Category: Food
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Tomatoes Become “Red Gold” as Prices Jump 40% Tomatoes Become “Red Gold” as Prices Jump 40%
Food May 13, 2026

Tomatoes Become “Red Gold” as Prices Jump 40%

Tomato prices jumped sharply as bad weather, tariffs on Mexican imports, and ... more

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Los Angeles crushed by cost crisis—residents now spend 38.1% of income just on food and housing Los Angeles crushed by cost crisis—residents now spend 38.1% of income just on food and housing
Economy May 11, 2026

Los Angeles crushed by cost crisis—residents now spend 38.1% of income just on food and housing

Los Angeles remains one of America’s most expensive cities, but Latino households ... more

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4.3 Million and Counting”: Trump Official Applauds SNAP Cuts 4.3 Million and Counting”: Trump Official Applauds SNAP Cuts
Food May 5, 2026

4.3 Million and Counting”: Trump Official Applauds SNAP Cuts

Federal SNAP enrollment has fallen sharply after major budget cuts, raising concern ... more

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California’s New CalFresh Work Rules Start June 1. Thousands of Los Angeles Families May Need to Act Now California’s New CalFresh Work Rules Start June 1. Thousands of Los Angeles Families May Need to Act Now
Food May 1, 2026

California’s New CalFresh Work Rules Start June 1. Thousands of Los Angeles Families May Need to Act Now

California is expanding CalFresh work requirements starting June 1, requiring many adults ... more

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As Grocery Costs Surge, Republicans Move to Slash $200M From WIC As Grocery Costs Surge, Republicans Move to Slash 0M From WIC
Economy April 23, 2026

As Grocery Costs Surge, Republicans Move to Slash $200M From WIC

House Republicans propose WIC cuts in 2026, raising concerns for families nationwide, ... more

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Original King Taco Becomes a Piece of L.A. History Original King Taco Becomes a Piece of L.A. History
Food April 21, 2026

Original King Taco Becomes a Piece of L.A. History

King Taco Historic-Cultural Monument designation recognizes the restaurant’s role in shaping Latino ... more

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Los Angeles Coffee Scene Ranks Among the Nation’s Best With Deep Latino Roots Los Angeles Coffee Scene Ranks Among the Nation’s Best With Deep Latino Roots
Culture April 19, 2026

Los Angeles Coffee Scene Ranks Among the Nation’s Best With Deep Latino Roots

The Los Angeles coffee scene blends global sourcing with Latino roots, making ... more

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Tapatío Sold After 55 Years as Ozempic Users Drive New Demand Tapatío Sold After 55 Years as Ozempic Users Drive New Demand
Food April 13, 2026

Tapatío Sold After 55 Years as Ozempic Users Drive New Demand

Tapatío hot sauce sale signals a major shift in Latino-owned business ownership, ... more

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Tamales de Judas Keep a Living Tradition in Central Mexico Tamales de Judas Keep a Living Tradition in Central Mexico
Culture April 3, 2026

Tamales de Judas Keep a Living Tradition in Central Mexico

tamales de Judas reveal how Indigenous ingredients and Catholic traditions merge in ... more

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CalFresh Cuts Hit Some Noncitizens Starting Today CalFresh Cuts Hit Some Noncitizens Starting Today
Food March 31, 2026

CalFresh Cuts Hit Some Noncitizens Starting Today

CalFresh benefits changes 2026 will reshape food access for immigrant families while ... more

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Mexico’s New Strategy to Stop the Screwworm Could Stabilize Rising U.S. Beef Prices Mexico’s New Strategy to Stop the Screwworm Could Stabilize Rising U.S. Beef Prices
Economy March 14, 2026

Mexico’s New Strategy to Stop the Screwworm Could Stabilize Rising U.S. Beef Prices

Mexico’s new screwworm containment strategy—releasing sterilized flies across affected regions—aims to protect ... more

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California Named Best Food State in the U.S., New Study Finds California Named Best Food State in the U.S., New Study Finds
Food February 19, 2026

California Named Best Food State in the U.S., New Study Finds

A new national study ranking California best food state highlights the economic ... more

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Victor Villa on Representing His People — and Taqueros Worldwide Victor Villa on Representing His People — and Taqueros Worldwide
Food February 10, 2026

Victor Villa on Representing His People — and Taqueros Worldwide

From East L.A. street corners to the Super Bowl LX halftime show, ... more

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Super Bowl Weekend Is Peak Avocado Season — and Latin America Wrote the Playbook Super Bowl Weekend Is Peak Avocado Season — and Latin America Wrote the Playbook
Culture January 29, 2026

Super Bowl Weekend Is Peak Avocado Season — and Latin America Wrote the Playbook

From Mexico’s Hass avocados to regional Latin American recipes, the Super Bowl’s ... more

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Trump Inflation Cost the Average U.S. Family $1,625 Last Year Trump Inflation Cost the Average U.S. Family $1,625 Last Year
Food January 20, 2026

Trump Inflation Cost the Average U.S. Family $1,625 Last Year

Congressional analysis finds tariffs and economic decisions drove up housing, transportation, and ... more

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FDA Warns Recalled Canned Tuna Was Accidentally Reshipped to California FDA Warns Recalled Canned Tuna Was Accidentally Reshipped to California
Food January 20, 2026

FDA Warns Recalled Canned Tuna Was Accidentally Reshipped to California

Consumers urged to check specific Genova Yellowfin tuna cans after botulism-linked recall ... more

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When Low-Income Shoppers Pull Back, the Whole Economy Feels It When Low-Income Shoppers Pull Back, the Whole Economy Feels It
Economy November 11, 2025

When Low-Income Shoppers Pull Back, the Whole Economy Feels It

Traffic from low-income consumers at quick-service restaurants declined by “nearly double digits ... more

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Turkey Up, Veggies Down: The Mixed Story Behind 2025 Thanksgiving Prices Turkey Up, Veggies Down: The Mixed Story Behind 2025 Thanksgiving Prices
Economy November 10, 2025

Turkey Up, Veggies Down: The Mixed Story Behind 2025 Thanksgiving Prices

Thanksgiving is weeks away, which means food — a lot of it ... more

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Trump Admin to Halt Federal Food Aid Nov. 1 Trump Admin to Halt Federal Food Aid Nov. 1
Food October 26, 2025

Trump Admin to Halt Federal Food Aid Nov. 1

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has posted a notice on its website ... more

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