L.A. developer accused of 444 violations of campaign finance laws
The Los Angeles Ethics Commission has accused real estate developer Samuel Leung of committing 444 violations of the city’s campaign finance laws, including those that…
4 tips for how to start rock climbing in and around L.A.
I’ve never enjoyed walking into a gym. Growing up as a fat kid, I have enough traumatic memories around exercise to fill several therapy sessions.…
Live out your Dungeons & Dragons dreams at downtown L.A. bar
Carlos Leon found himself in a depressed state — a personal relationship was stalling and his career seemed directionless. What he craved was an escape,…
Best Salvadoran restaurants to try in Los Angeles right now
Newlywed chefs Rene and Stephanie Coreas launched Walking Spanish in 2020, after losing their jobs at Bon Temps, the Arts District restaurant where they met.…
Dudamel lays out plans for his last two years at the L.A. Phil
Salzburg, Austria — When Gustavo Dudamel walked on stage last month at Walt Disney Concert Hall to conduct a pair of concerts with the National Children’s…
New restaurants, pop-ups and bars to try in Los Angeles this September
School is back in session and there’s a natural tendency to lean into the fall season. But Angelenos know that this is when the summer…
L.A. mayor gets pushback over her port appointees
Good morning, and welcome to L.A. on the Record — our City Hall newsletter. It’s David Zahniser, catching you up on the goings-on in local…
‘Industry’ on HBO and the existential crisis for prestige TV
Welcome to Screen Gab, the newsletter for everyone who’s just getting initiated into the cult of Pierpoint & Co. — or has been waiting for…
How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Tony Gonzalez
When NFL Hall of Fame tight end Tony Gonzalez was growing up in Torrance, he remembers spending Sundays watching the Los Angeles Raiders on television.…
ShyBelligerent shines a light on vulnerability in L.A. hip-hop
ShyBelligerent is hurting.You can see it in his videos, where he paces helplessly through cemeteries and city streets and unfurnished bedrooms. You can hear and…
Listen to music from around the world at these L.A. parties
As the Latin trap anthem “Singamo” rings over the speakers at the Echo in Echo Park, more than 50 people sing along and twerk on…
Best and coolest supper clubs to book in L.A. right now
In Los Angeles, dining out can sometimes feel like a spectator sport. But in recent years, supper clubs have been proliferating as a refreshing antidote…
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones explains why he wants 18-game seasons
Most NFL owners are singularly focused on their franchise. Jerry Jones is different.The Dallas Cowboys are first and foremost to Jones, naturally, but the team’s…
Marco Reus scores in his Galaxy debut as L.A. makes MLS history
Three days ago Marco Reus was uncertain when he would be cleared to play for the Galaxy. He had a contract and a uniform but…
Caeleb Dressel says he hopes to compete at 2028 L.A. Olympics
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Two weeks removed from the Paris Games, gold medal swimmer Caeleb Dressel is already making plans for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic…
Are you looking to be an Olympic volunteer?
Good morning, and welcome to L.A. on the Record — our City Hall newsletter. It’s Dakota Smith and Rebecca Ellis pulling you through to the…
Shakespeare at New Swan Theater, Pink Martini among L.A. culture
Hello and welcome to another edition of the Essential Arts Newsletter, a place where we deliver you the best arts and culture news and events…
The best lakes in L.A. County for swimming, fishing and boating
Nothing screams “summer” more than a day spent by the water. And Angelenos have many ways to access it, including a long coastline hugged by…