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Live music, vendors and World Cup watch parties: Here’s what to know about Park to Park
Angelinos will get to enjoy car-free streets in Westlake Friday and Saturday for the first Park to Park event, an open streets event that will connect MacArthur Park and Lafayette Park. (Gary Coronado / The LA Local)Angelinos will get to enjoy car-free streets in Westlake begin...
VIDEO: Group violently beats, robs man of religious gold chain in Santa Ana parking lot
A 24-year-old man was brutally beaten and robbed of his religious gold chain by a group of men outside a Santa Ana Little Caesars.
Costco quietly discontinues award-winning Kirkland item fans call 'one of the best' in the market
Costco is quietly discontinuing two Kirkland Signature craft beers, including an award-winning brew fans have called "one of the best lagers on the market."...
Make a splash: The top 15 pool floats for summer fun in 2026
Soak up the sun with the 15 best pool floats for 2026 to make the most of your summer fun.
Arizona toddler found alive in hospital morgue after being declared dead
An 18-month-old Gilbert boy was found breathing in a hospital morgue nearly five hours after being declared dead following a pool incident.
2-day open streets event in MacArthur Park features World Cup watch parties
A free two-day open streets event featuring World Cup watch parties opens Friday on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles’ MacArthur Park. Park to Park 2026, which includes live entertainment and other activities, is scheduled for noon to 5 p.m. Friday on Wilshire Boulevard betwee...
9th Circuit judge appointed by Trump faces misconduct inquiry over parking lot incident
Judge Ryan D. Nelson was charged with misdemeanor battery and malicious destruction of property in connection with an apparent spat with another driver in Idaho in late April....
A new team of deadly assassins arrives in "A Shop for Killers" Season 2 trailer
"A Shop for Killers" Season 2 is coming to Disney+ and Hulu with more action, new enemies and a deadlier battle for survival.
Best camping spots to visit across the US this summer, according to park experts
Summer travelers looking to explore America's national parks have no shortage of standout camping destinations, with experts highlighting five campgrounds as among the best in the country....
Bob Baker Marionette Theater celebrates first new show in 40 years
The iconic Bob Baker Marionette Theater in Highland Park is playing its first new show in 40 years. It comes as the theater is also preparing to purchase their building and secure a permanent home for puppetry for years to come....
How to secure Lucas Museum of Narrative Art tickets ahead of the fall opening
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Exposition Park is set to open on Sept. 22. (Lucas Museum of Narrative Art)With the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art opening in Exposition Park this fall, residents who share the South L.A. ZIP code will be able to visit for free with a new pass,...
108 free Sounds of LA County concerts coming to 27 parks
A free summer concert series will bring 108 performances to 27 parks in Los Angeles County. Sounds of LA County will feature concerts on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings that highlight local independent musicians. Latin, R&B, hip-hop, jazz, reggae, country, Americana, In...
Nearly 100 dementia patients are being evicted from their Redondo Beach home. Why it's sparking outrage
Jennifer Aust's heart is breaking.
Environmental justice group sues California over carbon market overhaul
The lawsuit claims that California's air regulator rushed changes to its signature cap-and-invest program without proper environmental review.
Inland Empire amusement park Fiesta Village is closing after 52 years
Fiesta Village Fun Park, an amusement park in Colton, is closing its doors. After over 50 years of serving the Inland Empire, the park will host one final celebration this weekend....
Fiesta Village Family Fun Park in Colton announces closure
A Colton staple that’s served as a family-friendly destination for decades announced it will be closing its doors this week. Fiesta Village Family Fun Park announced that after 50 years, it will close after the weekend. The announcement was made on the attraction’s website, wh...
Hikers now have to pay for parking at Fryman Canyon in Studio City. Here's what to know
Anyone who has parked at the lower Fryman Canyon lot off Laurel Canyon Boulevard over the past several years knows this lot is typically full, often with a line of cars trying to snag a parking spot. But in recent weeks, it’s been often mostly empty — thanks to new parking fe...
Tickets to the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art will lift off later in July
What to KnowLucas Museum of Narrative ArtExposition ParkThe museum, founded by George Lucas and Mellody Hobson, will open Sept. 22, 2026Tickets go on sale July 21 starting at 10 a.m. Pacific time for Sept. 22-Feb. 28, 2027$25 adult; $21 $65+; visitors who are 17 and under will be...
