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Eater
3 days ago
- Politics
- Eater
LA's Mexican and Central American Street Food Vendors Go Into Hiding as ICE Raids Continue
On Father's Day, June 15, Tacos de Cabrito y Machito El Lagunero, a street food operation serving traditional spit-roasted kid from Mexico's Comarca Lagunera region, was forced to close despite plans to celebrate its third anniversary. The streets of Muscoy were empty due to ongoing, unprecedented mass deportation raids enacted by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), centered in Los Angeles, a sanctuary city, and surrounding communities that are likewise a protected jurisdiction in the sanctuary state of California. Muscoy is a semi-rural community located about 60 miles east of Downtown Los Angeles with 88 percent Latino residents, according to the 2022 census. Many of the homes offer ample space, some featuring small farms and horse stables. The roadsides, lots, and private residences host a variety of Mexican food specialists in a sleepy rancho that looks like it was carved out a Mexican countryside, but instead in San Bernardino County. ICE's immigration sweep operation in Southern California, which began on June 6, included a $134 million price tag to fund a federalized California National Guard that Trump ordered into Los Angeles on June 7, despite strong objection from Gov. Gavin Newsom, as well as the deployment of 700 California-based Marines, who Trump ordered into Los Angeles to quell mounting protests. The Los Angeles Times reports that, as of June 11, an estimated 330 people have been arrested and detained as a result of these sweeps. A report by the Bay Area Council Economic Institute estimates that mass deportations could impact the state's GDP by $278 billion. In the balance is the fate of Los Angeles street food vendors still reeling from the impacts of a global pandemic and the Los Angeles wildfires in January 2025. Due to the raids, Tacos de Cabrito y Machito El Lagunero's owners Francisco Salinas and Vanessa Sánchez tell Eater the business had a lower-than-expected turnout on Sunday, June 8, so they decided to close on Father's Day until things cooled down. 'We see them [ICE] here every day, and people are afraid to go outside,' says Salinas. That same day, another Muscoy vendor, Juan Flores of Ceviche Hot Spot, known locally for ceviche-topped michelada cups and aguachiles of shrimp, was allegedly detained and deported. 'Last Monday, they grabbed him coming out of his house, and he was deported to Tijuana that same day,' says Salinas, who received a message from Flores on WhatsApp asking for support for his family who remain in California. Across social media, videos show families separated and neighbors screaming and crying as ICE officers arrest undocumented immigrants throughout Los Angeles. These scenes have filled the Latino community with terror, helplessness, and despair. Over Father's Day weekend, the streets and avenues flanking the 110 Freeway in South Central that are typically vibrant with brightly wrapped food trucks and hanging lights strewn above sizzling planchas have been emptied out. Tacos Los Güichos, Eater LA's pick for best al pastor spot and a mainstay on Slauson Avenue since 1974, has vanished. This part of the city simply doesn't look the same without its street food vendors. With raids targeting swap meets, taco trucks, food stands, and Home Depot parking lots, the enforcement is seemingly targeting Latino majority communities. Instagram user Arnie Abramyan, @arnieabramyan, posted a video on June 11 of an abandoned taco stand on Foothill Boulevard in Tujunga, across the street from the In-N-Out Burger. In the video, Abramyan alleges that ICE had raided the stand and that its workers had been detained. Eater has not been able to independently confirm his account. The video shows a deserted stand; a fully loaded trompo; and condiments like salsa, chopped cilantro, and onions left uncovered in plastic containers. On June 12, Jason's Tacos owner, Jason Devora, posted on his food truck's Instagram that his workers had been taken by ICE, leaving his truck unmanned. L.A. Taco reported that customers were also allegedly detained as collateral arrests, arrests of otherwise law-abiding immigrants with varying degrees of legal status, which has emerged as a common tactic as part of President Donald Trump's mass deportation of up to 3,000 people per day that has specifically targeted Democratic-run cities. 'I'm sure they are racially profiling us; look at the neighborhoods they are going to and [ask] why aren't they in Beverly Hills and those places?' says Rocio Ortega, the daughter of founder Raul Ortega of Boyle Heights seafood truck Mariscos Jalisco. Michelin Bib Gourmand Mariscos Jaliscos, celebrated for its crispy taco de camarón bathed in a tangy tomato salsa, has made adjustments to protect its staff and customers. 'We are doing the best we can with limited staff because we've asked some of them to stay home,' says owner Raul Ortega, 'The dining room is closed, too, because ICE can just go wherever they please without asking.' Restaurants can designate private spaces to keep ICE from detaining employees, nevertheless, opening the dining room at Mariscos Jalisco compromises the safety of customers who may be undocumented. The Mariscos Jalisco truck in Downtown LA's Fashion District that Rocio Ortega and one other cook operate remains closed for the time being. Ortega arrived at the truck around 10 a.m. on June 6 and saw a crowd gathering around FBI agents. Ambiance Apparel, where the ICE raids began in Los Angeles, is right around the corner from the truck. 