street vendors Archives - Boyle Heights Beat

Churro vendor stabbed in vicious attack; family pleas for justice

An online fundraiser has been set up for Ignacio Torres, who sells near the Aliso Pico station

‘La lucha sigue’ — LA street vendors win a big battle but the fight is far from over

Two crucial measures were approved by the City Council, but vendors are still holding out for a host of reforms that will truly legalize their work

A day in the life of Boyle Heights during COVID-19

Our photographer took a snapshot of the neighborhood and its residents, dealing with the pandemic

Los Angeles City Council agrees to legalize street vending

Unanimous vote will create a permit system that will go into effect next year, along with new state law

Gov. Brown signs law decriminalizing street vendors

The Safe Sidewalk Vending Act goes into effect in January and allows cities and counties to create local regulation

Decriminalizing street vending moves forward in Los Angeles

Street vendors in Los Angeles will no longer receive a misdemeanor charge for selling food or goods.

A special whistle distinguishes Boyle Heights churro vendor

For some residents of Los Angeles, the sounds of the city are traffic and Metro trains and subways. But, for Boyle Heights residents, the sounds of th... Read More...

Best tamales on the Eastside: Nominations round

The holidays are upon us, and for many that means a whipping out the perfect family recipe for tamales. But if you prefer to spend more time en... Read More...

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