Where to explore the L.A. River’s natural, sandy stretches The Los Angeles River isn’t all concrete. Three soft-bottom segments — the Glendale Narrows, the Sepulveda Basin and the Long Beach estuary — support surprising wildlife and easy public access for nature lovers. This guide explains why those stretches survived, what you’ll see there, and where restoration efforts may lead next. How parts of the river stayed wild After catastrophic floods in 1938, officials channelized most … Read More

Howl-o-Ween parade brings West Toluca Lake neighbors together On Oct. 26, 2025, the fourth annual Howl-o-Ween dog costume parade on Sarah Street in West Toluca Lake turned a short walk into a community moment. Dogs, owners and neighbors lined a roughly 2.5-block route for prizes, laughs and new connections. What happened at the parade The event, organized by the West Toluca Lake Residents Association, featured a master of ceremonies, Phillip Dye, and costume contests in … Read More

Where to watch and celebrate Dodgers Game 3 With Game 3 at Dodger Stadium tonight, local bars and restaurants have rolled out extra TVs, blue-themed menu items and special events to keep the energy high. Here’s a practical guide to spots near the ballpark, what they’re offering and what to expect if you join the crowd. Why local spots matter tonight After the Dodgers responded to a Game 1 loss with a 5-1 win in … Read More

LA awards $17.5M to fast-track eight affordable housing projects On Oct. 21, 2025, the Los Angeles City Council approved more than $17.5 million in emergency loans to push eight affordable and supportive housing projects past last‑minute funding gaps. The Fast Track Solutions Program aims to help developments that are already under construction recover from contractor failures, storm damage and rising costs so they can meet near‑term completion deadlines. Why the emergency loans were needed Several … Read More