Patch explores how an economic hub became "an economic black hole."
The lawsuit seeks to have the landlords evict their lease-holders.
Patch readers are invited to share their thoughts about the death of Osama bin Laden in our comments section.
Everyone seems to agree that shading is needed, but what kind is still up for debate.
The town hall meeting at James Madison Middle School completes a process that began in 2007.
The money will go toward a special program that teaches science, technology, engineering and math also known as (STEM).
Also: Crime is down in the neighborhood, possible parking meters on Riverside Drive, and new vacant council positions.
The local Councilman was on hand to dedicate the zoo's new environmentally friendly parking lot.
Here's a quick rundown of what your recently re-elected City Council members are doing for their communities.
Cathy Flynn, a mom with kids at Colfax Elementary and member of the Neighborhood Council Valley Village, keeps our readers up to speed on the latest VV news.
People drive up to his restaurant Sunday to donate money or goods to the relief efforts.
Take part in SurveyLA to help preserve local history.
The GTLNC discusses improving the Farmers Market, trying out rain barrels, and conserving water.
Box's biggest supporters in the District 4 election were food trucks and cyclists.
The incumbent Los Angeles City Councilmembers representing the Second and Fourth District both were easily reelected on Tuesday. Here are some reasons why that may be.
Paul Krekorian, Tom LaBonge, Tony Cardenas and Jose Huizar retain their seats, while Mitchell Englander takes over his boss' seat.
By mid-afternoon, one location only had 15 people cast their ballots. Is everyone waiting until after 5 p.m.?
Voters want libraries to extend their hours, but are conflicted on whether to unseat District 4 incumbent Tom LaBonge.
We'll be covering Tuesday's events and invite you to be part of our real-time coverage.
Council District 8 and School District 5 continue to be money magnets as the campaigns enter the homestretch.
Profiles of the candidates, explanation of the measures, now there's no excuse to claim ignorance.
Budget cuts last summer forced all libraries in the Los Angeles Public Library system to shut down on Sundays and Mondays. Measure L is intended to reverse at least part of the cutbacks.
Proponents say the twin measures would give the City Council timely information and more oversight about what goes on at the utility and could prevent last-minute price hikes.
Supporters say the $1.44 per barrel tax would help the cash-strapped city, but opponents say it will harm small businesses.
The city council candidate for District 4 offers ways to tackle the city budget, improve public education and mobility around the city.
Ballot measure would roll back pension rates for new firefighters and police officers and save the city millions of dollars over time.
In four Board of Education contests and one City Council race, the big money is coming from groups operating outside of the candidates' control.
The L.A. City Council incumbent for District 4 hopes to continue to reduce crime, restore the city's financial health and encourage better parking solutions.
The measure would amend the city charter to make it comply with the Supreme Court's lifting of campaign contributions limits, but not all voters agree with the decision.
More bike lanes in more places, including the Valley, over the next five years and beyond.
City Controller Wendy Greuel has not announced for mayor, but she's talking to groups all over town about the possibility of running for mayor of Los Angeles in 2013.
O'Grady is seeking to win a four-year council seat in the March 8 election to represent District No. 4, which includes Toluca Lake and roughly half of North Hollywood.
There are 4,062 septic tanks and 169 in high-risk areas within the Los Angeles Council District 2.
Incumbent Tom LaBonge and candidates Stephen Box and Tomas O'Grady offer their take on how to fix the city budget and tackle issues like parking, maintaining city services and transportation.