Andrea Perez

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Why You May Not Feel Thirsty During Los Angeles’ Hot Weather, and Why It Still Matters Why You May Not Feel Thirsty During Los Angeles’ Hot Weather, and Why It Still Matters
Health July 6, 2026

Why You May Not Feel Thirsty During Los Angeles’ Hot Weather, and Why It Still Matters

Even as temperatures climb across Los Angeles this week, many people still ... more

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Rising Risks Behind Declining Teen Drug Use in Los Angeles Rising Risks Behind Declining Teen Drug Use in Los Angeles
Health July 6, 2026

Rising Risks Behind Declining Teen Drug Use in Los Angeles

Vaping remains the most common substance used by Los Angeles teens, while ... more

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Street Takeovers Persist in Los Angeles, with Periodic Injuries and Occasional Fatal Incidents Street Takeovers Persist in Los Angeles, with Periodic Injuries and Occasional Fatal Incidents
Latinos July 6, 2026

Street Takeovers Persist in Los Angeles, with Periodic Injuries and Occasional Fatal Incidents

California law allows authorities to issue steep fines, impound vehicles, suspend driver's ... more

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Is Black Political Representation an Obstacle to the Introduction of Non Citizen Voting in Los Angeles Is Black Political Representation an Obstacle to the Introduction of Non Citizen Voting in Los Angeles
LA Politics July 5, 2026

Is Black Political Representation an Obstacle to the Introduction of Non Citizen Voting in Los Angeles

The proposal would have expanded voting eligibility in certain Los Angeles local ... more

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More Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Support. What California Parents Should Know More Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Support. What California Parents Should Know
Health July 3, 2026

More Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Support. What California Parents Should Know

New research shows that many teenagers are seeking emotional support from AI ... more

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California Primary Turnout Hits 40.8%, With Estimated 2 Million Latino Voters California Primary Turnout Hits 40.8%, With Estimated 2 Million Latino Voters
California July 2, 2026

California Primary Turnout Hits 40.8%, With Estimated 2 Million Latino Voters

Despite years of expanding vote-by-mail, early voting and ballot access, California continues ... more

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$46B ‘smart wall’ pushes ahead on U.S.-Mexico border $46B ‘smart wall’ pushes ahead on U.S.-Mexico border
Immigration July 2, 2026

$46B ‘smart wall’ pushes ahead on U.S.-Mexico border

Billions of dollars are funding a new generation of border barriers, surveillance ... more

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A 5-Minute Walk Every Hour Could Be One of the Simplest Ways to Boost Your Health, Study Finds A 5-Minute Walk Every Hour Could Be One of the Simplest Ways to Boost Your Health, Study Finds
Health July 2, 2026

A 5-Minute Walk Every Hour Could Be One of the Simplest Ways to Boost Your Health, Study Finds

New research suggests that short hourly walks reduce fatigue, improve mood, and ... more

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Medicare Begins Covering Weight-Loss Medications: Who Qualifies and How the New Program Will Work Medicare Begins Covering Weight-Loss Medications: Who Qualifies and How the New Program Will Work
Health July 1, 2026

Medicare Begins Covering Weight-Loss Medications: Who Qualifies and How the New Program Will Work

A new Medicare pilot program opens access to popular weight-loss medications for ... more

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New Mobile Health Clinic Brings Medical Care to Boyle Heights Families After Fire New Mobile Health Clinic Brings Medical Care to Boyle Heights Families After Fire
Cover Story July 1, 2026

New Mobile Health Clinic Brings Medical Care to Boyle Heights Families After Fire

Clínica Romero's new Mobile Health Clinic will begin serving residents, workers, and ... more

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Heat Is Killing More Angelenos. Latino Communities Face Disproportionate Exposure Heat Is Killing More Angelenos. Latino Communities Face Disproportionate Exposure
Climate Change June 30, 2026

Heat Is Killing More Angelenos. Latino Communities Face Disproportionate Exposure

A UCLA-led initiative is turning trusted community health workers into Heat Ambassadors, ... more

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How Menopause Can Change a Marriage and What Couples Can Do to Stay Connected How Menopause Can Change a Marriage and What Couples Can Do to Stay Connected
Health June 29, 2026

How Menopause Can Change a Marriage and What Couples Can Do to Stay Connected

Hormonal changes during menopause can affect mood, sleep, intimacy, and communication, but ... more

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No Top Earnings, No Problem: Sonia Sotomayor Still Got Bad Bunny Tickets No Top Earnings, No Problem: Sonia Sotomayor Still Got Bad Bunny Tickets
Entertainment June 29, 2026

No Top Earnings, No Problem: Sonia Sotomayor Still Got Bad Bunny Tickets

The tickets were listed on the Supreme Court justice's annual financial disclosure, ... more

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Boyle Heights Fire: Behind the Smoke Zone Is a Workforce at Risk Boyle Heights Fire: Behind the Smoke Zone Is a Workforce at Risk
Latinos June 28, 2026

Boyle Heights Fire: Behind the Smoke Zone Is a Workforce at Risk

A new UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute analysis finds the Lineage ... more

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Can’t Afford Health Insurance? Here’s What Californians Should Know Before Skipping Medical Care Can’t Afford Health Insurance? Here’s What Californians Should Know Before Skipping Medical Care
Health Cover Story June 26, 2026

Can’t Afford Health Insurance? Here’s What Californians Should Know Before Skipping Medical Care

As federal subsidies expire, more California families are facing higher premiums or ... more

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After the Fire, Boyle Heights Residents Ask: What Did We Breathe? After the Fire, Boyle Heights Residents Ask: What Did We Breathe?
Latinos June 25, 2026

After the Fire, Boyle Heights Residents Ask: What Did We Breathe?

The warehouse fire has been extinguished, but many Boyle Heights residents say ... more

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Mexico, Like the US, Extends Birthright Citizenship to Children Born on its Soil Mexico, Like the US, Extends Birthright Citizenship to Children Born on its Soil
Immigration June 25, 2026

Mexico, Like the US, Extends Birthright Citizenship to Children Born on its Soil

As the Supreme Court prepares to rule on President Trump's executive order, ... more

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