No Pulisic, no problem: US tops Australia 2-0 in World Cup despite missing its star
If Turkey draws or loses tonight, the Americans will be guaranteed to win their group.
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LA man's case highlights gaps in care and oversight at DHS detention centers
Federal officers shot Ricardo Parias eight months ago during an ICE operation to detain him. His lawyer says he is still in pain, highlighting gaps in DHS oversight and care.
Punk label founder lists rare Russian Hill compound for $7.7M
Both of the property's residences date back to 1895.
San Francisco local returns to the city to shoot a Netflix rom-com
The film shot for three days in San Francisco.
Want faster election results? California Democrats won’t clamp down on late voters
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Everyone agrees it would be nice to know the outcomes of California elections sooner. What they can’t agree upon is whether and how to make that happen. The state’s glacial pace of counting primary votes — it took a week before enough ballots […]
LACMA to turn Wilshire into a ‘living gallery’ with inaugural Art Parade
The west coast edition of gallerist Jeffrey Deitch’s famed art block party will include some 1,400 participants.
James Burrows, director of classic shows 'Cheers' and 'Friends,' dies at 85
Burrows got his start in television relatively late at age 35, directing episodes of "The Mary Tyler Moore Show," "The Bob Newhart Show," and "Laverne & Shirley."
After public outcry, PUSD Board votes to save some trees slated for removal
The district had said nearly 200 trees needed to be removed to clean up contaminated soil.
It’s an art show, but it’s also the club, and a celebration of LA’s Black queer dance scene
To preserve the history of L.A.’s Black queer underground clubs, this artist recreated them.
Boyle Heights warehouse fire flares up again, sending smoke over Northeast LA
A large plume of white smoke billowed out of a cold storage facility on Friday afternoon, two days after the fire first ignited at the Boyle Heights warehouse.
New study measures microplastics in the Bay smaller than human hair
A pilot study by the San Francisco Estuary Institute captures plastic particles in the Bay that are 10 times smaller than measured before, the width of a human hair.
California turns to minimum wage hikes to offset high living costs. There’s a downside
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. There are three immutable aspects of economic life in California today. No. 1, Californians face the nation’s highest cost of living. It is 11% higher than the national average, according to the federal Bureau of Economic Analysis, including rents 53% higher than average […]
Opinion: On Juneteenth, Californians should ask: What will it take for Black communities to thrive?
Kaci Patterson is the founder and chief architect of Social Good Solutions. She also founded the Black Equity Collective, where she serves as chief architect.
Cal State faculty push to prevent AI tools from replacing them as schools and staff experiment
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The nation’s largest public four-year university may soon be barred from replacing faculty with generative AI as a bill backed by a union of professors comes nearer to reaching the governor’s desk. Few examples exist of the California State University’s attempting to replace […]
What’s New at the Farmers Market this Saturday
Your weekly guide to treasures at the Kiwanis Redwood City Farmers Market for Saturday, June 13, 8 am-1 p.m. on 500 Arguello Street, Redwood City.
Hattie’s Story: From a Skillet to a Dream
In 1938, a recently widowed Black woman stepped off the train at Saratoga Springs, New York. She had only $33 in her pocket. No family waiting for her. No support to welcome her. It was the heart of the Great Depression.
Californians love mail-in voting. That may have to change come November
Voters could see a significant difference in how ballots are handled and counted by the next election.
Calling young soccer fans and artists: LA City Hall needs your help with a large-scale installation
Artist-in-residence Liseth Amaya is collecting at least a thousand wooden hexagons, decorated by youths as part of a City Hall commission.
The man behind the World Cup and how LA fans are experiencing his decisions
Gianni Infantino is the head of soccer's largest governing body. Here's what to know about his rise, as well as his defense of ticket prices and human rights concerns.
'Summer of '94': How the last World Cup on American soil changed US soccer forever
The documentary chronicles how soccer became a major sport in the U.S. during its first World Cup.
Mexico becomes first country to reach knockout stage of World Cup, beating South Korea 1-0
It marks a major triumph for a team that failed to get out of the group stage in 2022 and now has won twice on home soil in front of jubilant crowds.
As the Pacifica Pier faces an uncertain fate, its closure has the community that calls it home reeling
Locals and visitors have rallied around Chit Chat Cafe and the city of Pacifica as crews work to stabilize the pier.
This lawmaker’s proposal could make California ‘the most secretive state in the country’
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In March, Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco introduced a measure that would have made it more expensive for Californians to obtain government records. Amid opposition from transparency advocates and public access concerns from her own Assembly colleagues, though, the Downey Democrat diluted her proposal to […]
Juneteenth flag-raising calls for action in San Mateo County
Dozens gathered Wednesday morning at the County Courtyard for Redwood City’s second Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony, where speakers honored Black history while calling attention to displacement, disparities and the work still ahead.
California is getting ready to increase a health insurance tax. Will it affect your premium?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Legislators this week approved a health tax bill meant to continue critical federal funding for the state’s Medicaid program, also known as Medi-Cal. Their approval comes despite warnings from health industry leaders that the tax, as designed, will raise premiums for privately insured […]
California se encuentra en un punto muerto con el Departamento de Vehículos Motorizados por compartir datos de licencias de conducir con otros estados
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. La Legislatura de California quiere frenar los planes para compartir información sobre los conductores de California – incluidos más de un millón de titulares de licencias de inmigrantes que carecen de autorización federal […]
What’s up this week: Author Cory Doctorow on AI; Juneteenth; jazz in the vineyard; Kid Cudi and more
This week, Cory Doctorow discusses how to make AI work for *us*; EPACENTER celebrates Juneteenth; Kid Cudi performs at Shoreline; a semi-incognito guitarist plays The Guild and more.
Review: Private lives become very public in romantic tangle of ‘The Cottage’
A couple’s canoodling in the country gets interrupted by friends, family and plenty of unhinged antics in modern spin on old-style farce.
Famed SF nightclub announces reopening date after multi-million dollar donation
"It's essential to this city's soul."
The Giants Pride controversy spills into an SF sports bar
Patrons at gay sports bar Hi Tops react to Pride Night protests by Giants players.
