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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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A group of miners dug up parts of downtown in search of mythical millions in gold doubloons and tablets.
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Yes, there were once airports in Fairfax, Glendale and Griffith Park.
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Barnes City was created 100 years ago. And then it disappeared, one of L.A.'s shortest-lived municipalities. What happened to it?
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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.
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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The story of West Hollywood is complex. We look at some key times through history that shaped LGBTQ+ community in the city. -
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. -
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. -
Most streetlights in L.A. are installed without public involvement. But certain streetlights trigger a voting process for nearby property owners. -
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. -
There was a time when there were toilets a-plenty in our streets. Trouble was — you had to pay to use them. -
Yep, we miss the sunshine, but the seemingly never-ending rain doesn’t have to be all doom and gloom. -
A look at years past when snows creeped into our citified neighborhoods, away from the mountains and foothills. -
Here’s everything you need to know about coyotes in Los Angeles County. -
Nature is great. Except when it's biting you. -
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. -
Step one: Pull out that phone and snag photos of the pothole and car damage.
