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María Elena Durazo: Denial of Healthcare Program Is ‘A Betrayal of Immigrant Communities’ María Elena Durazo: Denial of Healthcare Program Is ‘A Betrayal of Immigrant Communities’
Health June 30, 2025

María Elena Durazo: Denial of Healthcare Program Is ‘A Betrayal of Immigrant Communities’

Undocumented Californians have paid nearly $8.5 billion in state and local taxes, ... more

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Many Americans disapprove of Trump’s immigration policies Many Americans disapprove of Trump’s immigration policies
Immigration June 20, 2025

Many Americans disapprove of Trump’s immigration policies

The current U.S. immigration policy, which has defined much of the Trump ... more

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Luz Films is born to produce Latin films Luz Films is born to produce Latin films
Latinos January 26, 2024

Luz Films is born to produce Latin films

Sergio Lira, Lynette Coll and Cristobal Güell are launching Luz Films, a ... more

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Los Angeles: ICE’s laboratory for terrorizing the country Los Angeles: ICE’s laboratory for terrorizing the country
Immigration November 5, 2025

Los Angeles: ICE’s laboratory for terrorizing the country

The United States federal government's violent campaign of raids and detentions during ... more

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17% Spike in LA Bankruptcies; Spanish Most Requested for Creditor Meetings 17% Spike in LA Bankruptcies; Spanish Most Requested for Creditor Meetings
Economy April 29, 2026

17% Spike in LA Bankruptcies; Spanish Most Requested for Creditor Meetings

Bankruptcy filings in Los Angeles are rising sharply as inflation, debt, and ... more

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The Air in Los Angeles Is Getting Worse—And Latinos Are Paying First The Air in Los Angeles Is Getting Worse—And Latinos Are Paying First
California April 23, 2026

The Air in Los Angeles Is Getting Worse—And Latinos Are Paying First

New data from American Lung Association shows Los Angeles air pollution in ... more

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Letter From Ice Detention Facility – Words by Mario Guevara Letter From Ice Detention Facility – Words by Mario Guevara
Immigration September 23, 2025

Letter From Ice Detention Facility – Words by Mario Guevara

The only known journalist detained by ICE on U.S. soil. PART 1— This is ... more

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LéaLA: Where Books Become Gateways to Other Realities LéaLA: Where Books Become Gateways to Other Realities
Culture September 25, 2025

LéaLA: Where Books Become Gateways to Other Realities

Today marks the beginning of a new edition of the LéaLA Spanish ... more

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LéaLA: “To Read is to Choose Courage and Freedom.” — Marisol Schulz, Closing the Anniversary Edition LéaLA: “To Read is to Choose Courage and Freedom.” — Marisol Schulz, Closing the Anniversary Edition
Culture October 6, 2025

LéaLA: “To Read is to Choose Courage and Freedom.” — Marisol Schulz, Closing the Anniversary Edition

"Thanks to our guests, exhibitors, and especially our visitors, that goal was ... more

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Contaminated Communities: Urgent Cleanup Call for Exide Plant Site Contaminated Communities: Urgent Cleanup Call for Exide Plant Site
Latinos June 12, 2023

Contaminated Communities: Urgent Cleanup Call for Exide Plant Site

"Calling for Action: Urgent Cleanup Needed for Contaminated Communities at Former Battery ... more

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Latino Students Vanish From LAUSD — and Newcomers Don’t Show Up Latino Students Vanish From LAUSD — and Newcomers Don’t Show Up
Education December 1, 2025

Latino Students Vanish From LAUSD — and Newcomers Don’t Show Up

  New data shows steep drops in newcomer student enrollment across Los Angeles ... more

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LAUSD Draws the Line: No Immigration Raids on Our Watch, District Vows LAUSD Draws the Line: No Immigration Raids on Our Watch, District Vows
Education August 11, 2025

LAUSD Draws the Line: No Immigration Raids on Our Watch, District Vows

City leaders are reaffirming their commitment to keep children in local schools ... more

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LAUSD at a Breaking Point: 3,200 Layoff Notices as Enrollment Plunges and Spending Soars LAUSD at a Breaking Point: 3,200 Layoff Notices as Enrollment Plunges and Spending Soars
Education February 18, 2026

LAUSD at a Breaking Point: 3,200 Layoff Notices as Enrollment Plunges and Spending Soars

The LAUSD budget deficit exposes deeper questions about enrollment decline, record California ... more