Adolfo Guzman-Lopez
What I cover
I report on the region’s art, artists and creative communities, as well as the news of the day that gives the LAist audience what it needs to know to navigate life in Southern California.
My background
I was born in Mexico City and grew up in Tijuana and San Diego. I’ve put in a lot of miles driving around Southern California to report, and that’s led me to love how distinct each neighborhood is in geography, architecture, warmth and food. I've reported for LAist for 25 years, covering arts, politics, education and many other topics.
My goals
I want to highlight how people connect with each other through arts, culture and more.
Best way to contact me
If you've got any suggestions for people, events or issues I should be covering, email me at aguzman-lopez@laist.com
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The EPA has created two sites in L.A. County to start receiving hazardous household materials for processing.
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LAPD Commander Steve Lurie had helped in LAPD's response to crackdowns on student encampments during protests over the Israel-Gaza war.
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Experts describe smoke damage, but are divided over cleaning or throwing out mattresses, couches, clothes.
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With the Palisades Fire close by, UCLA will move undergraduate and graduate classes online through Friday, Jan. 17.
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The synagogue’s 13 Torah scrolls were saved from the building.
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New UCLA chancellor brings experience as a former University of Miami president, Harvard administrator, and Mexico health secretary.
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The 5-year-old group founded in L.A. holds social gatherings that are part of a wider mission of acceptance of Jewish Latinos.
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Guavas are the main ingredient in the Mexican holiday drink ponche. The warmer weather is lengthening the season of the backyard crop.
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The U.S. Department of Education investigated complaints that five campuses didn't properly address harassment or discrimination related to protests over the war in Gaza.
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As faculty, graduate students and staff organize for better pay and benefits, they're finding inspiration as they ask "can it work here?"