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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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Consider this a quick cheat sheet to LAX — something thousands of other travelers won’t know.
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For the last decade, the cougar called Griffith Park home and lived a remarkably adventurous life.
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You don’t have to drop a small fortune on airport parking or enlist the services of your bestie to help with your holiday travel.
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If you’re down to trade in your LAX stress for a little exploration, we’ve got you covered.
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Plan, plan, plan. If you’re new to TSA PreCheck or want to try out LAX Fast Lane, we have the lowdown on cutting through those security lines.
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New faces are in and longstanding members are gone. We help you understand who's who and what's next.
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We break down every type of flood notice from the National Weather Service and what you need to do at each step.
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Not all emergency agencies use the same language. Here’s your rundown on how evacuation orders work
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We’ve compiled dozens of tips to help get you through the rising temperatures in Southern California — from heat illness signs to finding a place to cool down.
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L.A. parking rules are confusing (and enraging). This guide will help.
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).