Why public bathrooms are hard to come by in LA, according to a historian
With the World Cup fully underway and the LA28 Olympics on the horizon, bathroom access is bound to cause a stir, but it wasn’t always like this.
Shelter in place order reinstated as crews ventilate charred Boyle Heights storage building
People in the immediate area were ordered to shelter in place for hours on Wednesday after the fire reached an ammonia line at the cold storage facility.
Huntington Beach finally adopts housing plan
The city was facing fines of up to $50,000 a month for shirking state law.
$177M in LA tenant aid is being held up while city officials argue over why
City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto alleges a legal aid organization hasn’t complied with its contract. But L.A. housing officials say they’ve seen full compliance.
Yes, I enjoyed LA's new AI Museum. Here's why I still didn't like it
From scent-emitting devices to psychedelic rainforest visualizations, does Dataland manage to rebrand AI art?
Best things to do this weekend in LA and SoCal: June 19-21
Juneteenth events, Father’s Day treats, LACMA’s Art Parade, River Solstice Festival and more of the best things to do this weekend.
Inside a new Iranian bakery in Miracle Mile, ahead of Iran's next match
Sahar Shomali puts her bread in the oven with one ear on the morning news from Iran.
LA City Council places non-citizen voting proposal, police reform on November ballot
The proposal, if approved by voters, could lay the groundwork for dramatically changing the electorate in Los Angeles.
MacArthur Park nurtured generations of soccer players. Now its fields are about the World Cup
As the 2026 men’s World Cup unfolds, L.A. soccer lovers weigh in on the park that’s been at the center of controversy.
California union’s billionaire tax qualifies for ballot amid fierce opposition
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A union wants California’s billionaires to rescue the state’s healthcare system. The billionaires have other ideas. On June 17, an initiative to tax the state’s wealthiest residents qualified for the ballot, according to the secretary of state’s office, which verifies petition signatures. Gov. […]
Single-payer healthcare in California is possible. An economic and political thicket stands in the way
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Is there a pathway for California to create a universal healthcare system, one with benefits paid through a “unified financing system” that merges federal and state funds with costs now borne by employers and — probably — a new layer of taxation? The answer […]
Newsom promised to help Californians build new careers. Now, the money is running out
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Standing in a West Sacramento high school cafeteria in 2023, Gov. Gavin Newsom promised fundamental reforms to the state’s job training programs. A few months later, he was in front of a fire truck in Modesto, and later, in a welding classroom in […]
Immigration raids have made skin color top of mind for a new generation of California Latinos
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Priscilla Preciado Priscilla Preciado is a Cal State Fullerton student studying communications with an emphasis in journalism. Over 30 years ago, my father, then a 21-year-old Chicano, was driving to a 7-Eleven in Tustin, where he had recently moved, […]
Voting officials fear DHS may actually be a threat to elections this year
Voting officials worry that DHS will not be a partner helping to secure elections.
Senate postpones confirmation hearing for intel chief after Trump's call to delay
Kevin Warsh takes questions from reporters for the first time since taking over as Chairman of the Federal Reserve.
Senate postpones confirmation hearing for intel chief after Trump's call to delay
The Senate Intelligence Committee said it will move ahead with the confirmation process for Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence Today.
Summer arrives in SoCal with triple-digit temps. What to know about the incoming heat
Some parts of SoCal could see triple-digit temperatures, according to the National Weather Service.
Civilian oversight panel sues LA Sheriff’s Department over failure to release use-of-force documents
The lawsuit focuses on three subpoenas involving a deputy shooting and two deputy beatings.
Compton oil recycling facility cited by air quality regulators
The district has received dozens of odor complaints since the start of the year.
California won’t consider LA's request for extra time on $100M in street improvement projects
The city had requested six additional years to ready the projects for construction.
In about-face, LA council votes to pursue a ballot measure for ‘mansion tax’ reforms
A previous council committee decided against sending tax changes to voters. But now, the full council wants to move forward with a November ballot measure.
Massive fire breaks out at Boyle Heights commercial building, LAFD orders shelter in place
Fire broke out around 2:35 p.m. at 1400 S. Los Palos St., according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
San Francisco socialites found dead on side of Interstate 5
Judy and Wylie Sheldon, longtime SF arts patrons, were found dead on Monday.
Midpeninsula school districts plan for phone-free classrooms in the fall
Local schools across the Midpeninsula are turning classrooms into phone-free zones due to growing concerns over social media and cell phone addictions leading to harmful mental health impacts in students.
Peninsula homeowners try to cash in on World Cup visitors
For some Peninsula homeowners, the World Cup represented an opportunity to generate extra income by renting out spare rooms, guest houses and entire homes to visiting soccer fans. But while the tournament is drawing visitors to the Bay Area, some local listings still had availability in the days leading up to matches, suggesting the payoff may be smaller than many hosts expected.
Ravenswood credits its transformation to community’s faith in its school district
For generations, public schools in East Palo Alto and Belle Haven were in dire need of renovations. Roofs leaked when it rained and heaters broke in the winter. These days, Ravenswood City School District campuses boast newly constructed buildings and fields, and are covered in greenery.
Obituaries: Local residents who have died recently
Local residents who died recently include Rachel Valentine, Marion Moreno, Eleanor Swent, Martha Enthoven and Demetrios Kanellakos.
State budget could send Redwood City $3.5M in vehicle fee relief
Redwood City could see about $3.5 million return to the general fund if Gov. Gavin Newsom approves the state budget recently passed by the California Legislature, which includes approximately $77 million to close a significant portion of the vehicle license fee owed to San Mateo County and its cities.
