The car ban on a short stretch of road in Griffith Park that started out as temporary is now here to stay. The city of L.A.’s Board of Recreation and Parks Commissioners voted unanimously on ...

Each weekday, catch up on the 5 most pressing stories to start your morning in 3 minutes or less. Griffith Park is a popular public space for Angelenos but it doesn’t always feel safe or welcoming.

So far this year, the LAPD said there have been 121 car break-ins in the area, 63 of them since May. The thefts are happening in the parking areas near the Griffith Observatory and the Greek Theatre.

The "Griffith Park Explorer," or "GP-eX," is a fresh and free resource covering all aspects of the vast park. By Alysia Gray Painter • Published April 16, 2025 • Updated on April 16, 2025 at 9 ...