Modern languages professor talks new book, and how Los Angeles transforms love into a journey of identity. Editor’s note: This interview has been edited for length and clarity. “Love in L.A.” explores the contradictions of a city where glamour collides with grit and where brief encounters can leave lasting impressions. The book positions Los Angeles […]
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Dodgers fandom meets complex history of Chavez Ravine
Historians and Toros reflect on Los Angeles’ role in displacement of Latine families. Los Angeles is a baseball town, and on any given day at CSUDH, you see Toros showing off their pride for the Dodgers. As the team made their play for another World Series Championship last month, the campus was awash in Dodger […]
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Riding nowhere fast: Metro needs improvement
With major sporting events on the horizon, Los Angeles public transit still leaves too many riders waiting. Three times a week—Monday, Wednesday, and Friday—I ride the Metro bus for two hours to get to campus. I need to leave by 10 a.m. to make sure I arrive at my 1 p.m. class on time. I […]
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‘Toro Time Live’ explores LA food culture, history
By Alondra Valdez, Staff Reporter Los Angeles has one of the most dynamic food scenes in the world. From tamales and tacos to smash burgers and Korean barbecue, there’s no shortage of spots for hungry foodies to satisfy their appetites. The history of LA cuisine is arguably as storied as the city itself, and for […]
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Super Bowl Weekend is Here – Here’s Ways to Celebrate in Los Angeles
Here’s what you can do in Los Angeles this weekend to celebrate Super Bowl LVI without breaking the bank. Photo by Sterling Davis via Unsplash. By Nisvan Guzman, Staff Writer The Super Bowl is back in Los Angeles after almost 30 years and the city is buzzing with excitement. The Cincinnati Bengals will face off against […]