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Stories

From local heroes to neighborhood wins, these stories highlight the people and projects helping Los Angeles recover and move forward—proof that even after tough times, good things are growing.

Jebian Family Interview

Rebuilding doesn’t always start with walls, sometimes it starts with what’s still standing, what’s still growing, and who’s still there beside you 🌱

Celebrating 25 Years of Paliskates

For over 25 years, Paliskates has been more than just a skate shop in the Pacific Palisades, it’s been a space for community, creativity, and connection.

Wood Family Homecoming

Welcome HOME, Wood Family 🏡💛

From Altadena, With Love: Darlene Greene

Introducing a new letter series for our community: From Altadena, With Love 💌

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Genesis Homeowner’s Rebuilding Final

A new foundation often begins with a single moment ✨

Builders Alliance LA

LA’s Builders Alliance: Building What’s Next

The Builders Alliance portal can help make one part of rebuilding a little easier, bringing vetted builders, home designs, and clear information into one place, so you are not left searching on your own or piecing things together from different sources.

We Out Here Altadena: What are helpful ways people can show up for their community?

How do you show up for your community in times of need?

We Out Here Altadena: What does showing up for your community mean to you?

We caught up with our friends at We Out Here Altadena to hear why they continue showing up week after week to support their neighbors during this time of rebuilding and recovery

Small Business Grants Available for LA County Locals

LA County’s Small Business Mobility Fund, led by the Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity , is providing $5,000 to $10,000 in grants to help entrepreneurs start, relocate, rebuild, or grow brick-and-mortar businesses.

Hidden Heroes: Jasmine Shupper

Hear from Jasmine Shupper, founder of Greenline Housing Foundation, on why this work matters and what it means to protect Altadena’s future.

Power Up Altadena! Brings Hope, Music, and Community

Power Up Altadena! was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we come together to create and connect with community.

Palisades’ Community Rising Picnic: A day of healing, remembrance, and community.

The Community Rising Picnic, hosted by the Office of Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, offered a meaningful space for neighbors to pause, connect, and begin healing together ✨

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