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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.

Rebuilding a Family’s Dream in Altadena

Andrew Martinez reflects on losing his family’s 100-year-old home in the Eaton Fire, and why it’s so important to have the opportunity to build and grow in the community you come from.

Preserving Fire Damaged Keepsakes

LA Rises visited a conservation clinic hosted by Art Recovery LA and Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture at Altadena Library, where community members brought fire-damaged heirlooms to be cleaned and stabilized by professional conservators.

Classic Cars and Coffee in Altadena

If you haven’t been to Altadena Cars and Coffee yet, you’re missing out on one of the coolest car meetups around—and a remarkable space for wildfire survivors to come back to community again.

Back to School Shopping for Good

LA Rises’ Lena and her daughter Eva spent the day shopping for school supplies for students impacted by the wildfires.

For Survivors by Survivors: Altadena’s Community Resource Center

Congratulations to Alta Design Works on the grand opening of The Altadena Coalition’s new Community and Resource Center at 409 E Woodbury Rd, Altadena.

“Here Lay A Home” Exhibition

“Here Lay A Home” was a powerful exhibition born in response to the devastating January fires that swept through Altadena.

Altadena’s Historic Highlands

Altadena’s Historic Highlands was named the first historic district in unincorporated LA County, a huge milestone in the wake of this year’s Eaton Fire.

Volunteering with Altadena Girls Back-to-School

What’s the perfect way to spend one of our last summer weekends? For Kim Hoyos , it was volunteering with Altadena Girls for their Back-To-School event.

A Free Exhibit Celebrating Altadena’s Black Culture & Legacy

Altadena’s history lives on. As our community continues to rebuild, Ode to ’Dena at the California African American Museum was a powerful celebration of what makes Altadena so special.

Shop Local LA County – Meet Meridith Miller of Websters Pharmacy in Altadena, CA

Discover the heart behind one of Altadena’s favorite local spots—Websters Pharmacy, owned by Meridith Miller. She’s just one of many small business owners in our community who could use your support. Take the pledge to Shop Local and make a difference right here at home.

What Loma Alta Park’s Reopening Means for Coach Z & Altadena

The reopening of Loma Alta Park is a symbol of resilience and community spirit. 

SGV Habitat for Humanity brings neighbors together to rebuild Altadena

Thanks to local leaders and volunteers at SGV Habitat for Humanity’s “Walls of Hope” build event, the path to rebuilding is well underway.

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