Mountain Communities

Weed warriors vs. the plant invaders

Stewards of the environment have battled invasive species for years, and they’ve made a lot of progress. But there’s still plenty to do, and they’re inviting you to help them keep up the good work in some of the most scenic places in Los Angeles… [Read more]
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In the Valley

Pushing jobs, not condos, at Universal

NBC/Universal should drop plans to build nearly 3,000 housing units on its backlot, Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky said this week in a strongly-worded letter to studio chief Ron Meyer. While Yaroslavsky has previously criticized the scale of the Evolution Plan, this is the first time he has pushed… [Read more]
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On the Westside

A park’s legacy grows in Malibu

Legacy Park in Malibu has wildlife, sculptures, outdoor classrooms and five coastal habitats. But to understand why Los Angeles County’s most innovative new recreational area recently racked up its sixth award in 16 months of existence, you have to look deeper—underground, in fact. Beneath its… [Read more]
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