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California’s Highway 101 is shutting down lanes along a 10-mile stretch until 2027 amid a $29.8M overhaul — here’s exactly where

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California’s Highway 101 is shutting down lanes along a 10-mile stretch until 2027 amid a $29.8M overhaul — here’s exactly where

California drivers are getting used to a year filled with major transportation projects, road upgrades, and infrastructure improvements. Now, another…

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The biggest free Fourth of July celebration on the West Coast is closing down six city blocks of downtown for a massive summer block party

The Fourth of July is the quintessential American summer…
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‘The system is critically stressed’: scientists just found the San Andreas Fault has reached its highest strain level in 1,000 years

California’s iconic landscapes range from towering redwood forests and…
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L.A.’s iconic Vincent Thomas Bridge is gearing up for a full 16-month closure until 2028 amid a $752.8M overhaul — here’s exactly when

The city is in the middle of a transformation, from the long-awaited wildlife crossing over the 101 Freeway to new…
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The world’s first permanent Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pizzeria is opening on Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade this Saturday
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The largest natural history museum on the West Coast is home to the world’s only green-boned dinosaur fossil — dating back roughly 150 million years

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A raunchy superhero musical parody with rock music and high-wire stunts is opening in North Hollywood this July

Los Angeles’ summer is heating up, and it’s about to get a whole lot steamier. If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if your favorite cinematic universe hit the stage…
June 17, 2026

9 fantastic ways to celebrate Father’s Day 2026 in Los Angeles this weekend

Hard to believe we’re already halfway through 2026. June is here, and the year is flying by! This year, Father’s…
June 17, 2026

UNO is bringing its viral Social Club back to Los Angeles this summer — and it’s the ultimate game night

If you thought UNO was just a fun childhood card game, think again. Following the overwhelming success of last year’s inaugural events, the iconic board game company Mattel is expanding…
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A free, 7-hour block party is taking over Santa Monica’s Main Street this Saturday — and yes, you can walk around with to-go alcoholic drinks
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19 spectacular things to do in Los Angeles this July 2026

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Studio Ghibli’s first-ever pop-up store in the U.S. with a giant Totoro and 400 exclusive items is headed to SoCal — but it’s only open until December 31

Studio Ghibli fans, rejoice! The first-ever pop-up store for the beloved animation studio in the United States is headed to…
This historical L.A. bar is California’s first LGBTQ+ landmark — and the site of a civil rights revolution years before Stonewall

The Black Cat in Silver Lake stands as California’s first recognized LGBTQ+ landmark, preserving the site of one of the…
LACMA’s Art Parade and free block party celebrate the opening of the David Geffen Galleries this weekend

Los Angeles knows how to throw a party, but this Saturday’s celebration might be one of the city’s most creative yet. To mark the opening of the new David Geffen…
Less than 1 hour from L.A.: This small town is transforming its main street into a giant block party with jumbo games and human foosball on Thursday — and the summer lineup only gets better from there

Santa Clarita’s Old Town Newhall is the ultimate arts and entertainment district, hosting farmers markets, live music, and engaging family…

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The nation’s largest food festival is finally coming back to L.A. for a massive 4th of July weekend celebration — featuring 250+ vendors, games, and live music

Get ready to bring your appetite. Summer in Los Angeles means the return of massive outdoor…
Goodbye to Papa John’s: the beloved pizza chain is shutting down several locations nationwide — including California

As Californians continue to grapple with rising living costs, another familiar name is quietly shrinking its footprint. From retail stores…
In-N-Out joins SoCal’s massive $1 billion mega-park with a sprawling 3,860-square-foot restaurant — set to open in late 2026

Southern California is in the middle of a wave of large-scale developments, with new mega projects reshaping cities across the…
Score free food and discounted game-day drinks at these Los Angeles eateries hosting World Cup-themed specials

As Los Angeles welcomes soccer fans from around the world, restaurants are getting in on the excitement with a variety of World Cup-themed deals and specials. From discounted drinks and…

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Here’s how, with just $750, German-Americans built and named Anaheim from scratch — and it’s not all about the oranges

If you are a history lover seeking a quintessential California origin story, Anaheim’s history is sure to pique your curiosity.
What you don’t know about Sleeping Beauty Castle in Anaheim — the oldest Disney Princess castle that’s surprisingly small with a hidden history

It’s a quintessential slice of pure nostalgia – Sleeping Beauty Castle at Anaheim’s Disneyland. Crossing the sunlit esplanade and gazing…
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Los Angeles is undeniably one of the best cities in the world, but let’s be honest—it’s also a city full of sprawling locals and hefty price tags. Finding the coolest…
11 exquisite places to go wine tasting in and around Los Angeles

With such proximity to some of the most bountiful vineyards in the world, local wine lovers are lucky to enjoy a huge spectrum of delicious varieties in L.A.’s best tasting…

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Step inside this whimsical ‘Bubble Planet’ with 10 themed rooms and a giant ball pit in DTLA this summer

Step inside Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience near downtown L.A.’s Arts District and explore more than ten sensory-filled rooms, each designed around bubbles in all forms. With colorful visuals,…
15 legendary and unique comedy shows and comedy clubs in and around L.A. to catch some stand-up

We’re blessed to live in the entertainment capital of the world, which means we’re home to some historic comedy clubs hosting equally legendary people. Whether you’re looking for a good…
Complex Family Style Food Festival returns to L.A. this June: eat, shop, and enjoy top restaurants, exclusive drops & live music

Complex’s Family Style Food Festival returns to Los Angeles State Historic Park this June, bringing together…
Disneyland’s classic hang-gliding ride is introducing a major new change this summer — here’s the last day you can ride ‘Soarin’ Over California’

The United States of America turns 250 years old this year, and the country is celebrating with all sorts of special events, from a…

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