Boyle Heights Beat

08/21/2026

Lineage said on Friday that it has removed 104% of the food waste from its burned warehouse in Boyle Heights, yet the company also confirmed some food remains inside as it enters the final cleanup phase.

The conflicting updates have left many residents wondering what happens next.

Food waste remains inside the burned warehouse as Lineage enters the next phase of cleanup. Here's what residents should know about remaining work, odors, deadlines and possible penalties.

08/20/2026

Lineage has a deadline Thursday
to remove all the rotting food from inside the building under orders from
South Coast AQMD.

You probably remember hearing about a Lineage deadline last week. If you're confused, you're not alone.

That's because the city had set a separate Aug. 14 deadline for the company to remove the food. Lineage disputes the city's timeline, saying its deadline is Aug. 20.

Here’s what we know about what’s been done so far and what’s left.

08/20/2026

Following a sold-out run of “Soul Sacrifice” at Casa 0101, director Kenneth Castillo reflects on community, grief and telling authentic Chicano stories.

Directed by Kenneth Castillo and written by Consuelo G. Flores, packed Casa 0101, a moving story that drew vets from across the country.

08/19/2026

A St. John’s report documents serious respiratory, eye and mental health problems among hundreds of patients seen after the June 17 fire.

A St. John’s report documents serious respiratory, eye and mental health problems among hundreds of patients seen after the June 17 fire.

08/18/2026

The $200 credits come after residents and Supervisor Hilda Solis pushed Lineage to extend assistance beyond Boyle Heights.

The $200 credits come after residents and Supervisor Hilda Solis pushed Lineage to extend assistance beyond Boyle Heights.

08/18/2026

As Boyle Heights residents grapple with ICE raids and the aftermath of the Lineage fire, 20-year-old Desiree Salgado turned to crafting and created a space for others to do the same.

Salgado started the Boyle Heights Crafting Club in June, but postponed its first event because of health concerns related to the Lineage fire.

Earlier this month, the group gathered at Ülëw Coffee & Juice to decorate Altoid tins, get creative and spend time in community with one another.

Check out on Instagram for upcoming events.

08/18/2026

As Delilah Doom, Sarah Greaves-Pedraja is helping carve out space for women in lucha libre.

As Delilah Doom, Sarah Greaves-Pedraja is helping carve out space for women in lucha libre.

08/18/2026

Councilmember Nithya Raman joined members of Eastside Padres, ACCE, and UTLA outside the Lineage warehouse site on Monday to call for the company to leave the community permanently.

Raman, who is running against Karen Bass in the 2026 LA mayoral runoff, criticized the city’s response to the warehouse fire, including delays in providing accurate, timely information and discrepancies in reported deadlines.

Raman also called on Lineage to pay for the damage the fire has caused to the community.

In addition to demanding that Lineage shut down, members of East Area UTLA called for the site to be transformed into a green space and community center.

08/17/2026

It was a pool day for the pups in East Los Angeles 🐶🏊

Dozens of dogs cooled off with a swim over the weekend at City Terrace Park Pool during “Pooches in the Pool,” an annual County of Los Angeles event held at select county parks on the last day of pool season before the pools are drained and cleaned.

Did your pup make it out?

08/14/2026

About 40 people attended Mayor Karen Bass’ virtual community forum Thursday seeking answers about the cleanup and relief. Many left frustrated by unanswered questions and Bass’ decision to attend remotely.

About 40 people attended Mayor Karen Bass’ virtual community forum Thursday seeking answers about the cleanup and relief. Many left frustrated by unanswered questions and Bass’ decision to attend remotely.