Valentine's Day and Ash Wednesday collide: When love meets Lent

Ash Wednesday and Valentine's Day fall on the same day this year – a day of indulgence meeting a day of abstaining.

Mardi Gras Photos: New Orleans bids another joyous ‘Fat Tuesday’ farewell to Carnival season

New Orleans bade a typically joyous goodbye to Carnival season Tuesday with Mardi Gras parades, street parties and what amounted to a massive outdoor costume festival around the bars and restaurants in the French Quarter.

Sweethearts candy: History of the classic conversation hearts

Sweethearts candy — love ‘em or hate ‘em — are a staple on Valentine’s Day. Their origin dates back to a pharmacist in the 1800s.

Send St. Jude Valentine’s Day cards to children this holiday

St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital is accepting virtual Valentine’s Day cards from those interested in bringing a smile to a patient this holiday.

Making truffles at Centennial Farm
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Join chef Vina at Centennial Farm for a delightful two-hour journey into chocolate making. Perfect for Valentine's Day, you'll learn to craft exquisite ganache, decorate with gourmet toppings and roll your own truffles.

Love in the states: WalletHub ranks best and worst states for singles in 2024

As Valentine's Day approaches, the quest for love intensifies across the nation. WalletHub's latest survey unveils the romantic landscapes of America, pinpointing the best and worst states for singles.

Pasadena rings in New Year with 2024 Rose Parade

The 135th annual Tournament of Roses Parade featured 39 decorated floats, 20 marching bands, as well as equestrian units and live entertainment.

Disneyland Lunar New Year 2024 food to celebrate Year of the Dragon

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Disneyland Resort and Disney California Adventure Park with some delicious eats and drinks exclusive to the Anaheim theme parks starting Jan. 23.

Martin Luther King Day 2024: Thousands celebrate across LA

Martin Luther King Jr. Day was marked Monday by the 39th Kingdom Day Parade, service projects, a festival in Leimert Park and a Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels.

25th annual MLK Day of Service in OC
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Community Action Partnership of Orange County hosts the 25th Annual MLK Jr. Day of Service.

Here are 5 things to know about MLK Jr. and the legacy of the civil rights icon

Dive into the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement. Explore his journey from challenging segregation to advocating for justice and equality.

What's open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2024

As the nation celebrates the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., these are the places that are open and closed in your area on Jan. 15.

Los Angeles New Year's Eve 'ball drop' tradition goes viral

Ringing in the new year at the annual smoking deaths billboard in West Los Angeles has become a local tradition over the years.

Metro offers free bus, rail rides on New Year's Eve

Looking for a ride this New Year's Eve? Metro's offering free bus and rail rides for free starting at 9 p.m.

New Year's Eve: Major cities ring in 2024 as war shadows festivities elsewhere

Cities like Sydney and Hong Kong rang in 2024 with dazzling displays. Celebrations elsewhere are canceled because of wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.