L.A.
Coverage of L.A. in the Nexus archive.
- There’s no glory in illegal fireworks on the 4th — and a lot of fear
The article discusses the use of illegal fireworks in a city that has banned them, highlighting the conflict between tradition and local regulations on July Fourth. It notes the emotional tension between celebrating American culture and the risks associated with unauthorized pyrotechnics.
- Veda Pierce, L.A.'s most odious monster, dead at 98
Veda Pierce, described as L.A.'s most odious monster, died at 98. Her relentless pursuit of material wealth and status contributed to her reputation as one of the city's greatest villains.
- Lopez: For mayoral candidates and all of L.A., here's the homelessness conversation we must have
Lopez urges mayoral candidates and residents of Los Angeles to address homelessness through a comprehensive plan, highlighting the mayoral general election as an opportunity to propose solutions.
- Farewell, my Smilodon: La Brea Tar Pits to close for two years
The La Brea Tar Pits in Los Angeles will close for two years due to a massive renovation. The project aims to highlight new scientific advancements at the institution.
- Trump signals support for Pratt in L.A. mayoral election: 'I'd like to see him do well'
Donald Trump expressed support for a candidate in the L.A. mayoral election, stating he would like to see him do well. Trump did not make a formal endorsement. The comments were the first public statements from the president on the L.A. mayor's race.
- Neighbor bear-sprayed by burglars in Studio City; alarm disrupts thieves in Beverly Grove
Two recent burglaries in the L.A. area were disrupted after a resident's alarm went off in one incident and a neighbor confronted thieves in the other. The incidents occurred in Studio City and Beverly Grove. The burglars used bear spray on a neighbor.
- Lopez: For all the chatter by mayoral candidates, can anyone fix L.A.'s enduring problems?
The mayoral candidates in Los Angeles have been debating, but it's unclear if they can fix the city's enduring problems, such as broken streets. The debates themselves have been underwhelming. The city faces significant challenges that need to be addressed.
- Man fed teen Adderall, forced him to work then abandoned him on an L.A. freeway, prosecutors say
A Thousand Oaks man has been charged with labor trafficking of a 14-year-old boy, forcing him to sell clothing online and abandoning him on an L.A. freeway. The man allegedly fed the teen Adderall and coerced him into working. Authorities have taken action against the perpetrator.
- Shot in the head and face at L.A. 'No Kings' protest, two young men are now seeking justice
Micah Moore and Tucker Collins were shot in the head and face at a 'No Kings' protest in L.A., resulting in hearing and sight loss, and are now seeking justice through legal action.