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Leo Limon, the artist known for his paintings of cats on drains, discussing the prevention of graffiti and his personal work.
Writer and kayaker George Wolfe discussing the importance of accessibility and recreation to the Los Angeles River.
Shelly Backlar, Executive Director of Friends of the Los Angeles River, discusses the history and future revitalization of the Los Angeles River.
The Departures team collected stories from Elysian Valley residents about their experiences as a child with the Los Angeles River.
Mia Lehrer sees urban planning as a tool to improve environmental and social issues and the L.A. River is the perfect opportunity to exercise this vision.
Merrill Butler, one of LA's preeminent engineers, once described the Glendale-Hyperion viaduct as "an architectural jewel in a landscape setting."
JJ Hoffman, bicycle advocate and organizer of the Los Angeles River Ride, discussing bicycling along the Los Angeles River.
When Griffith D. Compton donated his land to incorporate and create the city of Compton in 1889, he stipulated that a certain acreage be zoned for agricultural purposes only, and Richland Farms was born.
The art and film festival hosted by The California Endowment showcased how stories have the power to help individuals and groups re-imagine the narratives about their communities.
Edgar Garcia grew up in Lincoln Heights near the Main Street bridge, appreciating the bridges and the river underneath them since he was a kid. As the…
A division of the Los Angeles Fire Department, the Swiftwater Rescue team responds to disaster emergencies along the Los Angeles River. The program has several "drop sites" built along the river, allowing rescue workers to throw inflatable devices to v...
Artist Brett Goldstone talking about using the Los Angeles River for inspiration and as a canvas for art installations and experiences.
