Ivan Fernandez

A.k.a. Afroxander; Editor-At-Large (formerly Weekend Editor) at L.A. Taco and a lecturer at San Diego State University. He has covered arts, culture, history, politics, and sports with an emphasis on Latin America and its U.S. diaspora for over two decades.
IE Taco Is Now a Reality, Thanks To Funding From The CIELO Fund At The Inland Empire Community Foundation
What started with an April Fool’s Day joke has now become a reality. Every month, L.A. TACO will feature a story about the Inland Empire as part of our new and official IE TACO section.
Military Helicopters and Simulated Gunfire Disrupt Multiple Cities in L.A. County
"The city received no advanced notice. I was told that our staff contacted CalPoly officials and confirmed that it was indeed a military exercise by the Department of Defense,” said Council Member Andrew Chou of Diamond Bar, one of the cities affected by U.S. military exercises in the region this week.
The Ultimate Guide To 2026 World Cup Watch Parties And Fútbol Events In L.A.
From small, community events to gatherings at pubs to bombastic, expensive events, we’ve got you covered for this year's World Cup.
Who Won The Top Prize At L.A. TACO’s Inaugural “Taquero Super Torneo?”
Eight taquerias competed in 3-versus-3 soccer matches, but only one reigned victorious!
This WWE Power Couple Is Venturing into L.A.’s Coffee Roasting Scene
World Wrestling Entertainment stars Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch have launched AMO, inspired by their true life, non-kayfabe romance; plus, a short guide to a few of their favorite spots in L.A.
Los Dorados And Los Cholos Are The Big Winners At TACO MADNESS 2026
Over 2,000 of you packed Gloria Molina Grand Park and completely sold out multiple taquerías.
This Is How Crazy and Expensive L.A. World Cup Tickets Are Right Now
FIFA dropped another batch of tickets for the tournament this week as part of a “Last Minute Sale.” Who’s got $6k for the quarterfinal at SoFi in a few months?!
From the Kitchen to the Octagon: One L.A. Chef’s Journey Into the World of Mixed Martial Arts
Chef Walther Adrianzen survived a diabetic coma. He then lost more than 30 lbs. and fought in his first mixed martial arts match.
The Borderless Legend Before The WWE Mask
Rey Mysterio Sr. gave wrestlers a name, a style, and a future in both Californias. A new PBS documentary tells his story.
The Ultimate Guide to the IE: Inner Inland Empire
Home to nearly 5 million people, the Inland Empire is one of Southern California's most misunderstood communities. Written by actual Inland Empire natives, our official guide cuts through the stereotypes and takes you straight to the real spots, including dishes and vibes you just can't get in L.A.









