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5 Landmarks You Need to Visit in South LA

South LA is not known for high rises, but it does have some landmarks worth admiring. Continue reading 5 Landmarks You Need to Visit in South LA

Unknown's avatarEric CraigJune 29, 2021November 28, 2022Leave a comment
South LA Food

How South LA’s Hotville Chicken Weathered the COVID-19 Pandemic

Recently, I had the pleasure to speak with Kim Prince, the owner of Hotville Chicken in the Crenshaw District. Continue reading How South LA’s Hotville Chicken Weathered the COVID-19 Pandemic

Unknown's avatarEric CraigJune 29, 2021March 25, 20221 Comment
South LA Parks

A Look at the Norman O. Houston Park in Baldwin Hills

Nestled between the busy intersection of La Brea Avenue and Stocker Street, you’ll find this cozy community space in Baldwin Hills. Continue reading A Look at the Norman O. Houston Park in Baldwin Hills

Unknown's avatarEric CraigMay 12, 2021January 30, 2025Leave a comment
Quick Facts

The Top 5 Worst Intersections in South LA

Today we’re going to step away from history and food and talk about something real: Traffic.  Continue reading The Top 5 Worst Intersections in South LA

Unknown's avatarEric CraigMay 7, 2021March 25, 2022Leave a comment
South LA Homebuying

South LA Homes: What $500K Actually Buys You

A half a million dollars is a lot of money for a house. But is that even enough to get you a home worth living in, in South LA? Continue reading South LA Homes: What $500K Actually Buys You

Unknown's avatarEric CraigMay 2, 2021March 25, 2022Leave a comment
South LA History

The Dunbar Hotel History: Its Rise, Fall, and Rebirth

A former high-end hotel with a booming nightclub right here in South LA? Yep. And, boy, does structure have a story that  you need to know. Continue reading The Dunbar Hotel History: Its Rise, Fall, and Rebirth

Unknown's avatarEric CraigMay 1, 2021January 30, 20255 Comments
South LA Food

Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner in Watts / Willowbrook in South LA

We looked for good food, good reviews, and a little bit of experimentation. Here’s what we found. Continue reading Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner in Watts / Willowbrook in South LA

Unknown's avatarEric CraigMarch 25, 2021January 30, 2025Leave a comment
South LA Parks

Augustus F. Hawkins Nature Park: South LA’s Hidden Gem

Believe it or not, South LA is home to several large and beautiful parks. And this hidden, 20-year-old gem near the Florence-Firestone neighborhood is no different. Continue reading Augustus F. Hawkins Nature Park: South LA’s Hidden Gem

Unknown's avatarEric CraigMarch 8, 2021January 30, 2025Leave a comment
South la high schools

How John C. Fremont High School Shaped its Surrounding Neighborhood

Many people might know this school as a present day minority serving institution, but there’s a lot more to the story than this. Continue reading How John C. Fremont High School Shaped its Surrounding Neighborhood

Unknown's avatarEric CraigMarch 4, 2021March 26, 20222 Comments
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Valentine’s Day in South LA: 5 Date Ideas You Need to Try

Want to date in South LA? Here’s a short list of the best date ideas you can try this Valentine’s day in South LA. Continue reading Valentine’s Day in South LA: 5 Date Ideas You Need to Try

Unknown's avatarEric CraigFebruary 10, 2021January 30, 2025Leave a comment

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