Retirees Wage War on L.A.’s Trash: The Cleanup Army Changing the Valley

At 8 a.m., the retirees gathered near the G Line station in Canoga Park, hard to miss in neon yellow vests. With trash bags in hand, they scanned sidewalks and … Read more

Labor Day Heatwave Scorches Southern California: Triple-Digit Temps and Beach Dangers

Southern California is facing an intense Labor Day heatwave, with temperatures soaring to dangerous levels across Los Angeles and surrounding counties. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued heat advisories … Read more

Spotted Lanternfly New York: The Invasive Pest Threatening Vineyards and Trees

When the invasive spotted lanternfly first appeared in Berks County, Pennsylvania, in 2014, few could have predicted the sweeping effect it would have across the northeastern United States. Residents like … Read more

Los Angeles Came Alive This Saturday with Music, Dance, and Culture

Los Angeles experienced a lively Saturday as the city welcomed a range of cultural and musical events that drew residents and visitors alike. From jazz enthusiasts gathering at Leimert Park … Read more

From Pain to Purpose: How Ihsan Hines is Changing Mental Health for Black Men

When Ihsan Hines lost his brother, Atif, to suicide in August 2007, the grief left an enduring mark. More than a decade later, the pain and other personal struggles nearly … Read more

Los Angeles Restaurant Closures Surge in 2025 Amid Fires, Strikes, and Rising Costs

The Los Angeles dining industry, once celebrated as one of the most dynamic in the country, is now navigating some of its toughest years. After the global pandemic in 2020 … Read more

Minneapolis Church Shooting Leaves Two Children Dead During School Mass

A quiet morning service at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis turned into a horrific scene on Wednesday when gunfire erupted during the first school Mass of the year. Authorities say … Read more

Philadelphia Theater Recovery Stalls as Funding Drops and Transit Curfews Hit

The curtain may have risen on the post-pandemic era, but for Philadelphia’s regional theaters, the performance is far from over. What was expected to be a steady return to normal … Read more

San Diego Schools Crack Down on Student Cell Phones Under New Rules

Students returning to campuses across the San Diego Unified School District this week are stepping into a new academic year — and a new set of rules for their mobile … Read more

Fire Near UNLV Sends Smoke Across Las Vegas, Triggers Emergency Response

In a sudden turn of events Friday morning, a fire broke out in a two-story commercial building near the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, sending thick plumes of smoke sweeping … Read more