José Huízar granted a delay to start prison term
The former Councilmember has until August 30 to start his 13-year sentence
LATEST NEWS
LA County releases new data, revealing public health inequities in Boyle Heights
Officials say the Community Health Profiles data tool can help inform city and state policies and lead to improved health outcomes, officials say
How to bury a stranger
Every year, an increasing number of people are going unclaimed upon their death. The numbers are rising here in Los Angeles County as well. But what happens to a body that goes unclaimed?
Four minors hospitalized following stolen car crash
The vehicle crashed into a cinder block wall following a short police chase late Tuesday night
“Roosevelt saved my life”: Alumni, current students celebrate Roosevelt High’s centennial
Hundreds of attendees showed up to commemorate the occasion
Happenings in the Heights
Get out and about on the Eastside (4/26-4/30)
Our community reporter’s roundup of events and activities in and around the neighborhood
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looking back
Near century-long story of Candelas Guitars finds a new chapter in next generation
Shop owner Tomás Delgado plans to pass on the legacy to his son in the near future
The Cream Shop earns status as a bonafide Eastside business
Once labeled as a ‘gentrifier,’ the specialty barbershop on César Chávez continues to thrive thanks to owner Lino Campos’ perseverance
Eastside stories and storytellers can still find a stage at Casa 0101
The local nonprofit theater company continues to thrive in its mission of bringing theater, art and educational programs to the neighborhood
arts & culture
L.A. Taco launches membership campaign to save its publication
The independent news outlet is fighting to stay operational
Safety
6th Street Bridge hit-and-run leaves one pedestrian dead in Boyle Heights
The Saturday morning incident is the second fatal crash in the neighborhood reported this week
LAPD launches investigation into “flash robberies” at local retailers
WSS in Boyle Heights was one of several stores robbed by a group of 10-20 individuals last month
Hit-and-run leaves one pedestrian dead in Boyle Heights
The Tuesday evening incident took place near Mendez High School
Business & Development
Board of Supervisors vote to loosen Airbnb’s grip on unincorporated Los Angeles
County supes rein in short-term rental privileges with a new host registration ordinance
After community uproar, East LA Planning Commission votes against controversial Boyle Heights housing project
“This is a win for our community,” said Viva Padilla, a small business owner who opposed the Tiao Properties development
Local film lab proves film isn’t dead on the Eastside
East LA Film Shop has embraced the resurgence of film photography and isn’t looking back
HEALTH
LGBTQ+ group hosts anti-tobacco use forum
Public health groups and members of the LGBTQ+ community attended the event to better educate themselves on the dangers of tobacco use within queer communities
Why tortillas sold in California may be forced to add a new ingredient
California lawmakers are considering a bill that would require tortillas and other foods made with corn masa flour to include the ingredient folic acid. The vitamin reduces the likelihood of birth defects.
Local nonprofits demonstrate how to measure pollution in the neighborhood
Various local non-profits collaborated to host a science walk around South Boyle Heights to educate the community about environmental hazards
BOYLE HEIGHTS IN FOCUS
Roosevelt High to commemorate 100 years with a special event
The centennial celebration will take place this Saturday on campus
“If something wasn’t fair, I would protest it”: Rachael Ochoa-Cervera reflects on her time at Roosevelt High and involvement in the 1968 walkouts
The class of 1967 graduate speaks on the impact Boyle Heights had on her life
Eastside residents and participants of the 1968 walkouts engage in conversation
Mariana Ramírez, a doctoral student and former Roosevelt teacher, organized the event as a way to connect residents with the organizers of this pivotal Chicano/a youth movement
Community Voices
Illustrative inspiration
Ileana Hernandez, a Boyle Heights resident, shares her creativity widely through drawings and designs — along with her web and social media work at SMC — while refusing to let a lifelong condition disable her dreams
African Americans who changed our history for the better
A local youth scholar highlights three important figures in U.S. history
