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Certifying elections is an important part of our civic process that ensures things are complete and accurate.
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Despite the cease and desist letter they’ve received from the city, Alex and Daisy De La Rosa say they’ll continue to make the DIY repairs.
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This is how the infamous SigAlert originated as a Cold-war era defense messaging system.
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An election ratings guide for LA's judges can’t shake bias allegations. How do you decide your vote?Multiple judicial candidates shared that the L.A. County Bar Association rating’s process left them with different fairness concerns.
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Did flooding ruin your floors? Or mudslides damage your backyard? If you lost $10,000 or more in market value, you could qualify for a temporary tax cut.
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Area codes are a badge of identity for many around Greater L.A. As we prepare for a new one this year, we find out what people think their area codes say about them.
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If your car gets damaged by one of these asphalt craters, you could get money back for repairs.. But you’ll have to pay out of pocket first.
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We lay out the process under the charter, what’s on the agenda for next term and who you should follow to stay in the know.
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We got the numbers on the thorns in L.A. drivers’ sides: Potholes.
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We've laid out the best sightseeing spots, nearby food recommendations and a whole lotta fascinating history
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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After the storms, we’re getting a better idea of how the January wildfires affected the coastline. -
How To LAThe tennis star made a surprise appearance during the Super Bowl halftime show. Some say her dance move wasn't just part of a knock on the rapper Drake, but an expression of 'radical joy.' -
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.
