L.A.’s fragile urban canopy was dealt a vicious blow this weekend when a chainsaw-wielding vandal cut down a number of shade trees along South Grand Avenue and other areas of downtown, according to ...

There are a ton of these sheltering plants to choose from, but a popular tree that might seem perfect for privacy screening but actually takes up a lot of space is the Indian laurel fig tree.

The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating the incident, which affected trees, including Indian laurel figs, known for their environmental benefits. City Council member Ysabel Jurado's ...