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“I’m in the Lotus Position, Meditating”: Carlos Ortez Says Closing Un Solo Sol Is Not the End “I’m in the Lotus Position, Meditating”: Carlos Ortez Says Closing Un Solo Sol Is Not the End
Business September 9, 2026

“I’m in the Lotus Position, Meditating”: Carlos Ortez Says Closing Un Solo Sol Is Not the End

After 16 years, Carlos Ortez is closing his Boyle Heights restaurant on ... more

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Red States Lead America’s Beer Craze: This Labor Day, America’s beer map is looking surprisingly red Red States Lead America’s Beer Craze: This Labor Day, America’s beer map is looking surprisingly red
Business September 6, 2026

Red States Lead America’s Beer Craze: This Labor Day, America’s beer map is looking surprisingly red

A new Google Trends analysis puts Wisconsin first in beer-related search interest ... more

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From Mexico to the American Playground: How Takis Became a Kids’ Obsession From Mexico to the American Playground: How Takis Became a Kids’ Obsession
Business August 30, 2026

From Mexico to the American Playground: How Takis Became a Kids’ Obsession

A snack born in Mexico has become one of the most recognizable ... more

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The Servitje Family Came to America With Bread. Then Came Takis. The Servitje Family Came to America With Bread. Then Came Takis.
Business August 30, 2026

The Servitje Family Came to America With Bread. Then Came Takis.

For decades, the Servitje family and the company they helped build have ... more

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L.A. Legalized Street Vending. But Can Vendors Safely Enter the Legal System? L.A. Legalized Street Vending. But Can Vendors Safely Enter the Legal System?
Business August 28, 2026

L.A. Legalized Street Vending. But Can Vendors Safely Enter the Legal System?

Los Angeles says it wants street vendors to become legal businesses. But ... more

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Los Angeles Street Vendors Say They’re Being Squeezed From Every Direction Los Angeles Street Vendors Say They’re Being Squeezed From Every Direction
Business May 19, 2026

Los Angeles Street Vendors Say They’re Being Squeezed From Every Direction

Rising permit costs, inflation, theft, enforcement pressure, and economic instability are pushing ... more

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LA28 Backs Small Businesses with 25% Contract Goal LA28 Backs Small Businesses with 25% Contract Goal
Business April 9, 2026

LA28 Backs Small Businesses with 25% Contract Goal

LA28 business opportunities aim to shift Olympic spending toward local and small ... more

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Struggling Small Businesses Could See Expanded Tax Relief in L.A. Struggling Small Businesses Could See Expanded Tax Relief in L.A.
Business February 26, 2026

Struggling Small Businesses Could See Expanded Tax Relief in L.A.

City leaders are exploring whether to expand the Los Angeles small business ... more

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Valentine’s Day Isn’t Just About Love — It’s About Showing Up for Latino-Owned Restaurants Valentine’s Day Isn’t Just About Love — It’s About Showing Up for Latino-Owned Restaurants
Business February 2, 2026

Valentine’s Day Isn’t Just About Love — It’s About Showing Up for Latino-Owned Restaurants

As rising costs squeeze small businesses, one night of intentional support can ... more

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We Asked ChatGPT What Would Happen If Latino Shoppers Walked Away From Home Depot We Asked ChatGPT What Would Happen If Latino Shoppers Walked Away From Home Depot
Business January 19, 2026

We Asked ChatGPT What Would Happen If Latino Shoppers Walked Away From Home Depot

An editor asks ChatGPT to calculate the economic cost of Home Depot’s ... more

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Immigration Detention Centers, Private Profits, and the Moral Test Facing Los Angeles Power Brokers Immigration Detention Centers, Private Profits, and the Moral Test Facing Los Angeles Power Brokers
Business December 28, 2025

Immigration Detention Centers, Private Profits, and the Moral Test Facing Los Angeles Power Brokers

An in-depth look at immigration detention centers, private prison investors, and ICE ... more

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