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Things To Do This Week in Los Angeles (10-14-2024 to 10-18-2024)

New week. Lots to do. For your experiential pleasure this October 14-18 in Los Angeles, check out Bee Week at

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Things To Do This Weekend in Los Angeles (9-20-2024 to 9-22-2024)

In view from September 20-22 in L.A., catch the L.A. Times Food Bowl, the return of The Queen Mary's Dark Harbor, KCRW Summer Nights at Century Park, L.A. Opera on the Beach (and at the park!), Future Sounds lf Jazz Festival at BroadStage, Cinderella in t

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Things To Do This Week in Los Angeles (9-9-2024 to 9-13-2024)

You know what? Let’s just skip to the part of the week that isn’t 100+ degrees outside. What do you

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Things To Do This Week in Los Angeles (8-19-2024 to 8-23-2024)

This August 19-23 in L.A., you'll find Astronomy on Tap in Pasadena, When Does Protest Make a Difference? at , The Natural World of Studio Ghibli at The Ford, the Tryst & Nomad Art Fair in Torrance Zócalo Public Square, Eagle Rock Brewery's 10th annual Ba

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Things To Do This Weekend in Los Angeles .(8-9-2024 to 8-11-2024)

From August 9-11 in Los Angeles, catch the Ivy Station Night Market, the Natsumatsuri Family Festival, Running of the Bullies at Benny Boy, Roll @ Santa Monica, Boomyard Afro-Caribbean Day Party, Khruangbin at The Bowl, FoLAR's River Fest, and much more.

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Things To Do This Week in Los Angeles (8-5-2024 to 8-9-2024)

In frame for August 5-9 in Los Angeles, you'll find Moonlight Movies on the Beach in Long Beach, National Night Out in San Gabriel, Southern California in Kodachrome at The Getty, Sunset Concerts in Culver City, Summer of Salsa at LA Plaza, Ivy Station Ni

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Yamashiro restaurant, surrounding property in Hollywood is now on sale

The famous Yamashiro restaurant and its surrounding property in Hollywood is on the market with a hefty price tag.

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Things To Do This Week in Los Angeles (6-17-2024 to 6-21-2024)

Longest day of the year, you say? With the summer solstice approaching, we’ve got a full menu of ways to

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Memorial Day Weekend in Los Angeles (5-24-2024 to 5-27-2024)

From May 24-27 in Los Angeles, you'll find a new froggy exhibit at the Aquarium of the Pacific, movie night at Debs Park, Fiesta Hermosa in Hermosa Beach, the Topanga Days Festival, a Pico Union Project Fundraiser, a mental wellness fair at Grand Park, a

Politics | Blue State/City Life

Long Beach Declares Public Health Emergency Due to 'Surprising' Tuberculosis Outbreak

Officials declared a local public health emergency on Thursday due to a tuberculosis outbreak in Long Beach, California.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Week in Los Angeles (4-1-2024 to 4-5-2024)

This April 1-5, catch BLOOM! at South Coast Botanic Garden, Bergamot Comedy Festival, The Other Art Fair, Aristotle/Alexander at The Getty Villa Theater Lab, First Fridays at NHM, DTLA Art Night, and more.

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Things To Do This Week in Los Angeles (3-25-2024 to 3-29-2024)

From March 25-29 in Los Angeles, you'll find Astronomy on Tap in Pasadena, friend or flame in DTLA, a fresh panel discussion from Zócalo public square, parties for the Dodgers home opener, a new exhibition at Petersen, LA County's Parks After Dark program

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Larry H. Parker, famed LA accident attorney, dies at 75

Billed as one of the early adopters of TV advertising by lawyers, he made a name for himself, insisting that “We’ll fight for you!”

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Thanksgiving Weekend in L.A. (11-23-2023 to 11-26-2023)

This November 23-26 in Los Angeles, you'll find the 2023 Jazz at LACMA finale, the Nutcracker Suite, Holiday Road in Calabasas, the Hollywood Christmas Parade, the Los Feliz Holiday Market, Blitzen's Bar, Santa's Grand Arrival, and more.

Politics | Blue State/City Life

Massive Homeless Encampment Fire Shuts Down LA FWY Indefinitely

A massive fire at a homeless encampment beneath an underpass in downtown Los Angeles has shut down the 10 freeway indefinitely. 

