Fungi are everywhere. Most don’t harm us - but scientists at NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab want to find out if in space, things might change, especially on long-term voyages.
The biggest housing project in development in L.A. County is moving forward after recently winning key approvals. It stands poised to become the future home for 60,000 people. The developer wants to break ground in the Santa Clarita Valley by next year, and aims to build 21,500 units over 15-20 years.
Former Assistant U.S. Attorney Brandon Fox reflects on his prosecution of ex-L.A. Sheriff Lee Baca and other officials, and the need "to stop that culture" of impunity.
The study from Nobel Laureate James Heckman adds to a large body of research on the effectiveness of home visitation programs, but it's the first to analyze the effects of gender. It finds long-lasting positive outcomes, particularly for boys at the age of 12.
Most Democrats know they stand against President Trump. Not as many can say what exactly the party stands for. Party leaders are hoping to change that with this new economic plan, which evokes elements from Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders. An expert helps break this down.
Kushner states that during the presidential campaign he had "hardly any" contact with Russia representatives. He participated Monday in a closed-door meeting with the Senate Intelligence Committee.
Dozens of firefighters aided by fixed-wing aircraft responded to a fire near Live Oak Canyon in La Verne late Sunday afternoon. Police issued voluntary evacuations for nearby residents.
The Los Angeles Fire Department hosted a Girls Camp this weekend in the hopes of inspiring interest in firefighting as a career for women. A hundred teenage girls were mentored by female firefighters to learn basic skills, like how to use a chainsaw and how to climb an aerial ladder.
Cogdill served three terms in the state Assembly and was the Senate Republican leader from 2008 to 2009, during the worst budget crises in California's history. He helped craft a budget deal with former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Democrats to close a $42-billion shortfall.
Several women dressed in Leia's flowing white gown and iconic twin buns spoke about how much the character inspired them. Said one: "You put on a pair of buns, and you're unstoppable."
A 17-year-old developer partnered with PETA2 to create a game designed around animal activism. As players move through various missions, they blast corporate gatekeepers and educate as they kill. Researchers are still determining how gaming imprints on our thoughts and behavior.
From tiny, dissolving needles to high-powered liquid streams and nasal sprays, scientists are developing alternatives to typical vaccinations. A flu vaccine patch, for example, is not yet available to the public. But one version showed promising results in its first human clinical trial.
The sanctions would punish three countries; the bill also aims to prevent President Trump from relaxing sanctions without lawmakers' consent. A House vote is expected on Tuesday.
Los Angeles County said Friday in court papers that when state officials and regulators gave the green light to resume operation at the Aliso Canyon gas field they ignored a warning from a top gas manager that the wells were vulnerable to being sheared off in an earthquake.
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The Watts Towers of Simon Rodia
What it is:
These seventeen large sculptures were built by one man, Simon Rodia, without the help of machine equipment, scaffolding, bolts, rivets, or welds.
Why it's cool:
In addition to their unique beauty, the towers are an amazing demonstration of Rodia’s tenacity. He spent over 30 years building it, using rebar and concrete, as well as bits of glass, tile and other objects he collected nearby.
You should know:
There are tours available every 30 minutes, Thursday to Sunday until 3pm. Adults pay $7, teenagers $3, and children 12 and under are free!
