Brittany Hollindale

Hello, I'm Brittany Hollindale, and I write for LA Today in Los Angeles, California. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master's degree from the University of Washington, where I specialized in digital media and investigative reporting. I'm driven by a passion for telling stories that resonate with our community, from in-depth investigations to vibrant features on LA's diverse culture. In my free time, I enjoy exploring the city's art scene, attending local theater productions, and discovering new favorite spots in Los Angeles's eclectic neighborhoods. Thank you for reading my work and engaging with the stories that make our community unique

Cal Med Cuisine & Sustainability Drive Los Angeles' Mid 2025 Dining Boom

Cal-Med Cuisine & Sustainability Drive Los Angeles’ Mid-2025 Dining Boom

LOS ANGELES – A distinctive culinary evolution is sweeping across Los Angeles, with a burgeoning trend dubbed \”Cal-Med\” fusion redefining the city’s vibrant dining landscape. As of mid-2025, this movement, which seamlessly blends Southern California’s rich bounty of seasonal and sustainable produce with the timeless techniques and healthful flavors of Mediterranean cooking, is not merely…

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Global Superstar Aurora Spectrum Joins Pacific Soundscape Festival in Downtown LA, Boosted by City Arts Funding

Global Superstar Aurora Spectrum Joins Pacific Soundscape Festival in Downtown LA, Boosted by City Arts Funding

Los Angeles, CA – Organizers of the Pacific Soundscape Festival announced a significant enhancement to their 2025 lineup today, revealing that multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Aurora Spectrum has been added as a headliner. Spectrum is confirmed to perform a highly anticipated, exclusive Los Angeles date on Saturday, October 11th, during the three-day event….

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Global Streaming King: Nova Reign Leads Billboard's New All Time Ranking with 75 Billion Streams

Global Streaming King: Nova Reign Leads Billboard’s New All-Time Ranking with 75 Billion Streams

New York, NY – Pop music icon Nova Reign has achieved a historic milestone, claiming the top position in Billboard’s newly unveiled “All-Time Cumulative Artist Streams” ranking. The artist’s formidable catalogue, featuring global hits such as “Starlight Serenade,” has amassed an unprecedented figure exceeding 75 billion global streams across all official releases dating back to…

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Mayor Bass Lifts Downtown LA Curfew Following Week of Unrest Triggered by ICE Raids

Mayor Bass Lifts Downtown LA Curfew Following Week of Unrest Triggered by ICE Raids

Los Angeles, CA – Downtown Los Angeles is returning to its regular rhythm after Mayor Karen Bass announced the lifting of the city’s weeklong curfew on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. The restriction, imposed amidst intense protests following recent federal immigration raids, was removed as city officials noted a significant decline in violence and vandalism in…

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Trump Immigration Crackdown Sparks Clashes, Mass Arrests in LA and Across US Cities

Trump Immigration Crackdown Sparks Clashes, Mass Arrests in LA and Across US Cities

Amidst escalating tensions over President Donald Trump’s intensified immigration enforcement policies, protests have erupted across various U.S. cities, most notably in Los Angeles, leading to significant clashes and widespread arrests. Since Saturday alone, approximately 470 protesters in Los Angeles have been detained or arrested as demonstrations intensified. While much of the sprawling metropolis remained unaffected…

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Veridian Couture Selects Downtown LA Arts District for Highly Anticipated Resort 2026 Show

Veridian Couture Selects Downtown LA Arts District for Highly Anticipated Resort 2026 Show

Los Angeles, California – Veridian Couture, the esteemed Parisian luxury house renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and avant-garde design, has officially announced plans to stage its Resort 2026 collection presentation in Los Angeles later this year. The decision underscores the city’s accelerating ascent on the global fashion stage, signaling its growing importance not only as…

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StreamGlobal Unveils October 15 Premiere and First Teaser for 'Chronicles of Eldoria' Sci Fi Saga

StreamGlobal Unveils October 15 Premiere and First Teaser for ‘Chronicles of Eldoria’ Sci-Fi Saga

StreamGlobal, the global streaming giant, today announced the highly anticipated worldwide premiere date for its original sci-fi drama series, “Chronicles of Eldoria”. The ambitious adaptation is set to debut on October 15, 2025. Alongside this crucial date reveal, the platform also released the inaugural official teaser trailer for the series, offering viewers and dedicated fans…

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ICE Immigration Raids Spark Protests, Clashes Near Los Angeles' MacArthur Park; 15 Arrested

ICE Immigration Raids Spark Protests, Clashes Near Los Angeles’ MacArthur Park; 15 Arrested

Los Angeles, CA – The city of Los Angeles was the scene of significant civil unrest and clashes on June 9, 2025, following early morning immigration enforcement actions conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The operation, officially titled ‘Operation Citadel Secure 2025’, targeted several neighborhoods known for their large immigrant populations, including Pico-Union…

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StreamFlix Unveils 'Cosmic Dawn' Premiere Date, Strikes Major Exclusive Deal with Nebula Studios

StreamFlix Unveils ‘Cosmic Dawn’ Premiere Date, Strikes Major Exclusive Deal with Nebula Studios

StreamFlix Announces Key Strategic Moves: ‘Cosmic Dawn’ Premiere and Landmark Nebula Studios Partnership StreamFlix, a leading global streaming entertainment service, today announced significant developments poised to shape its content landscape and subscriber offerings in the coming years. Headlining these announcements is the highly anticipated global premiere date for its original science fiction epic, ‘Cosmic Dawn’….

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Cosmic Saga: Nexus Launches with Staggering $350M Global Box Office Opening, Shatters Studio Record

Cosmic Saga: Nexus Launches with Staggering $350M Global Box Office Opening, Shatters Studio Record

“Cosmic Saga: Nexus” Dominates Global Box Office with Massive Opening Global Pictures’ highly anticipated sequel, “Cosmic Saga: Nexus”, has achieved a spectacular financial debut, earning an estimated $350 million at the global box office during its opening week. Since its worldwide release on May 31, 2025, the film has made a colossal splash in the…

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