By Ashley Orona Contributing Writer BELL GARDENS — A young candidate is expected to win one of two open City Council seats, reflecting local residents’ […]
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South Gate helps residents observe Day of the Dead
By Ashley Orona Contributing Writer SOUTH GATE — The city launched its first Dia de los Muertos exhibit Nov. 2 to honor those who have […]
South Gate council rejects apartment complex plans
By Ashley Orona Contributing Writer SOUTH GATE — The City Council has rejected a developer’s application to waive certain building requirements for a housing project […]
Lincoln Heights residents fear large housing project
By Ashley Orona Contributing Writer LINCOLN HEIGHTS — Residents lost an appeal to block the construction of a large housing complex that they believe will […]
Boyle Heights plan to save small grocery stores underway
By Ashley Orona Contributing Writer BOYLE HEIGHTS — The community is banding together to protect small neighborhood grocery stores that function as a source of […]
Residents outraged over Exide bankruptcy plan
By Ashley Orona Contributing Writer VERNON — A federal court’s decision Oct. 16 to allow Exide to abandon its contaminated battery-recycling facility — putting taxpayers […]
Bicycle Casino reopens with COVID-19 health restrictions
By Ashley Orona Contributing Writer BELL GARDENS — The Bicycle Hotel and Casino reopened Oct. 5 after the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health […]
Cudahy school alumni host College Week activities
NEWS DIGEST By Ashley Orona Contributing Writer CUDAHY — The Elizabeth Learning Center Alumni Association is hosting the last of its College Week for high […]
Residents oppose Mariachi Plaza housing project
By Ashley Orona Contributing Writer BOYLE HEIGHTS — An affordable housing development planned for Mariachi Plaza is attracting considerable neighborhood opposition, despite years of discussion […]
Friends take on renovations for families in need
By Ashley Orona Contributing Writer HUNTINGTON PARK — As more families stay home because of the COVID-19 pandemic, three friends have begun renovating homes in […]