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Teen and dog fight cancer together
East Hollywood—A teenage boy and a 10-year-old therapy dog bonded instantly at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, as they went through cancer treatment together. As 14-year-old Truman successfully battled leukemia, he would spend his Saturdays with Hogan, a golden retriever that had been diagnosed with cancer weeks before Truman had. “They were instant soulmates,” said Truman’s mother. “We have dogs at home—and that connection is not like this.” Newswise
Metro solicits community feedback for proposed 8-mile river path
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Elysian Valley—Metro is seeking public comment for the draft environmental impact report on a proposed eight-mile bike and walking path along the LA River between Elysian Valley and Maywood through downtown Los Angeles and Vernon. Public hearings include Jan. 21 in Lincoln Heights and Jan. 31 in Boyle Heights. The Eastsider
How guaranteed incomes helped community college students
East Hollywood—A year ago, L.A. community colleges gave about 250 students a guaranteed income of $1,000 a month. Now that those payments have recently ended, how have things worked out for the students? “I’m so close,” said LACC student Adriana Orea about her goal of becoming a a registered nurse. “I can’t wait to be in there.” LAist
The Eastsider 2025 Year-End Fundraiser: Help Us Keep Telling Your Stories
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