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Boyle Heights Residents Demand Accountability as Anger Erupts at Lineage Logistics Town Hall Boyle Heights Residents Demand Accountability as Anger Erupts at Lineage Logistics Town Hall
Community & Society July 9, 2026

Boyle Heights Residents Demand Accountability as Anger Erupts at Lineage Logistics Town Hall

Residents demanded answers about health risks, relocation assistance, and the future of ... more

5 mins read
Parriva Newsroom
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Why Extreme Heat Can Make You More Irritable, Anxious, and Angry, According to Science Why Extreme Heat Can Make You More Irritable, Anxious, and Angry, According to Science
Health July 9, 2026

Why Extreme Heat Can Make You More Irritable, Anxious, and Angry, According to Science

Research shows that extreme heat can increase stress, worsen anxiety and depression, ... more

5 mins read
Andrea Perez
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New Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods May Raise Colon Cancer Risk in Younger Adults by 45% New Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods May Raise Colon Cancer Risk in Younger Adults by 45%
cancer July 8, 2026

New Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods May Raise Colon Cancer Risk in Younger Adults by 45%

A major JAMA Oncology study links diets heavy in ultra-processed foods to ... more

5 mins read
Andrea Perez
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Why You May Not Feel Thirsty During Los Angeles’ Hot Weather, and Why It Still Matters Why You May Not Feel Thirsty During Los Angeles’ Hot Weather, and Why It Still Matters
Health July 6, 2026

Why You May Not Feel Thirsty During Los Angeles’ Hot Weather, and Why It Still Matters

Even as temperatures climb across Los Angeles this week, many people still ... more

5 mins read
Andrea Perez
268
New Mobile Health Clinic Brings Medical Care to Boyle Heights Families After Fire New Mobile Health Clinic Brings Medical Care to Boyle Heights Families After Fire
Cover Story July 1, 2026

New Mobile Health Clinic Brings Medical Care to Boyle Heights Families After Fire

Clínica Romero's new Mobile Health Clinic will begin serving residents, workers, and ... more

4 mins read
Andrea Perez
447
First Human West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in California This Year. What Los Angeles Families Need to Know First Human West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in California This Year. What Los Angeles Families Need to Know
Health June 28, 2026

First Human West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in California This Year. What Los Angeles Families Need to Know

A Long Beach resident was hospitalized with a severe case of West ... more

6 mins read
Andrea Perez
131
After the Fire, Boyle Heights Residents Ask: What Did We Breathe? After the Fire, Boyle Heights Residents Ask: What Did We Breathe?
LA June 25, 2026

After the Fire, Boyle Heights Residents Ask: What Did We Breathe?

The warehouse fire has been extinguished, but many Boyle Heights residents say ... more

4 mins read
Andrea Perez
209
Cancer Deaths Are Falling, But Latino Families Face Rising Risks From Early-Onset Colon Cancer, New AACR Report Finds Cancer Deaths Are Falling, But Latino Families Face Rising Risks From Early-Onset Colon Cancer, New AACR Report Finds
cancer June 24, 2026

Cancer Deaths Are Falling, But Latino Families Face Rising Risks From Early-Onset Colon Cancer, New AACR Report Finds

While cancer survival continues to improve nationwide, researchers warn that Hispanic Americans ... more

4 mins read
Andrea Perez
171
California’s Warehouse Fires Keep Hitting Working Class Latino Communities. When Will Politicians Be Held Accountable? California’s Warehouse Fires Keep Hitting Working Class Latino Communities. When Will Politicians Be Held Accountable?
California June 23, 2026

California’s Warehouse Fires Keep Hitting Working Class Latino Communities. When Will Politicians Be Held Accountable?

