers for. -
And are you safe if you live farther away? There’s no magic answer to these questions, but we break down what we know. -
From installment deferral to home value transfer, we have some answers to property’s owners pressing tax questions. -
With more wind on the way, ash cleanup likely won’t be a one-time thing. -
“We have a lot of abnormal incidents that are layered over our normal everyday operations, which makes it seem even worse,” an LAFD spokesperson said. -
While green is the new blue, red is so last season. We break down the somewhat confusing switch about health inspections and what the grades mean. -
A new USC study shows participants had significantly more PFAS chemicals in their blood based on certain neighborhood factors. -
At least four lookalike contests are happening this weekend. Here's why you should meet me at the Peso Pluma edition at Echo Park Lake. -
We look at what undervoting means and how it can affect elections. -
The sunlight sparks reactions in the air that are harmful to our heart and respiratory systems, but extreme heat accelerates it.
