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CBD butt balm, charcoal cheese and other ridiculous wellness products are losing their luster as Gen Z shoppers exhibit a more critical eye.

Beverly Hills Car Club and co-owner Alex Manos have built a following, but lawsuits accuse the dealership of selling vehicles with undisclosed damage, defective parts or other issues.

The murky provenance of high-end jewelry and the earrings that became a plot point in the downfall of high-flying lawyer Tom Girardi, husband of “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” reality star Erika Jayne.

A Times investigation draws on newly revealed records about Tom Girardi’s legal practice, opening a window onto the secretive world of private judges.

Two Times reporters investigated a discredited ex-doctor for allegedly practicing medicine without a license. Wild claims, a restraining order, and a court date followed.

The 60 Best Places to See Stand-Up Comedy in L.A.

Good communication is crucial in setting clear friendship boundaries, but it’s just the beginning.

Trees may not be able to solve all our problems but they can offer a reprieve on hot summer days.

Craving some one-on-one time with a friend? Take them to one of these SoCal spots.

Riding a soft-top surfboard used to be only for beginners. Now everyone, from weekend warriors to pro surfers, is using soft-top boards.