The Boyle Heights warehouse fire has reignited concerns about air quality, industrial ... more

5 mins read
Reynaldo Mena
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Judge Strikes Down SNAP Junk Food Restrictions Judge Strikes Down SNAP Junk Food Restrictions
Food June 23, 2026

Judge Strikes Down SNAP Junk Food Restrictions

A federal judge ruled that the USDA exceeded its authority by allowing ... more

3 mins read
Andrea Perez
454
Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire Sends Smoke Across Los Angeles. Here’s What Residents Need to Know About Air Quality Risks Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire Sends Smoke Across Los Angeles. Here’s What Residents Need to Know About Air Quality Risks
Health June 21, 2026

Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire Sends Smoke Across Los Angeles. Here’s What Residents Need to Know About Air Quality Risks

Officials say the ammonia threat has been contained, but unhealthy smoke and ... more

3 mins read
Andrea Perez
186
Landmark HPV Study Finds Cervical Cancer Deaths Near Zero in Vaccinated Young Women. Why Latina Families Should Pay Attention Landmark HPV Study Finds Cervical Cancer Deaths Near Zero in Vaccinated Young Women. Why Latina Families Should Pay Attention
Health June 20, 2026

Landmark HPV Study Finds Cervical Cancer Deaths Near Zero in Vaccinated Young Women. Why Latina Families Should Pay Attention

A major study found no cervical cancer deaths among vaccinated women ages ... more

4 mins read
Andrea Perez
177
Smoking Doesn’t Just Harm Your Lungs. It Can Damage Your Sex Life, Fertility, and Intimacy Smoking Doesn’t Just Harm Your Lungs. It Can Damage Your Sex Life, Fertility, and Intimacy
Health June 19, 2026

Smoking Doesn’t Just Harm Your Lungs. It Can Damage Your Sex Life, Fertility, and Intimacy

Research shows smoking can reduce sexual performance, increase infertility risks, and affect ... more

4 mins read
Andrea Perez
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Summer Is Here: How Seriously Should Latinos Take Skin Cancer? More Than Many People Realize Summer Is Here: How Seriously Should Latinos Take Skin Cancer? More Than Many People Realize
Health June 15, 2026

Summer Is Here: How Seriously Should Latinos Take Skin Cancer? More Than Many People Realize

Latinos develop skin cancer less often than White Americans, but they are ... more

5 mins read
Lucilla S. Gomez
250
Sleep Apnea Is Hitting Latino Families Harder Than Many Realize, Major NIH Study Finds Sleep Apnea Is Hitting Latino Families Harder Than Many Realize, Major NIH Study Finds
Health May 28, 2026

Sleep Apnea Is Hitting Latino Families Harder Than Many Realize, Major NIH Study Finds

Researchers say millions of Latinos may be living with undiagnosed sleep apnea ... more

4 mins read
Andrea Perez
419
East LA Oil Spill Sends Crude Oil Into LA River After Fiber-Optic Crew Hits Underground Pipeline East LA Oil Spill Sends Crude Oil Into LA River After Fiber-Optic Crew Hits Underground Pipeline
News May 22, 2026

East LA Oil Spill Sends Crude Oil Into LA River After Fiber-Optic Crew Hits Underground Pipeline

Health officials warned East Los Angeles residents about petroleum fumes after a ... more

5 mins read
Reynaldo Mena
299
Lost Your Medi-Cal Coverage? Here’s What California Families Should Do Right Now Lost Your Medi-Cal Coverage? Here’s What California Families Should Do Right Now
Health May 17, 2026

Lost Your Medi-Cal Coverage? Here’s What California Families Should Do Right Now

Renewal delays and paperwork problems are disrupting healthcare access across California, but ... more

5 mins read
Andrea Perez
201
California May Kill Salvadoran Doctors Program Over $144,000 Despite Severe Healthcare Shortages California May Kill Salvadoran Doctors Program Over $144,000 Despite Severe Healthcare Shortages
Healthcare May 15, 2026

California May Kill Salvadoran Doctors Program Over $144,000 Despite Severe Healthcare Shortages

Supporters say SB 1179 could help underserved Latino communities across Los Angeles ... more

6 mins read
Andrea Perez
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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

2 mins read
Parriva Newsroom
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Popular Weight-Loss Drugs Face New FDA Scrutiny Over Safety Popular Weight-Loss Drugs Face New FDA Scrutiny Over Safety
Health Cover Story March 10, 2026

Popular Weight-Loss Drugs Face New FDA Scrutiny Over Safety

Federal regulators are raising new concerns about side effects linked to Ozempic ... more

3 mins read
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