He ripped up the grass on the Los Angeles hillside and planted drought-tolerant plants.
Water-hungry lawns are symbols of Los Angeles' past. In this seriesWe highlight patios with alternative low-water landscaping built for the…
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Truce Emerges in 'Hands Off Our Yards' Wildfire Landscaping Wars
Sacramento officials came to Southern California this week for the first public meeting since issuing new proposed rules on how…
Nostalgic places in Los Angeles that will transport you to a different time
In May 2026 my father will be 95 years old! We, your three children, want to organize a party for…
Sparky the dog loses leg after Fontana package thief leaves door open
A package thief who stole Christmas presents in Fontana was almost responsible for the death of Sparky, an adorable, bouncy…
Pickleball is not the only source of noise pollution filling our streets
December 2, 2025 8 a.m. Pacific Time to the editor: Staff writer Hannah Fry's article about Carmel-by-the-Sea banning pickleball on…
Where to throw a big birthday party in Los Angeles: restaurants, bars, patios
Looking for things to do in Los Angeles? Ask us your questions and our expert guides will share very specific…
How to have the best Sunday in Los Angeles, according to Hannah Pilkes
Although it comes from New York City, actor and comedian Hannah Pilkes confesses that living in Los Angeles has won…
Tell us about your container garden of the small space
Once upon a time, South California was full of yards with gardens. Food cultivation was a fact for many families,…
Spicy guacamole recipe in the style of Mexico City
It is time to drop the tomatoes and onion of its guacamole, America, forever. This super simple but spicy recipe…
Meryl Streep made an 'macgyver' escape from Los Angeles fires
Meryl Streep took the matter in his own hands, literally, when forest fires were dragged throughout Los Angeles County earlier…