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Women behind the wheel: The lowrider ladies of Los Angeles

Stephanie Sical, Community News Reporter November 18, 2021

Women aren’t just posing in front of lowriders with sexy bikinis and hot pants. Now, they own the lowriders and are shaking things up with their own style, car clubs and culture. Lowrider culture...

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Businesses and homeowners allocated millions in federal housing funds

Oscar Torres, Community News Reporter November 17, 2021

What has the city South Gate done with its nearly $6 million in funding from the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development in the past year or so? That was the subject of part of a council...

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A tale of two cities: El Monte’s battle to preserve its Latinx history

Erik Adams, Community News Reporter November 17, 2021

There are decades-old tensions where the I-605 and I-10 converge. The unassuming Southern California town of El Monte, located about 14 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, is home to many longtime residents...

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How to stop street harassment when you see it

William Baker, Community News Reporter November 16, 2021

When was the last time you saw an altercation or harassment out in public? Did you help or avoid getting involved: After all, who wants to be a bully’s new target? Most people don’t intervene because...

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East LA tortilleria attracts loyal customers and Michelin recognition after a decade of hard work

Ronald Cruz, Community News Social Media Editor November 15, 2021

 When Juan and Candy Villa purchased La Azteca Tortilleria in East Los Angeles in 2010, they had no idea how to make handmade tortillas or how to run a business. What they knew is that...

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Metroid Dread review: It was worth the wait

Oscar Torres, Community News Reporter November 12, 2021

After nearly 20 years since the release of the fourth game in the 2D series, Metroid is back and better than ever with the release of Metroid Dread. Bringing an end to a long-running storyline and starting...

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SoCal Nigerian community and fans enjoy Burna Boy at the Hollywood Bowl

Erik Adams, Community News Reporter November 9, 2021

A funk-laden groove and fiery background stage graphic came to a sudden halt. He waited for a few beats then said: “For those of you who don’t know, they call me Burna Boy.”  The audience’s...

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Did COVID-19 make farmers markets more popular?

Imari Jackson, Community News Reporter November 6, 2021

A lot has changed in Alhambra over the years but one thing that has gone strong for 34 years now is the city’s farmers market. That’s not to say it didn’t shut down temporarily during the COVID-19...

Arturo Nunez, a small business owner, stands behind the counter at his shop while wearing a mask.

Businesses in Central Alameda are bouncing back

Brian Perez, Community News Reporter November 5, 2021

Freshening up their facades and design aesthetics, following public health guidelines and providing takeout options. These are some of the strategies that kept restaurants in Central Alameda in business...

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El Monte abolition reading circle emphasizes community resources

Victoria Ivie, Community News Reporter November 4, 2021

Abolition has come up a lot over the past year or so in discussions of police brutality and defunding prisons. For one El Monte abolition reading circle, abolition is that and also a more personal journey. One...

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Catalytic converter thefts in La Puente and neighboring areas concern residents

Nicholas Juarez, Community News Reporter November 4, 2021

Perhaps fueled by job losses during the pandemic, La Puente residents report an uptick in mentions of thefts of catalytic converters on social media networks such as NextDoor and Facebook. Catalytic...

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Haunted maze, football and tacos delight visitors at Halloween event in Lincoln Heights

Braylin Collins, Community News Reporter November 1, 2021

Parents in costume chase kids around, eliciting delighted shrieks and laughter. Kids of all ages chatter excitedly, strategizing and playing football on a nearby field. Fog machines fill the air...

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