Unlike the big papers in OC, SD and Sac, the LA Times is endorsing Prop 1a, the November ballot initiative that would give a boost in funding for a high speed train mainly between LA and San Francisco. You know, LA to SF in around 2 hours, 40 minutes: The measure isn't as big a risk as it would be if the state were footing the entire bill. The "backbone" segment from Los Angeles......

Accidents that happen on I-5 may be the absolute worst thing in the world....

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We here at LAist are strong advocates of Halloween, and have provided the list below in an effort to help all of our readers enjoy this fine holiday as thoroughly as possible. Even if you don't get out there in full costume and party like Bela Lugosi, we hope you enjoy some of the following: FRIDAY • Pretty Girls Make Graves, Bullet Train to Vegas and Razrez are on tonight at the Troubadour. Doors......