Police agencies are buying into the Grappler, hoping to end pursuits
California is famous for its high-speed chases, both real and fake. One of my favorite fictional ones: Sean…
The man who wants to stop trash from flowing into the ocean
What Californian hasn’t walked along one of our superb beaches only to stumble upon water bottles, cigarette butts,…
Hollywood invented post-apocalypse L.A. Can Spencer Pratt ride it to become mayor?
It’s been called “the best political ad of the year,” a plea to save the city, and an…
California election: Inside battles for governor, L.A. mayor
Election season is upon us, and one major issue on the ballot is the California governor’s race. After…
Disneyland becomes more reliant on facial recognition
Photos are an expected part of almost any visit to Disneyland. Whether it’s first-time international visitors or longtime…
Los Angeles County public schools continue to see enrollment drops
Across the country, shrinking enrollment has been one of the most troubling trends in public education. But it…
Misery and malaise cloud L.A. Why it feels so hopeless this time
Even L.A.’s biggest boosters were struggling to spin in the early 1990s. The aerospace industry, an engine of…
A shakeup at L.A.’s animal services. Is that good news for its 60,000 animals?
L.A. has one of the largest animal shelter systems in the country, and it’s going through a major…
Here are some fresh and favorite food haunts to try
Much of the news dominating the local restaurant scene has focused on sadness. Two Los Angeles icons, Cole’s…
A Tejano tries King Taco for the first time
L.A. Times photography fellow Ronaldo Bolaños is still learning the city, so that’s why the Dallas native asked…