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Week in Los Angeles (11-6-2023 to 11-10-2023)

This week in Los Angeles, from November 6-10, you'll find the California Festival at Disney Concert Hall, a Literary Death Match in WeHo, Technotitlan at The Hammer, Astra Lumina at South Coast Botanic Garden, the Comedy Patio at Grand Central Market, The

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (10-27-2023 to 10-29-2023)

From October 27-29 in L.A., check out Metro's "Celebrating Connections" at Historic Broadway Station, a Haunted Little Tokyo Block Party, the L.A. Archives Bazaar, Revenge Of's Comic Creators Block Party, Boonion Station at Union Station, Día y Noche de l

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles This Week (10-2-2023 to 10-6-2023)

This October 2-6 in Los Angeles, catch a Sketch Party at Benny Boy, The Benson Movie Interruption at Dynasty Typewriter, free rides on Metro for Clean Air Day, Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch in Culver City, Carved at Descanso Gardens, a Dumplings & Beer Fest in

Food & Drink | Food & Drink

Beach Eats: 21 Of Your Favorite SoCal Oceanfront Restaurants

We asked for your favorite places to eat and drink at the beach, and you delivered. Here are 21 seaside restaurants that serve up a view.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles This Week (9-25-2023 to 9-29-2023)

This September 25-29 in Los Angeles, catch Poetry Under the Stars at Fowler Museum, What is the State of Surveillance? at Zócalo Public Square, 75-cent pancakes at Norms, Shaqtoberfest at The Queen Mary, Boney Island at Natural History Museum, a sunset da

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles This Week (9-18-2023 to 9-22-2023)

This September 18-22 in L.A., you'll find IRL dating at The Montalbán, a sketch party at Benny Boy, a secret comedy headliner at Roguelike Tavern, the 2023 premier of the L.A. Haunted Hayride, The Other Art Fair in Santa Monica, a Musical Whistling compet

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (9-15-2023 to 9-17-2023)

This weekend in L.A., from September 15-17, you'll find an El Grito celebration in DTLA, a Latino Heritage Parade and Festival in Pasadena, new art exhibitions at Beyond the Streets, a block party in Canoga Park, a new John Waters exhibition at The Academ

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (9-8-2023 to 9-10-2023)

For September 8-10 in Los Angeles, you'll find a Train Festival at Union Station, Metro's Regional Connector Celebration in Little Tokyo, a new classical theater production at The Getty Villa, a Fireworks Finale at The Bowl, the return of Echo Park Rising

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles This Week (8-28-2023 to 9-1-2023)

From August 28 to September 1 in L.A., you'll find music trivia at The Offbeat, another edition of Culture Break LA, the Cinecon Classic Film Festival, a new exhibition by Jenny Holzer, KCRW Summer Nights at Descanso Gardens, Return of the Jedi at The Bow

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Things To Do in Los Angeles This Week (8-21-2023 to 8-25-2023)

For August 21-25 in Los Angeles, you'll find Bad Dates at Dynasty Typewriter, Culture Break LA in Little Tokyo, the summer finale of the Skirball concert series, a Grand Central Market Night Market, Fourth Fridays in Long Beach, Friend of the Fest, and mo

News | In The News

Hilary track and updates: 1st ever tropical storm watch issued in Southern California

Hilary, now a powerful Category 4 hurricane, is expected to make landfall in Mexico's Baja California on Sunday.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (8-18-2023 to 8-20-2023)

August 18-20 in Los Angeles: The summer finale at Dance DTLA, a new free concert series in Santa Monica, an 818 Day celebration at the Westfield Topanga, a pair of KCRW Summer Nights events, CicLAvia in K-Town and Hollywood, Sunday Sessions at Grand Park,

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles This Week (8-14-2023 to 8-18-2023)

From August 14-18 in Los Angeles, you'll find the Art Renzei Art Festival in Long Beach, Astronomy on Tap in Pasadena, Popular Kids Club two-year anniversary show, All Space Considered at Griffith Observatory, the Dance DTLA summer finale, a fireworks spe

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (8-4-2023 to 8-6-2023)

This August 4-6 in Los Angeles, you'll find Summer Nights at the Tar Pits, a re-opening celebration at CAAM, CatCon, Glendale Arts Summer Soiree, a Cinespia screening at Hollywood Forever, Long Beach Pride, Bridgefest LA, Head in the Clouds Festival, and

Architecture & Interior Design | Threatened History & Preservation

Studio City's famed Sportsmen's Lodge hotel could be replaced by 520-unit apartment complex

Studio City's Sportsmen's Lodge hotel could be demolished and replaced with 520 apartment units.

