Can Joy be Defiance?
When so many are under attack for simply existing, can claiming belonging – and joy – also be an act of defiance? Photo by Clockshop.
Partner Spotlight: LA Commons
LA Commons has spent 25 years using arts and culture to uplift Los Angeles communities. Founder and Executive Director Karen Mack shares what drew her to the Festival Trail and how the partnership will build social infrastructure to connect, heal, and empower communities ahead of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games —and beyond.
Where the River Resists: Reimagining LA
The Glendale Narrows stretch of the LA River is shaped by a century-long clash between nature, infrastructure, and urban growth. What can the revitalized beauty of this site teach us about LA’s past and possible future?
From Fire to ICE, Angelenos Show up for Each Other
Just a few months ago, Los Angeles was fighting fires. Now it’s fighting ICE. From one man-made disaster to the next, the city is under immense strain. But if there’s one constant in this city, it’s this: Angelenos show up for each other.