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LA Explained
We explain what makes L.A. tick so that you can navigate our complicated city.
scours through tons of archives to understand how our region became the way it is today.
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.
You’re new in town and really gotta go. This guide can help you figure out where.
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The tribe’s popular gaming enterprise started out as a bingo hall in the ‘80s. It faced opposition from the start. -
After years in storage, the World Famous VIP Records sign will soon be displayed in a small park. Planners will take feedback at a public meeting on Aug. 13.
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The ruins, which have become an illicit tourist destination, may reopen soon.
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