Miscellaneous | Interesting Links

There’s an abandoned theme park just down the road from Disneyland

Knott’s Berry Farm’s Jungle Island lasted just under 20 years before being shut down — but it was never demolished.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Memorial Day Weekend in L.A. (5-26-2023 to 5-29-2023)

From May 27-30 in Los Angeles, you'll find a community bike tour by Metro Arts, the Fleet Week Expo in San Pedro, Fiesta Hermosa in Hermosa Beach, L.A. Zine Fest in Long Beach, a new Keith Haring exhibit at The Broad, the 36th Annual JazzReggae Fest at UC

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Mother's Day Weekend in L.A. (5-12-2023 to 5-14-2023)

For May 12-14 in Los Angeles, you'll find Community & Unity People’s Kite Festival at L.A. State Historic Park, a vinyl record fair at The Music Center, RuPaul's DragCon at the Convention Center, a Games of Thrones Live Concert at The Bowl, LA Opera on th

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Cinco de Mayo Weekend in L.A. (5-5-2023 to 5-7-2023)

For May 5 to 7 in Los Angeles, you can scope out First Fridays at NHM, a block party outside Grand Central Market, L.A. Taco's Taco Madness, the 2023 L.A. County Fair, Scent Fair L.A., LitFest in Pasadena, Angel City Brewery's 11th anniversary party, the

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles This Week (5-1-2023 to 5-5-2023)

From May 1-5 in L.A., check out SOAR at the South Coast Botanic Garden, the final Pop-Up Magazine at Ace, a Cinco de Mayo Mercado in San Gabriel, May the 4th Be With You at Scum & Villainy, First Fridays at NHM, the L.A. County Fair, a Scent Fair at the C

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles This Week (4-24-2023 to 4-28-2023)

For April 24-28 in Los Angeles, catch a new comedy show in East Hollywood, a Songwriters exhibit at The GRAMMY Museum, a Chargers draft party, an Obama musical parody, a new improv show at The Groundlings, live jazz at LACMA, a spring party at Big Bar, an

Travel | Travel Tips

13 Off-The-Beaten Path Ideas For Your Next Trip To Los Angeles

Finding the hidden gems of LA can give travelers an insider's feel of the city. For a trip you're unlikely to forget, check out these spots on your next trip.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (4-14-2023 to 4-16-2023)

For April 14-16 in Los Angles, check out a Spring Fling Night Market, the World of Barbie, the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, a Teen Takeover at UPAM, Grand Park Easy Mornings, CicLAvia in MidCity, the Renaissance Pleasure Faire, Skirball's Puppet Festiv

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles This Week (4-10-2023 to 4-14-2023)

This April 10-14 in Los Angeles, you'll find Astronomy on Tap in Old Pasadena, a live reading of Jennifer's Body at The Wallis, free Tuesdays at LACMA and The Autry, Netflix is a Joke Radio, The Comedy Basement, the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beac

Miscellaneous | Interesting Links

9 Fun Facts About Knott’s Berry Farm

From its humble beginnings as a tiny berry farm to its current status as one of Southern California’s premier family theme parks, Knott’s Berry Farm has a rich history.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in L.A. This Week (3-27-2023 to 3-31-2023)

This March 27-31 in Los Angeles, check out Reel to Reel at The GRAMMY Museum, SpringTopia in Woodland Hills, The Other Art Fair in Santa Monica, PaleyFest at the Dolby Theatre, Stand Up for Pups, and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (3-24-2023 to 3-26-2023)

For March 24-26 in Los Angeles, catch FEMcore at The Corbin Bowl, new exhibitions at Torrance Museum of Art and the Vincent Price Art Museum, Vegan Street Fair, Cherry Blossom celebrations at Brand Art Park and in Torrance, César Chávez Family Day at LA P

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles This Week (3-20-2023 to 3-24-2023)

This week in Los Angeles, from March 20-24, you'll find College Night at the Getty Villa, Goth Nite at Angel City Brewery, Outfest Fusion Film Festival, The Moth StorySLAM on the Westside, a new pizza spot in Silver Lake, and more. Enjoy your week to come

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (3-10-2023 to 3-12-2023)

This March 10-12 in Los Angeles, you'll find ArtNight in Pasadena, a Free Family Day at Weisman Museum, a St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Hermosa Beach, a KCHUNG pop-up at MOCA, Festival of The Kite in Redondo, Festival de la Primavera at LA Plaza, a Women Ar

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in L.A. This Week (2-27-2023 to 3-3-2023)

This February 27 to March 3, catch see Directors Close-Up at The Wallis, learn about The Lady and the Octopus at AoP, catch the Groundlings 30th Anniversary of Cookin’ with GAS, hit up late night at Skirball, check out First Fridays at NHM, and more

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. [2-24-2023 to 2-26-2023]

This February 24-26 in Los Angeles, check out the USC Comedy Festival, new works at the Fisher Museum, a Black History Month celebration in Santa Monica, MOLAA's Afro-Latinx Festival, Prosperity Market at CAAM, CicLAvia in The Valley, a zine-making a

News | The News

End Of An Era: Family Of Famed SoCal Car Dealer Cal Worthington Selling Last Dealership

