Most Californians don't own a home until 47. What that says about the CA Dream

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More than an internet star: the life & legacy of Big Bear’s famous eagle Jackie

The death of Jackie signals the end of her story with Shadow – as well as for Big Bear Lake, and for millions of fans who followed the eagles’ saga on livestream for years. LAist reporter Makenna Cramer joins Imperfect Paradise to examine how the eagles turned the tides for a fig ...  Show more

After two years of progress, homelessness went up in LA. Why?

Homelessness increased in Los Angeles this year following two previous years of declines, according to the recently released 2026 “point-in-time” homeless count. It’s a setback for the region, and for L.A. Mayor Karen Bass who’s touted prior declines as evidence that her approach ...  Show more

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