L.A. Material Archive

Chimp change

Plus, a fight in Inglewood, a studio for microdramas, and hopes for the Iranian National soccer team

Be The Savior of the Left: Raman Campaign Urged Huang to Drop Out

In an effort to consolidate support on the left, Nithya Raman’s campaign staff pushed activist Rae Huang to drop out. Huang refused.

‘The Hills’ cast and crew on Pratt’s mayoral bid

Plus, Bass vies for Latino voters, Dudamel’s successor is announced and a strange storm drain saga.

'He’s Kind of an Evil Genius'

'The Hills' cast and crew weigh Spencer Pratt for mayor.

Where Bass Is Winning

The mayor is attracting the support of Latino voters — and her allies are spending heavily to make sure they turn out.

A content creator’s guide to the new LACMA galleries

Plus, a week of election chaos, an architectural marvel in Pasadena and more.

A TikTok Creator’s Review of LACMA’s David Geffen Galleries

But, like, where can you get the cutest pic for Insta?

This week's Material

Meet the Dems backing Spencer Pratt

Plus, pricier insurance, new Michelin restaurants, and a city budget criticized over its lackluster fire department spending.