David Fonseca is the editor of Mount Washington-Highland Park Patch. He got his start in reporting as an intern for the Fall River Herald News in southeastern Massachusetts in 2005.
After earning his bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in 2006, he worked as both a freelancer and as a crime and education reporter for the Bourne and Sandwich Enterprise newspapers on Cape Cod in Massachusetts.
David briefly freelanced for South Pasadena Patch before launching Highland Park-Mount Washington Patch in December of 2010.
When not reporting, he enjoys playing basketball, watching movies and doing his darndest to overcome inertia.
Alex Liu, who died weeks after a heart attack in front of Mount Washington Elementary School, was the family's sole income provider.
A recent post on KCET Departures blog suggests that many Angelenos don't ride in the city due to fear.
The makeshift memorial can be found on Tipton Way off North Figueroa Street.
The threat of rain has caused organizers to cancel this week's food truck feast.
The editor of Highland Park Patch explains why Highland Park isn't now and never will be Echo Park. And, why that's a good thing.
Cuts would imperil arts programs at LAUSD's elementary schools.
Why Highland Park isn't now and never will be Echo Park. And, why that's a good thing.
Clear and sunny Skies provided the perfect setting for Saturday's Urban Rancho at the Lummis Home and Gardens.
School will hold assembly on Monday to explain Mr. Liu's death to students.
The neighborhood council will advocate for uniting Highland Park under one council district.
Highland Park and Mount Washington residents are welcome to discuss redistricting questions.
With LAPD investigating the murders of two Lincoln Heights women, rumors have spread that a serial killer is targeting women in Northeast Los Angeles.
The pre-school used the grant to start a garden bed for strawberries, peas and onions.
Figueroa Produce's EAT Food Truck Feast returns with a stable of gourmet trucks.
The motions would call for more strictly monitoring dispensaries, while still allowing them operate.
Both arrests were made by Northeast LAPD's gang unit.
The draft maps have been released, are you happy with where you might land?
Commission Chairman said he felt "hamstrung" by the process.
Lopez will hold a meet and greet at the home of
Key players in the Chicano arts movement will discuss Highland Park's role in history on Sunday at Avenue 50 Studio.
