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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.
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There’s a new way you can get involved to help diversify the bench.
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The story of West Hollywood is complex. We look at some key times through history that shaped LGBTQ+ community in the city.
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Shelters, breeders, rescues: Our guide walks you through all the dog adoption options in L.A. so that you can make a decision that feels right for you.
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A special committee is on a brief public tour to get your feedback on council size and how we draw district boundaries. And there are other ways to get your voice heard too.
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Most streetlights in L.A. are installed without public involvement. But certain streetlights trigger a voting process for nearby property owners.
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Typically, most taxes would be due on April 18. But when a federal disaster is declared, residents in those counties can get a longer window.
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There was a time when there were toilets a-plenty in our streets. Trouble was — you had to pay to use them.
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Yep, we miss the sunshine, but the seemingly never-ending rain doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom.
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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This is how the infamous SigAlert originated as a Cold-war era defense messaging system. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
We got the numbers on the thorns in L.A. drivers’ sides: Potholes. -
We've laid out the best sightseeing spots, nearby food recommendations and a whole lotta fascinating history -
From swanky 1920s movie screening room to Jesus Saves — the evolution of the Broadway building and a look to what could be next. -
We look at how the Great Depression and a long housing crisis shaped the programs we have today. -
As remnants of the past, this group of high-rise bridges links us to an abandoned future of what Los Angeles could have been. -
While SoCalGas isn’t expecting huge increases like last winter, it’s trying to help customers avoid any surprises.
