January 2012 Archives
Neighborhood Notes:
News and stories on the shifting culture of our neighborhoods: Trash analysis of the L.A. River & more
Neighborhood Notes:
CicLAvia, the popular event that turns several miles of Los Angeles streets into temporary parks, will be back in 2012.
Murals:
While progress is being made on the City of L.A. sign code, there must be a clear definition whether an image on a wall functions as fine art or a commercial sign.
Laws That Shaped LA:
How has the First Amendment shaped the never-ending quest to freely express ideas in Los Angeles?
LA Letters:
Mike Sonksen a.k.a. Mike the Poet celebrates the bright moments of literary Los Angeles in his new column. The works of Lionel Rolfe and Johnny Otis are highlighted.
Neighborhood Notes:
Notes and stories on the shifting culture of our neighborhoods: Year of the Dragon starts with a bang in LA's Chinatown & more.
Production Notes:
The Los Angeles Urban Rangers led crowds of nighttime explorers along the Los Angeles River. Our video documents their reactions and hopes for more nature in L.A.
Arts:
Wondering what exhibits to see during this weekend's Museums Free-For-All? Here's a guide to our picks.
Arrival Stories:
Michelle Lopez was born in Chinatown, Los Angeles, while her mother and father were each born in different countries.
Highland Park:
Olive Percival was not college educated but read voraciously and wrote prolifically, with several published books to her name and a revered collection of antique books.
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