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  • Articles Tagged with "Los Angeles"

    A $4 Billion Sex Abuse Settlement in L.A., After Childhoods of ‘Pure Hell’ - The New York Times

    nytimes.com Law United States

    Los Angeles County will pay $4 billion to settle lawsuits from thousands of people who allege they were sexually abused as children in county foster care and juvenile detention systems.

    Adea Shabani – Chilling Crimes

    chillingcrimes.com Crime United States

    The mysterious disappearance and subsequent murder of Adea Shabani, an aspiring actress in Los Angeles, is explored, focusing on the investigation and the suspicious actions of her boyfriend, Christopher Spotz.

    L.A. County placed abused youth in hotels. Violence followed - Los Angeles Times

    latimes.com FosterCare California

    Los Angeles County's housing of abused foster youth in hotels has resulted in violence against social workers, raising concerns about the safety and adequacy of this temporary solution.

    When a Mentor Said Tear Down Your Collection and Start Over, They Did - The New York Times

    nytimes.com Art United States

    An art collector's transformative journey, guided by a mentor's advice to overhaul their collection, leading to a focus on emerging Black artists and a new career in the art world.

    LA’s newest gambling event — live Sperm Racing

    thetimes.com Science USA

    Four teenage entrepreneurs have launched a novel competition in Los Angeles, pitting sperm samples from two university students against each other in a race to raise awareness about male fertility.

    A Third of LAFD's Service Calls Involve Homeless 'Rubbish Fires' – HotAir

    hotair.com Homelessness Los Angeles

    In Los Angeles, a significant portion of fire department service calls are attributed to rubbish fires started by the homeless population, straining resources and raising budgetary concerns.

    LA Mayor Calls for “Fix” to City’s “Broken System”

    therealdeal.com Politics Los Angeles

    LA Mayor Karen Bass proposes a new expedited permitting process and budget cuts to address the city's challenges, including homelessness and wildfire rebuilding.

    Chaos and confusion before Weezer bassist wife was shot in LAPD-released videos | CNN

    cnn.com Crime United States

    Newly released LAPD videos show the chaotic moments leading up to the shooting of Weezer bassist Scott Shriner's wife, Jillian Shriner, during a police search for a hit-and-run suspect.

    In post-fire Altadena, fear and anxiety reign as burglary soars - Los Angeles Times

    latimes.com Crime California

    Following the Eaton wildfire in Altadena, California, a surge in burglaries has left residents feeling anxious and unsafe, prompting comparisons to the more heavily secured Pacific Palisades.

    The Torment of a Neighbor’s Noise in “Beeps” | The New Yorker

    newyorker.com Community United States

    Two Los Angeles residents embark on a quest to identify the source of a persistent, maddening beep emanating from a neighbor's smoke alarm, leading them on an unexpected journey of community connection.

    Investor Files Dual Bankruptcies in Beverly Hills, Encino

    therealdeal.com Finance California

    An Encino investor, Kaysan Ghasseminejad, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on two properties: a Beverly Hills mansion and a medical office building in Encino, citing significant debt.

    To avert layoffs, L.A. council members seek cut in police hiring - Los Angeles Times

    latimes.com Politics Los Angeles

    To address a projected billion-dollar budget shortfall, the Los Angeles City Council's budget committee proposed reducing police hiring and canceling a homelessness initiative, prioritizing the preservation of civilian LAPD employees.

    Modern ADU on steep L.A. hillside is a showstopper - Los Angeles Times

    latimes.com Architecture Los Angeles

    A Los Angeles couple built a striking accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on their steep hillside property, creating a multi-purpose space for family, friends, and clients.