Family of famed car dealer Cal Worthington is in the process of closing a deal to sell their last car dealership, ending an era.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This President's Day Weekend in L.A. (2-17-2023 to 2-20-2023)

This February 17-20 in Los Angeles, check out the Felix Art Fair, the L.A. Art Show, Frieze Los Angeles, Mardis Gras at the Original Farmers Market, Lunar New Year at UPAM, the L.A. Travel & Adventure Show, Broken Hearts Circus at Angel City Brewery, a Fa

Politics | Blue State/City Life

Driver mows down biking doctor before stabbing him to death on Pacific Coast Highway

Vanroy Evan Smith struck cycling doctor Michael Mammone with his car before stabbing him to death on the Pacific Coast Highway Wednesday, law enforcement officials said.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles This Week (1-30-2023 to 2-3-2023)

These next five days in Los Angeles, from January 30 to February 3, catch Designing with Disaster at Japan House LA, new exhibitions at Hauser & Wirth, Try/Step/Trip at The Wallis, First Thursdays in Westwood, First Fridays at Natural History Museum, the

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

A Big List of Things To Do This January in L.A.

Check out our rundown below for a bevy of inspired ideas, including Lunar New Year's fests, new art exhibitions, the Pacific Opera Project, an L.A. River walk, MLK Day celebrations, Dance Camera West, Da Poetry Lounge, NatGeo Live, and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in L.A. This Week (12-5-2022 to 12-9-2022)

This week (December 5-9) in L.A. you'll find panel talks at Japan House and Zócalo Public Square, a tree lighting in San Gabriel, Astra Lumina at South Coast Botanic Garden, a new Andy Warhol photography exhibition, a free pop-up for FX's Kindred, and mor

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles This Week (11-7-2022 to 11-11-2022)

This November 7-11 in Los Angeles, peep the Henry Taylor exhibit at MOCA, The Legacy of Cacao at LA Plaza, free Tuesdays at LACMA and The Autry, Ice in Santa Monica, Lightscape at the Arboretum, a night market in Culver City, and more.

Travel | Travel

Big Bear Village Might Be California's Most Fun Destination This Winter

Big Bear Village is Southern California's premier winter destination for a quick and easy holiday getaway!

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

A Big List of Things To Do This November in L.A. (2022)

This November in Los Angeles, you'll find L.A. Arboretum's Lightscape, Enchanted: Forest of Light at Descanso Gardens, Inglewood Open Studios, The Groundlings Diversity Festival, the L.A. Auto Show, Venice Winterfest, the Great Los Angeles Walk, the Holly

News | Antisemitism Watch

Antisemites hang banner over LA freeway declaring Kanye 'right about the Jews’

Goyim Defense League trying to capitalize on Ye's comments by targeting the Black community with antisemitic propaganda, ADL says

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (10-21-2022 to 10-23-2022)

From October 21-23 in Los Angeles, you'll find Halloween Night at the Aquarium, Cemetery Lane at Heritage Square, the P-22 Festival in Griffith Park, the Music Box Steps Festival in Silver Lake, Grand Ave: All-Access in DTLA, the LA Printers Fair, the Com

News | The News

Starbucks to close 6 stores in LA area amid safety concerns like drug use, mental health crisis

Starbucks is closing 16 stores around the country, including 6 in the LA area, amid concerns for safety issues like drug use and disruptive behavior.

News | The News

93-year-old man shoots home intruder, fends off others near Los Angeles

A 93-year-old suburban Los Angeles homeowner, who a relative said was frustrated over being the victim of numerous home break-ins, shot and critically wounded a burglar.

Politics | Politics

Gangs are following and robbing L.A.'s wealthiest, LAPD says - Los Angeles Times

L.A. gangs are sending out crews to prey on the mega-rich, targeting people leaving luxury boutiques, restaurants, and nightclubs, the LAPD said.

News | News

Santa Monica labeled as one of the most unsafe cities in California

According to a report, Santa Monica ranked close to the bottom of the safest cities in California.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Long Beach—the coastal city where Los Angeles County meets Orange County.

Long Beach—the coastal city where Los Angeles County meets Orange County.


Birthplace to Snoop Dogg and Frank Ocean, and home to many of Los Angeles' beloved local businesses that contributes to its busy dining and shopping scene, Long Beach is truly a g

Politics | The Decline Of America

Can we guess first? News station reports ‘what’s behind the shocking exodus’ from Los Angeles

"Gee, it's a real mystery."

News | News

Why A Small-Scale Artist Is Rebuilding Tiny Versions Of Iconic LA Buildings, Including This Eastside Burrito Joint

Al & Bea’s Mexican Food, known for its warm and messy burritos, is artist Kieran Wright’s latest project to explore Los Angeles.

