Los Angeles

LAX Soundproofing Contracts To Reduce Sound For Residents

admin_huliq — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 19:20:28 -0600

The Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners today awarded a contract to DAB Construction, Inc., of Los Angeles for a portion of the Los AngelesInternationalAirport’s (LAX) Residential Soundproofing Program.

Los Angeles wildfires are almost contained

admin_huliq — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 11:19:55 -0600

The recent wildfires in Los Angeles, California have burned more than 42,000 acres (17,000 hectares) of land. Nearly 1,000 homes were destroyed, and more than 10,000 residents were evacuated.

LA Is A Hotbed for Contemporary Art

admin_huliq — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:03:45 -0500

BCAM (Broad Contemporary Art Museum), the newest museum in Los Angeles and a contemporary art showcase, is really just the tip of the proverbial iceberg when it comes to LA's wealth of contemporary art. LA is home to major contemporary art collections at several other museums as well as art galleries that draw collectors from throughout the world

20 Free And Fun Things To Do in Los Angeles

admin_huliq — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 23:25:47 -0500

There are tons of free things to do in Los Angeles, giving visitors on a budget something to cheer about. If you're looking to save some money on your next trip to LA, we've compiled a handy list of 20 free Los Angeles activities — all of them exciting, fun and uniquely LA. The best part: these are just a sampling of LA's free attractions, so after you're done checking them off the list, you can get out there and find some free stuff of your own.

Government regulations miss key pollutants in Los Angeles region

harminka — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 01:59:34 -0500

Existing regulations may not effectively target a large source of fine, organic particle pollutants that contribute to hazy skies and poor air quality over Los Angeles, according to a study scheduled for the October 15 issue of ACS' Environmental Science and Technology, a semi-monthly journal.

Los Angeles Metrolink 111 Crash In Chatsworth, Check Schedule

admin_huliq — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 22:52:31 -0500

Seven helicopters are standing by to medi-vac away the victims of a commuter train collision of metrolink in Chatsworth, California near Los Angeles. Over a hundred fire fighters responded to this disturbing scene.

Los Angeles Philharmonic Association Presents KCRW’s World Festival

ruzik_tuzik — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:53:03 -0500

The 10th anniversary season of KCRW’s World Festival at the Hollywood Bowl kicks-off on Sunday, June 22, at 7pm, with Thievery Corporation, Bebel Gilberto, Los Amigos Invisibles and Federico Aubele. Thievery Corporation performs with a full live band, and Seu Jorge makes a special guest appearance. KCRW DJ Jason Bentley hosts.

Dance Camera West Media Film Festival Presents VideoDanza

ruzik_tuzik — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:48:19 -0500

Dance Camera West, internationally recognized as one of the foremost dance film festivals devoted to the art of “dance made for the screen,” announces its seventh annual month-long festival, hitting venues throughout southern California in June 2008. This film festival, which features dance media in all forms, is a unique cinematic experience that focuses on the intersection of cinematography and choreography.

Liza Minnelli Introduced At Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame

ruzik_tuzik — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:39:59 -0500

Legendary film and stage singer and actress Liza Minnelli adds another honor to her already impressive list of accolades when she is inducted into the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame during the 2008 Hollywood Bowl Opening Night Concert, Friday, June 20, at 8:30 p.m. The ninth annual ceremony features performances by Ms. Minnelli as well as by fellow inductee and renowned flutist Sir James Galway.

Los Angeles Philharmonic Association Honored Liza Minnelli, Sir James Galway, B.B. King

ruzik_tuzik — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:36:01 -0500

Summer officially kicks off with a nonstop evening of singing, dancing and celebrating at Opening Night at the Hollywood Bowl 2008, Friday, June 20, at 8:30 p.m. The high-energy benefit concert showcases the Ninth Annual Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame induction ceremony presenting performances from legendary music honorees Liza Minnelli, Sir James Galway and B.B. King.

Enjoy Dance Camera West Media Film Festival

ruzik_tuzik — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:47:38 -0500

Dance Camera West (DCW), internationally recognized as one of the foremost dance film festivals devoted to the art of “dance made for the screen,” announces its seventh annual month-long festival, hitting venues throughout southern California in June 2008. This film festival, which features dance media in all forms, is a unique cinematic experience that focuses on the intersection of cinematography and choreography.

Downtown L.A. Garment District Fire

admin_huliq — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 13:16:36 -0500

Fire engulfed a two-story building in the garment district of downtown Los Angeles early this morning.