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The motel was up for historic status before it was destroyed.
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CalFire and the L.A. County Fire Department share steps for disposing these combustible items.
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The exhibit came about because of the wildfires, but its meaning is about much more than flames.
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Under “Operation Camouflage,” the army brought in Hollywood pros.
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From Hawthorne to Bel Air, we explore Brian Wilson’s roots in L.A. County.
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Under the California Values Act, local agencies in California are prohibited from helping with federal immigration enforcement.
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We look into how corporate interests and land control influenced how the city formed.
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Muralist David Botello is now working to get his artwork restored.
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Loquats are one of the many ripe fruits that Angelenos may find now around the Palisades and Eaton fire areas.
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International Workers' Day, also known as May Day, has grown to have an immigrant and workers' rights focus in Los Angeles.
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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 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. -
A death in the owner’s family has caused a problem with the contract. But the prospect of the street without La Carreta is causing public concern, prompting the L.A. City Council to intervene. -
We dig into your trash … and what to do with it. -
Social media is awash with Angelenos complaining about sky high bills. What’s going on? -
Los Angeles World Airports will use the funds to resolve issues that have significantly delayed the much-anticipated airport train. -
Coyotes are in the middle of raising their babies, which should last until September. -
We talk to historian Elsa Devienne about how beaches developed and her new book Sand Rush: The Revival of the Beach in Twentieth-Century Los Angeles. -
We cover what the documents are, how to use them to find what you’re interested in and more. -
The highly anticipated airport service likely won’t open until October 2025.
