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Angela Gonzales-Torres runs for CA-34 seat
Nov. 3, voters in California's 34th Congressional District (CA-34) will be asked to choose between Democrat incumbent Rep. Jimmy Gomez and Democrat challenger Angela...
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Rooftop comedy show elevates students alongside pros
Avery Dauer (junior) is hosting a stand-up comedy show called "Roof Comedy Night," featuring comedians from Occidental and beyond, Oct. 23, 9 p.m. at...
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Bagel + Slice owner’s lease with Occidental ends Oct. 31
Bagel + Slice owner Michael Robles said he plans to vacate the shop Oct. 31. Robles said he has been trying to keep his...
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Highland Park Neighborhood Council honored with Atkinson Excellence Award
The LA City Board of Neighborhood Commissioners recognized the Historic Highland Park Neighborhood Council (HHPNC) Sept. 22 for their community impact, engagement, collaboration and...
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Local bookstores keep pace with the changing seasons
As fall settles in, local bookstores near Occidental College reflect seasonal changes in the community's relationship with books. Horror and literary winters at the North...
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Students of all ages “Leap Off the Page” in Eagle Rock visual arts class
"LEAP OFF THE PAGE! Be the Hero in Your Own Story," held at Eagle Rock City Hall, is a free-admission visual arts class focused...
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Voters at CD-14 Candidate Forum voice their concerns
Incumbent City Councilmember Kevin de León and tenants rights attorney Ysabel Jurado participated in the CD-14 Candidate Forum to address questions residents had concerning community needs. The...
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Tiny home tenants face barriers moving into affordable housing
An affordable housing development opened in 2023 at 2451 E. Colorado Blvd. According to LA Housing Department Communications Director Sharon Sandow, the development was opened to combat housing...
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‘Special tacos here and there’: taco trucks are vital to the Occidental community
After the Occidental Marketplace closes its doors for the day — as early as 2 p.m. on Saturdays — some students look off campus...
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Dedication to the art of tattooing at Tattoo Love and Body Piercing Co.
Tattoo Love & Body Piercing Co. (Tattoo Love) was the first tattoo and piercing shop established in Eagle Rock, according to George Tavera, the company's...
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Increased policing in Eagle Rock is met with mixed reactions
In response to several break-ins to shops on Colorado Blvd, the City Council of LA approved $100,000 January 2024 to increase foot patrols in Eagle Rock in...
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“There cannot be a bigger contrast”: CD-14 debate presents dueling visions of LA
Tenant rights attorney Ysabel Jurado and incumbent Council Member Kevin de León presented their views on homelessness, LAPD funding and youth investment, among other...
