Following the separation of conjoined twins Maria Teresa and Maria Jesus, the sisters found their family growing in unexpected ways. Not only were they adopted by two separate families to accommodate their needs, but they found that their medical team would become familiar fixtures as well. Hear their thought on the twins' and their surgery here. Read our print coverage of the twins' birthday party "here":https://www.dailybruin.com/index.php/article/2011/08/previously_conjoined_twins_celebrate_their_new_milestone_of_turning_10_another_miracle_after_their_2. More »

When life on land gets hectic and busy, people often look to the waters of Marina del Rey for a bit of relaxation. Whether it's taking in the beauty of the harbor or enjoying a cruise on the ocean, this escape from the Los Angeles city scene offers visitors a variety of activities to help them wash away their cares. More »

Since 2008, the city of Los Angeles has put on "Summer Night Lights," a program built to discourage gang activity in L.A. parks after dark. For the members of the affected neighborhoods, the program brings a sense of positivity to their communities. Check out the Daily Bruin's Coverage on the Summer Night Life program "here:":https://www.dailybruin.com/index.php/article/2011/07/alumna_jonesey_harp_is_helping_kids_stay_off_the_streets_with_the_summer_night_lights_program More »

Echo Park lake and the surrounding Echo Park neighborhood are nestled within the urban sprawl of Eastern Los Angeles, and while the downtown skyline and the passing cars serve as a reminder to this fact, the location still stands out as a peaceful patch within the big city. More »

Last spring, first-year political science student Jackie Vaughan spent her break in Salinas, California volunteering at a homeless shelter for the first time. More »

On June 10, 2011, the College of Letters and Science held its annual commencement ceremony for graduates, and hundreds of former students made the official transition from student to alumnus. Moments from throughout their day are captured here. Music: Melissa Mitchell '11, psychology, "Alma Mater" More »