'I didn't know what was going on so I started to record video, and then the employee working with me saw a group of people with Police HSI on their [bulletproof] vests,' says Rocio. Mariscos Jalisco now operates its Boyle Heights and Mid-City trucks with a skeleton crew, while the brick-and-mortar location in Pomona opens or closes depending on if they have enough staff to work a particular shift, which has not been a certain process. 'For now we are just taking it day by day to see which locations we can open, but it's exhausting running our business without [enough] staff,' says Rocio. Many vendors have opted to close to keep workers and customers safe. On Instagram, Los Sabrosos Al Horno owner David Delfin wrote that the stand would close until further notice. Delfin specializes in whole suckling roasted in a caja china that is carved up for Acaponeta-style tacos de lechón, spiced by salsa of yellow mustard and chiles guëros. Popular birria vendor Birria El Jaliciense posted on June 13 that they would be closing until further notice, thanking their customers for their understanding and reminding them to take care. 'We are doing private events, and served tacos last Saturday, but other than that there's no point in setting up, because there are no customers. Everyone is staying home,' says Delfín. Preparing a whole suckling pig is costly, and Delfín counts on selling out in order to make the operation worth his time. All of the enforcement activity has resulted in a significant economic and emotional toll on taqueros, their employees, and customers. 'I'm sad, I'm scared, and it's just been a rollercoaster seeing all these videos of kidnappings; it's breaking my heart,' says Rocio. And with no end in sight to the ICE raids, there is no telling how long this will impact the terrified Latino community. 'I have enough money to maybe last three or four months, and that's it,' says Salinas. 'Then we will have to see what happens. Muscoy was a safe place for us. But now, with all this, maybe it's not worth it to be in America anymore.' See More:
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Newberg vineyard workers arrested in targeted ICE raids: Salinas
PORTLAND, Ore. () — Two vineyard workers were targeted in arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs officers in Newberg on Thursday, the office of U.S. Congresswoman Andrea Salinas confirmed to KOIN 6 News. In a statement, Salinas confirmed the arrests of the vineyard workers. 'There were two targeted ICE arrests of vineyard workers in Newberg. As a part of my Congressional duty, I am meeting with ICE to ensure they maintain the right to due process for all detained individuals. I have also spoken at length with Latino leaders in the community to ensure individuals know their rights and how I can support them,' Salinas, a Democrat representing Oregon's 6th Congressional District, said. Portland police respond to protests outside ICE facility Authorities have not released the names of those arrested, nor have they immediately released further details about the arrests. However, KOIN 6 News spoke with family members of a person who they said is one of the people who was arrested. The family told KOIN 6 that Moises Sotelo was detained by ICE after his daughter, Alondra Sotelo Garcia, tracked his phone to the ICE detention center in Portland after he'd gone missing. Moises is a fixture in Oregon wine country, his daughter said. He had spent two decades working there, earning awards along the way, before launching his own business earlier this year. The business was aimed at helping wineries manage their grape crops. 'He's a good man, taxpayer, hard working man, proud of what he does, granpa, dad, uncle,' Alondra said. On Thursday morning, Moises vanished, Alondra said. His truck was left misparked on the street he drives every day in Newberg. She knew instantly, ICE had taken him, before her fears were confirmed by tracking his phone. 'Whispers here and there of possible spotting but when it happens to you, it's a whole different feeling, ordeal, you enter into panic,' Alondra said. After seeing that his phone location was listed as being in Portland, she rushed to the ICE facility there to see him. 'I just saw my dad chained at his feet, you know, with a big old smile, still trying to keep his head up for me, more than anybody in that moment,' Alondra said. Outside the Portland facility, where protesters have been gathered for days, a sign now hangs, reading, 'Free Moises.' Alondra declined to discuss her father's immigration status. But the process is often long, complicated and costly. Still tracking her dad's phone, Alondra heard a ping, mid-interview, notifying her that he was being moved. She traced his path as he moved north on I-5, toward Tacoma, Washington. 'This is news to me,' she said. Alondra said the entire ordeal represents a call to stay ready and aware. 