News | In The News

New limits on 'pretextual stops' by LAPD approved - Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles police officers may no longer use minor code violations to conduct "pretextual stops" unless they have additional information about a serious crime.

Travel | Travel

It's Now Cheaper To Travel To Disneyland In Paris Rather Than California

According to a recent report, it's now cheaper for Californians to visit Disneyland in Paris than it is to visit the theme park's California location. The report from KGPE shows that a trip to Disneyland in Anaheim is now almost twice as expensive as traveling to Disney in Marne le Vallee, France.

History | America!!

Violence Descends on Los Angeles During Post-Super Bowl Rioting, Looting

Sunday’s Super Bowl victory by the Rams triggered idiots to turn the “City of Angels” into the city of mayhem. The Los Angeles Police Department declared an unlawful assembly and large numbers of the men and women in blue responded to fireworks, looting a

News | News

Los Angeles shopping center The Grove adds coil fencing to deter smash-and-grab robberies

As a recent wave of mob-led store robberies has put retailers, mall operators and communities on edge, one popular shopping center is keeping an unusual security measure in place through the holiday season.

News | In The News

PLASTIC UTENSILS WILL ONLY BE GIVEN BY REQUEST IN LOS ANGELES

As of Monday, Los Angeles restaurant-goers will no longer be given plastic utensils unless it is by request.

Travel | Travel

10 Facts About Joshua Tree National Park | Mental Floss

Only two hours outside Los Angeles, Joshua Tree National Park has always had a glamorous cachet. But it also has a fascinating history filled with Hollywood-style drama.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Los Angeles was voted the most expensive, inconvenient city in North America. Congrats?

On the flip side, we’re the most creative city on the continent.

Travel | Travel

Why Is Pacific Coast Highway So Loved (And What To See Along The Way)

It's easy to see why the Pacific Coast Highway is so popular, but you don't really know until you've driven - and experienced it - for yourself.

News | The News

Orange County’s oldest Taco Bell is closing Sept. 7 – Orange County Register

The Laguna Beach restaurant opened in 1967 and still resembles the fast food chain’s early architectural style.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

The 15 best day trips from Los Angeles

Make the most of your day off with these easy, affordable and quick day trips from Los Angeles to SoCal beaches, wineries, ranches and more.

History | History

How Car Culture Shaped The Crazy, Cool Architecture Of Midcentury LA | LAist

Decades after they were built, some of the most iconic structures built to sell and service automobiles are being restored and repurposed.

News | News

Los Angeles is Re-Opening Fast!: COVID-19 Updates: Reopenings, Outdoor Happenings

Here at DoLA, we want to keep you as updated as possible on the latest surrounding re-openings, new social-distancing safe events, testing sites, event cancellations, and regulations set in place by the city of Los Angeles and the state of California to s

News | In The News

L.A. County continues to report progress in coronavirus fight

Encouraging statistics have buoyed hopes that authorities can vaccinate enough people at a sufficient speed to head off a potential variant-driven surge.

News | The News

Hopeful Disneyland fans wait for hours to get a ticket. ‘Anxiety is through the roof’

Disneyland launched its ticket and reservation system Thursday for the park’s reopening and hopeful park goers are waiting for hours to get their tickets.

Miscellaneous | The Hometown

LA Neighborhood Deteriorates Into Violent Gang-Run Street Slum

A homeless encampment in northeast Los Angeles overrun by gang activity has prompted frustrated residents to beg apathetic city officials for help.

News | News

Grunion Run In Santa Monica: Look, Don't Touch This Month

Grunion Run In Santa Monica: Look, Don't Touch This Month - Santa Monica, CA - It's "look but don't touch" spawning season for the small silver fish. Area experts discuss why this is the best time to see them in action.

News | The News

Riot Police Clash With Hundreds of Homeless in Los Angeles

Echo Park Lake in Los Angeles has been home to thousands of homeless people since 2019.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

As LA Eases Restrictions, the City’s Beloved Dive Bars Begin to Plan for Reopening - Eater LA

As the county plans to move into the less restrictive orange tier, some of LA’s most popular drinking dens could once again serve alcohol on-site

News | News

Disneyland will reopen on April 30th, for California residents only

One year after Disney shut its doors indefinitely, laying off tens of thousands of staff, Disneyland will reopen on April 30th, the company announced. Masks will be required, and only California residents can attend for now.

News | The News

Speed Cameras In LA? A New Bill Would Allow CA Cities To Explore The Technology

State and local leaders call speed cameras a 'proven tool' to reduce speeding and save lives.

Entertainment | Entertainment

Art House Movie Theaters Fight On Amid Pandemic | Hollywood Reporter

While some independent movie houses have closed indefinitely, others persevere with a mix of drive-ins, virtual screenings and concession sales as they apply for long-awaited federal relief.