Some California schools get three times more funding than others. Here’s why
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. At Pinedale Elementary in Fresno, there’s almost no classroom aides, after-school tutors or behavioral counselors. Literacy activities and parent workshops are scarce. Field trips? Almost non-existent. The school survives on one of the lowest per-pupil expenditures in the state: $16,700 a year, nearly […]
Higher ed funding for California veterans is under threat. How a $12 billion bond could help
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Jason Williams Jason Williams is a Marine Corps veteran and a doctoral candidate studying chemistry at UCLA. He founded a nonprofit supporting veterans and participated in the Veterans in STEM program. Angel Fulgencio Angel Fulgencio works in domestic violence […]
As ballot deadline nears, will California’s billionaire tax actually go to voters?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Early 20th century political reformers such as Hiram Johnson saw the initiative process — placing measures on the ballot for voters to decide — as an antidote to a Legislature controlled by moneyed interests. However, 125 years after voters adopted the process, it’s […]
He spent 19 years in isolation on death row. Then the handcuffs came off
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Johnny Morales struggled to find sleep. He dozed off for a few moments, but officers came to his death row cell and woke him a little after midnight. They needed to inventory and box up his belongings. He was leaving San Quentin. Hands […]
San Franciscans pack Muni to honor dead Irish author, urban planner
San Franciscans took work off to celebrate a book on Muni.
How is SoCal celebrating Juneteenth this year?
L.A. and Orange County offer an abundance of unique events for those looking to celebrate Juneteenth this year.
Why Chance the Rapper ‘completely 180’d’ his views on LA
From “Xan-zombie” to karaoke regular, Chance told us about the evolution of his relationship to L.A.: “I'm not a 20-year-old kid that's throwing mansion parties every day.”
First World War vet to receive headstone at Union Cemetery in Redwood City
A Redwood City man who died in the First World War will finally receive a headstone at the Historic Union Cemetery on Friday.
New commission takes aim at California’s broken public defense system
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A new commission made up of legislators, public defenders, academics and advocates seeks to push California — one of just two states that don’t pay for basic public defense — to begin providing resources and enforcing minimum standards for county public defender systems. […]
Omakase World Market brings diverse array of dining options to South San Francisco campus
The San Francisco-based Omakase Restaurant Group is the force behind a number of Bay Area dining spots, from the Michelin-starred Niku Steakhouse to the dumpling chain Dumpling Time. Now, with the June 16 opening of Omakase World Market in South San Francisco, diners can find highlights from a number of Omakase projects – plus some brand-new ones – all in one place.
Ballet company holds ‘A Last Dance’ and its leaders plan a new beginning
Following the closure of Peninsula Lively Arts, its artistic staff will launch a new dance school and company in July.
Pasadena Unified’s plan to cut down nearly 200 trees angers residents
One teenager has spent hours perched in a threatened oak in protest. The district’s goal is to finish the work before students return from summer break.
A loan program seeks to help immigrant businesses shut out by the Trump administration
A new partnership is connecting qualifying small business owners with interest-free loans of up to $50,000.
Fans expected a flag ban at Iran’s first World Cup match in LA, but it was all over SoFi
FIFA had previously indicated that Iran’s pre-revolutionary flag would be banned in its stadiums. But many fans were seen waving it in the stands.
LAUSD board passes budget plan with painful future cuts, but saves Black student equity program
The fiscal stabilization plan is expected to prevent a multi-billion-dollar deficit, but is likely to result in thousands of layoffs in the coming years.
CalMatters journalism honored as ‘impeccable,’ ‘beautifully-written’ and ‘the definition of public service’ in Golden State Journalism Awards
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. CalMatters won five of this year’s Golden State Journalism Awards, for public health reporting, criminal justice reporting, education reporting, courage in journalism and impact in journalism. The awards are given by the Sacramento Press Club for politics and public policy reporting across the […]
Capitol’s perpetual rivalry on display as Newsom and legislators clash over budget
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A few months after his inauguration as governor in 1999, Gray Davis uttered a few words that rattled the Capitol. While being interviewed by the San Francisco Chronicle’s editorial board, the Democrat expressed frustration about his differences with legislative leaders, and declared that […]
During Garden Grove evacuations, did seniors and people with disabilities get out safely?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Kelley Barrett Kelley Barrett is a retired nonprofit administrator who advocates for people with disabilities. When officials ordered tens of thousands of residents to evacuate during the Garden Grove chemical emergency in Orange County last month, the instruction sounded […]
Your medical provider might be recording your mental health care visits
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2024, Kaiser Permanente announced the rollout of Abridge. Described in a press release as “ambient listening technology,” the AI-powered scribe is designed to help clinicians including mental health providers securely capture clinical notes during patient visits. But what the description fails to […]
San Mateo County’s unofficial results show Camacho winning superintendent of schools race
Hector Camacho appears to have won a closely contested race for San Mateo County Superintendent of Schools, after the latest batch of votes was processed Monday afternoon, June 15.
Three-alarm structure fire victims need help rebuilding
Weeks after a three-alarm fire at a condo complex on Whipple Avenue left three residents hospitalized, dozens displaced and pets dead, owners and tenants are still reeling.
Summer tree pruning: What to cut and what to leave alone on the Peninsula
Early summer often sparks the annual debate over when to prune. While tree trimming is commonly associated with winter dormancy, this season can also be an important window for thinning and shaping certain trees, depending on the species, their health and your goals.
A drag queen shut down Lombard Street for 4 hours to film new SF movie
Its West Coast premiere is already sold out.
3 LA restaurants honored with James Beard awards
Los Angeles was recognised in the 'Oscars' of the food world.
Iran ties New Zealand 2-2 in first World Cup match in LA
The team arrived in L.A. on Sunday, the same day the U.S. and Iran announced a deal to end the war.
Newsom says he’s on Trump’s ‘hit list’ as Justice Department interviews governor’s friends
Gov. Gavin Newsom said the Trump administration appears to be investigating him and his wife.
Scientists find thriving fungi, a hopeful sign where 1.3 million Joshua trees were burned
A recent study led by a UC Riverside ecologist finds that fungi that help Joshua trees absorb water and nutrients are thriving in an area of the desert that burned in 2020.
Measure to put affordable homes on Santa Monica Airport land won’t be on November ballot
Proponents say they’re still collecting signatures and aiming to qualify their measure for the ballot in November 2028.
Dangerous conditions continue as heavy surf and high tides cause damage to SoCal beaches
The conditions are expected to last through much of this week.
