Patti LuPone at LA Opera: Matters of the Heart Review
A Valentine to love songs, Patti LuPone’s 25th Anniversary Tour of Matters of the Heart felt deeply personal. With a voice that could be described as operatic steel wrapped in cabaret intimacy, she delivered a set of 25 songs that traversed the romantic landscape of...
The Train to Las Vegas: An Update
Today, nearly 50 million annual trips occur between Los Angeles and Las Vegas – over 85% of them by automobile – a trip which is unpredictable, unreliable and challenged by congestion. Brightline West expects to serve 9 million one-way passengers annually.The idea of...
Run the Heart of L.A.: The Griffith Park Run Returns February 1
There’s no better way to experience Los Angeles than on foot, and few places capture the city’s spirit like Griffith Park. On Sunday, February 1, 2026, runners and walkers of all levels are invited to do just that when the annual Griffith Park Run Half Marathon and 5K...
2025 Oscar Nominations
With the release of the latest Oscar nominations, the state of motion pictures in Hollywood appears paradoxical: creatively confident, culturally relevant, yet economically unsettled. On the artistic front, the industry is showing real vitality. The nominated films...
Forest Lawn Celebrates Black History Month
GLENDALE, CA—Forest Lawn will celebrate Black History Month with a free, one-night-only event on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 4:00-7:30 PM. Forest Lawn, in partnership with producer Charles Lane, will bring African American experiences and culture to life with...
New Southern California Restaurants – January 2026
From buzzy openings and long-awaited debuts to chef-driven pop-ups and neighborhood newcomers, this is where food news happens first. We track the latest restaurant openings, menu reveals, and dining destinations shaping the local scene—what’s new, what’s worth the...
Ask the Experts: Solo Cruising for Southern California Travelers
Expert solo travel tips for Southern California cruisers. Discover the best cruises, solo cabin deals, top cruise lines, and advice on booking solo-friendly sailings from Los Angeles, Long Beach, and San Diego. Ask the Experts: Solo Cruising for Southern...