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KCRW’s departing reporter Anna Scott talks about the gains and setbacks in housing and homelessness — after eight years covering the beat. Zach Galifianakis talks about the nonprofit Comedy Gives Back, reflects on his own Hollywood career, and
When you hear the word “clown,” you probably picture a hacky kid’s entertainer. Well, a group of super-talented LA-based performers are trying to change that.The Broad’s “LA Intersections” is an upcoming festival-style exhibit of the music and
A convenience store in Skid Row is changing hands from the community-oriented Korean American family that runs it — to a Black-led nonprofit.“Existencia,” a new work by the experimental performance troupe Diavolo, explores the chaos and commun
Cheri Pann and Gonzalo Duran have transformed their Venice home into The Mosaic Tile House, a living artistic tapestry reflecting their love story.Kate Berlant wants audiences to know that her semi-autobiographical show, “KATE,” is theater, no
Food journalist Mona Holmes discusses how the LA restaurant scene fared in 2023 and anticipates dining trends for the new year.In response to complaints about customer service and mass transit safety, Metro is hiring hundreds of people to offe
At an East Hollywood bar, a once-a-month comedy show features four men competing for the heart of a bachelorette, as the host whips out jokes and games.“Renewing the Dream: The Mobility Revolution and the Future of Los Angeles” is a new book a
Last winter’s rains accelerated a slow landslide in Rancho Palos Verdes, leading to cracked homes and trail damage at a popular reserve. What will El Niño do?David Duchovny isn’t just an actor — he’s a musician, director and author. His latest
For people experiencing homelessness, it can be tough to stay in touch with friends and family. The nonprofit Miracle Messages aims to make it easier.Las Fotos Project teaches photography to young women and gender expansive youth from communit
TransparentSea Farm in Downey produces nearly 1 million shrimp a year. That’s great for some of LA’s top seafood restaurants, but how do the prawns feel?In sleepy Sierra Madre, an uptick in bears has spurred the city to declare the animal a “pu
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Hollywood Sign. It’s been at the center of scandals, PR stunts, and more during its time perched up on Mount Lee.In 1978, the Hollywood Sign was in a sad state, so rock legend Alice Cooper spent $27
Year after year, a Fullerton theater sells out a camped-up comedy about Santa Claus on Mars. The stage show is based on a 1964 B-movie.At least 15 productions of “A Christmas Carol” exist in SoCal, and each theater adds a twist to the play.Ve
Since 1925, members of the Los Angeles Breakfast Club have been meeting bright and early to sing songs, solve puzzles, and eat ham and eggs.In 2024, a new California law will establish a retirement fund for mixed martial arts fighters. A simil
An affordable housing developer got $114 million from Gov. Newsom’s Homekey program. Now, with little to show for it, legal and financial problems are mounting. Federal labor regulators are looking to forcibly reopen six Los Angeles area Starb
Since October, the robotaxi company Waymo has been offering driverless rides in Los Angeles. Greater LA’s Steve Chotakis tried one out for himself. KCRW also looks at safety concerns of these vehicles, and Waymo’s head of city policy and govern
LA aficionados Patt Morrison and Fritz Coleman discuss where and how Angelenos can experience winter holiday charm despite the temperate weather. Musician Arturo Sandoval discusses what makes a Christmas song “swing,” his relationship with Diz
The Fairfax District’s Diamond Bakery, iconic to generations of Jewish Angelenos, closed this month after 77 years. Its recipes will live on.David Edward Byrd designed some of the most iconic psychedelic concert posters during the 1960s and 70
As people look for eco-friendly solutions to non-recyclable wrapping paper, furoshiki, the Japanese art of wrapping packages in cloth, is becoming more widely adopted.Gifts for loved ones don’t have to be expensive or brand new. Consider buyin
Governor Gavin Newsom’s CARE Court, a new mental health program, opened in LA on December 1 to uncertainty, conflicting concerns, and high hopes.This fall, a new major is available at UCLA’s campus: Disability Studies. The aim is to decrease s
A composting program at The Wesley School helps the planet, with an added benefit: teaching kids to be hopeful about participating in climate action.The nonprofit Street Symphony will turn Skid Row into a music festival and community resource
The one-day Cal State LA faculty strike is the third of four planned statewide this week.Sunset’s bright purple Cafe Tropical, which shut down suddenly last week, was known for its excellent Cuban food and its role as a safe haven for those in
The San Gabriel Mountains are the largest open public space in Los Angeles, but some of the range’s most popular spots are covered in piles of trash.SoCal is experiencing more droughts, wildfires, and rising sea levels — but UCLA’s Alex Hall b
In a town like LA that takes its food scene seriously, local chefs say coming together and breaking bread has taken on new meaning as the war in Gaza continues.Musician and photographer Henry Diltz captured rock history magic while hanging out
Want to contribute on Skid Row? Missions need your help, and not just in December.The Mutual Aid LA Network provides a central hub where Angelenos looking to help can find the best volunteer opportunity for them.Paula Poundstone has been maki
Homeschooling has long been common for religious families and those with aversions to public school, but the pandemic seems to have widened its appeal.A new law asks California schools to incorporate media literacy lessons into English, math,
Vanessa Anderson says grocery stores are “anthropological treasure troves” — which is why she’s trying to visit every single one in LA.Curator Anuradha Vikram talks about AI’s integration into labor and art, what the tech means for creativity,
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