Lydia Pantazes

Los Angeles

Senior Video Journalist at Spectrum News 1 SoCal

Senior Video Journalist at Spectrum News

Senior Video Journalist for @SpecNews1SoCal Send me your story ideas at [email protected] Member of @nahj @charger fan & @ucsantabarbara grad

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Articles

The next chapter of Latino comedy: 'Mas Locos' spotlights rising stars

1 week ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Pantazes

LOS ANGELES — It’s more than a comedy show — it’s a cultural revival. "Más Locos," a new stand-up showcase filmed at the iconic Pasadena Ice House, is picking up where the groundbreaking "Que Locos" left off. It’s launching fresh talent, including rising comic Abraham Boche, whose path to the spotlight started with fear — and turned into something far more powerful.
Veterans remembered in San Fernando Valley

1 week ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Pantazes

LOS ANGELES — At San Fernando Mission Cemetery, a sea of American flags ripple gently in the wind. Each one is a silent salute to a life of service. This year, the community chose to honor one of their own — Sanovio “Sandy” Armenta. A World War II veteran who served in Okinawa. He was a humble man, a war hero and, for Lucy Landin, a loving father.
'I want to stay with my kids': A woman's risky journey to legal U.S. residency

3 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Pantazes

LOS ANGELES — For the first time in more than two decades, Ivette stood on Mexican soil — not by choice, but out of hope. “I honestly don’t know anybody,” she said before leaving. “My grandparents passed away.
Debbie Allen Dance Academy

4 weeks ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Pantazes

Only 7 of architect Gregory Ain's original 28 Park Planned Homes remain intact after the Eaton fire. Los Angeles1 week agoThe Bruce Lurie Gallery, one of the only fine arts galleries in Pacific Palisades, was one of the many businesses destroyed in the Palisades Fire. Los Angeles1 month agoKeni Arts has been painting Altadena street scenes for 40 years. Altadena1 month agoThis year's Frieze LA art fair included a focus on rebuilding the arts community following devastating wildfires.
Debbie Allen Dance Academy uses arts to help wildfire victims heal

4 weeks ago | ny1.com | Lydia Pantazes

LOS ANGELES — Using the arts to heal, the Debbie Allen Dance Academy is offering free dance classes to people impacted by the Los Angeles-area wildfires.
Trump administration offers undocumented immigrants $1,000 to self deport

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Pantazes

A coalition of unions and other groups began the day with a massive rally at Olympic Boulevard and Figueroa Street downtown. Los Angeles5 days agoCalifornia’s population climbed above 39.5 million in 2024, marking the second year of growth following a string of declines. Sacramento6 days agoDenim Day in the United States was created in Los Angeles by the organization Peace Over Violence and founder Patti Giggans.
SoCal spinning instructor fuses culture and fitness

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Pantazes

Over the coming days, tens of thousands of people are expected to pass through the basilica, which is staying open until midnight to accommodate them. Vatican City36 minutes agoOver the years, investigators used DNA analysis and other clues to identify the victims, many of whom were sex workers. Long Island3 hours agoKnowles's memoir, which came out this week, explores a vast range of topics, including her family history and her daughters' upbringing.
Lowriders from all over the world showcased at Peterson Museum

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Pantazes

Eighty percent of toys sold in the U.S are made in China. Los Angeles6 minutes agoThe names of the victims were released Friday before a planned vigil in front of the school's Unconquered Statue. Tallahassee47 minutes agoMeasles is caused by a highly contagious virus that’s airborne and spreads easily when an infected person breathes, sneezes or coughs. Texas2 hours agoRubio spoke in Paris after landmark talks among U.S., Ukrainian and European officials.
IRS agrees to share information with immigration officials

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Pantazes

Eighty percent of toys sold in the U.S are made in China. Los Angeles20 minutes agoTallahassee Memorial HealthCare says two patients are expected to be discharged Friday. Tallahassee1 hour agoRubio spoke in Paris after landmark talks among U.S., Ukrainian and European officials. Paris1 hour agoThe university will hold a vigil for the victims at 5 p.m. on Friday at Langford Green in front of the Unconquered Statue.
San Fernando City Council rejects sanctuary city policy

1 month ago | spectrumnews1.com | Lydia Pantazes

Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. Learn More SHARE On Monday, three of the five City Council members in the City of San Fernando rejected a policy that would limit the amount of collaboration between federal immigration authorities and local police. Community members said they feel betrayed, but City Council members cited fear that the Trump administration would retaliate.