<body><div><h2>Hello Wednesday!</h2><p><i>Here's the latest from</i> <i>TheEastsiderLA.com</i><i>.</i></p><p>Did your candidate win? Did your ballot measure pass? Or are you still hitting refresh? If you’re in that last camp, you’ve got company.</p><p>Now on to today's news.</p><p><b>—</b><b>Robert Fulton</b></p><p><b>•</b> <b>Got a story idea or photo to share?</b> Submit it here<b>.</b></p><p><b>•</b> <b>Interested in advertising to our 10,000+ Eastsider subscribers?</b> <b>Contact us</b></p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=2iFeUZ_1GlHqMNu00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=2iFeUZ_1GlHqMNu00" width="1200" height="553" ><figcaption>Photo by Katrina Alexy for the Eastsider</figcaption></figure><h2>📷 <b>Eastside Scene</b></h2><p><b>Debs Park</b>—Enjoying the golden hour view. Thanks to <b>Katrina Alexy</b> for sharing the photo.</p><p>Go here to share your neighborhood photos or reply to this newsletter with your photo and details about the image. You can also tag your Instagram photos with #theeastsiderla.</p><h2>🗳️ Election Results</h2><p><b>Mayor's Race:</b> City Councilwoman Nithya Raman of Silver Lake narrowly overtook Mayor Karen Bass for the lead in the race for Los Angeles mayor, as ballots continued to be counted today. The Eastsider</p><p><b>34th Congressional District:</b> Democratic Socialist Angela Gonzales-Torres of Highland Park appeared headed for victory today with a 58%-42% lead over Rep. Jimmy Gomez in the 34th Congressional District, which covers much of the Eastside. The Eastsider</p><p><b>26th State Senate District:</b> Sara Hernandez maintained a wide lead over Sarah Rascón today in the race to represent State Senate District 26, according to preliminary results. The Eastsider</p><p><b>L.A. City Ballot Measures:</b> Los Angeles city voters tonight were poised to approve a half-cent sales tax increase projected to provide the Fire Department with an additional $345 million annually, while county voters overwhelmingly backed a measure to establish ethics reforms. The Eastsider</p><h2>📢 News</h2><h2>Garage fire extinguished</h2><p><b>Los Feliz–</b>Fire crews knocked down a fire in a detached garage that spread to a residence Tuesday night; no injuries were reported. The Eastsider</p><h2>🗒️Notebook</h2><h2>ICE arrests by 'ICE-free' Sheriff’s station</h2><p><b>East Los Angeles</b>—A video shows federal immigration agents detaining a man outside the East Los Angeles Sheriff’s Station, even though County government property is not supposed to be used for unauthorized civil immigration enforcement. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed that men from Guatemala and Colombia had been arrested near the Sheriff’s station on Oct. 19 and Oct. 31. The two men had prior arrests for felony sale of marijuana and driving under the influence. Boyle Heights Beat</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3Bg6Yx_1GlHqMNu00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3Bg6Yx_1GlHqMNu00" width="1200" height="800" ></figure><p><b>SPONSORED BY JULIUS BARADAS</b></p><h2>Is Your Medicare Plan Changing in 2027?</h2><p>Medicare plans can change every year. Are your doctors, prescriptions, and benefits still covered in 2027?</p><p>I'm Julius Baradas, an independent, licensed Medicare insurance broker with 65isHere Insurance. I help you understand your Medicare options, compare available plans, and make informed decisions.</p><p>Medicare Annual Enrollment runs Oct. 15 through Dec. 7.</p><p>Schedule your FREE, no-obligation Medicare consultation today!</p><p><b>&gt;&gt;&gt; Visit</b> <b>65isHere.com</b></p><p><b>Julius Baradas, Independent Licensed Medicare Insurance Agent</b></p><ul><li>(213) 566-3183</li></ul><h2>📈 Eastside Biz</h2><p><b>By Eastsider staff</b></p><p><i>To get a weekly roundup of Business News sent to your inbox,</i> <i>sign up here</i></p><h2>Pilates studio expands</h2><p><b>Eagle Rock</b>—Kiko Pilates is moving into a larger studio at 1916 Colorado Blvd., Suite D, less than two years after owner Danielle Yasuda relocated to Eagle Rock after her home was destroyed in the Altadena fire. The studio will celebrate its expansion with a grand opening party on Sunday, Nov. 8, from 5 pm to 8 pm. The open house will feature drinks, light bites and a free prize raffle.</p><h2>Work underway to expand mental health treatment</h2><p><b>East Hollywood / Echo Park—</b>Gateways Hospital and Mental Health Centers has raised $170 million, mostly through grants, to expand mental health and substance use treatment in Los Angeles County, the Los Angeles Business Journal reported. The nonprofit is building a 37-bed inpatient wing for teens next to its Echo Park hospital and plans to convert its existing adolescent beds for adult patients. The expansion also includes a 125-bed residential treatment facility in East Hollywood and a Glendale center offering residential and outpatient care.</p><h2>A growing gallery scene</h2><p>A gallery in a Highland Park backyard and another in a Glassell Park building shared with working artists are among 15 L.A. art spaces the Los Angeles Times highlighted. Feia Studio pairs art and design in a Highland Park ADU, with sculptures on the roof deck. Dominique Porter opened her namesake Glassell Park gallery after losing her Altadena home in the Eaton fire. The list also includes The Loved One in Historic Filipinotown.