Politics | Politics

A Day In The Life Of A Brewery Crushed By LA's Shifting COVID Rules

The county even regulates what meets the standard of a 'bonafide meal' each group of customers is required to buy if they would like to order beer.

Miscellaneous | The Hometown

Outdoor dining can resume in L.A. County, but no TV allowed and no more than 6 people per table | KTLA

After a two-month ban, Los Angeles County restaurants are once again welcoming customers for outdoor dining Friday. California state officials lifted the regional stay-at-home order earlier this week, and L.A. County officials announced that restaurants,

Miscellaneous | The Hometown

Pasadena to keep outdoor dining open despite L.A. County health order | KTLA

The Pasadena City Council decided Monday to keep restaurants open for dining, despite the Los Angeles County public health order requiring outdoor dining to halt as of Wednesday. While the city cou…

News | News

LA Restaurant Owners React to County’s Proposed COVID-19 Recovery Fee Surcharge

The proposed fee would be an additional charge for diners eating on the premises

Food & Drink | Food & Drink

Bootleg, One of LA’s Best Pan Pizza Spots, Gains Mid-City Storefront - Eater LA

Bootleg Pizza has gone from underground hit to food truck, and now it’s jumping into the brick and mortar restaurant game

Miscellaneous | Other Stuff

Swingers to Reopen: Westside Food Scene - WestsideToday

Westside Food Scene October 22, 2020 By Kerry Slater Swingers Back in Businesses Swingers, the popular American diner, is reopening...

Food & Drink | Food

The Best Hamburgers for Pickup & Delivery Near Me | October 2020

Wondering where to eat the best hamburgers with kids in Los Angeles? Try one of these places where you can find Los Angeles' best hamburgers.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

A Eulogy for L.A.’s Fallen Restaurants

Let us toast the fantastic local eateries lost to COVID-19.

News | News

Disneyland layoffs include 2,800 restaurant workers, food cart vendors and Club 33 staff – Orange County Register

Disney has notified Workers United Local 50 that the union’s Disneyland and Disney California Adventure employees will absorb one in ten of the 28,000 layoffs coming to the Disney Parks, Ente…

Politics | Op-Ed

Ben Shapiro: Why I'm Leaving California

I want my kids to grow up in a community with a future, with more freedom and safety than I grew up with. California makes that impossible.

News | News

OC restaurant appeals to LA anti-mask crowd with ‘Godfather’-inspired billboard

Basilico Pasta e Vino in Huntington Beach took out advertising on a billboard near the Beverly Center with the words ‘Leave the Mask, take the cannoli.’

Politics | Corruption

Homeless Anarchy in Los Angeles - American Greatness

nyone thinking about blaming the police for the anarchy that grips America’s liberal cities is not paying attention. The police know how to do their jobs. The politicians, elected by progressive liberals, do not let them. And often enough, even when there

News | In The News

Airline Pilots Landing At LAX Report "A Guy In Jetpack" Flying Alongside Them

Even in an era in which congress wants to openly investigate UFOs, a dude flying alongside an airliner over Los Angeles in a jetpack is still bonkers

News | News

How Disneyland could reopen under California’s 4-tier plan

Would you return to Disneyland if you couldn’t go on Rise of the Resistance, Space Mountain, Fantasyland dark rides and other indoor attractions?

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

55 Things to Do in L.A. This Week [8-27-2020 to 9-2-2020]

This week, we've got online music and film festivals, outdoor dining pop-ups and music video screenings, new podcasts, drive-in comedy, virtual cooking classes, and more.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

54 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (8-13-2020 to 8-19-2020)

This week, we've got comedy drive-ins, free ice cream, a summer potluck contest, outdoor spin classes, Nisei Week’s first online festival, takeout and delivery deals, online art openings, DIY cake kits, and more.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Here’s Looking at You, Auburn, Somni: Remembering beloved restaurants that LA lost to the pandemic

A number of LA restaurants — high-end and casual — are permanently closing during the pandemic, and each closing affects families of owners and employees. The closures ripple out to all the different industries that service restaurants.

Food & Drink | Food

Iconic Stan’s Donuts Westwood Saved By Equally-Old LA Doughnut Shop - Eater LA

Fans were sad to learn in April that owner Stan Berman was retiring after 55 years, but now 64-year-old Primo’s Donuts is on to revive the shop

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

39 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (7-30-2020 to 8-5-2020)

This week, we've got a Thai film drive-in, an online dessert fest, a delivery wings fest, interactive plays and games, panels, lectures, and more.

