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Terry Cortez: “People are scared. This feels like another pandemic.” Terry Cortez: “People are scared. This feels like another pandemic.”
California June 10, 2025

Terry Cortez: “People are scared. This feels like another pandemic.”

"People who can are staying home. They're afraid of running into immigration ... more

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$2.3M Fence Process Starts at MacArthur Park, Draws Criticism $2.3M Fence Process Starts at MacArthur Park, Draws Criticism
LA Politics October 20, 2025

$2.3M Fence Process Starts at MacArthur Park, Draws Criticism

The proposed fence would be a green wrought iron fence around the ... more

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Awareness of Inequality Drives Nithya Raman’s Vision for L.A. Awareness of Inequality Drives Nithya Raman’s Vision for L.A.
LA Politics February 8, 2026

Awareness of Inequality Drives Nithya Raman’s Vision for L.A.

  Officials backed by the Democratic Socialists of America—an organization that has also ... more

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Eunisses Hernández: “We’re Not Going to Withhold Food Because of Who Else is Standing in the Parking Lot.” Eunisses Hernández: “We’re Not Going to Withhold Food Because of Who Else is Standing in the Parking Lot.”
Cover Story November 21, 2025

Eunisses Hernández: “We’re Not Going to Withhold Food Because of Who Else is Standing in the Parking Lot.”

“The Councilmember attended a holiday food distribution at William Mead Homes, providing ... more

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“The Struggle is Day by Day and Will Last as Long as It Needs to.” “The Struggle is Day by Day and Will Last as Long as It Needs to.”
Immigration July 8, 2025

“The Struggle is Day by Day and Will Last as Long as It Needs to.”

Food distribution. Mando is part of one of the most active Latino organizations ... more

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Hugo Soto-Martínez: “The city faces numerous challenges, and continued work is essential.” Hugo Soto-Martínez: “The city faces numerous challenges, and continued work is essential.”
Cover Story November 25, 2025

Hugo Soto-Martínez: “The city faces numerous challenges, and continued work is essential.”

Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez is running for re-election in Los Angeles City Council ... more

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“Where are You, Ysabel? We are Literally Begging You for Food.” – D14 Residents Demand Attention from Their Councilmember “Where are You, Ysabel? We are Literally Begging You for Food.” – D14 Residents Demand Attention from Their Councilmember
LA Politics October 6, 2025

“Where are You, Ysabel? We are Literally Begging You for Food.” – D14 Residents Demand Attention from Their Councilmember

Ysabel Jurado took advantage of the then-councilman’s supposed absence from community affairs. ... more

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Two Latina Leaders, One District: CD1 Race Heads Toward a High-Stakes Finish Two Latina Leaders, One District: CD1 Race Heads Toward a High-Stakes Finish
Cover Story January 12, 2026

Two Latina Leaders, One District: CD1 Race Heads Toward a High-Stakes Finish

As Latina leadership reshapes Los Angeles politics, Eunisses Hernandez and challenger Lou ... more

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How Much Will This Cost? ‘No Price Tag for Democracy,’ Says Newsom How Much Will This Cost? ‘No Price Tag for Democracy,’ Says Newsom
LA Politics August 25, 2025

How Much Will This Cost? ‘No Price Tag for Democracy,’ Says Newsom

Governor Gavin Newsom is making strategic moves to position California as a ... more

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Raúl Claros: The Teacher, Dreamer, and Fighter Running for City Council Raúl Claros: The Teacher, Dreamer, and Fighter Running for City Council
LA Politics October 14, 2025

Raúl Claros: The Teacher, Dreamer, and Fighter Running for City Council

He’s carried that understanding forward through initiatives like Life Skills Sports Academy, ... more

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LA County Approves $843 Million Homelessness Budget—With Deep Cuts That Alarm Advocates LA County Approves $843 Million Homelessness Budget—With Deep Cuts That Alarm Advocates
LA Politics February 5, 2026

LA County Approves $843 Million Homelessness Budget—With Deep Cuts That Alarm Advocates

Supervisors cite a $303 million shortfall as advocates warn reduced outreach and ... more