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city since the magazine’s founding by Geoff Miller in the spring of 1961. The definitive resource for Angelenos, Los Angeles covers the people, food, culture, arts and entertainment, fashion, lifestyle, and news that defines Southern California with a signature mix of feature-length writing, service journalism, investigative reporting, and design. Led by editor-in-chief Mary Melton, the magazine i

s the recipient of three National Magazine Awards in addition to numerous other industry honors (you can see all of the magazine’s award-winning content here). With more than 800,000 monthly readers and 140,000 monthly subscribers, Los Angeles is the only local publication with 100% paid and verified readership. For more on the magazine’s history, read about Geoff Miller’s mission for Los Angeles and peruse more than 50 years of covers in our online archive. For more about the magazine’s audience, please read our media kit.

Awards season is already shining bright in the desert. The Palm Springs Film Awards just revealed this year’s honorees, ...
12/01/2025

Awards season is already shining bright in the desert. The Palm Springs Film Awards just revealed this year’s honorees, and it’s a lineup packed with major contenders.

Ethan Hawke will receive the Career Achievement Award, Michael B. Jordan is set for the Icon Award, Leonardo DiCaprio earns the Desert Palm Achievement Award and Adam Sandler will be honored with the Chairman’s Award. Groups from Hamnet and Sentimental Value will also take the stage for major ensemble honors.

It all unfolds on January 3 as the festival kicks off its 2026 season.

Read on for the full story

https://lamag.com/arts-and-entertainment/palm-springs-film-awards-will-honor-ethan-hawke-michael-b-jordan-and-more/

Altadena’s beloved Christmas Tree Lane is lighting up once again, marking its 105th year and its most meaningful return ...
11/30/2025

Altadena’s beloved Christmas Tree Lane is lighting up once again, marking its 105th year and its most meaningful return yet.

Nearly a year after the Eaton Fire tore through the community, volunteers have restored the century-old tradition with more than 10,000 lights, carolers, hot chocolate and a memorial to those lost.

A mile of glowing cedars now stands as a symbol of healing, resilience and pride in a place that refused to give up.

Read the full story ⬇️

https://lamag.com/style/christmas-tree-lane-in-altadena-will-light-up-in-sign-of-hope/

Yoshio Nakamura lived a century of service, artistry and quiet courage. One of the last surviving members of the famed J...
11/30/2025

Yoshio Nakamura lived a century of service, artistry and quiet courage. One of the last surviving members of the famed Japanese American 442nd regiment, Nakamura fought fascism abroad even as his own family was incarcerated at Gila River.

After the war, he became a beloved teacher, mentor and arts leader whose impact can still be felt across Whittier and the San Gabriel Valley. His work hangs in the Guggenheim and the Smithsonian, but his greatest legacy may be the generations of students he inspired.

Read the full story ⬇️

https://lamag.com/news/world-war-ii-hero-artist-and-activist-yoshio-nakamura-dies-at-100/

The holiday season has officially arrived in the desert. This past Friday, vintage culture king Charles Phoenix is bring...
11/30/2025

The holiday season has officially arrived in the desert. This past Friday, vintage culture king Charles Phoenix is bringing his technicolor cheer to the iconic Palm Springs Visitor Center, flipping the switch on a full midcentury light spectacular.

The 1965 Albert Frey-designed former gas station has never been lit like this, and Phoenix is promising music, cocoa, and a whole lot of festive magic.

Read more about the celebration ⬇️

https://lamag.com/style/charles-phoenix-lights-up-socal-landmarks-for-christmas/

New federal data shows a dramatic shift inside ICE detention centers. Nearly half of the more than 65,000 people held na...
11/29/2025

New federal data shows a dramatic shift inside ICE detention centers. Nearly half of the more than 65,000 people held nationwide have no criminal record at all. Arrests of non-criminal immigrants have surged over 2000 percent under the Trump administration, marking the fastest rise in the agency’s history and signaling a major change in federal enforcement priorities.

It is a story that speaks directly to how immigration policy is being enforced on the ground and how those numbers are shaping communities across the country.

Read the full breakdown ⬇️

https://lamag.com/immigration/ice-detentions-of-non-criminal-immigrants-surge-to-record-levels-under-trump-administration/

Southwest just made getting to Hawaii a lot easier for Inland Empire travelers. Starting June 4, 2026, the airline will ...
11/29/2025

Southwest just made getting to Hawaii a lot easier for Inland Empire travelers. Starting June 4, 2026, the airline will launch a new morning nonstop from Ontario to Honolulu, with an evening return that doubles the current seat capacity on the route.

