For Ron Finley, planting a garden isn't just about growing food — it's about planting the seeds of change. The self-proclaimed Gangsta Gardener made headlines in 2010 when he was cited for planting ...

Ron Finley grew up in South LA surrounded by a severe lack of nature. It pushed him to transform sections of his neighborhood into lush edible gardens. Now, he’s bringing his DIY gardening practice to ...

Two years ago, LA Times columnist Steve Lopez reported on Ron Finley, a resident of South Los Angeles. In what’s often called a healthy-food “desert,” Finley had planted a vegetable garden for himself ...

Two years ago, beginner gardener Ron Finley planted some vegetables on the 10 by 150-foot strip of grass between the sidewalk and street of his south Los Angeles home. In an area lacking access to ...

Grammy-nominated recording artist Kelis has long had a creative connection to food. It's right there in her music, with tracks like "Milkshake," "Midnight Snacks," and "Jerk Ribs" — she even has an ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Ron Finley, who coached Oregon's wrestling program from 1970 to 1998 and competed for Oregon State, passed away Tuesday after battling cancer. He was 75. A native of Newberg, Finley won two high ...

The Getty Center’s exhibition Sculpting with Light: Contemporary Artists and Holography (August 20–November 24, 2024) highlights the artistic potential of holography, showcasing works by modern and ...