Laura Nelson

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Southern California has long been the center of New Age culture in America. Communities embraced techniques such as yoga, reiki, and meditation.

SoCal is known for its wellness culture. Turns out it’s also a hotbed for Q-Anon

Southern California has long been the center of New Age culture in America. Communities embraced techniques such as yoga, reiki, and meditation.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

California mailed ballots to every registered voter this year because of the pandemic.

What happens when ballots are rejected because signatures don’t match what’s on file

California mailed ballots to every registered voter this year because of the pandemic.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

Rain, a new rideshare system, and the busiest travel week of the year are likely to cause more stress at LAX.

Impending storm and new Uber rules at LAX: What’s a harried traveler to do?

Rain, a new rideshare system, and the busiest travel week of the year are likely to cause more stress at LAX.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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