SF's biggest July Fourth fireworks show in decades comes with one catch
Will another "No-Sky July" ruin the spectacle?
Bob Dylan plays a single hit at Bay Area show
Fans hypothesized over the meaning of Bob Dylan's raincoat in Berkeley.
Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' lawsuit against Variety drags on
Variety has asked an appeals court to throw out the suit.
San Mateo County Pride celebration was a day of fun for all ages
Central Park in San Mateo felt alive Saturday afternoon as the San Mateo County Pride celebration transformed the park with its festivities
Newsom says he’s on Trump’s ‘hit list’ as Justice Department interviews governor’s friends
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday accused President Donald Trump of placing him on a political “hit list” and directing federal investigators to go on a “fishing expedition” for a crime it could use to indict him. The Democratic governor declared that the president […]
Contemporary Mexican restaurant Alisios opens at Menlo Park’s Springline development
Burma Love was the first restaurant to land at Springline. On June 11, it debuted a new concept at the Menlo Park development, cementing itself as the final addition to a now-full list of restaurant tenants.
Mountain lion captured in Redwood City neighborhood to be released in Santa Cruz mountains
A young mountain lion that wandered into a Redwood City yard on Monday morning was successfully captured and will be released in an open space area in the Santa Cruz Mountains, authorities said.
The Board of Equalization has little power. Campaign donors still spent millions on it
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. For a salary of $185,000 per year, members of the Board of Equalization don’t do much. Since Gov. Jerry Brown stripped the 147 year-old tax commission of most responsibilities in 2017, some former members have even advocated for its dissolution. The San Francisco […]
Why California must keep children 16 and under off addictive social media platforms
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Samuel Chapman Samuel Chapman is the CEO of Parent Collective Inc., which advocates for social media safety for children and fentanyl crisis education and activism. The last time I saw my son alive, nothing felt unusual. There was no […]
Opinion: California lawmakers want to cut funds for local news at exactly the wrong time
The Legislature recognized what communities across the state already know: access to trusted information is not a luxury. It is essential to a healthy democracy, informed communities and a functioning society.
California Democrats have a budget deal. Here’s where they want to spend more than Newsom
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California lawmakers are expected to adopt a $356 billion state budget today that would largely avoid or delay billions of dollars in social service cuts Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed last month. Then, the (real) budget negotiations can begin. Today’s vote is only a […]
California admits using high-risk AI — including systems it failed to report last year
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A year ago, California officials had to report under a new state law how they used automated systems to make important decisions about people’s lives. They said they never did — a startling answer for a number of reasons, sources told CalMatters at […]
Pride Center trainings offer space for LGBTQ+ dialogue amid backlash
About 20 people gathered on Wednesday at Island United Church in Foster City to learn about the needs and cultural history of transgender and nonbinary communities, part of a Pride Month training series hosted by the San Mateo County Pride Center, as LGBTQ+ residents face national and local pushback.
Best things to do this week in LA and SoCal: June 15-18
Bloomsday, more World Cup madness, a hip-hop block party and more of the best things to do this week.
In Orange County, six-figure salaries now qualify as 'low income'
With OC rents and home prices soaring, the state says individuals making up to $104,200 per year are now eligible for “low-income” housing.
Stanford graduates urged to be optimistic, seek justice in clashing ceremonies
Whacky walks, customized gowns and euphoric cheers marked Stanford University’s commencement ceremony on Sunday, where more than 5,000 graduates marked major life milestones and where attendees had a chance to hear from two speakers, both immigrants, who in many ways epitomize the current moment in America’s history.
Former label confirms death of Santa Cruz-born singer and SF State alum in helicopter crash
He was on a global tour supporting his latest album.
4 things to know about the new sunscreen ingredient the FDA approved
The new ingredient is called bemotrizinol, and it has several advantages over the chemical sunscreen ingredients previously available in the U.S.
Justice Dept. approves Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery
The proposed $111 billion merger would unite two rival studio giants — Paramount, owner of CBS, and the much larger Warner, which includes HBO and CNN.
East LA residents weigh the promise and impact of Metro E Line extension to Montebello
East LA residents are concerned about how construction will impact small businesses. They also want better outreach.
FBI seizes drones near SoFi Stadium and the Coliseum during the World Cup
Operators were cited for violating a no-drone order during the tournament.
Stern Grove's free lineup went from the symphony to A-list bands
"It's always been genreless in a sense."
An unofficial San Francisco landmark is disappearing soon
It's delighted neighbors and passersby for more than a decade.
Calif. college kids leaned into '90s morning radio. It became a breakout hit.
"We always judge an episode by how good we feel after."
Survivors of sexual assault in California prisons should be freed
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Elizabeth Lozano Elizabeth Lozano survived sexual abuse while incarcerated in California. Now free, she advocates for women in prison. Along with at least 1 in 4 women in this country, I’m a survivor of sexual assault. I am also […]
The Grocery List of California Capitals [conclusion]
In 1852, the capital moved to Vallejo, thanks largely to the influence of General Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, who donated land and promised a grand new city.
He's been making 1-inch soccer players out of gum wrappers since age 10 — see them at LACMA
Fútbol Is Life meticulously recreates historic moments from men’s and women’s soccer... with miniatures.
LA homeless agency has been underspending tens of millions of dollars allocated to it
A recent audit found the L.A. Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) underspent its budget by $108 million in the last fiscal year, mainly because of “program delays.”
The US dazzles in its World Cup opener in LA, dominating Paraguay 4-1
It was an impressive start to a home World Cup.
Why a San Francisco creative hid cellphones in 5 hotel elevators
SF artist Tucker Bryant is redefining the term "elevator music."
California Legislature in standoff with DMV over sharing driver license data with other states
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The California Legislature wants to stall plans to share information about California drivers — including more than 1 million immigrant license holders who lack federal authorization to live in the U.S. — with a little-known nonprofit agency made up of motor vehicle administrators […]
UC Berkeley’s plans for massive Moffett space center raise housing concerns
For the better part of a decade, NASA Ames and UC Berkeley have been planning to build a $2 billion space center at Moffett Field, but few details about the massive project have been publicly known. That changed recently with the release of a nearly 1,400 page environmental report.
