In the heart of downtown Los Angeles, the intersection of Crocker and 5th Street—often avoided by locals—marks the center of Skid Row, one of the nation’s most visible homeless communities. For many, this area is synonymous with tents and systemic struggle. But for the people who live here, Skid Row represents community, resilience, and daily life. Now, a transformative initiative is reshaping both public perception and lived reality. Opened in April, the Skid Row Care Campus is a first-of-its-kind facility offering vital services to unhoused residents in a space designed for dignity and inclusion. Spanning 3.4 acres, the campus provides showers, laundry facilities, medical care, and safe places to rest—without fear or judgment.

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Northgate González Market gave back to Southern California communities through scholarships, donations and by honoring 12 local leaders whose dedication and service inspire others

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Guatemalan musician Gaby Moreno was recently nominated for a Latin Grammy for the short film of her song “Lamento” which brings to light a historic location in Guatemala.

Hispanic and Latino populations currently have the highest share of Type O (universal) blood type. The Red Cross aims to attract more donors and rebuild community trust in medical services through its campaign, ‘Los Donantes’.

Governor Gavin Newsom has put his stamp of approval on hundreds of bills sent to him by the state legislature, but he still has a few days to either approve

DannyLux was nominated for a second year in a row for a Latin GRAMMY and to celebrate, he dedicated a billboard to his parents and to immigrants in L.A.

Cal State LA will honor legendary actor Edward James Olmos with the Prism Award during a special evening that includes an on-stage conversation and a screening of “The Ballad of

Honoring Latino heritage, embracing queer identities and providing community resources are what the Latino Equality Alliance (LEA) looks to bring to this year's Calavera LGBTQ+ Festival, taking place in Boyle

At first sight, Valentina Mia Zamora Claros looks like any other nine-year-old. She likes to play, enjoys time with her parents and is a member of a cheerleading team in

DannyLux was nominated for a second year in a row for a Latin GRAMMY and to celebrate, he dedicated a billboard to his parents and to immigrants in L.A.

The car-free open streets event known as CicLAvia will roll through Chinatown, Little Tokyo, Mariachi Plaza and MacArthur Park, and they are calling it “Heart of LA.”

Puerto Rican musical superstar Bad Bunny has issued the Spanish Language Challenge, so that monolinguals can fully enjoy the Super Bowl Halftime show next year. Hurry up, you only have

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Emily Wilder, a Jewish American journalist and human rights advocate based in Los Angeles, was detained by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) on Wednesday after joining The Conscience, a humanitarian vessel aiming to reach Gaza as part of the international Freedom Flotilla mission.

On Tuesday morning, months away from California's gubernatorial primary, Xavier Becerra, a former congressman, state attorney general and the nation’s health and human services secretary during the President Joe Biden

For the first time in four years, there is a possibility that undocumented youth may be able to apply for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) in the near future.

The City of Baldwin Park will honor tradition and celebrate life at the annual Día de los Muertos Celebration on Thursday, October 9, from 5-9 p.m. at Susan Rubio Zócalo

“If you don’t make time for your wellness, you’ll be forced to make time for illness,” says Carlos Siguenza, reflecting on the journey that gave him a second chance at

L.A. Chefs will hold a conversation on L.A.’s rich culinary heritage through the lens of Mexican, French and Indigenous fusion at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes.

Shadow President and man who keeps the mass deportation trains running on time, Stephen Miller, is just fed up with being accurately labeled a fascist and a Nazi. Do not

The City of Pasadena Parks Recreation and Community Services Department (PRCS) and the Pasadena Latino Heritage Committee announce the theme for the 2025 Latino Heritage Festival, “Un Pasado con Orgullo,

After 40 years of filling stages throughout Latin America and the world, Los Fabulosos Cadillacs will start their upcoming tour at the Walt Disney Concert Hall on Saturday, October 18

Organizers for the 2025 Festival Chapin de Los Angeles have decided to reschedule due to actions taken by immigration authorities in L.A. County and neighboring areas.

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