The DTLA Times

Terraza Cha Cha Cha from Mexico City now has the neighborhood’s best views

SKATE, RATTLE AND ROLL! RETRO ROLLER RINK AT UNION STATION DELIVERS FOUR-WHEELING FUN Two-Day Event Transforms Ticket Concourse Into Roller Disco Featuring L.A. Roller Girls! The rocking, roller disco is the ultimate summer escape and will feature retro DJs spinning both classic dance grooves from the 70s, 80s and today’s top pop hits. Skating phenoms, the L.A. Roller Girls, will be performing throughout the events and will be on hand to offer tips and tricks to even the most novice skaters. For one weekend only, Aug. 24 and 25, guests can “lace up” and step back in time for the ultimate roller-skating experience as Union Station transforms the Historic Ticket Course into a Retro Roller Rink. From noon –9 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24, and noon–4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, the Retro Roller Rink will transport guests into the golden age of skating with a custom-built 3,200 square-foot rink right in the heart of the station. Admission for a one-hour skate session is $7 in advance and $10 at the door. Skate rentals are included with admission ticket. Guests can bring their own roller skates or rollerblades. Select your date and timeframe for your one hour skate!

The number of Los Angeles Police Department officers walking the streets of the Central City has increased.

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted Tuesday to cancel a nearly $2 billion contract to build a mental health-focused jail and will instead explore funding community-based mental health and substance abuse care for residents.

Creating a summer bucket list? Make sure to include an outdoor concert on yours because L.A. is known for the best of them! The Bloc and Kensington present Concerts on The Bloc, an intimate concert in the heart of DTLA happening every third Thursday of the month. Grab a blanket and be prepared to cozy up under the stars while taking in live tunes from the talented local artists. Live music, beer + wine bar and food options are available at the show. TICKETS INCLUDE: 6:30pm Showtime! Access to private lawn for an intimate concert Live preformances from local bands Improv Poems by Ars Poetica Food from restaurants on The Bloc is allowed at show Access to beer + wine bar for purchase 7.18 | FEATURING: The Brevet Balto DJ Novena Carmel KCRW 8.15 | FEATURING: India Carney Raelee Nikole DJ Novena Carmel KCRW For pop-ups and sponsorship information contact [email protected] FAQs Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? The event is 21+ only All attendees will need to provide a valid I.D. at check-in What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? Parking is available at The Bloc and a parking validation will be given at check-in. $5 Self-Park and $10 Valet Using a ride share program such as Uber/Lift? 750 West 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017 for your drop off location. Head down the Grand Stairs to Plaza Level where the event is being held. What can I bring into the event? Lawn Chairs Blankets Your bestie Food Cash, Credit Card and a Valid I.D. Selfie loving cameras Not allowed in the event? Outside drinks (enclosed cups, bottles of wine, water bottles, etc.) Pets No weapons Bad vibes Will there be any photography or film taken at this event? Yes, by purchasing a ticket and entering this event you understand that you may be photographed or filmed while participating in this activity and you agree to allow your photo, video, or film likeness to be used for any legitimate purpose by the activity holders, producers, sponsors, organizers, and assigns. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? [email protected] What's the refund policy? No Refunds Is this event RSVP in advance only? Or can I walk-in day of the event? It is recomended that you RSVP before the event to ensure a faster entrance at check-in. The Check-in Staff is available to add attendees at Check-in if you have not RSVP'd yet, however this will be a longer process.

South City Fried Chicken moves to Preux & Proper, plus NoMad’s ownership shuffles and Tiki bars in SoCal

Since 1934, Nisei Week, the annual festival of Japanese culture, has lit up the streets of Little Tokyo. Thousands of people come out each year for a variety of events

“You’re here to look fabulous, donate some money, and have a really good time,” shouted emcee and drag performer Ryan Ong Paolo, more popularly known as Ongina, as she implored all the guests to take out their phones and text in donations. The August 5 DTLA Proud Gala brought 300 people to the Otium in …

Big changes for the flower market take a step forward.

The Grand Park pop-up will feature some of the highlights soon to come at the Fairplex in Pomona.

TravelPulse breaks down some hot selling points for younger travelers looking for a little something different in L.A.

Housing costs too high? Apartment hunting can be hard, but there are deals to be had. So what does the low-end rental price in Downtown look like these days?

A new plan from Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas and Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg would build more homeless shelters, and then stop allowing people to camp on the streets. But there are a lot of skeptics.

An early look at the private club for “creatives" (with cash to spare)