LA panel approves UV plan
The plan for renovating the University Village passed the committee by a 2-0 vote.
‘Coming out’ at ’SC often a difficult task
I hated middle school. I hated high school. Many days I thought, “There has to be more to life than this.” I know I’m not alone when I say that those years could best be described as Hell on earth. But even the chubbiest, most awkward-looking black girl with blue braces probably doesn’t go through the […]
Fashion Week refreshes classic styles
Refresh your wardrobe with these designer’s suggestions from 2012’s Fashion Week.
Rapper wows on Heist
Heist, the debut LP from Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, sets a new rap standard.
HAUTE HIGHLIGHTS
Patti Smith Friday, Oct. 12 at 8 p.m. The Wiltern Since the 1978 release of her landmark album Easter, Patti Smith has exhibited photography, published poetry and released a highly acclaimed memoir, Just Kids. On Friday night, though, the multi-talented Smith puts on her (wide-brimmed) musician hat once more for a performance of her latest […]
Halycon presents dark, catchy Goulding
Though Ellie Goulding’s Halcyon shies away from the dominant dance style on Lights, the album shines with its own somber style.
Patent reform is necessary for preserving innovation
A flawed patent system allows large corporations to flourish but stymies small businesses.
Letters to the editor
Paul Ryan will repeat debate success “You’re telling me we have to go spend money to keep from going bankrupt? The answer is yes, that’s what I’m telling you.” Vice President Joe Biden’s statement epitomizes why the American people are rejecting four more years of an Obama presidency. In a substantial debate devoid of personal […]
Local newspapers should go hyperlocal
The field of journalism is changing rapidly, with social media and the Internet revolutionizing the very nature of the industry. Amid these changes, local and regional newspapers have had to significantly restructure their models to succeed in an increasingly digital world — whether that means going online completely, covering more cities than they’re capable of […]
City planning committee approves $1 billion University Village proposal
The Planning and Land Use Management committee approved Wednesday an amended proposal for renovating the University Village during a meeting at Los Angeles City Hall. Councilman Ed Reyes, a member of the committee, said USC’s cooperation led to the approval. About 200 stakeholders attended the meeting, most of whom were in support of USC’s $1 […]