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...

Cloudy with a strong chance of garlic: new Eagle Rock restaurant blends Asian and American cuisine

The Cloudy Garlic Restaurant opened in Eagle Rock Oct. 6 and has been developing and perfecting a variety of Asian fusion dishes in its...

Men’s rights activist brews up a lawsuit over women-only beer forum

Steve Frye, an Orange County resident, filed a discrimination claim with the Department of Fair and Equal Housing against Eagle Rock Brewery for hosting monthly women-only beer forums. Frye,...

Glendale hospitals give over $400,000 to update city’s medical emergency equipment

In a coordinated effort with local hospitals Adventist Health Glendale, Glendale Memorial Hospital and USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, the Glendale Fire Department has outfitted its 9...

Residents call for more local bands at Eagle Rock festival

Eagle Rock Music Festival's website claims that it is an event by locals, for locals — but community members have raised questions about the...

The pet that lasts: Eagle Rock residents find companionship in tortoises

What's the difference between a tortoise and a turtle? To many, the distinction between these hard-shelled creatures isn't relevant — their similarities outweigh their differences....

Stumptown Coffee to open York Boulevard location

Stumptown Coffee Roasters, a Portland-based coffee chain, will tentatively open in a 1,700 square-foot space on York Boulevard and Munson Avenue in this summer. According to the firm responsible...

Construction of small-lot homes at former Philippine Village to begin soon

Construction will start this year at the location of what was once the Philippine Village community center for a 38-unit multifamily residential development at 4515 Eagle...

Invasive Mosquito Species Plagues Los Angeles

Since 2011, a new mosquito species has caused problems for residents and public health officials in Los Angeles County, according to Kelly Middleton, director of community affairs...