Elise Hu

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He lost his first LA Marathon medal in the fires -- this weekend he got his second

1 month ago | kpbs.org | Elise Hu |Calif. Previously

Burn zones from the most catastrophic wildfires in Los Angeles history have yet to be fully cleaned up, and thousands of Angelenos remain displaced. But on Sunday, people turned out in droves along the 26.2 mile route of the Los Angeles Marathon, to cheer on more than 21,000 runners who took part. It marked a reaffirmation of vitality in a community that endured disaster just a few months ago.
A teenage fire survivor competes in the L.A. Marathon

1 month ago | wrvo.org | Elise Hu

Abel Rivera lost his home in the Eaton fire, along with a beloved medal he got for running in the 2024 L.A. Marathon. On Sunday, he ran again with his mom and other fire survivors from his school.
A teenage fire survivor competes in the L.A. Marathon

1 month ago | boisestatepublicradio.org | Elise Hu |Nate Schweber

Abel Rivera lost his home in the Eaton fire, along with a beloved medal he got for running in the 2024 L.A. Marathon. On Sunday, he ran again with his mom and other fire survivors from his school.
How digital culture is reshaping our faces and bodies

2 months ago | ted.com | Elise Hu

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LA's Magic Castle offers a brief escape during the wildfires

Jan 18, 2025 | laist.com | Elise Hu

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A magical escape

Jan 18, 2025 | laist.com | Elise Hu

Nestled in the Hollywood Hills is a Los Angeles landmark that's tough to get into: The Magic Castle. A blue-grey Victorian style mansion with curved turrets, it looks like a place an animated princess might call home. "It's one of the greatest places in Los Angeles," said Altadena resident Luke Bilyk, who has visited a few times. He calls it a labyrinth inside, a mansion of mazes.
LA's Magic Castle offers a brief escape during the wildfires

Jan 16, 2025 | gpb.org | Elise Hu

Nestled in the Hollywood Hills is a Los Angeles landmark that's tough to get into: The Magic Castle. A blue-grey Victorian style mansion with curved turrets, it looks like a place an animated princess might call home. "It's one of the greatest places in Los Angeles," said Altadena resident Luke Bilyk, who has visited a few times. He calls it a labyrinth inside, a mansion of mazes.
L.A.'s Magic Castle gives back after surviving fires

Jan 15, 2025 | hawaiipublicradio.org | Bytemarks Cafe |Elise Hu

An L.A. institution spared from the flames gives back to the community with material donations and magic tricks to lift evacuees' spirits.
Photos: Southern California pets receive aid from rescue groups

Jan 15, 2025 | npr.org | Elise Hu |Ryan Kellman

On Jan. 12, Best Friends Animal Society received cats and dogs from Pasadena Humane. Employees and volunteers spent the day intaking animals and donated supplies in an effort. Here, Best Friends' Nina Lewis holds a dog before its medical examination. Ryan Kellman/NPR hide caption toggle caption Ryan Kellman/NPR From cats and birds to tortoises and horses, a network of rescue groups is caring for animals affected by wildfires still burning throughout the Los Angeles area.
LA's Magic Castle offers a brief escape during the wildfires

Jan 15, 2025 | wfdd.org | Elise Hu |Sarah Handel |Greg Myre

magic evacuations wildfires 0:00 There was an error loading the media player. Nestled in the Hollywood Hills is a Los Angeles landmark that's tough to get into: The Magic Castle. A blue-grey Victorian style mansion with curved turrets, it looks like a place an animated princess might call home. "It's one of the greatest places in Los Angeles," said Altadena resident Luke Bilyk, who has visited a few times. He calls it a labyrinth inside, a mansion of mazes.