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Farmworkers face storm-damaged homes, unemployment. Nonprofits aim to help
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The best places to sip afternoon tea in LA
Food & DrinkLooking for scones, finger sandwiches, and loose leaf tea? Let these afternoon teas add a bit of fancy to your life.
Hear from sick neighbors of the infamous Castaic landfill
EnvironmentResidents want a nearby landfill — where a chemical reaction is happening underneath — to shut down to preserve their health. Months later, it’s still operating.