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What California’s 2026 Budget Means for Latino Parents, Workers, and Small Businesses What California’s 2026 Budget Means for Latino Parents, Workers, and Small Businesses
Cover Story June 27, 2026

What California’s 2026 Budget Means for Latino Parents, Workers, and Small Businesses

California is investing billions in schools, healthcare, childcare and small businesses, but ... more

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The $14.5 Trillion Economic Windfall America Gained From Immigrants The $14.5 Trillion Economic Windfall America Gained From Immigrants
Cover Story February 4, 2026

The $14.5 Trillion Economic Windfall America Gained From Immigrants

A new Cato Institute analysis shows immigrants consistently paid more in taxes ... more

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Cyclospora Investigation Now Points to Lettuce. What California Families Should Know Cyclospora Investigation Now Points to Lettuce. What California Families Should Know
Cover Story July 13, 2026

Cyclospora Investigation Now Points to Lettuce. What California Families Should Know

Michigan investigators now believe lettuce and salad greens are the leading source ... more

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California Is About to Test K–2 Students for Math Gaps. What Happens Next? California Is About to Test K–2 Students for Math Gaps. What Happens Next?
Cover Story August 29, 2026

California Is About to Test K–2 Students for Math Gaps. What Happens Next?

SB 1067 would require annual math assessments for kindergarten through second grade ... more

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Newsom Vetoes AB 713 Again. Why California’s Campus-Job Fight Isn’t Over Newsom Vetoes AB 713 Again. Why California’s Campus-Job Fight Isn’t Over
California September 20, 2026

Newsom Vetoes AB 713 Again. Why California’s Campus-Job Fight Isn’t Over

Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed California’s campus-employment bill for undocumented students for ... more

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LAUSD Enrollment Keeps Falling. What Does It Mean for Your Child’s School? LAUSD Enrollment Keeps Falling. What Does It Mean for Your Child’s School?
California September 23, 2026

LAUSD Enrollment Keeps Falling. What Does It Mean for Your Child’s School?

LAUSD has 373,538 students enrolled so far this school year. Here's what ... more

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ICE Detains Relative of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt ICE Detains Relative of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt
Cover Story November 26, 2025

ICE Detains Relative of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt

  Detention of press secretary Karoline Leavitt’s family member sparks renewed debate over ... more

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After El Mencho, What Happens to the CJNG’s Hold on Los Angeles? After El Mencho, What Happens to the CJNG’s Hold on Los Angeles?
Cover Story February 22, 2026

After El Mencho, What Happens to the CJNG’s Hold on Los Angeles?

  The collapse of CJNG leadership after El Mencho’s death has triggered unrest ... more

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“I Will Not Rest Until Justice Is Served”: Mark González on Boyle Heights “I Will Not Rest Until Justice Is Served”: Mark González on Boyle Heights
Cover Story July 30, 2026

“I Will Not Rest Until Justice Is Served”: Mark González on Boyle Heights

The California Assembly Majority Whip says local officials should have acted differently ... more

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Karen Bass In for November; Pratts One Step Away From Potential Runoff Karen Bass In for November; Pratts One Step Away From Potential Runoff
Cover Story June 3, 2026

Karen Bass In for November; Pratts One Step Away From Potential Runoff

After a tough first term framed by the most destructive wildfire in ... more

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In LA’s Latino Neighborhoods, How Safe Is the Football Dream? New CTE Research Raises the Alarm In LA’s Latino Neighborhoods, How Safe Is the Football Dream? New CTE Research Raises the Alarm
Cover Story September 1, 2026

In LA’s Latino Neighborhoods, How Safe Is the Football Dream? New CTE Research Raises the Alarm

(All Photos: @East Side Media TV/Erik Sarni) New research on CTE is raising ... more

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El Mencho Threatened Peso Pluma—Is He Safe Returning to Mexico After the Capo’s Murder? El Mencho Threatened Peso Pluma—Is He Safe Returning to Mexico After the Capo’s Murder?
Cover Story February 23, 2026

El Mencho Threatened Peso Pluma—Is He Safe Returning to Mexico After the Capo’s Murder?

Peso Pluma cartel threats forced concert cancellations and raised safety fears. What ... more

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Raman Hit With Major Blow as Allies Choose Bass Raman Hit With Major Blow as Allies Choose Bass
Cover Story May 19, 2026

Raman Hit With Major Blow as Allies Choose Bass

The split inside Los Angeles’ progressive City Council bloc is exposing tensions ... more

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LAUSD School Board Calls Special Meeting; Carvalho’s Future Could Be Decided LAUSD School Board Calls Special Meeting; Carvalho’s Future Could Be Decided
Cover Story February 26, 2026

LAUSD School Board Calls Special Meeting; Carvalho’s Future Could Be Decided

  A federal search warrant and emergency board meeting raise urgent questions about ... more

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Anti-ICE Patrols: A Community Defense Against Immigration Raids Anti-ICE Patrols: A Community Defense Against Immigration Raids
Cover Story December 14, 2025

Anti-ICE Patrols: A Community Defense Against Immigration Raids

When federal immigration agents move through Northeast Los Angeles, residents often hear ... more

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Santiago Campos: The Young Latino Who Turned Heads at the Emmys Santiago Campos: The Young Latino Who Turned Heads at the Emmys
Cover Story June 9, 2026

Santiago Campos: The Young Latino Who Turned Heads at the Emmys

It was May 28, 2026 when the life of young Santiago Campos ... more

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“We Need Stability”: Parents Demand Leave for LAUSD Superintendent “We Need Stability”: Parents Demand Leave for LAUSD Superintendent
Cover Story February 26, 2026

“We Need Stability”: Parents Demand Leave for LAUSD Superintendent

For Marelyn Avila, the debate over whether LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho is ... more

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Matt Barreto: Latino Turnout Is Rising, but Candidates Must Earn Their Trust Matt Barreto: Latino Turnout Is Rising, but Candidates Must Earn Their Trust
Cover Story June 21, 2026

Matt Barreto: Latino Turnout Is Rising, but Candidates Must Earn Their Trust

Political scientist Matt Barreto says rising Latino turnout, especially among younger voters, ... more

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