</p><h2>USC Norris names new cancer center chief</h2><p><b>Boyle Heights—</b>Oncologist Anthony B. El-Khoueiry took over as director of the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center on Nov. 1. He previously served as the center’s associate director for clinical research and launched its first program to test experimental cancer drugs in people.</p><h2>New deli coming to York?</h2><p><b>Eagle Rock—</b> A “Coming Soon Dec. 1” sign for Lola Deli has appeared at the former Bagel and Slice location at 4751 York Blvd. A QR code on the sign leads to the website for Lola Cafe on Colorado Boulevard. The Eastsider has contacted Lola Cafe to confirm the opening and learn more about the York Boulevard deli.</p><h2><b>⭐</b> <b>Root-Cause Medicine in Downtown Los Angeles</b></h2><p>Are you struggling with chronic health concerns, digestive problems, poor sleep, fatigue, or hormonal imbalances? Dr. Anita Kriplani takes the time to listen, understand your concerns, and explore the underlying causes of your symptoms, offering personalized, restorative care. Complete the “Connect with Us” form for your no-obligation discovery call. <b>[Sponsored]</b></p><h2>ICYMI</h2><p><b>Silver Lake—</b>Sunset Boulevard has a new bakery. Dear Guest Bakery &amp; Cafe soft-opened last week, with a vibey interior and flaky pastries. They are open Thursday to Monday from 9 am to 3 pm.</p><p><b>Boyle Heights—</b>There’s also a new coffee shop in Boyle Heights. Cafe Latino serves coffee on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 am to 3 pm on Wabash Avenue.</p><h2>🛍️ Saturday Shopper</h2><p>Eastside businesses are welcome to promote their upcoming sales, discounts and deals and share news of new products, services (even job openings) in the Saturday Shopper, a special section in the Saturday edition of the Eastsider Newsletter. Submit your news.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=28zNK6_1GlHqMNu00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=28zNK6_1GlHqMNu00" width="1200" height="882" ><figcaption>The new Cypress Park veterans monument is taking shape.&nbsp; Photo by Jesús Sanchez for the Eastsider</figcaption></figure><p><b>CYPRESS PARK</b></p><h2>Veterans Memorial to be replaced - again</h2><p>The <b>veterans plaque at the corner of Pepper and Cypress avenues</b> is being replaced for the second time in two and a half years.</p><p>The City Council has secured about $55,000 to <b>replace the Cypress Park Veterans Memorial and a nearby flagpole</b>, both of which were damaged in a car accident around July.</p><p>The goal is to have the new <b>memorial plaque installed by Nov. 10, before Veterans Day</b>, according to Naomi Roochnik, a spokesperson for City Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez.</p><p>The new memorial will be the same as the last one, except it will be <b>perched on a three-foot-tall, angled stand.</b> The previous memorial plaque was embedded in a stone at ground level. </p><p>The idea for the angled stand came from the council office, according to Thomas Atkins, assistant chairman for the El Rio Veterans organization, which has been working with the City Council District 1 office on the project. </p><p>“When the thing is in an upright position, you can see it more clearly,” Atkins said. </p><p>Like the previous memorial, the new plaque will be made of granite. The <b>site used to have a bronze plaque, but Roochnik said it was reported stolen</b> in March 2024.</p><h2>🧭 The Guides</h2><h2>🗓️ Things to Do </h2><p><b>By Jennifer Rodriguez</b></p><h2>⭐ Featured Events</h2><p>At The Turning Of Ages: Dowland &amp; Stylus Phantasticus. Performed by ELETTARIA, this program explores that fascinating moment when two musical ages existed side by side, revealing a world in transition: graceful, experimental and full of discovery. <b>Saturday, Nov. 14.</b> <b>Details</b></p><h2>Wednesday, Nov. 4</h2><p><b>Montecito Heights—</b>Head to The Audubon Center for BIRDBRAIN: Recycle the Runway, a one-night-only showcase where local fashion meets conservation. 👠♻️</p><h2>Thursday, Nov. 5</h2><p><b>Silver Lake—</b>Get tickets to Good News: A Comedy Fundraiser for L.A. Journalism at the Lyric Hyperion Theater. Funds will support the Los Angeles Reporting Collective. 🎭</p><p><b>&gt;&gt;&gt;</b> <b>Go here for more events</b></p><h2>👋 That's it!</h2><p>Thanks for reading.</p><p><b>—Robert Fulton</b></p><p><b>Did someone forward this newsletter to you?</b> Sign up here for your own free subscription.</p><h2><b>📈 374 Monthly</b> <b>Reader Sponsors</b> <b>and Counting!</b></h2><p>We rely on our Reader Sponsors to sustain and expand our staff and provide more community news you can't find anywhere else. You can give as little as $5 a month in automatic payments to the Eastside Community News Fund. </p><p>I hope we can count on you. And if you are not ready for a monthly commitment, <b>you can always make a one-time contribution</b>. Thanks!</p><p>— Jesús Sanchez, Publisher</p><p>👉 Go Here to <b>Contribute</b> <b>(Now Tax-Deductible!)</b></p><h2>📋 <b>What did you think of today's newsletter?</b></h2><h2>Support Eastside Community News — Now Tax-Deductible </h2><p>You can now make a tax-deductible contribution to support The Eastsider’s civic and accountability coverage on the Eastside.</p><p>Choose what works for you: </p><p><b>• Become a monthly supporter and help us reach 500 neighbors funding daily reporting</b></p><p><b>• Make a single gift to our new Eastside Community News Fund</b></p><p>Strong local news keeps residents informed and leaders accountable.</p><p>Thank you for your consideration.</p><p>—Jesús Sanchez, Publisher</p></div></body>

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