‘Struggle recognizes struggle’: Why Boyle Heights activists are standing against war in Iran
A protest at Mariachi Plaza this week was just the latest stand the Eastside has taken against U.S. wars.
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This plot of land in Inglewood will remain vacant awhile longer after plans for more than 140 apartments fell through
Inglewood terminated an agreement that would have seen part of a large apartment complex and commercial development built on city-owned land.
Sounds of Music, a cornerstone of East LA’s oldies and soul scene, is at risk of closing
Customers say if the record shop closes, it’ll take decades of East LA history and culture with it.
Lead levels are still too high inside and outside the Exide cleanup zone, study finds
As a study out of UC Irvine finds excessive lead near Vernon, advocates want retesting and an expansion of the cleanup zone.
Parking tickets are rising faster in Boyle Heights than across Los Angeles
With 60,695 citations for roughly 81,000 residents, parking tickets in Boyle Heights are rising faster than the rest of LA.
How Koreatown Run Club accidentally built one of LA’s largest running communities
A decade after its first run, the Koreatown group now draws hundreds each week and has expanded far beyond the neighborhood.
29-year-old man killed by East LA sheriff’s deputies is identified
The shooting occurred on April 1 at about 3 a.m. in the 1400 block of South Downey Road.
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You’ve seen them on the Eastside, now these food vendors are heading to Coachella
These restaurants are bringing tacos, pupusas and plant-based eats to the desert.
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The LA Police Commission canceled a presentation by immigrant advocates. The groups showed up anyway, demanding answers
After being invited to present on the impact of immigration raids, advocates say the commission canceled without explanation.
California attorney general issues guidance to childcare providers on protecting families from ICE
Under the new law that went into effect this year, childcare providers are barred from asking about a child’s or family member’s immigration status.
Federal judge: Continued Border Patrol sweeps in California violated court order
A federal judge rules that the Border Patrol again broke the rules in California immigration sweeps, saying agents acted “without considering or complying with law Congress enacted.”
Thousands of immigrants lawfully in California lose CalFresh benefits
Officials say the change will affect an estimated 23,000 people in Los Angeles County.
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Promotoras make a difference on the streets of Boyle Heights
Volunteers with Promesa Boyle Heights provide resources, education and support to local families.
He helped legalize LA street vending. His fight for economic justice isn’t over
As CEO of Inclusive Action for the City, Rudy Espinoza supports street vendors, small businesses and undocumented workers in Los Angeles.
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