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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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KTLA

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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

femmusic.com

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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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Westside Current

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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

KTLA

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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

theurbanmusicscene.com

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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

Santa Monica Mirror

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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

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Former `Below Deck’ Crew Members Tentatively Settle Claims vs. Studios

NBCUniversal Media LLC, Bravo Media LLC and Mountain View Productions LLC have tentatively settled with two former “Below Deck” crew members who alleged the studios covered up another cast member’s alleged sexual misconduct. Attorneys for Grey Duddleston and Samantha Suarez filed court papers on Friday with Los...

Los Angeles, CA · 10d

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Pasadena Artist Says Education Dept Ran Her Avatar Fan Art Through AI for MAGA Meme

Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Building — Federal Agency Involved In Story. A Pasadena illustrator who has posted her artwork online since she was a teenager says the U.S. Department of Education appropriated her fan art depicting Avatar: The Last Airbender characters, ran it through AI, and slapped a political slogan on top of it. Devin Elle Kurtz, 29, says she never gave anyone permission to touch the piece, let alone a federal agency pushing a campaign-style message.

Pasadena, CA · 10d

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Día de los Muertos celebrations bring street festival to West Adams and Pedro Infante tribute to Santa Monica Pier

Westside communities mark the cultural holiday with communal altars, traditional dance, classic cars, carnival rides, and live music. Neighborhood street festivals and coastal tributes will mark Día de los Muertos across the Westside this weekend, featuring public altars, traditional music, and cultural showcases spanning West Adams to the Santa Monica Pier.

Los Angeles, CA · 10d

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Photo Gallery: LBCC students and staff show off Halloween costumes

LBCC students, faculty and staff dressed up and attended a Halloween party hosted by the college in the Little Theater in the Jenni Rivera Performing Arts Building. Viking News set up a portrait gallery to capture some of the intricate and interesting costumes.

Long Beach, CA · 10d

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The Lost Music Scenes of America’s Biggest Cities

Once, New York City was the epicenter of punk, with gritty venues like CBGB birthing bands that defined a generation. The Bowery’s raw energy drew in artists from all over, fueling a scene that didn’t just shape music—it changed fashion and politics too. By 2020, most of these legendary clubs had shuttered, replaced by boutiques and apartment complexes. Rising rents and stricter licensing laws played a huge role, making it nearly impossible for grassroots venues to survive. According to the NYC Nightlife Office, over 200 small venues closed between 2015 and 2023, erasing spaces where new acts would cut their teeth. The city’s noise ordinances, tightened in 2018, have also discouraged impromptu shows. What’s left now are high-priced “rock bars” that feel worlds away from the grimy, authentic roots of the original scene.

New York, NY · 16d

Los Angeles Times

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Where to attend Dia de los Muertos celebrations on Sunday

Neighborhoods and towns all over the region have been observing Dia de los Muertos for decades as a way to remember the loved ones who are gone.

Los Angeles, CA · 10d