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Erick Galindo is an award-winning writer, director, and journalist from Southeast L.A. His work spans TV, film, podcasts, and essays that explore the intersection of identity, culture, and chaos in Los Angeles.

Erick Galindo

Events

Thanksgiving Weekend Guide: Champagne Buffet, Tamale Festival, Black Friday Pop-Up & More ~ GTFO LA!

Cesar Hernandez is Lynwood&#8217;s second best export behind Weird Al, and a writer and podcaster. Illustration by Tommy Gallegos.

Cesar Hernandez

Tacos

It’s All About the Bread: The 10 Best Tortas Ahogadas in Los Angeles

Weekend Guide: Jurassic Park Art Show, L.A. Zoo Lights, ‘Remember Boyle Heights’ & More ~ GTFO LA!

Tina Sampay is a writer and journalist from South Central Los Angeles.

Tina Sampay

News

Downtown Development Is Pushing Homeless Encampments and RVs Into Residential Streets of South Central

Philip Iglauer covered all things Koreana for 15 years — foreign diplomats, kimchi, Samsung and, of course, North Korea — out of Seoul. After returning to his native Northeast Los Angeles in late 2016, he freelances on his hometown’s goings-on.

Philip Iglauer

A Main Backer of Prop 10 Had One of Its Offices Broken Into and Burnt Down

Weekend Guide: Ben is Dead Magazine Reunion, Cheat Day Land, Vegan Festival, Birria & More ~ GTFO LA!

Nash Baker is a crime scene videographer and regular contributor to L.A. Taco.

Nash Baker

Maxine Waters Takes a Victory Lap in South L.A. ~ L.A. Taco Video

Politics

Jose Huizar, Boyle Heights Rep on City Council, Sued by Two Former Staffers

Weekend Guide: Muertos Film Fest, theLAnd Launch Party, Tropicalia & More ~ GTFO LA!

Erwin Recinos is a seasoned visual artist with an eye for capturing life as a working commuter aboard public transportation in and around Los Angeles. For 20 years now, Recinos has been documenting the urban landscape, street culture, and Hispanic communities of Los Angeles utilizing his daily routine and the city of Los Angeles as an inspiration. Recinos also works with popular food and event websites such as LATACO.com and Eater LA to capture the cuisine and culture that is so important to the city of Los Angeles and across Southern California.

Erwin Recinos

‘Circo de Vampiros’ Invades The Mayan for Lucha VaVoom’s Halloween Night

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