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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
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From swanky 1920s movie screening room to Jesus Saves — the evolution of the Broadway building and a look to what could be next.
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We look at how the Great Depression and a long housing crisis shaped the programs we have today.
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As remnants of the past, this group of high-rise bridges links us to an abandoned future of what Los Angeles could have been.
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While SoCalGas isn’t expecting huge increases like last winter, it’s trying to help customers avoid any surprises.
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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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. -
Your next trip to the pump could cost a bit less, but it’s unclear how long the lower prices will stick around. -
The zanja system of pipes and trenches was first built in 1781, and remnants can still be seen in the city today. -
If used right, air purifiers can help keep you healthy -
The answer boils down to car dominance and tight wallets. -
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. -
We have an up-close look at the new work that’s been done by artist Judy Baca at LACMA. -
It all started with a horticulturally curious mail carrier in La Habra Heights. -
We explore the origins of how the ear-cringing accent really evolved in the San Fernando Valley. -
The county is also expected to announce more soon. -
Fireworks leave harmful debris that can affect the climate, wildlife and human health. But now there’s also paperwork to contend with. -
Plus, why L.A. actually has four city halls.
