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We asked CD 14 residents what they wanted from their next …
WEB1 day ago — Since July we’ve been collecting responses from Council District 14, asking residents what they want their candidates to focus on this election season.. We shared it online, set up listening posts, and visited farmers markets and neighborhood council meetings. Nearly 500 people participated by voting on their top local and national issues and sharing questions for CD 14 candidates.
Latest stories - Boyle Heights Beat
WEBSep 24, 2024 — Boyle Heights artist Fabian Debora triumphs over adversity to receive prestigious art fellowship. by Elgin Nelson September 24, 2024. For many years, Fabian Debora looked for an escape. He grew up in Boyle Heights at a time when the horrors of gang life, drug abuse and systemic hardship surrounded […] Election 2024.
Get out and about on the Eastside (10/3-10/6) - Boyle Heights Beat
WEB1 day ago — LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes is hosting a free “Malfora” Mixer and Mercado in collaboration with the Queer Mercado in celebration of the lesbian community. There will be music, empowerment, visibility, a marketplace and more to enjoy from 6 to 10 p.m. Space is limited, so make sure to RSVP to attend.. A newly created bilingual Spanish-English production of ¡Celebramos! is coming to Cal ...
Experts weigh in on immigration issues ahead of 2024 presidential ...
WEB1 day ago — A Pew Research Center poll released last week reveals a stark divide between Trump and Harris supporters regarding mass deportations. The poll shows 88% of Trump supporters are in favor of mass deportations compared to only 27% of those who support Harris. Both groups, however, find common ground on other immigration issues: 96% of …
Radio Pulso – A Boyle Heights Beat podcast
WEBRadio Pulso – Episode 15. June is graduation month, and we talk to two Boyle Heights high school graduates who are going away to college. We talk to comedian Jonathan Cerda-Rowell about being Latino and gay and the significance of Pride, and we mark the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots with a frank coversation on LGBTQ issues between our hosts, Carmen González and Andrea Galdámez.
Boyle Heights In Focus
WEBSep 20, 2024 — Get to know the candidates for Assembly District 54: John Yi and Mark Gonzalez September 27, 2024; Only 1 in 5 California community college students makes it to a university, audit says September 27, 2024; Renovation delays at Benjamin Franklin Library push reopening to 2026 September 26, 2024; Updated Boyle Heights Community Plan promises more affordable housing, new zoning along L.A. River ...
Reflection: Beyond the Last Note - Boyle Heights Beat
WEBApr 19, 2024 — A graduating Roosevelt student reflects on her time at the Boyle Heights school. by Angela Caliz April 19, 2024. Roosevelt student Angela Caliz (right) poses next to fellow band mates. Photo courtesy of Caliz. As my high school graduation approaches, I can’t help but reminisce about the last four years.
Boyle Heights Beat is now part of the L.A. Local News Initiative
WEBSep 10, 2024 — Boyle Heights Beat is now part of the L.A. Local News Initiative. Our local newspaper has been providing news por y para la comunidad since 2010. by Jessica Perez September 10, 2024. Youth reporter Kathryn Mora conducts an interview at the 2022 East L.A. Classic. Hola Boyle Heights!
The Election Beat: What you want from your next CD14 leader
WEBSep 25, 2024 — In July, we launched the Election Beat survey to ask residents in Council District 14 what they wanted candidates to talk about this election season. We shared it online, set up listening posts, and visited farmers markets and neighborhood council meetings – we even made stickers! Thanks to the 496 of …