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The #Inheriting podcast from LAist Studios has been named a finalist in the Signal Awards! Our show all about AAPI families and how one event can ripple through generations is competing in the Limited Series & Specials, History category — and the vote is up to you! Voting is open today through October 17. Click here: https://lnkd.in/g3RWDXip And if you haven't yet listened to 'Inheriting,' go to laist.com/inheriting to find all 10 episodes.

The Local Public Schools Funding Authority — yes, that's a real thing — is asking South Bay voters to approve an $89 million bond to support the Centinela Valley Union High School District through increased property taxes. ?? https://ow.ly/8Z0g50TMgaM ?? Mariana Dale

The Arcadia Unified School District is asking voters to approve a property tax increase to fund $358 million in renovation and repair projects. At least 55% of voters need to approve Measure AS for it to pass: https://ow.ly/ht0f50TMfOu

The Antelope Valley Joint Union High School District is asking voters to approve a property tax increase to fund $398 million in renovation and repair projects. At least 55% of voters need to approve Measure AVH for it to pass: https://ow.ly/2lCw50TMcTu

Ever wonder why it seems like L.A. is building so many luxury apartments? Or why there isn’t enough affordable housing, even though everybody talks about needing more? LAist’s new newsletter series Building Your Block is here to help answer these questions and a lot more. Think of it as a starter pack for understanding the big picture of L.A.’s housing crisis. ?? https://ow.ly/TSRU50TMbS9 ?? Brianna Lee

It's not always easy to understand your election ballot. LAist is here to help! 'AirTalk' host Larry Mantle and a panel of expert guests will walk you through the basics of all of the state-wide props and more. Join us TONIGHT at The Crawford in Pasadena if you can, or watch virtually. Get tickets and info here: https://ow.ly/BcVK50TM2ag

Today's headlines: https://ow.ly/AHHk50TLX61 - Governor Newsom signed a law yesterday aimed at lowering gas prices, calling out big oil companies for lying to consumers. - A progressive L.A. City Council candidate has high hopes for this November. - A vending machine that feeds your imagination.

Election day is just around the corner, with vote-by-mail ballots on the way to homes next month. We know it’s not always easy to navigate these propositions on your own. The good news is there’s still time to study up. Get your notepads and pencils ready — it’s time for a one-hour cram session. ??? Tuesday, October 15, 2024 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM ?? The Crawford, 474 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena ??? Preferred $15, Pay What You Choose, Livestream ?? https://ow.ly/Aklz50TLhBa

Intuit Dome's inaugural home game is tonight, so here's our handy guide to navigating L.A.'s newest arena. ?? Gavin J. Quinton ?? Brian Feinzimer/ LAist

Maybe you’ve had your costume ready for months or you’ll just dig around in the closet at the last minute, leaving you time to check out some of the best things to do this week. ?? https://ow.ly/9Nte50TL1zj ?? Laura Hertzfeld