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31 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. {7-23-2021 to 7-25-202)
This weekend, from July 23 to July 25, features proof of vax bars, Night Dive at the Aquarium, a Nina Simone Tribute at The Bowl, Sunday Sessions in Grand Park, Picnic on the Plaza in Little Tokyo, and more!
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
23 Fun Things to do This Week in L.A. (7-19-2021 to 7-23-2021)
This week, from July 19 to July 23, features a free taco pop-up via LeBron James and Fortnite, a Vegan Playground in the Arts District, Fourth Fridays at The Broad, Night Dive at the Aquarium of the Pacific, the Chocolate & Art Show, and more!
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
25 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (7-16-2021 to 7-18-2021)
This weekend, from July 16 to July 18, features a DiscOasis, an HBO takeover of the Santa Monica Pier, a Kite Festival in Chinatown, Summer Music Strolls at Descanso Gardens, Ice Cream Alley at Smorgasburg, and more!
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.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
Fun Things to do This Week in L.A. (7-12-2021 to 7-16-2021)
This week, from July 12 to July 16, features National Michelada Day, an HBO takeover of the SM Pier, the public reopening of MOLAA, an outdoor Shakespeare performance, the return of the OC Fair, and more!
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
28 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (7-9-2021 to 7-11-2021)
This weekend, from July 9 to July 11, features the return of 626 Night Market, a Night Sky Star Party at Paramount Ranch, a Bazaar Bizarre at Zombie Joe's, Pasadena POPS at the Arboretum, an outdoor art experience in Santa Monica, Grand Performances in DT
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
25 Fun Things to do This Week in L.A. (7-5-2021 to 7-9-2021)
This week, from July 5 to July 9, features Divine Immersion at the Pacific Asia Museum, a Cardboard City on 3rd Street Promenade, the 626 Night Market in the SGV, National Fried Chicken Day, more!
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
28 Fun Things to do This 4th of July Weekend in L.A. (7-2-2021 to 7-4-2021)
This weekend, from July 2 to July 4, features the reopening of Smorgasburg, Fourth of July at the Hollywood Bowl, Americafest at the Rose Bowl, a movie and fireworks at Hollywood Forever, the Day Trip Festival, LOTS of Independence Day food specials, and
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
34 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (6-25-2021 to 6-27-2021)
This weekend, from June 25 to June 27, features Movies on Location in the The Valley, The Other Art Fair, the reopening of The Autry, a Toyzilla swap meet in the SGV, a Cars and Coffee meet-up in Griffith Park, the Creative Communal Market in Long Beach,
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
33 Fun Things to do This Father's Day Weekend in L.A. (6-18-2021 to 6-20-2021)
This Father's Day weekend, from June 18 to June 20, features tons of Father's Day food ideas, Juneteenth celebrations, pop-up markets, drive-in movies, an immersive audio play series, a Freedom Day Walk, and more!
Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff
California's reopening day has arrived. Here's everything that changes in Los Angeles.
No more social distancing, no more capacity limits and no more masks (mostly).
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
22 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (6-11-2021 to 6-13-2021)
As Los Angeles finds its way out of the pandemic and restrictions gradually ease, we’re continuing our bi-weekly round-ups…
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
24 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (6-4-2021 to 6-6-2021)
This weekend features a donut freebie from Dunkin', a colorful art walk in Santa Monica, the L.A. Zoo's Beastly Ball, First Fridays at NHM, a DIY boba kit, and more!
