The Paw-Pup Dog Park — a fenced-off portion of the parking lot between the Alhambra Golf Course and the YMCA — has been open for just over a month. It’s an experiment the city council is trying because...

When they’re visiting Inglewood City Hall, most residents don’t realize there’s a local celebrity in their midst. Sharis Rhodes, executive assistant to the mayor, was crowned the 2023 -2024 Ms...

In many smaller cities in Southern California, people don’t know who the mayor is. In Inglewood, residents not only seem to know Mayor James Butts, but they re-elected him to a fourth term last year. Butts...

A rise in violence. An increase in rent. The need to remodel parks. Those are some issues Lincoln Heights residents say their neighborhood needs help with. The area is also known for its historic landmarks...

Having to throw away food after a night of few customers. Being attacked by passersbys.  Getting your business shut down because of a rule you misunderstood. Interviews with half a dozen street vendors...

Studio City is joining the city of Los Angeles in a crack down on street racing and illegal street takeovers.  On May 17, the Studio City Neighborhood Council board unanimously passed a motion on the...

A stable living situation was unknown to Matthew N. Crawford in his youth. Growing up poor was difficult, and uncertainty was ever present. “My mom would literally eat apples the last few days of...

Art's Delicatessen has been a fixture of the San Fernando Valley for 66 years, serving matzo ball soup and pastrami sandwiches to patrons ranging from the average knish-lover to the most powerful movie...

On a crisp summer afternoon, a walk to the end of El Sereno’s Van Horne Blvd. will lead into a small park-like fixture at the top of the hill. Ornamental trees surrounded by lush green grass greet...

The City of South Gate Police Department (PD) received a grant from the State of California to establish and improve programming geared toward the wellness of its employees.  South Gate PD was awarded...

The aroma of Mexican food wafting out of busy food trucks. Colorful parade floats and dresses. Aguas frescas served up in souvenir cups. The energy of music and traditional dancers. The flavors, richness...

Javin Carter is always looking to keep his mind active and productive, and makes an effort to go to the library at least once a week. While he often visits the Inglewood Public Library, he chose to visit...