Mountain View 1960s rancher sells for $602K above asking price
Each week, Embarcadero Media takes a look at home sales activity along the Midpeninsula in the communities of Atherton, East Palo Alto, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Menlo Park, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Portola Valley and Woodside.. Here’s a look at sales recorded the week of June 8.
El Niño is here. What that means for fire season in Southern California
Los Angeles and California fire officials and experts warn that El Niño storms could lead to flooding and mudslides in burned areas.
LAUSD takes Cesar Chavez's name off two schools following community votes
The move follows an investigation that found the famed labor leader sexually abused girls and women.
LA homeless agency has been underspending tens of millions of dollars allocated to it
A recent audit found the L.A. Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) underspent its budget by $108 million in the last fiscal year, mainly because of “program delays.”
US soccer fans takeover SoFi Stadium as USA vs. Paraguay kicks off the World Cup in LA
It’s the first FIFA World Cup game of the season in the U.S., which is hosting the tournament with its neighbors, Canada and Mexico.
David Hockney, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, dies at 88
Hockney moved from London to Southern California in the 1960s and was an innovative painter, photographer, stage designer and printmaker.
5 things to know about California’s backlog of police shooting investigations
Investigations into fatal shootings by California police take so long that officers often cannot be decertified or charged with most crimes.
Why the 1986 World Cup was a turning point for me
LAist correspondent Adolfo Guzman-Lopez remembers the year his life was changed — by the U.S. government, by his own tenacity — and a Mexican soccer player named Hugo Sanchez.
California Democrats threaten to block Newsom priorities over imperiled climate deal
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California Senate Democrats want to put the brakes on a new program by Gov. Gavin Newsom’s administration that steers free pollution permits to oil refineries and other major polluters — and they’re using the state budget to force the issue. In the spending […]
Fast fashion fills California’s landfills. Thankfully a recycling fix is in sight
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Mattias Wallander Mattias Wallander is the CEO of USAgain, a clothing and textiles recycling company. As the chief executive of a textile reuse company, I spend a lot of time thinking about what happens to clothes after people are […]
California scales back golden mussel safeguards at vital reservoir, alarming experts
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The state of California is walking back protections meant to keep destructive golden mussels out of Lake Oroville, one of the largest and most important reservoirs in the state. The move follows a new state-funded risk assessment that the invasive species poses a […]
5 things to know about California’s backlog of police shooting investigations
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Under growing pressure from a restive public during the summer of 2020, the Legislature passed a bill that put police shootings of unarmed people under the jurisdiction of the California Department of Justice. The belief, at the time, was that pulling investigations from […]
California has a top-ranked economy. It’s also one of the nation’s most unequal
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California’s next governor — most likely former Attorney General Xavier Becerra — will inherit a raft of knotty, unresolved issues. Some, such as the high rate of homelessness and very high cost of living, predate current Gov. Gavin Newsom. Others, such as the […]
San Mateo County supervisors OK $10M to launch childcare programs
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors this week approved $10 million to support two pilot programs aimed at expanding access to childcare.
Enthusiastic reviews for Broadway’s first Entertainment Zone
Those who braved Thursday’s heat say Redwood City’s new downtown experience is worth a visit
Dave Eggers doesn't need a smartphone, the internet or your Flock camera
Eggers lives a decidedly low-tech, literary life in San Francisco.
Trump now says a peace deal will be announced 'soon,' cancels further strikes
President Trump had previously been amping up his rhetoric against Iran.
HUD halts federal homeless dollars to LA-area's lead agency, citing mismanagement
The move could jeopardize tens of millions in federal dollars that flow from HUD to LAHSA each year.
Duarte students uncover the history of a community buried by freeways
Duarte High School’s inaugural ethnic studies class dug into the story of Rocktown, a majority Black and Latino community.
Embattled LA County judge loses seat in primary election
In a rare step, voters decided to not give sitting judge Robert Draper another term.
Activists, supervisors debate use of chemicals in Orange County’s flood control channels
Orange County residents want to halt the use of herbicides in local flood channels, but the majority of the Board of Supervisors believes it’s more complicated than that.
Homicides are on decline in LA but shooting deaths of unhoused people remain disproportionately high
LAPD data shows at least 278 unhoused people have been shot and killed in Los Angeles since 2015. An investigation by LAist and The LA Local found that is an undercount.
To loved ones, murder victim Zackery 'Turdle' Melton was far more than just 'unhoused'
Turdle was the 16th unhoused person to be shot and killed in Los Angeles last year, an investigation by LAist and The LA Local has found.
BTS films anniversary Festa dinner at ultra-luxe Bay Area hotel
The members dined on steak, burrata and a trio of deserts.
What’s New at the Farmers Market this Saturday
Your weekly guide to treasures at the Kiwanis Redwood City Farmers Market
Review: Plenty of ooze and ahs in hilarious production of ‘The Toxic Avenger’
Los Altos Stage Company stages over-the-top comic-horror musical that turns a Superfund problem into a super-fun show. The show runs through June 28.
What’s up this week: Jazz with Anthony Wonsey; Art on the Square; a ukulele master, Pride events and more
This week, pianist Anthony Wonsey comes to Meyhouse; Redwood City’s Art on the Square turns 20; Jake Shimabukuro plays The Guild; Filoli celebrates Pride; “God of Carnage” at The Pear Theatre and more.
Private made public: Pamela Walsh Gallery features blue-chip art from personal collections
‘In Good Company’ brings together works by Wayne Thiebaud, Manuel Neri, Willem de Kooning, Auguste Rodin and others.
California se apresura a ofrecer nuevas subvenciones de ayuda financiera para la formación laboral a corto plazo
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. La ayuda financiera federal es el motor del sistema de educación superior del país, inyectando miles de millones en préstamos y becas estudiantiles solo en California, y este verano, el Departamento de Educación […]
How Cheech Marin helped the ‘Godfather of West Coast graffiti’ break into the art world
A new art exhibition reunites the actor and comedian (and advocate of Chicano art) with Los Angeles graffiti artist Chaz Bojórquez and declares: 'Chicano art is American art.'
