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Legendary rapper involved in crash with garbage truck on Los Angeles freeway

Rapper DMC of the iconic hip-hop group Run-DMC was involved in a crash with a garbage truck in South Los Angeles on Friday. It happened just after 11:30 a.m. on the 105 Freeway, according to the CHP. Footage from the aftermath of the crash was shared on the Citizen App. The rapper, whose real name […]

Los Angeles, CA · 11d

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12 Historic American Train Stations, From Grand Central Terminal to Union Station in Los Angeles

From Beaux-Arts palaces to Art Deco showpieces, twelve historic American train stations that still reward a visit, with sourced facts on each.

Los Angeles, CA · 10d

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A ‘Nutcracker' filled with marionettes will frolic on a Sierra Madre stage

Sierra Madre may have some hallmarks that truly stand out, from the giant wistaria vine that grows over two backyards (you can see it on a single springtime Sunday) to the big bears that often trundle through the mountain-close community's streets. It's also got several sweet notes that add flavor:...

Los Angeles, CA · 8d

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Happy 75th to Our Veterans Memorial Building

The Veterans Memorial Building, one of the most often-used and iconic structures in Culver City, celebrated its 75th Anniversary this year. Culver City acquired a major portion of the land, known as Exposition Park, in 1938. After WWII, it was officially designated as Veterans Memorial Park on August 8, 1949. A bond was passed by Culver City residents, as there was a need for a community recreation center, restaurant, stage, and gymnasium. The so-called “Tourist Tower” promised great views of MGM’s backlot sets.

Culver City, CA · 8d

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Día de los Muertos events planned across Southern California

LOS ANGELES — Día de los Muertos celebrations are planned across Los Angeles County Sunday, with ofrendas, live music, dance, art activities and community gatherings honoring loved ones who have died. The observances began at 11 a.m. Sunday at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, where...

Los Angeles County, CA · 9d

Deadline

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FilmLA Extends Application Deadline For Low Impact Permit Pilot Program

The City of Los Angeles and its partner film office will extend a pilot program through April 2027 that aims to reduce the cost of permits for television, movie and other productions. Newsom’s November Surprise: Boost CA Film & TV Tax Incentives To $1B ASAP, Says Exiting Governor FilmLA, the film office for the city and county of Los Angeles, announced today it will continue accepting applications without interruption for its Low Impact Permit Pilot Program. Operation of the pilot program was slated to be complete by Oct. 31. Through the program, filmmakers can apply for Low Impact permits via the MyFilmLA online permit application portal for the following: – a $350 application fee, compared to a $931 for a standard film permit – a $156 notification fee per location, compared to the original cost of $232 – a waived $285 spot check fee that would normally be conducted by the Los Angeles Fire Department The permit would be available for up to three filming locations over three consecutive days within the city’s jurisdiction, and with no more than 30 cast and crew on set. During the pilot’s first six months, from April 27 through Oct. 31, FilmLA issued 422

Los Angeles, CA · 8d

Animals Around The Globe

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16 American Parks Richer in Wildlife Than Yellowstone and Half as Crowded

Yellowstone gets the postcards, the bison traffic jams, and more than 4.7 million visitors in a big year. So it’s easy to assume it’s the only place in America where wildlife shows up on cue. It isn’t. These 16 places can match or beat it on what matters during a trip: bird lists, rare species, … The post 16 American Parks Richer in Wildlife Than Yellowstone and Half as Crowded appeared first on Animals Around The Globe .

Yellowstone National Park, MT · 9d

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The Cast of 'Welcome Back, Kotter': Who's Gone, Who's Still Alive

When ABC premiered Welcome Back, Kotter in the fall of 1975, television audiences fell head over heels for Room 11th's beloved misfits, the Sweathogs. Half a century later, the legacy of James Buchanan High School remains etched in pop-culture history, even as time has quietly thinned the ranks of its famous Brooklyn classroom. This is the story of which cast members are still alive, and which have passed away.

Los Angeles County, CA · 11d

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Thousands will be in downtown L.A. for L.A. Comic Con this weekend

L.A. Comic Con is this weekend – right in time for Halloween. KTLA’s Erin Myers was live at the Convention Center in downtown Los Angeles in full costume — this year, she’s Catwoman — and she interviewed the CEO of L.A. Comic Con, Chris Demoulin, about what attendees can expect this year. “We have over […]

Los Angeles, CA · 10d

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Dina Douglass – Shot As A Teen

A remarkable collection of Los Angeles punk photographs, hidden away in a closet for more than four decades, is being published for the first time. Shot As A Teen, out November 14 via Trust Records and Kill Your Idols Books, features photographs taken by then-teenage photographer Dina Douglass between 1981 and 1985, capturing the bands, fans and underground culture of LA’s burgeoning punk, goth and hardcore scenes.