Camp Pendleton families treated to big surprises by Disney and 'Toy Story' friends
Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro and Mickey Mouse helped surprise 500 military children and families with free Disneyland tickets at a special 'Toy Story 5' screening on base....
Disney debuts first trailer for Oasis reunion documentary 'Don't Look Back in Anger'
'It's gonna be chaos." We're getting our first look at the documentary following the reunion of rock sensations, Oasis. See Noel and Liam Gallagher like never before in "Don't Look Back in Anger," in select theaters Sept. 11 and later on Disney+....
6 things to know about the worst places to park in LA
If you park at eastbound Wilshire Boulevard and Irolo Street in Koreatown, your odds of getting a ticket are higher than anywhere else in Los Angeles.(Laura Anaya-Morga / Boyle Heights Beat)This story first appeared on The LA Local. If you park at eastbound Wilshire Boulevard a...
Woman accuses Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner of sexual assault: report
A woman who previously dated Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner said he drunkenly forced her to have sex after she told him to stop, according to a Politico report released Monday. Platner denied the allegation and said he would be considering next steps for his campaign. ...
A dry river sparks a fight over water where LA, Pasadena and South Pasadena meet
The Arroyo Seco is one of the L.A. River's largest tributaries, winding 25 miles from the San Gabriel Mountains to the confluence in Lincoln Heights. Its water has long been contaminated with unsafe levels of bacteria.(Erin Stone / LAist)Along the Arroyo Seco, on a strip of land ...
You could get fined $63 for ‘daylighting’: Here’s what you need to know
SoCal residents should watch out when they're parking their cars because a new kind of ticket might find its way to their windshield, associated with the new Daylighting Law.(Atwater Village Newbie / LAist Featured Photos pool on Flickr)Don’t be surprised if you walk outside to ...
LA's best new taco wants to be the next In-N-Out
Carne asada tacos, loaded with guac and salsa, and a bottle of house-made jasmine tea — the full Tacos Royale spread.(Gab Chabrán / LAist)At the intersection of Sunset and Rampart, on the Silver Lake/Echo Park border, a taco stand is attempting to run an In-N-Out playbook with S...
Drone display lights up downtown LA as thousands celebrate 4th of July
Thousands of people gathered at Gloria Molina Grand Park in downtown Los Angeles on Saturday for its Summer Block Party.
Disneyland welcomes 1 billionth guest during 70th anniversary celebration
Disneyland Resort celebrated a historic milestone after welcoming its honorary one billionth guest, an 8-year-old boy celebrating his birthday, during the park's 70th anniversary....
How to get California’s free state parks pass before the July 6 deadline
California State Parks is offering a free special edition Historian Passport until July 6, providing free admission to over 30 historic sites.
Gloria Molina Grand Park's Summer Block Party returns to July 4
What organizers call the largest free Fourth of July celebration on the West Coast returned to downtown Los Angeles Saturday after a one-year absence. Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Summer Block Party will run from 4 to 9:30 p.m. Its theme is “Voice and Expression as Power.” The p...
This mahjong revival is headed to a park near you
Stacking the tiles before a game.(Fiona Ng / LAist)Mahjong — the beloved tile strategy game that crosses both cultural and age barriers — is coming to a park near you thanks to a partnership between L.A. County Parks and Recreation and a local club, Common Ground Mahjong.‘Another...
A hot summer trend in the sharing economy? Rental swimming pools
The Endless Summer Oasis pool listing on Swimply gets more than 1,000 guests a season, according to owner Jasmine Lawson in Birmingham, Ala.(Stephan Bisaha / NPR) A scorching Alabama day isn't so bad — if there's a pool party. Meghan Clopton invited dozens of guests to a summer b...
Disney Celebrates America: Fun facts about Yosemite National Park
From presidential visits to cross-country family trips, Yosemite National Park's majestic views have drawn visitors from all over the world.
Lawsuit filed after ex-State Parks boss accused of secretly recording in OC locker room
Three men are suing after a former California State Parks superintendent in Orange County was accused of secretly recording several men, including lifeguards, in a locker room....