How to choose a preschool in Los Angeles
In Los Angeles County alone, there are about 9,000 licensed early care and education providers. Here's how to get started with understanding your options.
Why aren't hotels full for the World Cup — and what does it mean for LA?
Thousands of soccer fans are expected to descend on SoFi Stadium in Inglewood Friday to mark the start of the World Cup in Los Angeles. Yet hotel rooms are sitting empty.
LA's World Cup Fan Festival opens. Here’s a look inside the official celebration
The World Cup kicks off today, and so does a four-day fan festival at L.A. Memorial Coliseum.
More than 250 tax-funded LA apartments sit empty under key Mayor Bass homelessness strategy
The vacancies, uncovered by an LAist investigation, are part of an initiative L.A. Mayor Karen Bass introduced years ago.
California scrambles to offer new financial aid grants for short-term job training
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Federal financial aid is the engine of the country’s higher education system, pouring billions in student loans and grants into California alone, and this summer, the U.S. Department of Education plans to expand aid for students enrolled in short-term job training programs. Except […]
Newsom handpicked a generation of California politicians. Can they help him run for president?
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. The governor’s race was looking so dire for Democrats earlier this year that many started to criticize Gov. Gavin Newsom for not telling them how to vote. The thinking seemed to be that the large field of small candidates needed a big brother […]
If Xavier Becerra is California’s next governor, he’ll be a workhorse rather than a show horse
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In the eight decades since the end of World War II, 11 men have served as governor of California — counting Jerry Brown twice. Six, beginning with Earl Warren, have been Republicans and the remaining five, including current Gov. Gavin Newsom, have been […]
Redwood City seeks to maintain low public office vacancy rates
Redwood City is keeping vacancies below the new 20% state reporting threshold across every employee group, but hiring challenges remain in management, public safety and specialized positions as the city works to speed up recruitment, city officials told council members on Monday.
Bay Area officials issue statement supporting immigrants ahead of FIFA World Cup
With the Bay Area set to host its first FIFA World Cup 2026 match on Saturday, local officials signed off on a joint statement supporting the belonging of diverse identities in the Bay Area.
Meta’s footprint in Menlo Park is shrinking
Social media giant Meta’s footprint in Menlo Park is shrinking, as layoffs and a yearslong decline in local headcount take effect even as its property holdings remain a major pillar of the city’s tax base.
Blog: CA only requires $6,500 for Teachers. There Was Never More Money Coming.
If Trustees wanted to give more money to teachers, they would have done so already.
Where to find World Cup watch parties, family-friendly festivities and special promos on the Peninsula
Whether you’re a diehard soccer spectator or a casual fan looking to watch games in a fun atmosphere, make it a goal to read up on The Six Fifty’s guide to local World Cup-oriented events to prepare.
Pet of the Week: Tammy
The Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA’s Pet of the Week is Tammy
These longtime Tahoe friends are following the World Cup in a souped-up school bus
"There's nowhere else that you get the whole world together for a single thing."
2 iconic San Francisco dive bars go up for sale
The futures of the Make Out Room and Latin American Club are uncertain.
The Bay Area waited 7 years for Ariana Grande. Her return was supernatural.
The pop sensation kicked off her latest tour in Oakland.
Colman Domingo reveals how much he paid in San Francisco rent
"I literally slept in a closet," he said.
Measure ER backers celebrate passage of half-cent sales tax for healthcare
The sales tax increase is expected to raise about $1 billion a year to fund the region's safety net healthcare system.
Communities push for affordable housing as part of Stanford growth plan
As Stanford University prepares to apply for a major campus expansion, residents and city leaders from surrounding communities have been clamoring for the new growth plan to include plenty of affordable housing, according to the university.
Election update: With 66,000 ballots left to count, Camacho and Canepa declare victory in June primary
A week after Election Day, the San Mateo County Elections Office still has 66,000 primary election ballots to process but several candidates are headed to apparent victories.
Puppet power! Summer Puppetry Festival returns to Menlo Park
Library hosts festival with performances, workshops and talks, and even a Zoom call with a puppet legend, June 15-Aug. 26.
Caltrain Board adopts framework for dealing with long-term budget deficits
Caltrain’s Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board recently approved a long-term financial plan to address projected budget deficits if the agency does not secure additional external funding via a regional ballot measure.
Take a peek inside Asia Live, a highly anticipated food emporium opening at Westfield Valley Fair
An ambitious project celebrating the diversity of Asian cuisine is opening Tuesday at Westfield Valley Fair in Santa Clara.
French-Italian bistro and wine bar The Rendezvous opens in Palo Alto
Fans of French bistro Pastis, a staple of Palo Alto’s Cal Ave for more than a decade before it closed in 2022, can once again enjoy its signature escargot, mussels and pate at The Rendezvous, a new bistro and wine bar on Page Mill Road.
Mian Sichuan Noodle debuts full-service restaurant Bloom & Vine in downtown Mountain View
At many Chinese restaurants, ordering Peking duck requires a reservation. The popular Beijing poultry takes about two days to prepare. But at downtown Mountain View’s newest restaurant, Bloom & Vine, reservations aren’t necessary.
Large south swell brings massive waves to SoCal beaches
A beach hazard is in effect until Thursday afternoon.
Homicides are on decline in LA but shooting deaths of unhoused people remain disproportionately high
LAPD data shows at least 278 unhoused people have been shot and killed in Los Angeles since 2015. An investigation by LAist and The LA Local found that is an undercount.
Spending recs for $3.7 million recovered from Andrew Do scheme to be up to his successor
Residents of Do’s former district urged supervisors to back away from spending the money in other areas, with many equating that to stealing the money twice from residents.
FBI executes search warrant at site of Garden Grove chemical meltdown scare
Thousands of residents surrounding the tank had to be evacuated over Memorial Day weekend.
Olympic ticket sales reopen in August. Here’s what we know about the upcoming drop
LA28 say the second drop will offer tickets across all sports, at a range of price points.
