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Glendale Narrows Recreational Zone Clears Army Corps Hurdle
April 30, 2013 12:00 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
The Glendale Narrows section of the L.A. River will be open for recreation this summer.
L.A. River 'Crown Jewel' Parcel Purchase Zeroed Out in Favor of Albion Project
April 25, 2013 3:30 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
The dreams of creating a 100-acre green open space that truly connects to the Los Angeles River seem to be dying of a long, lingering disease.
Johnny Carson Park Upgrade Includes Plans to Restore Natural Streambed
April 17, 2013 1:30 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
All Burbank needs is just a little more funding to proceed with the renovation.
Development Endangers L.A. River-Adjacent Open Space in Studio City
April 12, 2013 11:40 AM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
Profit motives may hamper the efforts to save the last open remaining unprotected open space along the L.A. River within the San Fernando Valley.
Bugs, Coyotes, and Lions on the L.A. River: Fact or Fiction?
April 10, 2013 6:00 PM
by Alvaro Parra
Petition Asks Councilman Reyes to Move Forward with Confluence Park Development
April 9, 2013 12:00 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
It may not look like much now, but the Arroyo Seco Confluence could potentially be a crown jewel in the restoration of the Los Angeles River.
Study Proposes L.A. River-Arroyo Seco Confluence as an Urban Riverfront Landscape
April 4, 2013 1:30 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
A proposal by an architecture student gives an idea of how the are can become a gem for the whole Los Angeles river system.
Coyotes Spotted on Los Angeles River Island in Atwater Village
March 29, 2013 3:00 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
Neighbors see the encroaching coyote population as a consequence of the growing movement to naturalize the Los Angeles River.
Greenway to be Built at Water Reclamation Plant by the L.A. River
March 27, 2013 1:30 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
The 0.4-acre curved park lies on the east bank of the Los Angeles River just off the Colorado exit below the 5 freeway.
Arroyo Seco Foundation's Annual Hahamongna Walkabout Adds Recreational Stations
March 21, 2013 12:30 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
In Australia, a walkabout is a sacred rite of passage one undergoes to find oneself by being immersed in nature. In Southern California, the Hahamongna Walkabout, hosted by the Arroyo Seco Foundation (ASF), seeks to inspire by guided tours through...
River Notes:
Representing more than 40,000 hours of work in Malibu Creek, a new report finds that the watershed hasn't escaped the effects of environmental degradation.
River Notes:
Riffing off of the 1950s tradition of drive-ins, Angelenos will have the chance to tune-up their bikes, make use of the bike path by the river, and take in a free movie at the end.
Developers and Environmental Advocates Outline Challenges at L.A. River Forum
March 13, 2013 4:01 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
A recurring theme was getting pivotal people on board so water-related projects and its benefits could be realized.
River Notes:
The Rancho Equestrian District is perhaps the closest to rural living as you can get near downtown Los Angeles and Hollywood.
Atwater Villagers Call for Centralized Los Angeles River Contact Point
March 1, 2013 4:45 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
Residents that these L.A. River revitalization projects unfolding in their backyards are adding stress to an already overloaded system.
Future Perfect: A Walk Around the Japanese Garden and Tillman Water Reclamation Plant
February 27, 2013 4:45 PM
by Carren Jao
Young Women Discover Their Voice and the San Gabriel Mountains Through Photography
February 21, 2013 2:30 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
Through a camera's lens, we create a world based on what we choose to focus on.
NELA River Collaborative Kicks Off, Begins Community Engagement
February 19, 2013 4:30 PM
River Notes:
Local residents, students, conservationists, and city workers all gathered to show their support for the future of the L.A. River.
Glendale Narrows Recreational Zone May Exclude Atwater Village
February 19, 2013 4:00 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
The proposed recreational zone may begin downstream from the proposed North Atwater Bridge.
Draft Environment Report Out for Plastic Ban Ordinance, Public Comment Sought
February 14, 2013 4:00 PM
by Carren Jao
River Notes:
The review found no adverse effects on the environment from implementing the plastic bag ban as proposed.

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