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In the wake of the City Council tape scandal, Indigenous leaders are pushing for better representation and recognition.

Disparaging remarks about Oaxacans from the Los Angeles City Council president shocked a city that prides itself on tolerance. But they highlighted a history of racism within the Latino community.

'I thought we had made great progress in the last three years in gaining recognition,' said one Oaxacan, who criticized remarks by Nury Martinez.

The racist comments by Councilmember Nury Martinez in a leaked recording are only part of a chaotic political landscape in Los Angeles, where an election is just weeks away.

Plus, a bunch of local openings to know around the city, including beef rolls in El Segundo and Italian food and cocktails on a rooftop in Silver Lake

Pulque, tejuino, tepache: how to tell you're drinking the good stuff.

Dishes from Valles Centrales like empanadas de amarillo, menudo, and estofado verde star at this once-a-week kitchen

Accomplished L.A. pastry chef Sahar Shomali yearned for the Iranian breads she grew up with — so she re-created them.

Los Angeles may be the best city in which to sip this complex agave spirit — but when does it become too much of a good thing?

Los Angeles may be the best city in which to sip this complex agave spirit — but when does it become too much of a good thing?