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The Ten Best N.Y.-Style Pizza Joints in Los Angeles
The myth that you can’t do N.Y.-style pizza outside of New York because of the tap water was debunked by every owner we spoke to for this guide, written by a former New Yorker. The pizza here represents much more than a tasty, convenient slice. They represent New York grit and nostalgia.
Update: Boyle Heights’ Anti-Gentrification Mural Is Whitewashed Again
L.A. TACO has confirmed that as of Tuesday, February 4, 2025, Sergio Robleto's mural against gentrification has been whitewashed again. "It is no surprise they did this," Robleto tells L.A. TACO.
The 21 Best Wings In Los Angeles
For Super Bowl week, or any other week. In L.A., you'll find Cambodian, Caribbean, and Thai wings. Al pastor, garam masala, butter chicken, and mole wings. Buffalo, Korean-fried, wood-smoked, and Flamin' Hot Cheeto-dusted wings.
Thousands Marched On Downtown L.A. and Shut Down The 101 Freeway To Protest Trump’s Mass Deportation Threats
Many of those marching were fueled along the way by street vendors selling bacon-wrapped hot dogs, freshly squeezed orange juice, and snacks, as other community members handed out free water bottles to demonstrators.
L.A.’s Black and Brown-Led Hardcore Scene Raises More Than $30K for Families Affected by Fires In Sold-Out Show
L.A.'s passionate hardcore community filled The Belasco Theater last night for a historic lineup that brought together two of the heaviest and biggest L.A.-raised bands for the first time in one show, Xibalba and Zulu. Along with other pioneering and emerging bands, Rotting Out, Strife, God's Hate, Downpresser, and Watch Your Fate from L.A. and H20 from New York.
Call These Numbers If You See ICE Activity, From L.A. and Riverside to the Central Valley
In case of an emergency, you can report ICE activity and enforcement actions to spread awareness by calling your local rapid response network. Bookmark these numbers today. We also provided this article in en español.
What to Know About Mexico’s Bold Move to Ban Growing GMO Corn (Yet Being the Biggest Consumer of American-Grown GMO Corn)
The move to at least ban Mexico’s planting of GMO corn is Sheinbaum’s way of fighting back against Mexico losing its war against the import of American-grown GMO corn in Mexico.
City Displaces Dozens of Street Vendors After Installing Blocks-Long Fence in MacArthur Park
“This feels like gentrification happening before us, and at the end of the day, the crime is still there, and the sale of illegal drugs is still there,” said Juan Rodriguez, a local street vendor organizer and advocate, during an interview with L.A.TACO.
The L.A. TACO Guide to Lunar New Year In Los Angeles: Eating Your Way To Better Luck and a Longer Life
Here’s an unusual rule of thumb for the Lunar New Year: If it sounds lucky, eat it. In Los Angeles, your options are endless.
The 10 Best Pho Spots In Los Angeles and Orange County
A good bowl of pho is the perfect companion to cold-weather, judged on the quality of its broth, which usually takes hours to simmer to a beautiful depth of flavor. Here are 10 spots that are worth seeking out.
