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How to Stop A Data Center in Your Backyard

These are lessons from San Gabriel Valley neighbors and activists who outsmarted developers and lobbyists.

April 14, 2026

Weekend Eats: James Beard-Winning Lakota Chef Sean Sherman Is Coming to Town

Plus, a new burger with Lebanese roots in Culver City and the world's biggest dry-aging facility with its own hand roll bar in DTLA.

April 10, 2026

Who Is L.A.’s Hero Posting Up These Anti-ICE Parking Signs?

This sign-maker uses the city’s own "uniform" to fix what he sees as a broken system with professional-grade materials. In a city where bureaucracy moves at a glacial pace, a new wave of activists has decided that if the government won't act, its citizens will.

April 2, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to the IE: Inner Inland Empire

Home to nearly 5 million people, the Inland Empire is one of Southern California's most misunderstood communities. Written by actual Inland Empire natives, our official guide cuts through the stereotypes and takes you straight to the real spots, including dishes and vibes you just can't get in L.A.

The Highs and Lows of BIG SLEEPS, Legendary Pico-Union Graffiti Artist Turned Kidney Disease Activist

Los Angeles artist David Cavazos, aka “BIG SLEEPS,” faces a battle of kidney disease after overcoming the trials and tribulations of street violence, including a gunshot to the femoral artery.

March 26, 2026

Superbloom Eats: Where to Eat in Antelope Valley Before Visiting the Poppies

Here is where to find the best pizza, tacos, and more in the A.V. Remember to not step on any poppies!

March 24, 2026

Four Past and Future L.A. Olympic Champions on How the Games Have Changed For 2028

These Olympians have dominated their sports worldwide. This is what they have learned after winning gold.

March 23, 2026

A Hidden Nayarit Mariscos Gem Next to a Boyle Heights Landmark

El Sarape is a lowkey mariscos spot. They don’t have Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook to advertise, making it a true hidden gem in L.A. — only those in-the-know recognize it. 

March 14, 2026

One of the Best San Fernando Valley Coffee Shops Owes Its Success to Argentine Culture

Mate has been enjoyed in the region for centuries, originally by the Indigenous Guaraní people and eventually spread by Jesuit missionaries. In time, the drink became a symbol of unity and togetherness since it is a common pastime in Argentina.

March 10, 2026

50 Mutual Aid Groups Demand Repeal of ‘Anti-Homeless’ Zones in Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez’s District

“I have voted against every single 41.18 motion that has come into city council,” Soto-Martinez says in his defense during an interview with L.A. TACO at the protest.