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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.
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.
Tortilla Tournament, Week 1 Results: March of the Masas
Food & DrinkA tortilla so bad it should be launched into outer space on a rocket? We tasted it so you don't have to.
Topanga Beach surf culture: Competition breeds violence. But that’s changing
SportsSurf culture has an aggressive side, especially at premiere destinations like Topanga Beach. Some folks are working to change that.
CA won’t have a woman senator for first time in 30 years
PoliticsAdam Schiff or Steve Garvey will become the state’s next senator. Abortion access and pay equity will fall more heavily under the purview of men in the Senate.
Tortilla Tournament Week 2: Newcomers galore in the Suave 16!
Food & DrinkFirst-timers showed favorites what's up. Davids beat Goliaths. A few top seeds barely made it through.
Women to take record number of seats in CA Legislature
PoliticsThis fall, women lawmakers are slated to make up the majority in the California Legislature — a historical first. They could lead on reproductive care and family leave.
Long Beach mom urges change after son’s death from mental illness
Mental HealthA Long Beach mother is fighting for reforms in the mental health system after her son’s lifelong battle with addiction and mental illness led to his untimely death.
Compassion Prison Project reforms trauma through peace
LawFritzi Horstman, founder of the Compassion Prison Project, works with incarcerated individuals to heal childhood trauma and promote peace within the California prison system.