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The Daily Brief: Are L.A. County's Beaches Safe? St. Patty's Day Celebrations in L.A., and more.
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Good Afternoon! It’s Friday, March 14.
With a high of 51°, we will have occasional light rain throughout the day in Los Angeles.
Are L.A. County's Beaches Safe?
A new report from Heal the Bay reveals dangerous levels of metals including aluminum, iron, selenium, and manganese in L.A. County's coastal waters. This warning follows the aftermath of January's wildfires and challenges official statements from the county that recently conducted tests finding no human health threats. Severe Santa Ana winds forecasted to hit 100 mph may exacerbate the existing hazard by dispersing wildfire debris further. Residents are advised to avoid beaches from Las Flores to Santa Monica State Beach due to high contamination levels.

Are Massive Lawsuit Settlements Pushing L.A. Toward a Financial Emergency?
L.A. faces a daunting financial challenge as lawsuit settlements approach $320 million this year. With reserves shrinking, city officials warn of possible emergency measures. Can L.A. navigate through these financial issues without sacrificing essential services?
L.A. Woman: Baby2Baby Co-CEOs Kelly Sawyer Patricof and Norah Weinstein
Meet the dynamic duo behind Baby2Baby: Kelly Sawyer Patricof and Norah Weinstein are transforming lives one diaper at a time. With over 450 million items donated and continuous advocacy for more accessible essentials, they’re reshaping the nonprofit landscape. Discover their impactful journey and ongoing community efforts that continue to make Los Angeles, and beyond, a better place.
Hearts Ablaze: The L.A. Women Who Turned Wildfire Tragedy into Triumph
When their city faced devastating wildfires, these L.A. women turned crisis into compassion. Discover how Avery Colvert and others mobilized relief efforts that transformed lives and provided hope in hardship.
Yangban's Katianna Hong Represents L.A. on 'Top Chef'
Curious about where a pioneer in modern Korean-American cuisine eats in LA? Chef Katianna Hong shares her favorite restaurants, serving unforgettable dishes like coco mango salad and tender braised black cod. See which local spots have captured her culinary heart.
St. Patty's Day Celebrations in L.A. to Make You Green with Envy
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style with a plethora of events across Los Angeles! From dining at Alma Cocina de Mexico to enjoying live music at Brennan’s and savoring gourmet French fries in an engaging tournament at CHAIN, the city has something for everyone. Round up your friends and dive into L.A.’s festive flair!


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