Politics | Liberal Hypocrisy

SEE IT: Same Day L.A. Mayor Says ‘Avoid Gatherings’ For July 4th, LAPD Posts Photo Of Thousands Gathered For Protest

On the same day that Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti (D) posted a series of warnings to residents about maintaining mandated social distancing measures, including wearing face masks and avoiding gatherings with “anybody except for those you live wit

News | In The News

California orders bars closed in seven counties as coronavirus surges

California Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered seven counties, including Los Angeles, to shutter bars Sunday as new coronavirus cases surge in the state.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Why officials aren't alarmed by spiking coronavirus numbers - Los Angeles Times

Bartenders over the weekend began mixing drinks, gyms turned on elliptical machines and nail salons began polishing away as Los Angeles County reopened more of its economy even as coronavirus cases continued to rise.

Politics | Leftists Are Insane

The Los Angeles County Office of Education Loses Its Damn Mind

he school-to-prison pipeline in Los Angeles County just got a whole lot shorter. In fact, for the coming school year, it will disappear entirely! Now they will waste no time. The schools themselves will become prisons. That, at least, is the gist of a rec

News | Israel & The Jewish Community

Synagogue Defaced With Antisemitic Graffiti Amid Los Angeles Riots; Security Guards Fend Off Vandals From Second Temple

Antisemitic graffiti on the Beth Israel synagogue in the Fairfax District of Los Angeles following violent protests, May 30, 2020. …

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Here is what can now reopen in L.A. County, and here is what is still closed

Malls? Movie theaters? Hair salons? Here's a look at which L.A. County businesses can now open and which ones are still closed.

Family & Parenting | Kids

Best Bike Paths for Kids in Los Angeles, CA

Whether your kids are newly-minted two-wheeled warriors or still rocking the training wheels, visit one of these awesome bike trails in LA.

News | News

Target security guard breaks arm during fight with men who allegedly refused to wear face masks - CBS News

As the men were being escorted out, one of the suspects is seen on video punching the employee "without provocation," police said.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Stage 2 Reopening, Indie Theaters in Distress, and Other Stories You Missed From We Like L.A.

This week, we covered independent theaters struggling for answers in the face of COVID-19 and conducted interviews that shed light on the state of L.A.'s restaurant scene. We also offered a breakdown of the 5 stages of California's reopening and what open

Miscellaneous | Places You Can Still Go

As Insurance Claims Are Denied, Classic L.A. Restaurants Are Struggling to Weather the Pandemic

Beloved local haunts report they won't see a dime from their insurers, but Musso & Frank Grill is fighting back

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Now Anyone in L.A. Can Get a COVID-19 Test, Even Without Symptoms

Los Angeles becomes the first major U.S. city to allow anyone to get a free COVID-19 test, even if they don't have symptoms.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

40 Things to Do in L.A. This Week While You're Safer at Home (4-30-2020 to 5-6-2020)

This week, we've got fitness raves, witchy cocktail shows, magical hotlines, online film fests, so much theater, and more.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

44 Things to Do in L.A. This Week While You're Safer at Home (4-23-2020 to 4-29-2020)

This week, we've got a new horror audio drama, an interactive ritual, an Instagram scavenger hunt, an online pottery class, drawing tutorials, at-home HAMILTON education, virtual wine tastings, and more.

News | News

California Officials Poured 37 Tons Of Sand On A Skatepark And Skaters Responded By Turning It Into A Dirt Bike Track

Last week, officials in California took drastic measures to prevent skaters from violating stay-at-home orders and ordered 37 tons of sand to be dumped on a popular skate park in San Clemente. https://twitter.

News | News

Less Than Half Of Adults In Los Angeles Now Have Jobs

Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti (D-CA) announced Sunday that the economic consequences of the coronavirus outbreak and association shutdown will have a greater negative effect on the city than the Great Recession of 2008.  During a press conference, Garce

Miscellaneous | Miscellaneous Disney

See Disneyland as You’ve Never Seen It Before: Completely Empty

Disneyland in California has been closed for over a month due to coronavirus, and this video shows the park's eerie, empty attractions.

Politics | Liberal Hypocrisy

California’s Coronavirus Problem No One Is Talking About

By Phelim McAleer and Ann McElhinney Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti has been on the “cutting edge” of local leaders who have implemented strict shutdowns in the name of fighting the coronavirus and protecting the public. Politicians like Garcetti claim t

Architecture & Interior Design | Mid-Century!

13 More Photos Of Southern California From The 1950s

Featuring many of the towns and winding roads you may remember as a small child in Southern California, these 13 photos are a blast from the past.

News | News

Study investigates if COVID-19 came to Calif. in fall 2019

Researchers at Stanford Medicine are working to find out what proportion of Californians have already had COVID-19. The new study could help policymakers make more informed decisions during the coronavirus pandemic.

