February 2012 Archives
Excursion:
The Sepulveda Basin is one of few areas along the Los Angeles River that offers a glimpse into what the river once was and what the rest of the river may one day be.
LA Letters:
Mike the Poet recites his homage to the bright literary stars of Watts and Leimert Park.
Neighborhood Notes:
The latest news and stories on the shifting culture of our neighborhoods.
Portraits:
Today we review the life of science fiction writer Octavia E. Butler for the "Iconic Angelenos in Black History" series.
Arrival Stories:
What does it take to convince your partner to move to L.A. from another country?
Portraits:
The Second Great Migration of the 1940s brought an influx of Black migrants to Los Angeles, shifting the identities of neighborhoods throughout the city.
Portraits:
Today we review the life of jazz musician Eric Dolphy for the "Iconic Angelenos in Black History" series.
LA River:
A new wetlands park in South Los Angeles paves the way for re-greening public space while cleaning up the surrounding waters.
Portraits:
Today we review the life of track and field Florence Griffith-Joyner for the "Iconic Angelenos in Black History" series.
Neighborhood Notes:
News and stories on the shifting culture of our neighborhoods: Angelenos share fleeting memories of Angel Island & more.
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