Arts & Culture
November 18, 2025
Inside Griffith Observatory: How L.A.’s “Hood Ornament” Connects Us to the Cosmos
Perched high above Los Angeles, Griffith Observatory has been inspiring wonder since 1935. Curator David Seidel and his team carry forward founder Griffith J. Griffith’s radical vision of a public observatory where anyone can look skyward — and see their place in the universe.
November 14, 2025
Affordable Housing Dominates Public Discussion at Seattle Budget Hearing
Representatives across Seattle-based nonprofits took to the mic at a recent public hearing to advocate for housing resources in the city’s 2026 budget.
November 12, 2025
‘A Space for Contemplation’: Hirshhorn Director on the Sculpture Garden’s $68M Transformation
Melissa Chiu, director of the Smithsonian’s Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, shares what to expect from the garden's renovation set to open next fall.
November 12, 2025
Florida Official Threatens School Board with Continued Oversight Over Alleged Speech Violations
The official accused the board of First Amendment violations and “dereliction of duty” after members mocked Hulk Hogan and Charlie Kirk online and tried to remove an angry parent at a meeting.
November 11, 2025
Inside Pullman Market: The Heart of San Antonio’s Pearl District
The Pearl District, complete with dining, shopping, and residential centers, is a pivotal part of what makes downtown San Antonio special. But look closer and you'll discover the community helping it thrive.