With Phillips 66 oil refinery closing, some South Bay residents worry they’re being left out
A task force to improve transparency and community input on cleaning up the oil refinery and redeveloping the property has stalled in Carson.
Split verdict on California health taxes as cost-of-living anxiety takes its toll
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California voters are delivering a split decision on whether they want to pay more sales tax to support healthcare services: Los Angeles County’s measure is clinging to a narrow lead, while Contra Costa County’s went down in defeat, a divide experts attribute to […]
Two huge California unions clash over money, political clout this election season
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 1863, just 13 years after California became a state, its superintendent of public instruction, John Swett, founded the California Educational Society with 100 members, all men. It was the genesis of what became the California Teachers Association, a trade union that achieved, […]
How a George Floyd-inspired California law accidentally weakened police accountability
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In 2020, with the death of George Floyd still dominating the national conversation over police accountability, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law taking away responsibility for investigating fatal police shootings from local authorities and putting it in the hands of the state attorney […]
Class of 2026: TIDE Academy senior finds confidence at Menlo Park high school
Profiles of the Class of 2026: TIDE Academy graduate Kimberly Sanchez Alonzo transferred to the small, STEM-based high school and found a safe space to explore to leadership potential, she said.
Class of 2026: Health challenges don’t faze community-minded M-A graduate
At just 7 months old, Elizabeth Maldonado Soloranzo had her first open heart surgery. A week after graduating from Menlo-Atherton High School, she will be having her second.
Obituaries: Local residents who have died recently
A local resident who died recently includes: John Dave Eakin.
Two arrested in connection with meth possession
Two people were arrested, and about 20 pounds of meth were seized in a traffic stop on Tuesday, according to the Redwood City Police Department.
El republicano Steve Hilton se enfrentará a Becerra en noviembre por la gobernación de California
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. El republicano Steve Hilton pasará a la segunda vuelta de las elecciones generales de noviembre en la carrera por la gobernación de California, donde se enfrentará al demócrata Xavier Becerra en una contienda […]
El producto químico que provocó las evacuaciones de Garden Grove se almacena en toda California
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Los bomberos desplegados cerca de una instalación aeroespacial en Garden Grove durante el fin de semana del Día de los Caídos se enfrentaron a dos posibles escenarios catastróficos : o bien un tanque […]
Taylor Swift upstages the movie at LA premiere of Pixar's 'Toy Story 5'
The pop star performed and gushed over the actors.
Deadline looms for a proposed LA city ballot measure to extend local voting rights to noncitizens
The LA City Council has until June 17 to decide whether or not the question goes on the November ballot.
Republican Steve Hilton to face Becerra in November in race for governor
Hilton advances to the November general election, where he’ll face longtime politician Xavier Becerra.
Ya está definida la contienda por el puesto de comisionado de seguros de California: Kim contra Allen
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. Por primera vez desde que el cargo de comisionado de seguros de California se convirtió en un puesto electivo, dos demócratas competirán por el cargo en noviembre. Los dos candidatos más votados en […]
Pratt out, Raman in: What Los Angeles voters can now expect in the mayoral race
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. As the Los Angeles mayoral election returns piled up, the tide steadily turned against Spencer Pratt, driving him out of the runoff and delivering the No. 2 slot to City Councilwoman Nithya Raman. On Monday, the Associated Press called it. The 44-year-old progressive, […]
What $7.25M gets you in Palo Alto: The historic ‘Crown Jewel of College Terrace’ built for early Stanford Latin professor
For more than a century, the two-story Queen Anne at 2275 Amherst St. has stood as one of Palo Alto’s most ornate Victorian residences — admired from the street, featured in magazines and carefully maintained through generations of families. Now, the historic home is on the market for the first time in more than a decade with a listing price of $7.25 million, or the equivalent of about $2,161 per square foot.
Election update: Republican Steve Hilton to face Becerra in November
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Republican Steve Hilton will advance to the November general election in the race for California governor, setting up a longshot contest against Democrat Xavier Becerra in which he’s promised to slash spending and regulations if elected. Hilton, a British American former Fox News […]
Bay Area transit agencies teaming up for the World Cup
Several Bay Area transit agencies announced their plans Tuesday for late-night coordinated services during the FIFA World Cup, with the goal to move people around the region safely and efficiently.
The chemical that caused the Garden Grove evacuations is stored all over California
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Fire officials near a Garden Grove aerospace facility stared down two potentially bad outcomes over Memorial Day weekend: Either an industrial tank could explode, or it could unleash large amounts of a toxic chemical into the air. For many, it was the first […]
Here comes sunshine: ‘World’s first’ Grateful Dead drag band plays The Guild
The seven-piece Nashville-based BERTHA brings extra sparkle to favorite Grateful Dead songs. The band performs June 11.
This Bernie Sanders-endorsed Democrat will try to oust California’s toughest GOP incumbent
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Democratic college professor Randy Villegas will take on Republican Rep. David Valadao in the Central Valley district that Democrats have made a target in their national campaign to win the House. Villegas overcame Assemblymember Jasmeet Bains, a physician and moderate Democrat backed by […]
Synapse School withdraws expansion proposal in North Fair Oaks
Synapse School is backing off its proposed North Fair Oaks expansion after months of community opposition, withdrawing its county application one day before a final Planning Commission review.
'Disclosure Day' is Spielberg's best film in over 20 years
It's official: Spielberg is not washed.
These teens have the weight of the world on their shoulders. Mental health is taking a nosedive
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Elias Avalos felt like he was running in circles during his junior year of high school, losing motivation, and burning out. He juggled four AP classes and felt the pressure of being the child of Salvadoran immigrants. “I’ve been dealing with feelings of […]
California faces pediatric specialist shortage as children with complex illnesses double
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Raji Koppolu Raji Koppolu is a pediatric nurse practitioner and past president of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners. Child health in California is approaching a critical tipping point. The number of children with medically complex conditions — […]
Egged on by Trump, right-wing ecosystem makes baseless claims of California voter fraud
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. In the immediate days after last week’s primary election, the vast community of right-wing bloggers, X users, podcasters and YouTuber influencers trumpeted that California, the state they love to hate, was turning red. Early reports of vote-counting in the top-two primary had Republican […]
El demócrata Xavier Becerra avanza a la contienda de noviembre por la gobernación de California
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. This article is also available in English. Read it here. El demócrata Xavier Becerra avanzará a las elecciones generales de noviembre en la contienda por la gobernación de California, culminando un ascenso repentino y espectacular para un político de carrera que basa su […]
Redwood City ends flavored shisha exemption for hookah businesses
Three downtown businesses are expected to be hit hardest after Redwood City adopted county tobacco rules banning flavored shisha.
