Los Angeles Downtown News

The website & newspaper for Downtown Los Angeles covering news, culture, food & drink, arts, and events.

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Wonder what's happening in your favorite city? Check out all the news and events happening in Downtown LA by clicking here!

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Talking With Outgoing Convention Center Boss Bud Ovrom

Los Angeles Convention Center head Bud Ovrom is retiring next month after being in public service for decades. We sat down with him to talk about the future of the DTLA venue, whether AEG could be taking over a massive redevelopment, and why the city needs tourism growth.

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Mozart's 'Abduction' on the Orient Express

"The Abduction From the Seraglio" is a lesser-known opera from Mozart, but one distinguished by intensely difficult singing and a rousing tale of a young man rescuing his lover. The LA Opera production brings a twist: The setting is moved from the 16th century into the Roaring '20s. To read all about the show, click here!

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The L&R Group of Companies filed plans yesterday with the city for a 52-story high-rise at 1600 S. Figueroa St. The tower would hold a 250-room hotel, 202 condominiums, 134 apartments and other elements. The design from the firm Gensler shows four different design elements in the building, including a large open chasm in the middle of the structure.

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Want to win a pair of tickets to see “Bastards” at Regal Cinemas LA Live? Then head over to our Facebook page for your chance to enter! Go to our page, here!

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There's still time to enter our Love Story/Worst Date contest! For your chance to win some amazing prizes, all you have to do is email your story to us at: [email protected]!

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Want to win a pair of tickets for you and a friend to See “Resident Evil: The Final Chapter” at Regal Cinemas? The head over to our Facebook page to enter, here!

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This past weekend was the eventful Women's March LA! To see our full gallery of images from the day, click here!

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Mark your calendars, Bringing Back Broadway is coming Saturday January 28!

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If you need a haircut or a shave to get ready for the holiday, Bolt Barbers is the place to go! Visit them at 460 S Spring Street!

Photo Credit: BoltBarbers

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Holiday parties are in full effect and if you need a new suit, then check out Morovati Uomo at 816 S Los Angeles Street!

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Not sure what to make for the holidays? Pick up one the great cookbooks from The Library Store and get ready to win over everyone's taste buds!

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Don't stress yourself with all the shopping you have to do this holiday season. Instead driving all over Downtown LA, go to the shops at FIGat7th and get all the gifts you need in one place!

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Book lovers, there's a haven for you in Downtown LA and it's in Hennessey + Ingalls Bookstore! Stop by the store and prepare to spend hours exploring all the pages of books you quickly love!

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No holiday plans? We have a few for you! Check out our holiday event round up here!

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Whether you’re looking for the perfect pair of trainers to glide across the pavement on your daily run or simply stylin’ as you pad around town, everyone needs cool new kicks for the winter. The premium selection of footwear for men and women from Adidas, Nike, Jordan, Vans and Puma found at Nice Kicks will keep walkers well-heeled from toe to ankle. The iconic “cube” building on the edge of the Fashion District at Ninth and Main streets is a one-stop source for footwear and athletic apparel from 10 Deep, I Love Ugly, Nike, Puma, Fenty and more. At 862 Main St., nicekicks.com. 

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Pop into Raw Materials Art Supplies and you’ll find a wide array of fine art goods for every type of artist, including architectural supplies, adult coloring books, canvases and custom framing in the heart of Gallery Row in historic Downtown. You’ll also be tempted to peruse the aisles for lovely notebooks, pens and coveted materials to make hand-crafted gifts, cards, signs and presentations. More than 90% of their products are priced below suggested retail. For gift ideas check out Wonton’s Holiday Gift Guide, favorites from our store mascot. At 436 S. Main St., rawmaterialsla.com.