Monthly Archives: July 2017

Race-based attacks on Boyle Heights businesses prompt this L.A. councilman to take sides

by Ruben Vives | July 29, 2017 Los Angeles City Councilman Jose Huizar spoke out Friday against the vandalism and race-based tactics being used against art galleries and a coffee shop in Boyle Heights amid gentrification concerns, saying the actions were “unacceptable” and would not be tolerated. Huizar said he shared concerns about displacement and rising costs […]