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L.A. city librarian Everett Perry’s progressive ideas about books in the early 1900s can still be felt in your library experience today.
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Yep, we miss the sunshine, but the seemingly never-ending rain doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom.
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A look at years past when snows creeped into our citified neighborhoods, away from the mountains and foothills.
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Here’s everything you need to know about coyotes in Los Angeles County.
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Nature is great. Except when it's biting you.
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The location in East Hollywood is the fourth official crosswalk to replace Crosswalk Collective LA's "unauthorized" efforts. Other DIY crosswalks have been removed by city officials.
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Step one: Pull out that phone and snag photos of the pothole and car damage.
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If you’ve ever seen a street name that has multiple versions like drive, place and road, this one’s for you. It makes little sense now, but there’s an old reason for it.
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Yes, it’s that bad now but there are things you can do to prepare.
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If you find yourself with some free time (ahem, maybe a canceled flight), keep yourself fed with these budget-friendly and locally-inspired restaurants.
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During the holidays, construction in central areas of the horseshoe is paused.
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'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. -
We look at key moments in the history of the 10, including an early highway path that influenced the safety of freeways today. -
The speedy reopening has brought relief — and also some unease. But officials and experts say the bridge is sound to drive on. -
How did we end up with the Los Angeles borders we have today? We dive into history to see how resources, control and ingenuity led us to this design of L.A. -
Now if they could fix the traffic, that’d be great. -
Maybe there’s a better (less greasy) world than lathering your skin in mosquito repellent. -
The airport’s new budget parking lot promises spots for $15 to $20 per day. -
Chalk it up to taxes and summer-blend oil (watch out, PSL).
