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How artists transformed a former hospital in Los Angeles to examine human emotions

How artists transformed a former hospital in Los Angeles to examine human emotions

The St. Vincent Behavioral Health Campus in Los Angeles was built in 1856 and has been closed since 2020
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Los Angeles Homelessness Rises as New Data Highlights Contributing Factors

Los Angeles Homelessness Rises as New Data Highlights Contributing Factors

Aaron Schrank, a health and housing reporter at LAist, has reported on new data from the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority indicating a rise in homelessness across Los Angeles County. The report highlights several factors contributing to this increase, including economic challenges, housing shortages, and systemic issues within the region. Schrank's analysis provides insight into the complex dynamics at play, emphasizing the need for comprehensive solutions to address the growing crisis.
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Los Angeles Installs Over 1,000 Air Conditioning Units in Public Housing to Combat Extreme Heat

Los Angeles Installs Over 1,000 Air Conditioning Units in Public Housing to Combat Extreme Heat

The Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA) has installed 1,066 air conditioning units in public housing as part of the city's Heat Mitigation Home Improvement Program. Announced by Mayor Karen Bass and Rep. Maxine Waters, the initiative aims to protect residents from extreme heat and reduce energy costs. The units were funded through federal Community Project funding secured by Waters and are part of a broader effort to enhance climate resilience in Los Angeles. The program leverages rebates from the Department of Water and Power's Cool LA initiative to purchase the units in bulk.
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Artist Betye Saar, whose work reflects Black identity, has died at 99

Artist Betye Saar, whose work reflects Black identity, has died at 99

Artist Betye Saar has died in Los Angeles at 99
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MINIMO Contemporary Opens in Salt Lake City with 'Prayers for Rain' Installation

MINIMO Contemporary Opens in Salt Lake City with 'Prayers for Rain' Installation

MINIMO Contemporary Opens in Salt Lake City with 'Prayers for Rain' Installation
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Betye Saar, Pioneering Black Artist, Dies at 99

Betye Saar, Pioneering Black Artist, Dies at 99

Betye Saar, a leading figure in the Black arts movement, has passed away at the age of 99 in Los Angeles. Known for her assemblage art, Saar reclaimed Jim Crow-era memorabilia, transforming them into powerful symbols of Black liberation. Her work, including the iconic 'The Liberation of Aunt Jemima,' challenged racist stereotypes and inspired the Black women's movement. Saar's career spanned over seven decades, during which she also explored themes of family, spirituality, and cultural identity through various artistic mediums.
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Betye Saar, Groundbreaking Black Artist, Dies at 99

Betye Saar, Groundbreaking Black Artist, Dies at 99

Betye Saar, a pioneering figure in the Black arts movement, has died at the age of 99 in Los Angeles. Known for her assemblage art, Saar reclaimed Jim Crow-era memorabilia, transforming them into powerful symbols of Black liberation. Her work, including the iconic 'The Liberation of Aunt Jemima,' challenged racist stereotypes and inspired the Black women's movement. Saar's career spanned over seven decades, during which she also explored themes of family, spirituality, and cultural identity through various artistic mediums.
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Artist Betye Saar, whose work reflected Black identity, has died at 99

Artist Betye Saar, whose work reflected Black identity, has died at 99

Artist Betye Saar has died in Los Angeles at 99
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Los Angeles Warehouse Faces Fines for Unsanitary Conditions Post-Fire

Los Angeles Warehouse Faces Fines for Unsanitary Conditions Post-Fire

Lineage Logistics has been fined by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health for unsanitary conditions at its fire-damaged warehouse in Boyle Heights. The facility, which suffered a significant fire, has been plagued by issues such as decaying food waste, fly infestations, and foul odors affecting nearby neighborhoods. The company is tasked with removing approximately 85 million pounds of rotting food and implementing measures to control pests and odors. Despite ongoing cleanup efforts, the situation has drawn scrutiny from both health and air quality regulators.
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Los Angeles Warehouse Fined for Unsanitary Conditions Affecting Local Community

Los Angeles Warehouse Fined for Unsanitary Conditions Affecting Local Community

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has fined Lineage Logistics due to unsanitary conditions at its fire-damaged warehouse in Boyle Heights. The facility, which suffered a fire, has been the source of significant community distress due to the presence of rats, swarms of flies, and the pervasive odor of rotting food. The department issued a citation requiring the removal of approximately 85 million pounds of decaying food, elimination of fly breeding sources, and implementation of vector-control measures. The fine, set at $500 per day, will continue until the company complies with the health department's requirements. Lineage Logistics has acknowledged the scale of the cleanup effort and is working to address the issues, including installing fly bait stations and distributing fly traps to residents. The company has also been tasked with removing the food waste within a 45-day deadline, as ordered by Mayor Karen Bass.
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Lineage Says Nearly Half of Boyle Heights Warehouse Food Waste Has Been Removed

Lineage Says Nearly Half of Boyle Heights Warehouse Food Waste Has Been Removed

Lineage, the operator of a cold food storage warehouse in Boyle Heights, has announced significant progress in cleaning up the site following a fire last month. The company has cleared nearly half of the food waste and sealed it in deodorized containers for offsite transport. This update follows citations from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health for rodent and pest control violations, and orders from the South Coast Air Quality Management District to address foul odors after receiving over 900 complaints. Lineage plans to begin scraping and power washing the concrete slab, with demolition and cleanup expected to be largely complete soon. The company is also removing the wall separating burned and unburned sections to expedite the cleanup, which may temporarily increase odors. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has set a 45-day timeline for the removal of biohazardous waste. Lineage has donated $2.5 million in aid to affected residents, including air purifiers and housing vouchers.