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Utility box art connects the Los Angeles community, from dull eyesores to embellishing every street corner

by Frankie Smith | Jan 10, 2023 | Features, Hero

Artists and community members are bringing color and life to the Los Angeles area, one utility box at a time.

Column: Picture imperfect: How I learned to love the warmth of a grainy film photo

by Josie Lafontant | Nov 18, 2022 | Features

The limited amount of space on a film roll forgives closed eyes and goofy smiles, trading out flawlessness in favor of capturing the instant exactly as it was; a joyous and messy moment in time.

Video: Exploring the vegan food exchange in North Hollywood

by Frankie Smith | Aug 8, 2022 | Video

Every Sunday from 3-9, vegan food vendors set up shop in the NOHO arts district. Whether you are vegan or not, the exchange has amazing options for...

Is TikTok or Instagram worse for teen mental health?: A therapist vs. psychologist perspective

by Frankie Smith | Aug 6, 2022 | News

The major social media apps have distinct, yet similar impacts on teens.

New jobs, new passions: How flea markets are changing the fashion landscape

by Frankie Smith | Aug 4, 2022 | Features

The pandemic offered new opportunites for flea markets to grow.

Women in the food truck industry: Turning adversity into empowerment

by Frankie Smith | Aug 3, 2022 | Features, Food, Hero

Food trucks in Los Angeles have connected our community culturally and socially. As the food truck industry grows, female food truck owners are determined to empower more female leaders to enter the space.

From Indian classical dancing to Deaf art history, Meera Hatangadi looks to shed light on underrepresented communities

by Frankie Smith | Jul 14, 2022 | Featured, Features

Meera Hatangadi has had a passion for writing since she was little, but when she entered high school, she said it became clear to her that she...

California’s new composting law and food waste

by Alana Weisberg | Apr 30, 2022 | News

Senate Bill 1383 was meant to reduce the disposal of organic waste by 75% by the year 2025. Most California residents either do not know about the bill, or they have not started to dispose of their organic waste separately from the rest of their trash.