Coping with Bridge Fire, retrofitting buildings, closing Alimento

Customers enjoy a diverse spread of dishes from Alimento. Photo by DYLAN+JENI.

The Bridge Fire is now the largest wildfire in Southern California. How are residents and small businesses in the path of the flames faring?

This morning’s earthquake is a reminder of the importance of retrofitting buildings. The LA Times discovered the city has had trouble reporting accurate data on this.

Alimento’s owner, Zack Pollack, explains why he closed his 10-year-old Italian bistro, and what it takes for today’s neighborhood restaurants to survive. 

Critics review the latest film releases: “Speak No Evil,” “My Old Ass,” “The Killer's Game,” and “Look Into My Eyes.”