Food & Drink | Vegetarian & Vegan Tips

13 Restaurants Serving Plant-Based Takeout and Delivery Meals in Los Angeles

There’s plenty to choose from with vegan pizzas, plant-based Mexican dishes, and milk-free chocolate shakes from a drive-thru

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

L.A. has a coronavirus eviction ban, but landlords are finding ways to demand rent

Landlords in Los Angeles are pushing tenants to agree to repayment plans far more onerous than what's required under new laws passed to prevent evictions.

News | In The News

L.A. moves to prosecute eight businesses that refuse to close amid coronavirus

Coronavirus: L.A. moves to prosecute eight businesses that refuse to close, in violation of Safer at Home directive.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Coronavirus pandemic: Looking for a job? Here's a list of companies hiring in Southern California

While the coronavirus has led to shuttered businesses and massive layoffs, here are some of the companies need more workers.

News | In The News

Coronavirus: National Guard transforms Los Angeles Convention Center into field hospital

A transformation is underway inside the Los Angeles Convention Center as members of the National Guard set up dozens of beds, preparing the center for use as a federal field hospital in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Local doctor with Dignity Health Southern California says key differences between LA, New York play factor in spread of Covid-19

Dr. Testa says there are a few key differences between New York and LA that may be contributing to the volume of cases and the spread of the virus.

Politics | From CNN

California coronavirus: Crowds packed beaches despite shelter in place order

People descended on California beaches, hiking trails and parks over the weekend in open defiance of a state order to shelter in place and avoid close contact with others.

Miscellaneous | The Hometown

L.A. county health officials say it’s safe to walk, hike and bike outside amid coronavirus outbreak

Is it safe to walk, run, hike and bike outside? Is it recommended? Yes, say L.A. County Public Health officials. In fact, “take a walk” and “go for a hike” are at the top of the L.A. County Public Health Department’s “safe-to-do” list as the region’s figh

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

How to Abide by the 'Safer at Home' Order Issued by L.A. and the State

Forty million people have been asked to stay in their homes unless they need to leave for "essential" purposes

News | News

Eerily empty freeways: A symbol of how the coronavirus has hurt Los Angeles - Los Angeles Times

Free-flowing traffic across Los Angeles seems more a cause for mourning than celebration as the region grapples with the coronavirus pandemic.

Miscellaneous | The Hometown

39 Totally Fun Things To Do in L.A. This Week You Need to Know About (3-9-20 to 3-13-20)

This week, from Monday, March 9 to Friday, March 13, features Cava Discovery Week, Clock Tower Comedy at Union Station, ArtNight Pasadena, PaleyFest, Noche de Estrellas The Aquarium of the Pacific, an epic floral pop-up at Bar Fiorito and MUCH more.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

37 Totally Fun Things To Do in L.A. This Week You Need to Know About (2-24-20 to 2-28-20)

This week, from Monday, February 24 to Friday, February 28, features Free IHOP Pancakes on National Pancake Day, Fat Tuesday Celebrations, Two Bit Circus Beta Night, a Cheese & Comedy night at GCM, LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes latest exhibit "afroLAtinidad

News | The News

Adam Carolla: California would care about the homeless 'if it could get money from them' | Fox News

In an interview that aired Monday, comedian Adam Carolla told "Tucker Carlson Tonight" that California's government isn't concerned about the poor because they can't get money from them, adding that the ultra poor is "untouchable."

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Fire Breaks out at West LA Homeless Encampment - WestsideToday

LAFD: no investigation into Monday morning fire The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) put out a fire that broke out...

Architecture & Interior Design | Preservation Fails

10 L.A. Landmarks We Lost During the 2010s

Let’s take a moment to say goodbye to some historic places that we lost in the last decade

Miscellaneous | Places You Can Still Go

Crossroads of the World — Finding Lost Angeles

October 29, 1936 – “Tonight! Hollywood hails a new wonder.” Crossroads of
the World’s opening gala presented itself as a glamorous spectacle replete
with shopping, music and performances, and the attendance of international
film stars including several

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

35 Awesome Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (1-31-2020 to 2-2-2020)

This weekend in L.A. from Friday, January 31 to Sunday, February 2 features Night of Ideas at NHM, the Golden Dragon Parade, winter exhibition opening at The Hammer, Photo LA, Super Bowl food specials, and MUCH more.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

28 Awesome Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (1-3-2020 to 1-5-2020)

Los Angeles provides no limit of things to do, some awesome and some not so awesome. Since time is…

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

44 Awesome Things To Do This Thanksgiving Weekend in L.A. (11-28-2019 to 12-1-2019)

This Thanksgiving weekend in L.A. from Thursday, November 28 to Sunday, December 1 features Thanksgiving dining specials, Christmas in The Wizarding World, Queen Mary Christmas, Mar Vista Art Walk, Pumas in the Park, a dance workshop at CAAM, the Hollywoo