Federal lawsuit alleges excessive force after LAPD officer fatally shoots dog in Canoga Park
Marie Marseille is now suing the city of Los Angeles and various LAPD officers in federal court, alleging that the department violated its own policy governing the use of force against animals....
Mother and daughter missing in San Gorgonio Wilderness
A mother and daughter are missing in the San Gorgonio Wilderness after failing to return from a hike on the strenuous Vivian Creek Trail on July 2, 2026....
Owner of dog killed by LAPD in Canoga Park files lawsuit against city
The owner of a dog who was shot and killed by LAPD officers in Canoga Park is now suing the city of Los Angeles.
Moorpark man sentenced to one year in jail for death Jewish protester at Israel-Palestine protest
Loay Abdel Fattah Alnaji was sentenced to one year in jail and two years of probation for the involuntary manslaughter of 69-year-old Paul Kessler during a 2023 protest in Thousand Oaks....
Alleged lifeguard secretly recorded speaks out
Former California State Parks Superintendent Kevin Pearsall faces 31 charges for secretly filming 23 naked lifeguards and employees in a Huntington Beach locker room....
Best summer toys and gear to keep kids busy and entertained all season long
Summer break brings plenty of opportunities for fun, and plenty of opportunities for kids to announce they’re bored. Whether you’re looking to encourage outdoor play, build independence or simply survive the long days between camps and vacations, these products can help keep ...
Chance meeting during World Cup watch party in Koreatown turns into a friendship and labor of love
A chance meeting at a World Cup watch party in Koreatown sparked a friendship that turned into a labor of love for an elderly man down on his luck.
California designates Bruce Lee Day, first such honor for a Chinese American
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill Tuesday designating May 17 as a celebration of the martial arts icon Bruce Lee, for his trailblazing work representing the Asian American community on screen....
Former Olympian indicted for felony vandalism at DC Reflecting Pool
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19....
The 'Camp Rock 3' bus tour is headed to summer camps across the country
"Camp Rock" fans, this is for you. The "All Roads Lead to Camp" bus tour is headed across the country for a special pop-up experience celebrating the highly-anticipated movie starring Joe Jonas, Nick Jonas and Kevin Jonas....
Man fatally shot after fight over Walmart parking spot
A Florida man was shot and killed by a woman after a verbal argument over a parking spot at Walmart led to a deadly shooting.
America 250: Yosemite National Park continues providing inspiration for artists
Home to lush landscape, towering granite walls and free-flowing falls, Yosemite National Park has provided inspiration for generations of artists.
California secures permanent $6.75M funding for free library state parks pass
California’s 2026–27 state budget establishes ongoing annual funding for the California State Library Parks Pass, permanently removing cost barriers to public lands....
Ciclavia team gets word out on upcoming Hollywood event
On the heels of a Ciclavia event this past Sunday in Leimert Park, organizers have already been gearing up for the next event, later this month. The community outreach team went door-to-door in Hollywood, getting the word out....
America 250: National Parks offering free admission for 4th of July weekend
You can celebrate America's 250th anniversary and visit a National Park for free this weekend.
Family remembers 22-year-old man who died after fall at Yosemite National Park
The family of 22-year-old Josue Alfaro, who died after going over Nevada Fall at Yosemite National Park, says they are heartbroken as they remember a young man they described as caring, hardworking, and full of dreams....
FIFA Fan Zone opens at Hansen Dam Recreation Area for Round of 32
Four days of World Cup Round of 32 watch parties are coming to the Hansen Dam Recreation Area in Los Angeles’ northern San Fernando Valley. The community events feature live match broadcasts, fan activations, music, food and more. Each Zone will offer a “distinct and locally ...
Fans erupt at Galaxy Park watch party after USMNT advances to FIFA World Cup Round of 16
The U.S. men's national team defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 Wednesday night to advance to the World Cup round of 16 as fans celebrated at a watch party at Galaxy Park in Carson....
SoCal boy was killed by massive tree branch at summer camp; $19.3-million settlement reached
A year after a tree branch fell at a Calabasas summer camp and killed a camper, the child's family has reached a settlement with three organizations totaling almost $20 million....