History | Historic Los Angeles
The History Los Angeles Has Lost to the Pandemic
The city is opening up, but here are some landmarks and treasures that we miss already.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
24 Fun Things to do This Memorial Day Weekend in L.A. (5-28-2021 to 5-31-2021)
As Los Angeles finds its way out of the pandemic and restrictions gradually ease, we’re continuing our bi-weekly round-ups…
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
26 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (5-21-2021 to 5-23-2021)
As Los Angeles finds its way out of the pandemic and restrictions gradually ease, we’re continuing our bi-weekly round-ups…
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.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
57 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (5-14-2021 to 5-16-2021)
This weekend, we've got Ai Weiwei’s Trace at the Skirball, pop-up markets, a ‘20s-themed lawn party, NHM’s virtual bug fair, fun restaurant mashups, and more.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
62 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (5-7-2021 to 5-9-2021)
We used to tell you about all the things you could go out and do in Los Angeles on…
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 | News
L.A. County meets threshold to enter California’s least restrictive yellow tier; widest reopenings could come soon
Los Angeles County has one foot in the most lenient category of the state’s COVID-19 reopening system, a momentous achievement for a region that was once so ravaged by the coronavirus it was considered the epicenter of the pandemic in California. Accordin
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.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
33 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (4-23-2021 to 4-25-2021)
This weekend, we've got new exhibits at the Japanese American National Museum and Hauser & Wirth, virtual cooking classes, Oscars panels and dining events, a market with baked goods and vintage clothing, and more.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
39 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (4-16-2021 to 4-18-2021)
This weekend, we've got the reopening of the Huntington, the Hammer, and LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, plus a new AR exhibit from LACMA, a virtual wellness fest, free affogatos, and more.
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.
Entertainment | 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.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
60 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (4-9-2021 to 4-11-2021)
This weekend, we've got several new gallery openings, a one-night-only walk-through art experience, outdoor yoga, a new cocktail bar, a virtual comedy fest, online tours and lectures, and more.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (4-2-2021 to 4-4-2021)
This weekend, we've got Dine Out Long Beach, in-person and online art shows, Easter markets and brunch specials, new exhibits at LACMA and the Natural History Museum, an online murder-mystery game, and more.
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 | Things To Do: Los Angeles
35 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (3-26-2021 to 3-28-2021)
This weekend, we've got an outdoor market to benefit Stop AAPI Hate, museum reopenings, drive-in comedy, baking workshops, new pop-up restaurants, Passover menus for takeout and delivery, and more.
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.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
37 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (3-19-2021 to 3-21-2021)
This weekend, we've got the return of Desert X, new virtual and IRL art, drive-in movies, March Madness food deals, and more.
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.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
38 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (3-12-2021 to 3-14-2021)
This weekend, we've got a Jarritos soda pop-up, drive-in comedy and movies, Pi Day specials, new art shows, and more.
News | News
Kroger closes 3 stores in Los Angeles over a $5-per-hour hazard pay mandate
Kroger said it will close three stores in Los Angeles after local officials mandated $5-per-hour hazard pay for grocery and drug store workers.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
43 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (2-26-2021 to 2-28-2021)
This weekend, we've got a Spongebob Squarepants drive-in experience, rooftop yoga, virtual art galleries, Bob Baker Day, Golden Globes takeout specials, and more.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
9 Southern California Spots for Actual Carhop Service
Burgers, shakes, pizzas, and more — and sometimes even served on roller skates
News | The News
Appointments are no longer needed to get tested for COVID-19 at L.A. city-run sites
People interested in getting tested can show up to one of the city’s testing sites during the normal business hours of 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., from Monday through Saturday, Mayor Eric Garcetti said…
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
35 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (2-19-2021 to 2-21-2021)
This weekend, we've got a themed carwash, a conversation with Ai Weiwei, virtual poetry slams, online art exhibits and astronomy events, drive-in cinema, a new seafood restaurant, sushi deals, and more.
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 | Things To Do: Los Angeles
51 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (2-12-2021 to 2-14-2021)
This weekend, we've got Lunar New Year events, Mardi Gras and Valentine's Day specials, a mysterious online cruise, a drive-thru food fest, romantic drive-in screenings, candle workshops, a birding class, and more.
