The quarantine began in March and we're still living in some level of self-isolation. As the August heat wave hit Los Angeles, the fans and portable air conditioner at home were fighting a losing battle. It was time to find ways to leave the house while maintaining health precautions. The best thing to do was … Continue reading Exploring L.A. During Quarantine
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Los Angeles Is Broiling
This is not breaking news but it's also impossible to not make it a talking point: The city is scorching hot! The worst part about it, we're all stuck at home. As we kicked off August, temperatures were daily in the high 70's and low 80's. Clouds rolled in for a couple of days and … Continue reading Los Angeles Is Broiling
The Neighborhoods Buried Beneath Dodger Stadium
Inspired by Eric Nusbaum's Stealing Home I was born in El Salvador in 1980 and came to Los Angeles when I was eight years old. I fell in love with baseball instantly. My first visit to Dodger Stadium is firmly planted in my brain. I went with my cousin and our uncle to a Saturday … Continue reading The Neighborhoods Buried Beneath Dodger Stadium
July 6, 2020: Last Week in Los Angeles
Independence Day was different this year but the celebration still took over the skies that night and the morning after. Read on to see how the 4th of July looked in Los Angeles. Lighting up the Skies https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIvdcdogC6k Video Source: SoCal Attractions 360 Official fireworks displays were canceled in all of Los Angeles. And yet, … Continue reading July 6, 2020: Last Week in Los Angeles
June 29, 2020: Last Week in Los Angeles
2020 will be like no other... but at least there will be baseball. It's Time for Dodger Baseball Play ball! We will have baseball in 2020! The season will begin July 24 and consist of 60 games. The Dodgers will play the western division teams of both leagues. Spitting will not be allowed, players will … Continue reading June 29, 2020: Last Week in Los Angeles
June 22, 2020: Last Week in Los Angeles
Things are open and there are more people on the road. Here are some of the key moments of the last week in the city of Los Angeles. DACA Remains in Place Image Source: immigrantlc.org The Supreme Court decided on June 18 the DACA program would remain in place. It was the opinion of the … Continue reading June 22, 2020: Last Week in Los Angeles