9 Boyle Heights Brunch Spots to Celebrate Mother’s Day
Boyle Heights offers a rich and flavorful brunch scene perfect for Mother’s Day celebrations or a weekend treat. From pan…
Author: Marcus Blaine
Pope Leo, Italian Beef, and a Chicago Meme Go Viral
A humorous, meme-fueled moment has thrust Chicago’s beloved Italian beef sandwich into the spotlight—this time, through a medieval painting of…
Altadena’s Neighborhood Restaurant Plans Reopening After Fire
The popular Altadena restaurant Neighborhood—known for its intimate community vibe and seasonal California cuisine—was destroyed in a fire in March…
Southern California’s Favorite Diners: A Tribute to Local Classics
Diners are more than just places to grab a meal — they’re community staples filled with nostalgia, character, and comfort…
Why Americans Are Eating Out So Much — And What It’s Costing Them
A growing number of Americans are eating out more frequently than ever, raising concerns about personal finances, health, and cultural…
Cutting Medi-Cal for Undocumented Parents Could Harm Kids
As California considers removing undocumented adults from Medi-Cal to reduce the state’s budget deficit, health advocates warn the move could…
RFK Jr. Spreads False Claim on COVID Vaccine Guidance
Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is falsely claiming that the U.S. government has stopped recommending COVID-19 vaccines for children…
Newsom Budget Plan Cuts Acupuncture from Medi-Cal
California Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed eliminating acupuncture as a covered benefit under Medi-Cal, the state’s public health insurance program,…
U.S. Cancels Bird Flu Vaccine Program Amid H5N1 Concerns
The Trump administration has quietly canceled a key initiative to develop a bird flu vaccine — a move that experts…
Experts Warn of U.S. Food Safety Risks Amid Federal Budget Cuts
Food safety experts are raising concerns after recent federal budget cuts have led to fewer inspections and reduced oversight across…