Los Angeles, CA · 8d

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‘Stars Align' for LA28 With Help From the Red Hot Chili Peppers

LOS ANGELES - The Red Hot Chili Peppers' "Can't Stop" is helping introduce the world to LA28's new slogan, "Stars Align," pairing a hometown band with images of the city preparing to host the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Organizers unveiled the slogan Wednesday, Oct. 28 . LA28 said the message connects Los Angeles' identity with the years of preparation athletes bring to the Games.The launch video puts the city itself in the spotlight. LA28 said the film "showcases the landscapes and landmarks of Los Angeles, from recognizable cultural icons like the Hollywood Sign and Griffith Observatory, alongside the city's golden-hour sunsets and diverse communities that call LA home," with the Los Angeles band providing the soundtrack."The greatest moments in sport don't just happen. Athletes work their whole lives for them," said LA28 Chief Marketing Officer Alex Merchán. "In 2028, hard work meets the city of dreams. That's what `Stars Align' is about. This film is just the spark for what's to come.""Los Angeles is the place where dreams take flight, and the Olympics show us what's possible when the world unites. ‘Stars Align' is a call to action, whether you're an athlete at the peak of your skill, a

Los Angeles, CA · 10d

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Oldies Return To Southern California

Mount Wilson FM Broadcasters has launched Oldies 1260 KKAR Beverly Hills/Los Angeles. Positioning as “Rock Around The Clock”, the station is featuring music from the 1950s through 1980s with an emphasis on the 60s and 70s. 1260 has had multiple iterations with Oldies over the past few decades.

Los Angeles, CA · 9d

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100-foot Christmas tree arrives at The Grove ahead of holiday season

The arrival of a 100-foot Christmas tree at The Grove signals that the holiday season is just around the corner at the Los Angeles shopping and entertainment center. Sky5 captured crews maneuvering the tree through the Fairfax District property Monday morning. The tree was hand-selected from Mount Shasta. The mall will be celebrating its 25th […]

Los Angeles, CA · 8d

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My Chemical Romance Soars Past Olivia Rodrigo on the Charts, Achieving First-Ever No. 1 Album

The nostalgic rock band's LP in focus is actually 20 years old.

Los Angeles, CA · 9d

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Santa Monica Gallery Turns Decorated Lunch Bags Into Art for One Night Only

At Craig Krull Gallery in Bergamot Station Arts Center, decorated paper lunch bags will move from meal service to exhibition walls for one evening. Westside H.O.D.G. will host its Lunch Bag Art Exhibition from 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 1. The bags are made by volunteers for a Sunday meal effort that has operated across Los Angeles since 2020.

Santa Monica, CA · 11d

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The Forever Tour in Long Beach, CA | Nov. 28th, 2026

The Fall Festival of Classic R&B, Soul & beyond, The Forever Tour, lights up Thanksgiving weekend in Long Beach, California. The city of Long Beach is proud to host a night of national Billboard-charting R&B and soul favorites representing the sixties, seventies and eighties along with current West Coast talents coming together for a celebration which is The Forever Tour. Get ready for Saturday, November 28 with Barbara Mason, WAR, The Chi-Lites and The Whispers headlining this event to the Long Beach Arena at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center.

Long Beach, CA · 11d

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Today in West Hollywood History: Rihanna Gets Key to the City and is Crowned WeHo Queen of Halloween 2012

Today in West Hollywood history, Rihanna received the Key to the City of West Hollywood and was crowned the city’s Queen of Halloween during the 2012 Halloween Carnaval. The occasion took place Wednesday, October 31, 2012, during the 25th anniversary of West Hollywood’s legendary Halloween Carnaval. Then-Mayor Jeffrey Prang and Mayor Pro Tempore Abbe Land gathered at a secret location on La Cienega Boulevard near Santa Monica Boulevard to surprise the superstar with the honor. Rihanna received a key to the city, a crown, a scepter and an official proclamation, while council members John Duran, John D’Amico and John Heilman looked on.

West Hollywood, CA · 10d

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The Santa Monica Pier honors Mexican film icon Pedro Infante during the seventh annual Día de los Muertos celebration

Two-day coastal festival features classic car cruise, traditional Aztec blessings, ballet folklórico, and remarks by Mexico’s consul general. The City of Santa Monica will honor legendary Mexican singer and screen icon Pedro Infante this weekend as the Santa Monica Pier hosts its seventh annual Día de los Muertos celebration.

Santa Monica, CA · 10d