A free speech expert says Inglewood Mayor James Butts violated state public meeting law.

The friction wasn’t really about a Leimert Park race route. It was about what happens when a community event arrives before relationships.

Inglewood is redrawing the city map for the first time in nearly 40 years, and locals have until Oct. 15 to submit comments about the plans.

'Antigone' star Esperanza América spoke with The LA Local about the play’s relevance today, the role of artists in challenging times and the Latino Theater Company’s 41-season run.

Road safety advocates heralded the technology as potentially as lifesaving as seat belts.

Born to a tight-knit family from Oaxaca, Mexico, loved ones described Hernan Martinez as shy, gentle and creative.

Mayor Karen Bass met with the Youth Journalists of The LA Local for an exclusive interview to discuss the Lineage fire, Olympics and more.

The City Attorney’s Office made a rare comment about its “ongoing and active" investigation after Bass said the office had chosen not to investigate.

The fence was proposed in October 2025. Recreation and Parks commissioners laid out the fence could be temporary and removed in a few years.

Charter Amendment LA would take power away from the Board of Public Works and give it to the agency’s director. But does anyone even hold the title “director of Public Works?”

At the end of the month, the Somos Accelerator for Economic Resilience—SAFER— will convene a group of leaders from labor, business, government and community groups at the State of the Worker Summit.  In addition to considering the impact of technology, artificial intelligence and public policy on work and workers, we will also discuss the importance […]

Hope Academy LA offers an alternative to traditional education while emphasizing academics and a curriculum grounded in faith.

The block party will be held Nov. 7 outside its building on 1st and Anderson streets, and will feature live performances by Los Lobos and La Santa Cecilia.

The Inglewood school district is asking voters to approve a $396 million bond through increased property taxes.

Researchers and scientists from UCLA, UC Irvine and East Yard Communities for Environmental Justice found increased concentrations of iron, zinc, chromium and lead.

This projected deficit would be the largest the city has seen in decades, according to budget records, despite 10 years of development driven by the city’s stadiums.

An independent review will examine how LAPD responds to mental or behavioral health crises, with the goal of improving training, de-escalation and less-lethal options.

The project is part of Metro's effort to build 10,000 homes on agency-owned land by 2031, with construction expected to begin in 2028.

La oficina de registro respondió en tiempo real a afirmaciones falsas y engañosas. Ahora, aplica las lecciones de las elecciones primarias en preparación para las elecciones generales.

The registrar’s office responded to false and misleading claims in real time. Now it’s using lessons from the primary to prepare for the general election.

The annual celebration is back again this year to celebrate all things community and Korean culture at Seoul International Park.

Under one law, local cities and counties can fine companies up to $50,000 for violations that pose health and safety risks.

UCLA running back Anthony Woods is a sociology major.

The mural is part of an ongoing project to record the stories of the Indigenous communities in Pico Union and Westlake.

Local and state agencies are counting on the federal government to cover the cost of extra police, but it’s not guaranteed.

After witnessing the final days of World on Wheels, Cory Joseph built Sunshine Skate Center at Hollywood Park as a sanctuary on four wheels.

The merchants whose businesses were at the center of the dispute have not been represented. The Leimert Park Village Merchants Association wants to make clear that the merchants did not create this conflict.

How do secret comedy shows work in LA? Discover Don't Tell Comedy, featuring surprise headliners, no drink minimums and hidden venues.

Family & Friends Flea market is launching in Koreatown on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026 in what organizers say will feel like a celebration.

Were you impacted by the Lineage warehouse fire? Share your needs, concerns and questions with us.

The Beat’s community-rooted coverage of immigration enforcement in Boyle Heights is up for the Online Journalism Award’s Gather Award.

LAPD crime data reported at least six home burglaries in a three-week period from August to September, and residents said they've had limited response from the city or police.

City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto’s office hasn’t said if it’s investigating the Lineage fire. Two challengers say it should have acted immediately.

Young people, though technologically savvy, can still be targets for scams. Understanding the most common ones can help you and your children avoid becoming victims.

The report from AltaMed also showed gastrointestinal concerns, eye and throat irritation and respiratory diagnoses among patients treated within a 5-mile radius of the warehouse.

The LA Local is partnering with the CD 9 Coalition to moderate a candidate forum with Estuardo Mazariegos and Jose Ugarte.

Federal agents arrested Michael Angel Alvarez in May, after LAPD officers found two body armor plates in his car during a traffic stop earlier that month. A federal judge dismissed the case earlier this month.

Residentes de Boyle Heights y el este de Los Ángeles que viven fuera de las zonas de ayuda establecidas para el incendio del almacén dicen que el mismo aire lleno de humo y sustancias nocivas los enfermó y los dejó enfrentando elevadas facturas.

Through the Filipino world of ‘Forgotten Island,’ a reflection on friendship, distance and the work of keeping memories alive.

Law enforcement officials were quick to take credit for the pop star's visit, while others pointed to the work of local organizations activating the space.

The 300,000-square-foot building, sitting on a 13-acre campus in the South LA neighborhood, is an ode to the universal tradition of visual storytelling, according to museum officials.

Seven people have been diagnosed in Wilshire Center, which overlaps with Koreatown. Seven people have been diagnosed so far, officials say.

The tracker from Stop AAPI Hate saw a surge in arrests and deportations in the arrest of people from Asian countries.

The school community has created new merch and temporary nicknames until their school receives a new name

Whether you’re craving pumpkin spice or something different, these Eastside cafes have plenty of drinks and pastries to choose from.

The LAFD said the fire was caused by an “electrical event” that occurred on the roof of the building, but could not determine what caused the electrical event.

Los Angeles County will consider residents’ input on the renaming process at a series of community listening sessions in October.

Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, many Medi-Cal enrollees will face new work requirements and eligibility checks.

The inaugural Crenshaw Artist Town Hall took place on Sept. 12 at Ora Cafe, and drew roughly 50 creatives and locals.

he Sept. 12 celebration drew families and community members representing Caribbean nations and the broader African diaspora.