The service runs on a 737 Max 8 and connects directly into Southwest’s massive interisland network.

Read more about the new route and what it means for SoCal flyers ⬇️

https://lamag.com/travel/southwest-airlines-direct-ontario-honolulu-flight/

Defense attorneys for Luigi Mangione are pushing to halt the public release of key evidence taken from his backpack duri...
11/29/2025

Defense attorneys for Luigi Mangione are pushing to halt the public release of key evidence taken from his backpack during his McDonald’s arrest, arguing that the contents of his notebook and other seized items should not be shown until a judge rules on whether the search was even legal.

With major constitutional questions on the table and suppression hearings starting December 1, the case is gaining new urgency and scrutiny.

Read the full story ⬇️

https://lamag.com/crimeinla/defense-moves-to-block-key-evidence-in-luigi-mangione-case/

Westside Ballet’s 52nd Nutcracker returns to Santa Monica with a story that feels as sweeping as the production itself. ...
11/28/2025

Westside Ballet’s 52nd Nutcracker returns to Santa Monica with a story that feels as sweeping as the production itself.

This year, a 12-year-old prodigy and an 18-year-old preparing for her final bow share the stage with New York City Ballet principal and Westside alum Tiler Peck, creating a rare full-circle moment for one of California’s most beloved pre-professional companies.

From a non-audition local studio to a pipeline that now feeds the Royal Ballet School, San Francisco Ballet School, JKO and more, Westside continues shaping dancers who leap from Santa Monica to the world’s biggest stages.

Inside this year’s Nutcracker is a story of discipline, community and the dreams taking shape behind the curtain.

Read the full piece ⬇️

https://lamag.com/arts-and-entertainment/westside-ballet-nutcracker-november-2025/

Black Friday might belong to the shoppers, but Amazon Prime Video is making a serious case for staying home. Sports fans...
11/28/2025

Black Friday might belong to the shoppers, but Amazon Prime Video is making a serious case for staying home. Sports fans can settle into the couch for a full 15 hours of live action across the PGA, NFL, and NBA.

The long-lost Skins Game returns at dawn with a million-dollar scoreboard and four top players battling hole by hole. Then the Bears and Eagles take center stage in a high-stakes NFC matchup.

The night closes with two NBA Cup games, including the Lakers facing the Mavericks with major tournament implications.

If you needed an excuse to avoid the retail chaos, this is it.

Read on for the full breakdown of one of the most jam-packed sports days Prime Video has ever put together ⬇️

https://lamag.com/tv/a-black-friday-miracle-amazon-prime-video-will-provide-15-hours-of-live-sports/

Thanksgiving in Los Angeles means shared tables, late-afternoon sun, and every kind of dish that makes this city feel li...
11/27/2025

Thanksgiving in Los Angeles means shared tables, late-afternoon sun, and every kind of dish that makes this city feel like home.

We’re grateful for our readers, our communities and all the stories that make LA the place we can’t stop celebrating.

From everyone at Los Angeles Magazine, we wish you a warm and delicious holiday.

Shohei Ohtani is heading back to the international stage.The Dodgers superstar confirmed he will play for Japan in the 2...
11/27/2025

Shohei Ohtani is heading back to the international stage.

The Dodgers superstar confirmed he will play for Japan in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, marking his first appearance with the national team since he led Japan to the 2023 title.

His early commitment immediately boosts the defending champions as they gear up for pool play next March at Tokyo Dome.

After another MVP season in Los Angeles, Ohtani will now bring that momentum to the world stage once again.

Read the full story ⬇️

https://lamag.com/sports/shohei-ohtani-to-suit-up-for-japan-in-2026-world-baseball-classic/

ICE has detained the mother of White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt’s nephew after officials say she overstayed a v...
11/26/2025

ICE has detained the mother of White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt’s nephew after officials say she overstayed a visitor visa.

Her family and attorney insist she came to the U.S. legally and has no criminal record, and they are fighting to bring her home.

The case has sparked a tense back-and-forth in New Hampshire as relatives say the 11-year-old child has not been able to speak with her since the arrest.

Read on for the full story ⬇️

https://lamag.com/news-and-politics/ice-detains-mother-of-white-house-spokespersons-nephew/

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