Tag: Los Angeles Times

Opinion: Fentanyl could fuel another cycle of loss in L.A.'s Black communities. It doesn't have to

The death of a parent is typically a gutting and disorienting experience for adults. For a child, it’s even worse, stoking feelings...

The desperate hours: a pro baseball pitcher's fentanyl overdose

Not many victims of the opioid crisis in America make national headlines. Tyler Skaggs was different.The 27-year-old was a professional athlete, a...

Too much screen time harms children, experts agree. So why do parents ignore them?

Parents are bombarded with a dizzying list of orders when it comes to screen time and young children: No screens for babies...

L.A. County plans to put $5 million toward wiping out medical debt

Los Angeles County is moving forward with a pilot program to relieve medical debt for struggling residents, setting aside $5 million for...

L.A.'s newest dinosaur has its forever name

The people have spoken, and L.A.’s newest Jurassic-era resident has its forever name.Dinosaur fans who responded to the museum’s request for input...

Disneyland with a preschooler? 7 genius tips for avoiding meltdowns (and bankruptcy)

When you figure in the high cost, endless lines, height restrictions and miles of walking, does it ever make sense to take...