Proposed Cuts and Increased Class Sizes at LAUSD

As the Los Angeles Unified school board considers tough decisions this week, including cutting 8,400 jobs, increasing class size, and gutting offices and well-regarded programs, there's lots of frustration being voiced by parents and local school officials. Are there any lessons to be learned from the current budget crisis at LAUSD? Tell us what you think.

Temscal Pool Controversy

What do you think about the local struggle to save the YMCA Temescal Pool? Does this local fight "hold water" or should the local trying to save the pool just "throw in the towel"? Please share your thoughts.

Background on the Issue (from Friend of the Temescal Pool)

"Staycations" - The Latest Trend in The Palisades?

"Staycations" is the latest hot word in town. With the economy and all, more people are staying home. Since we live where the mountains meet the sea, are we taking advantage of all that the Palisades has to offer? What staycations are you planning for Spring and Summer breaks?