How ‘Heated Rivalry’ became a joyful movement and community
Picture this: You’re scrolling TikTok when a video grabs your attention — it’s a packed dance floor at…
California’s dead malls have become magnets for blight and vandalism
For generations, the Westminster Mall operated akin to a town square for central Orange County — a place…
NASA astronaut returns to Earth early in first medical evacuation – NBC 7 San Diego
An ailing astronaut returned to Earth with three others on Thursday, ending their space station mission more than…
NASA astronauts to land near San Diego after medical evac – NBC 7 San Diego
Four astronauts who had to depart the International Space Station early due to a medical issue were expected…
Popular Palisades restaurant Cinque Terre reopens in Venice
The patio at Cinque Terre West in Venice is petite but cozy, with a handful of tables and…
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth tours Long Beach rocket factory
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, who is taking a tour of U.S. defense contractors, on Friday visited a…
Long Beach cafe honors the memory of owner’s late girlfriend
Reinne’s Place, founded by Tommy Le, honors the life of his late girlfriend, Reinne Lim who passed away…
The Hotel Cafe is closing in 2026. Inside its relocation plans
When musician Cary Brothers found out that the Hotel Cafe was shutting down, he felt like he’d been…
Bobby Berk has seen a lot, but a $100,000 surprise on his new HGTV show made his jaw drop
Nobody does a jaw-drop reaction like Bobby Berk. It’s only surprising when you assume he’s probably seen it…
World Cup offers L.A. the chance to expand its accommodation options
Dec. 24, 2025 5 AM PT To the editor: Los Angeles is preparing to host a once-in-a-generation global…
Forget the ugly sweaters: How a Latino leather community does the holidays
On the Friday night after Thanksgiving, a hotel room on the 17th floor of the Hotel Indigo in…
Creation District supports Sacramento homeless youth through art
Waking the Village, a nonprofit organization in Sacramento, supports homeless and housing-insecure individuals through various programs, with a…