'Just for being brown, even if you're a citizen, you're still at risk,' she said. The arrests come amid growing protests across the nation, , over federal immigration enforcement raids around the country. KOIN 6 News has reached out to ICE for more information. We will update this story if they respond. The Yamhill County Sheriff's Office shared the following statement with KOIN 6 News after our request for comment: 'I cannot confirm anything definitively, as I have not seen anything myself, and I have not had any direct communication from any federal entities. I have had several reports of ICE enforcement action in Yamhill County today and have received two inquiries in prior days from media outlets asking me to confirm if I have any information. I have received some information today third hand which I would deem to be credible information, which suggests that there has been some level of enforcement activity at least today in Yamhill County.' –Yamhill County Sheriff Sam Elliot The Newberg-Dundee School District shared the following letter with KOIN 6 News that they shared with community members: Dear Newberg Dundee Community,We were made aware of ICE activity in our community over the night and throughout today. Our leadership team worked closely with school principals to ensure a safe and secure last day of school. At this time, we have not had any disruptions to our schools or offices, and we ended our last day of school safely. As a reminder of how Newberg Dundee schools will respond in these cases, we want to reiterate our January 27 communication:Here is what you need to know:Student Records and Privacy Protections:Our actions are guided by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). FERPA strictly prohibits the release of student records or personally identifiable information without prior parental consent, except in very limited circumstances (such as cases involving child abuse). This applies to all requests, whether from federal, state, or local for Access to Students:If any official, including federal authorities, arrives at a school requesting information or access to a student, they will be referred to the district office. This ensures a consistent and legally compliant response to every Requirements for Information Disclosure:The only circumstances under which we would release student information are: When presented with a valid judicial subpoena or court order. When disclosure falls under the board-approved Directory Information policy (JOA), what may be shared is highly limited. Administrative Training and Compliance:We have met with all school administrators to review and reinforce these policies. Every principal understands their responsibility to safeguard student information and ensure compliance with federal and state laws. Our commitment is clear: Every student in our district has the right to a safe and supportive learning environment free from fear or unnecessary ParkerSuperintendentNewberg Dundee School District Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Want to boost brain health? Scientists recommed finding a person with THIS quality
Having someone who listens attentively may significantly boost cognitive resilience, according to a recent study. Researchers found that adults with readily available listeners demonstrated better cognitive function, even with age-related brain volume loss. This social support could potentially slow cognitive aging and delay Alzheimer's symptoms. Keeping the brain sharp is crucial for overall well-being. From cognition, memory, and emotional regulation, a healthy brain plays a key role in how we function daily. While we often turn to puzzles, exercise, and diet to maintain brain health, scientists now say something much simpler, yet often overlooked, could be just as powerful: having someone who listens! A study published in JAMA Network found a link between having someone you can count on to listen to you when you need to talk, with improved cognitive resilience. A person who is all ears According to the study, adults who have access to a good listener, a person who is available most or all of the time to provide emotional support, show significantly better cognitive resilience. This interaction will help the brain from declining, even with aging or diseases like Alzheimer's. 'We think of cognitive resilience as a buffer to the effects of brain aging and disease. This study adds to growing evidence that people can take steps, either for themselves or the people they care about most, to increase the odds they'll slow down cognitive aging or prevent the development of symptoms of Alzheimer's disease—something that is all the more important given that we still don't have a cure for the disease,' lead researcher Joel Salinas said. About 5 million people in America are living with Alzheimer's disease, a progressive condition that affects mostly those over 65. This condition interferes with memory, language, decision-making, and the ability to live independently. Salinas added that the results of this study indicate that people younger than 65 would benefit from social support. For every unit of brain volume loss, people in their 40s and 50s who had fewer listeners showed cognitive abilities similar to someone four years older than those who had more listeners. 'These four years can be incredibly precious. Too often, we think about how to protect our brain health when we're much older, after we've already lost a lot of time decades before to build and sustain brain-healthy habits. But today, right now, you can ask yourself if you truly have someone available to listen to you in a supportive way, and ask your loved ones the same. Taking that simple action sets the process in motion for you to ultimately have better odds of long-term brain health and the best quality of life you can have,' Salinas said. The study Researchers analyzed data from 2,171 participants in the Framingham Heart Study, one of the longest-running community-based studies in the U.S., with an average participant age of 63. The participants self-reported about the various types of social support they have, including access to someone who listens, offers good advice, and provides emotional support. The cognitive resilience of the participants was measured as the relative effect of total cerebral brain volume on global cognition, using MRI scans and neuropsychological assessments. Lower brain volumes tend to be associated with lower