Redwood City defers adoption of rent stabilization and tenant protection initiative
Redwood City Council punted the decision of whether to adopt a rent control and tenant protection measure to a later date, opting to solicit more analysis from city staff before taking action.
Redwood City budget leans on reserves to avoid service cuts
The Redwood City Council on Monday received a proposed budget of over $410 million for Fiscal Year 2026-27 that included “doom and gloom,” “reality checks,” and the controversial tapping of its emergency reserves.
California insurance commissioner race is set: Kim vs. Allen
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. For the first time since California insurance commissioner became an elected position, two Democrats will vie for the job in November. The top two vote-getters in the June primary were former San Francisco Board of Supervisors member Jane Kim and state Sen. Ben […]
Your new favorite World Cup spot is hidden inside a downtown LA loading dock
Inside the scrappy, fire-cooked, no-rules World Cup hangout DTLA didn't know it needed.
SoFi Stadium workers reach tentative labor deal, averting World Cup strike
The workers had been pushing for better pay and protections against ICE.
Phoebe Bridgers announces second phone-free SF Chase Center show due to demand
The shows follow a string of concerts in small towns like Roswell, New Mexico.
The perfect Bay Area music festival you've never heard of
The little-known festival takes place behind a community center.
Trial begins for man accused of starting deadly Palisades Fire
Prosecutors accuse Jonathan Rinderknecht of setting the Lachman Fire, which would eventually spark the Palisades Fire.
June gardening on the Peninsula: Peppers, herbs and battling spider mites
As summer gets underway, this month’s column looks at ways to improve pepper production, how to help herbs thrive year-round in Peninsula gardens and how to identify and manage early spider mite activity in vegetable beds.
What to do with $3.7M recovered from Andrew Do scheme? OC leaders to discuss Tuesday
Do’s successor said the funds should support residents of his former district who were deprived by the scheme. Other supervisors have expressed different views.
Cheering on Croatia? Colombia? Root for your team at these World Cup viewing parties
48 teams, one city. Enjoy a quintessentially LA viewing party, with passionate fans from all backgrounds
Best things to do this week in LA and SoCal: June 8-11
Foodie Week at Century City, a talk with sculptor Eugene Daubs, the World Cup kicks off and more of the best things to do in L.A. this week.
LA’s underrated gems: Where LAist staff think out-of-towners should visit
We asked our colleagues to recommend their under-the-radar favorite spots worth a visit
California wants to cap business tax credits, alarming life sciences and tech industries
California's life sciences industry, and some lawmakers, urge state leaders to reject budget proposal to permanently limit R&D tax credits.
California wants to change how it funds senior services. That could mean fewer meals for LA’s elderly
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Maral Karaccusian Maral Karaccusian is the director of the Los Angeles County Aging and Disabilities Department. Every day in Los Angeles County, thousands of older adults rely on a simple but essential service: a meal. For some, it’s delivered […]
California wants to cap business tax credits, alarming life sciences and tech industries
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. California’s life sciences industry is sounding the alarm over a proposal from Gov. Gavin Newsom that would permanently cap corporate tax credits. The proposal is projected to contribute a few billion dollars in revenue to California annually, but opponents say the state’s life […]
The Marine Science Institute launches first World Oceans Day Festival
The Marine Science Institute’s first World Oceans Day Festival brought families onto the Bay for hands-on lessons about marine life and local environmental work.
Monterra awards $31K in scholarships to Bay Area students
Monterra Credit Union awarded $31,000 in scholarships this month to help Bay Area students cover college costs, including tuition, housing, textbooks and meal plans.
Lizzo visits San Francisco bar, buys everyone shots
The singer appeared in the Castro at Lookout following her Oracle Park show.
Measure ER on track to pass as LA County ballot counting continues
L.A. County voters haven't rejected a sales tax in more than a decade.
SoCal loves its diners. Here are some of our favorites
From a chili cheese omelet in Newport to crab hash in Eagle Rock, readers share the spots they keep coming back to.
Fun fact: Ground squirrels are a keystone species!
California ground squirrels are a keystone species. But what does that mean? And can they be garden pests at the same time?
Visiting LA? Our public bathrooms are tricky to find but we’ve got maps
You’re new in town and really gotta go. This guide can help you figure out where.
Where to eat near SoFi Stadium during the World Cup
Our picks around Inglewood for BBQ, tacos, soul food, pasta and more.
Bats, bikes and cemeteries: What LA’s nightlife looks like beyond the bars and clubs
Summertime could be the best time to explore the region’s not-so-obvious nightlife offerings. Here’s a guide to help you get started.
Take advantage of your kids’ World Cup excitement with these family-friendly LA activities
There are plenty of World Cup-related things to do with kids to help you get in on the tournament action without spending a fortune on tickets.
Union Station tours spotlight architecture — and the displaced Chinese American community
The 1939 building mixes art deco and Spanish colonial style in Mission Moderne design.
‘Beautifully weird’ festival of sound art returns to San Pedro
Soundpedro brings interactive audible creations to a hill above the harbor for the 10th year
Zambonis and swanky rooftop pools: A cool list of where to beat the summer heat
Experts say this summer could be hotter and drier than usual.
Can I park here? A guide for how not to get ticketed in Los Angeles
Even tried-and-true Angelenos are stumped by this L.A. neccesi
Two of SF's greatest baristas are finally opening their own destination
After two years as a pop-up, Hi NRG is striking out on its own.
Ira Sandler, San Francisco's 'king of clubs,' dies at age 73
For 40 years, he operated one of the city's premier dance clubs.