News | The News
Metro considers congestion pricing for DTLA, I-10 Freeway, Santa Monica Mountains
Two years ago, the Metro Board of Directors voted to explore strategies to ease the snarling traffic that famously plague Los Angeles - including congestion pricing. Now,
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
31 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (2-5-2021 to 2-7-2021)
This weekend, we've got Super Bowl-themed takeout specials and cooking classes, the Puppy Bowl, film and literature discussions, art activities for kids, and more.
Entertainment | 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 | Things To Do: Los Angeles
28 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (1-29-2021 to 1-31-2021)
This weekend, we've got a new Brazilian restaurant, a sexy film fest, a star-studded comedy show, fortune readings, photo exhibits, and more.
News | The News
L.A. County to allow outdoor dining Friday after California lifts regional stay-at-home order
After Gov. Gavin Newsom lifted the regional stay-at-home order, Los Angeles County officials on Monday announced many venues can reopen and outdoor dining can resume Friday. The county is aligning with the state’s COVID-19 restrictions, allowing activitie
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
24 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (1-22-2021 to 1-24-2021)
This weekend, we've got a women-focused food fest, a video art & music series, fantastical tours, movie trivia, virtual concerts, and more.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
COVID-19 Updates: Reopenings, Outdoor Happenings, Cancellations + More
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
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
24 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (1-1-2020 to 1-3-2020)
busy, make you laugh, teach you something, or help you feel less alone.This week, we’ve got a drive-thru festival, online quests and variety shows, the Japanese American National Museum’s virtual Oshogatsu Family Festival, and more.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
35 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (12-18-2020 to 12-20-2020)
This weekend, we have a Home Alone pizza pop-up, interactive online concerts and theater, outdoor art, a new sushi spot, and more.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
63 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (12-10-2020 to 12-16-2020)
This week, we've got Hanukkah events and food specials, holiday markets, virtual performances and tours, and more.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
43 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (12-3-2020 to 12-9-2020)
This week, we've got new options and specials for takeout, in-car holiday spectacles, and virtual theater, lectures, film debuts, and more.
News | The News
L.A. County’s holiday COVID-19 restrictions face skepticism from weary public
It was a Black Friday contrast that speaks to the immense challenge facing public health officials as they try to slow an unprecedented coronavirus surge during a holiday season that many hoped would be a reprieve from a year of pandemic restrictions. Los
Sports | Surfing/SUPing
The Truth About Surfing in Los Angeles
Here's the truth about surfing in Los Angeles, to be more specific the South Bay region of Los Angeles. Forget the social media post. Photographers and video...
Entertainment | 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…
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
53 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (11-12-2020 to 11-18-2020)
This week, we've got holiday displays, food pop-ups, DesignerCon, bake sales, Adult Swim Festival,and more.
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 | Things To Do: Los Angeles
VOTE AND TREAT YOURSELF TO A DEAL OR FREEBIE - YOU DESERVE IT!
Vote and Treat Yourself to a deal or Freebie - You Deserve It!
One of the many benefits of voting is the opportunity to score great deals and freebies around LA. Turn in your early voting ballot or show up to the polls on election day, just make sure to
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
56 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (10-22-2020 to 10-28-2020)
We used to tell you about all the things you could go out and do in Los Angeles on…
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 | Things To Do: Los Angeles
59 Things to Do in L.A. This Week [10-15-2020 to 10-21-2020]
This week, we've got hikes with rescue dogs, private puppet shows, pumpkin patches, outdoor puzzle hunts, the virtual LA Times Festival of Books, interactive art walks and horror screenings, and more.
History | Historic Los Angeles
So Long, Sears. What Comes Next For These Empty Architectural Behemoths?: LAist
In Boyle Heights, the nine-story, Art Deco store that started it all is a strange mix of bustling commerce and yawning, empty space.
Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff
A Eulogy for L.A.’s Fallen Restaurants
Let us toast the fantastic local eateries lost to COVID-19.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
59 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (10-08-2020 to 10-14-2020)
This week, we've got drive-ins and outdoor screenings, farm tours and pumpkin patches, Halloween events, virtual film and music fests, and more.
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…
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
54 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (10-01-2020 to 10-07-2020)
This week, we've got poolside fitness classes, Halloween scares, outdoor food fests, virtual fundraisers, online gameshows, and more.
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.’
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
76 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (9-24-2020 to 9-30-2020)
This week, we've got in-person and online art, drive-ins, free coffee, restaurant pop-ups, live-streamed concerts and plays, and more.
Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles
59 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (9-17-2020 to 9-23-2020)
This week, we've got 60-cent tacos, vegan dinner pop-ups, a toy drive, online and appointment-only art shows, a virtual Dino Fest, a Zoom mystery game, and a couple new ways to see Shakespeare online.
Politics | Malfeasance
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.
Politics | Leftists Are Insane
LA County mercilessly mocked for telling residents they can snitch on businesses that don't fall in line with stay-at-home orders
'I'd like to report @CountyofLA for violation of the Constitution...'
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
Entertainment | 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.
Entertainment | 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.
Entertainment | 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.
Food & Drink | Food & Drink
The 38 Essential Los Angeles Restaurants, Winter 2020
Eater’s recommended restaurants in the City of Angels
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…
Politics | The Hall of Idiots
L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti’s bold new solution to city’s homelessness problem is impressively terrible
Earlier this year, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti praised a new effort to end homelessness: murals.
Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff
How To Raise Money For The Homeless By Sleeping Outside (At A Free Rose Bowl Concert)
Grab your jacket and a sleeping bag for this homelessness Live Aid.
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
Food & Drink | LA Spots
The 16 Hottest Restaurants in LA Right Now, November 2019
Where to eat right now in the City of Angels
Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff
Here’s a Cheat Sheet of Free Museum Days in L.A. For November (2019)
For this post we’re detailing free days for the month of November, 2019
Politics | The Hall of Idiots
Genius bureaucrats in Los Angeles successfully increase wait times for Uber and Lyft at LAX
"The MINIMUM WAIT WILL BE 45 MINS TO 1 HOUR AFTER THE TERMINAL BUS RIDE!"
Family & Parenting | Kids
Ten Really Cool Places For Geeks & Nerds To Visit In Los Angeles - Your Mileage May Vary
A while back we wrote about places in New York City that would be perfect for geeks and nerds. Of course, the Big Apple isn’t the only place with such locations; Los Angeles has more than its share of stuff for geeks and nerds to enjoy… Eighty Two Eig
Politics | Politics
A New Dark Age: California’s Blackouts Are Self-Inflicted
Now, in large parts of California, if you want to keep the lights on during the blackouts, you better have a flashlight or a gas lamp. Twenty-first century green dreams have led to 19th-century realities.
Food & Drink | Coffee
Wake Up and Smell the Newest Independent Coffee Shops in LA
From the Downtown LA Arts District to Pacific Palisades, get your caffeine fix at the latest and greatest indie coffee shops in LA.
History | Los Angeles History
40 Photos of Los Angeles Over From 1910 to Now!
So much has happened since the city was founded in 1871. It all started when studios popped up all over town and Old Hollywood took over.
Miscellaneous | Disneyland History
Disneyland’s First-Ever Customer Has Been Using His Lifetime Ticket Every Year Since 1955
There are so many things in life that bring joy to us humans and various amusement parks can sure be taken into the list of those little simple pleasures this world has to offer. Just think about the utopia of it - you get to walk around the fantasy world
Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff
46 Totally Fun Things To Do in L.A. This Week You Need to Know About (9-30-19 to 10-4-19)
This week, from Monday, September 30 to Friday, October 4, features Nights of the Jack, a Tito’s Vodka & Tito’s Tacos party, Freeform’s Halloween Town, Alpine Village Oktoberfest, Dumpling & Beer Festival, Haunted Little Tokyo and MUCH more.
