Development
Clifton's unveiled: Renovation to begin on forest-themed cafeteria
By Hayley Fox — February 08, 2012
The original facade of Clifton's was unveiled today for the first time in about 50 years, kick-starting a new era for this woodsy Downtown favorite. Now begins the renovation process.
Future LA Convention Center to expand over Pico; but doesn't it do that already?
By Hayley Fox — February 07, 2012 — 4 Comments
Plans for the redesign of the L.A. Convention Center include expanding over Pico Boulevard - which the center already does. We explain what the differences will be.
A peek inside the future of the Regent Theater: A little rock 'n' roll and a lot of restaurant
By Hayley Fox — February 07, 2012 — 5 Comments
At a meeting for Downtown residents last weekend, Eastside entrepreneur Mitchell Frank revealed plans for the future of the Regent Theater. Drawings indicate a restaurant, large theater and video games are all a part of the plan.
Mind the green paint! City crews to test new materials for Downtown bike lanes
By Hayley Fox — February 06, 2012 — 4 Comments
The green, Spring Street bike lane installed last year has not stood the test of time. Because of varying factors, some of the lane's paint didn't stick and crews will be returning this weekend to test new materials.
Regional Connector project promises 'one seat' ride; review process begins
By Hayley Fox — January 30, 2012 — 6 Comments
The Regional Connector project is reaching its final stages of review, and this light rail expansion will bring three new stations to Downtown L.A. The new stops will allow passengers a "one seat ride" from East L.A. to Santa Monica.
Ross, the discount clothing chain, to set up shop in historic Woolworth's location
By Hayley Fox — January 17, 2012 — 1 Comment
A 39,000-square-feet Ross Dress for Less is moving into the former Woolworth's department store building on Broadway. The new discount retailer is expected to create up to 50 new jobs.
Construction to begin on $160-million One Santa Fe
By Hayley Fox — January 13, 2012 — 1 Comment
After years of delay, the $160-million One Santa Fe project is getting set to break ground after a cash infusion from Magic Johnson's real estate company.
By Hayley Fox — January 12, 2012 — 2 Comments
The luxuries of the Westside continue to creep eastward, as a new upscale gym, Equinox Health and Fitness, is slotted to appear on Flower Street between 4th and 5th streets.
City Hall lawn faces three different fates; sustainability ongoing concern
By Hayley Fox — January 11, 2012 — 1 Comment
The L.A. Department of Recreation and Parks presented the public with three options for the future redesign of the City Hall lawn last night.
City plans clean-up of scorched LAPD lawn
By Hayley Fox — December 29, 2011 — 8 Comments
Volunteer clean-ups have helped maintain and beautify the lawn outside the shiny new LAPD headquarters on Spring Street. The city has recently pledged to pitch in.
Smaller 8th and Grand Set to Move Forward
By Eric Richardson — December 12, 2011 — 11 Comments
Sonny Astani's 8th and Grand condos were once slated to rise as high as 38 stories. Now, the project is again moving forward, but with less units and a fraction of the height.
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