The Beautiful Game’s Betrayal
As immigration raids spread across Los Angeles in June, many LA Galaxy supporters waited for the club to acknowledge the fear gripping their community.
How a Mobile Car Detailing Business Found Success in South Gate
After realizing that school and overnight warehouse shifts weren’t for him, Bryan Guzman decided to work for himself. The 22-year-old
From Hardship to Hope: Martha Pimentel’s Journey into Special Education Advocacy
Martha Pimentel has spent nearly two decades supporting special education students at Glen A. Wilson High School. Born in rural Mexico and shaped by years of separation, hardship, and faith, she found her way into education later in life after losing her job, car, and home.
Food Banks become a lifeline in Long Beach as SNAP benefits remain uncertain
Nonprofit food banks in Long Beach are seeing longer lines this holiday season as families struggle with rising grocery prices and changes to SNAP benefits.
How Immigrant Labor Sustains California’s Economy Amid Political Pushback
A recent Pew Research Center analysis based on U.S. Census Bureau data shows that as of June 2025, there were about 51.9 million immigrants living in the United States, down from 53.3 million in January, a drop of roughly 1.4 million people in six months.
Monica Campbell: “Why Local News Still Matters and Why California Needs It”
At a time when many communities are losing their local papers, journalist and educator Monica Campbell says Californians still crave trustworthy information about their own neighborhoods. From her post at UC Berkeley, she’s helping train a new generation of reporters to rebuild public trust and keep local journalism alive.
California’s clean energy shift: how ending coal power impacts Latino communities
California has taken another step away from fossil fuels. For the first time in decades, the state will no longer buy electricity produced from coal, ending a long-standing reliance on out-of-state power plants such as the Intermountain facility in Utah. The move is both symbolic and practical.
Xavier Becerra’s California Comeback and Clash with the White House
Xavier Becerra is once again stepping onto familiar ground. After serving in Congress, leading California’s Department of Justice, and joining President Joe Biden’s Cabinet as Secretary of Health and Human Services, he is now seeking the governorship of his home state. His campaign marks both a return to local politics and a renewed confrontation with Donald Trump, now back in the White House.
Sazón de California: Tadin Tea Keeps Latino Traditions Alive, One Cup at a Time
For more than four decades, Tadin Tea has been part of Latino households across California and the United States. Its chamomile, hibiscus, and herbal blends are more than beverages. They are memories of kitchens filled with warmth, conversations with grandparents, and traditions passed from one generation to the next.
¡Presente! Angelica Salas channels struggle into fearless leadership
Angelica Salas has long been a leading advocate for immigrant rights in Los Angeles. Since becoming Executive Director of the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA) in 1999, she has transformed the organization into one of the most powerful immigrant-led advocacy groups in the country.
Latino Representation on the Line as California Weighs Map Overhaul
California’s plan to redraw its congressional map could reshape Latino political power in key regions from the Central Valley to San Diego. Supporters say it is needed to counter gerrymanders in other states while critics warn it could undo recent gains in Latino representation.
California Latinos Face Health Emergency Under Trump
“The Latino community, already tends to use medical services much less. And now, with this restriction, even fewer people will be able to access care”