Community News

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...

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...

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...

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...

From book club to karate class, Eagle Rock community enriches its young people

The Eagle Rock Branch of the Los Angeles Public Library is one of the places in the neighborhood that has numerous programs for children,...

During Spring, religious community flourishes in NELA

Temple Beth Israel of Highland Park stands empty as Rabbi Alex Weisz clears away five large balloons from in front of the Ark. The...

York Manor Market elevates ‘community togetherness’ through creativity

The York Manor has nestled on the corner of York and 49th Street since its construction in 1913. Originally a Methodist congregation, the Manor...

NELA residents reflect on the effects of the Regional Connector Project

The Regional Connector Project was completed June 16, 2023, bringing together the L (Gold), A (Blue), E (Expo), B (Red) and D (Purple) lines at...

“We cater to the old neighborhood”: Baller Hardware’s story offers insight into the pulse of Highland Park

On York Boulevard, Baller Hardware has acted as a cornerstone to the Highland Park community since its opening three years ago. The family-owned hardware...

Highland Theatre closure sparks community mourning and hope for resurrection

Feb. 29, five days before its 99th anniversary, the Highland Theatre closed its doors indefinitely. Since then, graffiti has appeared on the theater's marquee,...

USC Street Medicine teams treat the homeless one patient at a time

In 2018, USC Street Medicine Founders Brett Feldman and Dr. Jehni Robinson took on one of LA’s greatest obstacles: healthcare for its unsheltered homeless...

Get-Out-The-Vote event at The Oinkster encourages civic participation for the Filipino community

With promises of free ube shakes, Filipino merienda, music and vintage cars, Democratic primary candidate for Assembly member for the 52nd district of California...