Music | Music
Why the Black Keys shut out hundreds of fans, causing chaos at the Wiltern
The Black Keys made tickets to their Wiltern show nontransferable to third-party vendors, leaving fans who bought tickets from sites such as StubHub turned away at the doors.
Food & Drink | Food
LA’s 14 Most Delectable Doughnut Shops
Old school and new, deep-fried and delicious
Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff
32 Totally Fun Things To Do in L.A. This Week You Need to Know About (9-9-19 to 9-13-19)
This week, from Monday, September 9 to Friday, September 13, features Twilight Concerts On The Pier, Griffith Observatory Sunset Walk & Talk, Brian Wilson & The Zombies at The Greek Theatre, Moonlight Yoga at LA River, Son of Monsterpalooza and MU
Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff
43 Awesome Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (9-6-2019 to 9-8-2019)
This weekend in L.A. from Friday, September 6 to Sunday, September 8 features The Original Long Beach Lobster Festival, Muse 'til Midnight at LACMA, Downtown Long Beach Buskerfeest, The Moon Festival Spectacular and MUCH more.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Best Children’s Museums in Los Angeles
Looking for the best kids museums? These family-favorite museums are some of the best in the world and luckily, in Los Angeles.
News | In The News
Largest earthquake in decades hits Southern California, measuring 6.4 magnitude - Los Angeles Times
Earthquake rattles Southern California. The 10:33 a.m. quake was centered in the Searles Valley, a remote area of Kern County about 100 miles from L.A.
Pets & Animals | Animal Rescue Stories
50 of the 140 shih tzus seized from affluent California home now ready for adoption
Shih tzu dogs taken from a hoarding situation in Orange in Mar are available for adoption through OC Animal Care.
Family & Parenting | Kids
Best Train and Railroad-Related Attractions in Los Angeles for Kids
Los Angeles has many train-related attractions. Here you'll find the best places in LA to take your train-crazy kid.
Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff
How to Do Summer in LA!
After an uncharacteristically chilly winter, summer is finally peaking through the clouds in LA! Get ready for a season of sun, friends, lots of beach time, live music, outdoor movies, and plenty of good eating and drinking. Consider this page your one-st
Music | Music
Back To The Beach: How Sun, Sand And Surf Inspired Beach Music
The Beach Boys created the “California Dream” but beach music has its roots all over the US – or anywhere where there’s sand and restless spirits.
Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff
A swarm of 1,000 earthquakes hit Southern California — how nervous should we be? - Los Angeles Times
It can be worth taking note of small earthquakes. But what they may mean is never quite clear.
News | The News
Bubonic Plague ‘Likely’ Already Present In Los Angeles, Dr. Drew Says | Daily Wire
Los Angeles is going down the drain.
News | Israel & The Jewish Community
Palestinian Uber driver in L.A. kicks 2 Jewish women out of his car | The Jerusalem post
The driver, named Mustafa, asked the women where they were coming from after they sat in the back seat.
Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff
35 Awesome Things To Do This Weekend in L.A. (3-29-2019 to 3-31-2019)
This weekend, from Friday, March 29 to Sunday, March 31, features 7th annual ¡Latin Food Fest!, Street Food Cinema Grease 50's Style Prom, Spring Market at ROW DTLA, Torrance Cherry Blossom Cultural Festival, Pasadena Festival of Tea and MUCH more.
Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff
28 Totally Fun Things To Do in L.A. This Week You Need to Know About (3-18-19 to 3-22-19)
This week, from Monday, March 18 to Friday, March 22, features The Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop Celebration, Secret Gardens of Forest Lawn Glendale and more.
Miscellaneous | Other Stories
Why are there so many butterflies in Southern California right now? – Pasadena Star News
The large movement of small, Painted Lady butterflies may continue for about a month.