cognitive function. The researchers examined the modifying effect of individual forms of social support on the relationship between cerebral volume and cognitive performance. They found that the cognitive function of individuals with greater availability of one specific form of social support was higher relative to their total cerebral volume. This particular form of 'social support' was the availability of a listener, and it was linked with increased cognitive resilience. What you should do 'Loneliness is one of the many symptoms of depression, and has other health implications for patients. These kinds of questions about a person's social relationships and feelings of loneliness can tell you a lot about a patient's broader social circumstances, their future health, and how they're really doing outside of the clinic,' Salinas said. Researchers noted that further study is required for further understanding of the biological mechanisms that link psychosocial factors to brain health. 'While there is still a lot that we don't understand about the specific biological pathways between psychosocial factors like listener availability and brain health, this study gives clues about concrete, biological reasons why we should all seek good listeners and become better listeners ourselves,' Salinas concluded. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Meet Anushka Salinas: The CEO Behind Leading Parenting Tech Company Nanit
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Welcome to Second Life, a podcast spotlighting successful women who've made major career changes—and fearlessly mastered the pivot. Hosted by Hillary Kerr, co-founder and chief content officer at Who What Wear, each episode gives you a direct line to women who are game changers in their fields. Subscribe to Second Life on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts to stay tuned. Anushka Salinas' career journey is the epitome of a second life. As the new CEO of parenting tech company Nanit, she has built a career defined by her ability to blend passion, business acumen, and innovation. Her journey began in a completely different industry: fashion. Salinas started at Lord & Taylor as an assistant buyer, a role that perfectly married her love for fashion with her fascination for the data and strategy driving the industry. As she grew eager to deepen her business expertise, Salinas pursued an MBA, which led her to meet Jenn Hyman and Jenny Fleiss, the founders of Rent the Runway. She was intrigued—and incredibly inspired—by its revolutionary clothing rental concept, and she saw an opportunity to work at the intersection of fashion and business. In a bold move, Salinas turned down a stable job offer to join the fledgling Rent the Runway. Over three years, she helped shape its early success and explosive growth, leveraging her knack for data-driven strategy. Then, after a stint at Hudson's Bay and a start-up called Resonance, Salinas returned to RTR, where she spearheaded the development of its subscription business and eventually rose to the role of president. Her leadership was instrumental in scaling the company into a household name in the fashion rental industry. In 2024, Salinas felt ready for a new challenge. She stepped into the role of CEO at Nanit, a tech company revolutionizing how parents monitor their babies' sleep through a smart baby monitor—if you are a mom or soon-to-be mom, chances are you have heard the praises of the brand. While parenting tech may seem like a departure from fashion, the move aligns perfectly with Salinas' diverse skill set, as her mission is to empower parents with data-driven insights by building consumer-focused solutions that truly work. Listen to the latest episode of Second Life to hear how Salinas continues to trust her instincts, establishing herself as a true leader in innovation and impact. And keep scrolling to shop some of Nanit's best-selling products. View Deal View Deal View Deal View Deal Next: Meet Courtney Claghorn: The Founder Behind Sunless Tanning Empire Sugared + Bronzed
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
1 dead in Highway 101 crash with pickup truck, semi-truck pulling trailer: CHP Monterey
(KRON) — The California Highway Patrol Monterey Area office is investigating a fatal crash on Friday afternoon involving a pickup truck and a Freightliner semi-truck pulling a trailer. Man charged with DUI, manslaughter for running over woman in SF intersection CHP said it was alerted of the incident at 3:07 p.m. after receiving several reports of a traffic crash on northbound Highway 101 at Hartnell Road. 'Preliminary investigation indicates that the red Toyota pickup, driven by a 47-year-old Salinas resident, was traveling northbound on US-101, approaching Hartnell Road,' said CHP in a news release. 'At the same time, the Freightliner semi-truck, driven by a 62-year-old resident of Yuba City, was traveling southbound on US-101 and preparing to make a left turn onto Hartnell Road.' It was at this moment that CHP said the semi-truck crossed the northbound lanes of Highway 101, and the right side of the semi-truck's trailer collided with the front of the pickup. CHP said the driver of the Toyota pickup suffered fatal injuries, and was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver of the semi-truck was not injured. The identity of the deceased will be released by the Monterey County Coroner's Office after next of kin has been notified. This crash is an active investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to contact the CHP Monterey Area Office at (831) 770-8000 or email MontereyCHPTips@ Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
