The L.A. Local

05/30/2026

Dr. William “Bill” Burke passes away at 87

Dr. William “Bill” Burke was a Los Angeles civic leader and the founder of the LA Marathon.

05/29/2026

How a viral “Filipino Barbie” video and a divorce helped a former LA fashion designer start a career in comedy

After a 10-year marriage ended, former Pilates instructor Chrissa Sparkles pivoted to stand-up comedy to make modern romance be so sad it’s funny.

By Cristabell Fierros for The LA Local

Full story at thelalocal.org

05/29/2026

Spencer Pratt is accusing Karen Bass of celebrating Koreatown’s destruction in 1992. Here’s what really happened

Korean Americans have debated Bass' comments on South LA liquor stores for years, and many feel the issue is complicated.

05/29/2026

Once home to a historic Black community, artists, cool weirdos and independent shops, Venice Beach now feels overtaken by chain restaurants and  “millennial bros.”

By Carrington Walsh for The LA Local

Read the full essay on thelalocal.org

05/29/2026

Who caused the East LA oil spill? What we know about the companies that may be involved

An estimated 2,400 gallons of crude oil spilled onto East LA streets near homes, businesses and schools, and an investigation is underway.

05/28/2026

LA might be on the verge of its biggest government shakeup in 100 years — and most people have no idea it’s happening.

City leaders are debating proposals that could:
🏛️ Expand the City Council from 15 seats to 25
🌳 Double guaranteed funding for parks
🚨 Give City Council more oversight over LAPD
🗳️ Let 16-year-olds vote in local elections

All of it involves rewriting the LA City Charter — basically the rulebook for how the city works.

Much of the current system was written in 1925, when LA’s population was a fraction of the 4 million residents it is today.

Currently council members are deliberating on what recommendations voters will be asked to approve or reject on their November ballots. Check out The LA Local voter guide for more info.

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05/28/2026

Bryan Bostic died from the effects of methamphetamine, LA County Medical Examiner says

The 37-year-old’s death was accidental, according to a Thursday morning statement from the medical examiner’s office.

05/28/2026

She found structure thanks to boxing. Now she’s giving teens a second chance.

Daysi Garcia is helping young people in neighborhoods like Pico Union through trauma-informed boxing programs, mentorship and court advocacy.

05/28/2026

Free and low-cost summer camps, meals and programs for Eastside families

From free lunches and arts classes to affordable day camps, here’s a guide to summer resources for Eastside kids and families.

05/28/2026

LA City Council delays minimum wage increases for tourism workers

LA City Council made the final vote Tuesday, pushing back a boost to $30 an hour for airport and hotel workers from 2028 to 2030.

05/28/2026

LA’s program that diverts mental health crisis calls away from police to expand

The Los Angeles City Council’s recently approved budget includes funding to expand a city program that diverts police from some mental health crisis calls to 911.