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A Bastion of Los Angeles Hippie Culture Survived the Flames

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A Bastion of Los Angeles Hippie Culture Survived the Flames

Though landmarks were lost, the tight-knit and storied community of Topanga Canyon counts its blessings.

By Guy Trebay and Sinna Nasseri

Tiny Love Stories: ‘You Have to Let Your Gut Lead’

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Tiny Love Stories: ‘You Have to Let Your Gut Lead’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

By Brian Rea

Economic Toll of Los Angeles Fires Goes Far Beyond Destroyed Homes

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Economic Toll of Los Angeles Fires Goes Far Beyond Destroyed Homes

The ongoing disaster will affect residents’ health, local industries, public budgets and the cost of housing for years to come.

By Lydia DePillis

The California FAIR Plan Faces Crucial Insurance Test

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The California FAIR Plan Faces Crucial Insurance Test

The California FAIR Plan, the state’s insurer of last resort, had just $377 million available last week to pay claims that could reach billions, officials said.

By Christopher Flavelle