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At what point did you consider yourself a true resident of Los Angeles?

Experiencing your daily commute via train, or the moment you discovered familiarity with the city's hidden trail systems, are unique experiences for many.

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At what point did you consider yourself a true resident of Los Angeles?

Hey there, and welcome to the L.A. Daily Digest! Here's the lowdown:

  • When did you become a real Angeleno? Was it when the barista at your favorite coffee joint started calling you by name or when you navigated the 405 like a pro? For some, it might be the day they discovered the city's best hidden hikes or bonded with their Pilates classmates. Share your story and become a part of the conversation by filling out this form.

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  1. Post your story of becoming a true Angeleno, and join the conversation by filling out the form available on the Essential California website.
  2. The urban canopy in Downtown L.A. is under threat, as vandalism has led to the chopping down of several trees.
  3. The California Supreme Court is looking into the controversy surrounding the use of AI in creating multiple-choice questions for the bar exam.
  4. Reflections pour in for Pope Francis, who passed away, noted for his compassion towards the vulnerable.
  5. Ranging from Real ID deadline worries to the growth of nationalism in Mexico, check out the week's news coverage.
  6. Uncover the success story of the Fence Lizard, a beloved city icon in California.
  7. 'Sinners' is drawing crowds from near and far for its grand scale and stunning visuals in Imax format.
  8. The man who played a crucial role in shaping Disneyland's iconic design is now in his 90s.
  9. If you want to help improve our newsletter, send your thoughts and suggestions to our website.
  10. Spend the weekend grooving to Beyoncé's 'Renaissance' concerts, connecting with food enthusiasts at the L.A. Times Festival of Books, or toning up at L.A.'s top Pilates studios.
  11. Indulge in Tina Knowles' new memoir 'Matriarch,' try our mouth-watering carrot cake recipe, or test your brainpower with our free daily crossword puzzle, sudoku, word search, and arcade games.
  12. Test your knowledge of the week's news with our weekly quiz. See if you can identify the Ryan Coogler movie that dominated the box office over Easter weekend.
Unveiling Moments: For certain individuals, it could be the monotonous train commute; for others, the recognition that they had uncovered the city's top secret trails.

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