Palisades Fire Sparks Senate Inquiry Into DEI Programs in L.A. Fire Department

A Senate subcommittee is now investigating whether Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies played a role in the response to the devastating Palisades Fire in Los Angeles. Republican Senators Ron … Read more

Alycia Marshall Takes Charge: Community College of Philadelphia Welcomes Its New President

The Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) has officially appointed Dr. Alycia Marshall as its new president, following a unanimous vote by the college’s Board of Trustees on Tuesday morning. The … Read more

Los Angeles Trash Collection Fees Soar for First Time in 17 Years

Los Angeles residents could soon see a significant increase in their trash collection bills. The City Council is scheduled to give final approval Tuesday to an ordinance raising trash collection … Read more

CicLAvia Takes Over Downtown LA: Thousands Celebrate Car-Free Streets Festival

The streets of downtown Los Angeles came alive this Sunday as the popular CicLAvia festival returned, attracting thousands of participants eager to experience car-free streets and community-driven activities. The “CicLAvia … Read more

Los Angeles Shuts Down for Indigenous Peoples’ Day While Nation Marks Columbus Day Divide

As Los Angeles embraces Indigenous Peoples’ Day this Monday, city and county offices have shut their doors to honor the region’s Native communities and their enduring cultural heritage. Yet across … Read more

One Beverly Hills: Luxury Towers and Public Gardens Redefine Beverly Hills Skyline

Construction is rising just west of the iconic Beverly Hilton, as developer Cain International pushes forward with One Beverly Hills, a sprawling mixed-use development promising to reshape the heart of … Read more

Mascogos Play Brings Untold Black Seminole History in Coahuila to Life

A new historical sci-fi drama, “Mascogos”, is set to captivate audiences by uncovering a little-known chapter of Afro-Mexican history. Commissioned by the Latino Theater Company, the play tells the story … Read more

Beer, Guns, and History: Dawn Schiavo from San Jose Visits Sonora’s Sportsman

For travelers heading into California’s scenic Sierra Nevada, a stop in Sonora can offer more than just a scenic detour. The Sportsman, a historic gun store-bar, lets patrons sip beer … Read more

Los Angeles Overcrowded Shelters Urge Residents: Adopt a Shelter Dog This October

As Los Angeles shelters continue to operate beyond capacity, residents are being encouraged to give local pets a second chance this October during “Adopt a Shelter Dog Month.” With adoption … Read more

California Breakthrough: Uber and Lyft Drivers Can Now Form Unions

In a move hailed as historic for ride-hailing workers, California Governor Gavin Newsom on Friday signed legislation that creates a pathway for Uber and Lyft drivers to organize industry-wide and … Read more