LA Needs 60,000 Volunteers for 2028 Olympics
Los Angeles is calling all heroes: the 2028 Olympics needs 60,000 volunteers to help make the Games unforgettable. Applications opened Tuesday with Olympic legend Carl Lewis leading the charge.
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36,000 Volunteers Fed 1 Million People in LA Last Year
More than 36,000 volunteers showed up at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank last year, helping deliver food to over a million neighbors every month. Their combined efforts turned compassion into action, one packed box at a time.
LA Volunteers Collect 3 Tons of Aid for Venezuela
A downtown Los Angeles restaurant has become a humanitarian hub, with volunteers gathering 3 tons of supplies in just four days for earthquake victims in Venezuela. People from different backgrounds are uniting to support a country in crisis.
LA28 Opens Applications for 60,000 Olympic Volunteers
Los Angeles needs 60,000 volunteers to help make the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games unforgettable. Olympic legend Carl Lewis is leading the charge to find everyday heroes who want to be part of history.
World's First AI Art Museum Opens in Los Angeles
DATALAND, a groundbreaking museum dedicated entirely to AI-generated art, is opening in Los Angeles with multi-sensory exhibits that visitors can see, hear, and smell. Digital artist Refik Anadol created the immersive space that transforms environmental data into living art experiences.
LA Volunteers Remove Tons of Trash from Beaches Monthly
Thousands of volunteers across Los Angeles County are joining monthly beach cleanups that serve as the last line of defense against ocean pollution. Heal the Bay's "Nothin' But Sand" program turns cleanup data into real environmental change.
Mike Trout Staying With Angels Despite 12-Year Playoff Drought
Baseball superstar Mike Trout is doubling down on his commitment to the Los Angeles Angels, turning years of doubt into fuel for a playoff comeback. The three-time MVP says he's not taking the easy way out.
Red Cross Seeks Volunteers During National Volunteer Week
The American Red Cross is celebrating the 4,000+ Alabama volunteers who make up 90% of its workforce while recruiting helpers for roles from disaster response to blood drives. National Volunteer Week runs April 19-25. #
Angels' Jo Adell Robs 3 Home Runs in One Game
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jo Adell pulled off a defensive feat that left baseball legends speechless: robbing three home runs in a single game, including a jaw-dropping catch that sent him tumbling into the stands. The historic performance powered the Angels to a 1-0 victory and earned praise as possibly the greatest defensive game ever played.
Angels Win With Walk-Off Homer After Being No-Hit Into 9th
The Los Angeles Angels broke up a no-hitter and won the game with just two hits in the final inning. Zach Neto's two-run homer turned a potential shutout into a stunning 2-1 victory.
Snow Angels Need Volunteers to Help Seniors This Winter
A volunteer program that clears snow for seniors and people with disabilities is struggling to find enough helpers this winter. Right now, 75 people in Greenburgh, New York need assistance as heavy snowfall continues to hit the Hudson Valley.
Purple Angels: 70 Years of Hospital Volunteers Going Strong
A dedicated team of hospital volunteers in Fayette County, Texas has served their community for nearly seven decades and is ready to bring their compassion to a brand new hospital opening soon.
Angels Win 8-0 Honoring Legend Garret Anderson's Legacy
The Los Angeles Angels honored Hall of Famer Garret Anderson with memorial patches and an emotional 8-0 victory, just days after the beloved former player passed away at 53. The tribute reminded everyone that Anderson's greatest legacy wasn't just his record-breaking stats, but the kindness and integrity he showed every single day.
Soldiers' Angels Seeks Volunteers in 15+ U.S. Cities
Across America, volunteers are bringing warmth and connection to military families and veterans through hands-on service opportunities. From packing care packages to hosting coffee cart events at VA hospitals, these everyday heroes are making a tangible difference in their communities.
LA Volunteer Cleans Streets and Helps Thousands in Need
One Los Angeles resident is turning trash cleanup into a lifeline for thousands of unhoused neighbors. Juan Naula's nonprofit Clean LA With Me is restoring dignity one street at a time. --- ##
LA28 Opens Volunteer Applications for 2028 Olympics
The LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games is opening volunteer applications, inviting anyone 18 or older to help create unforgettable moments for athletes and fans. Applications launch July 14 for roles spanning sports, medical services, language support, and more.
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Gray Wolf Returns to Los Angeles After 100 Years
A young female gray wolf just made history by visiting Los Angeles County for the first time in a century. Her epic 400-mile journey marks a major milestone in California's wolf recovery story.
Drones Shatter Brightness Record Over Los Angeles
A nighttime drone show promoting Masters of the Universe just obliterated the world record for brightness, lighting up the LA sky at 22 times the required intensity. Meanwhile, another show used nearly 5,000 drones to create the largest fictional character ever formed in the air.
Los Angeles Rivers Get Trash Traps Before 2028 Olympics
Two new devices will capture plastic before it reaches the Pacific Ocean, joining a system that's already removed 206 tons of trash. The Ocean Cleanup aims to make plastic pollution "a thing of the past" in Southern California bays.
LA's Ocean Day Sparks Five Beach Cleanups This June
Los Angeles is transforming World Ocean Day into a month-long celebration with five community beach cleanups happening across the coastline. From cosplay-themed conservation to veteran-led efforts, thousands of volunteers are rolling up their sleeves to protect local waters.
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