Jessica Perez

Senior Editor, Boyle Heights Beat

los angeles, california, united states

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Writer, editor and multimedia journalist with experience in breaking news, digital strategy, community engagement and cultivating a team of writers. I specialize in collaborative, community-centered journalism serving Latino communities.

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Garfield High School evacuated after police activity nearby

Garfield High School in East Los Angeles was evacuated on Monday morning after law enforcement agents were conducting an investigation nearby, sheriff’s officials said. Students were relocated to Griffith STEAM Magnet Middle School, according to Los Angel... See more

boyleheightsbeat.com•Jessica Perez•Oct 27, 2025

Things to do on L.A.'s Eastside this weekend: October 3-5

Welcome to another edition of the Happenings in the Heights newsletter, your guide to weekend events in and around Boyle Heights and L.A.’s Eastside. We’ve entered October, and fall vibes are (hopefully) in the air. Whether you’re sipping on pumpkin spice... See more

boyleheightsbeat.com•Jessica Perez•Oct 2, 2025

Love pumpkin spice? Where to find fall drinks on L.A.'s Eastside

Fall is here and so are the pumpkin spice ads. But if you’re looking for a PSL alternative to Starbucks, Eastside cafes and restaurants are also brewing their own autumn-inspired concoctions. From housemade piloncillo syrups to fresh calabaza lattes, here... See more

boyleheightsbeat.com•Jessica Perez•Sep 22, 2025

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Journalism at UclaGraduated: 2011

Bachelors, Broadcast Journalism at California State University, Long BeachGraduated: 2006

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Love pumpkin spice? Where to find fall drinks on L.A.'s Eastside

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Garfield High School evacuated after police activity nearby

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