L.A. Material Archive

How did the 2025 L.A. raids compare to Biden’s ICE operations?

Plus, a funding cut for homeless services, disappearing paintings, and some things to do this weekend.

Inside the Turbulent Departure of USC’s Business School Dean

Geoffrey Garrett was once one of USC’s most high-profile leaders. He was toppled by a faculty coup.

The World Cup has arrived in L.A.

Plus, SoFi parking woes and L.A. Material’s own Culinary Cup.

So You've Made The Insane Decision to Drive to the World Cup

Where to park your car without paying exorbitant prices

Karen Bass' brother sues her city

Plus, a murder mystery sex boat, Nick Reiner's money problems and a long-awaited verdict.

All Aboard the Murder Mystery Yacht Orgy

Sex, status, and stagecraft collide on a night at one of L.A.’s ticketed "play parties."

Karen Bass' Brother Sues City After Home Burned in Palisades Fire

Ken Bass' longtime Malibu home was leveled by flames. Now he's suing the city his sister leads.

The registrar fights back