One Year of ICE in Los Angeles

Jun 5, 2026 Building Community

One year after ICE raids began in Los Angeles, the impact remains deeply felt in everyday life. Journalists and community members continue to chronicle the stories of neighborhoods navigating the lasting consequences on the stability of living in this city.

On June 6, 2025, the ICE raids in Los Angeles began.
Six months after the first ICE raid started, the National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) released its Building Community episode Bearing Witness: Six Months of ICE in LA. This update was a space for reflection. It brought together local journalists to examine the impact these events have had on Los Angeles, and share insights from the ground along with engaging in overall honest conversations on the challenges facing people in this city.

Now, another six months later and one year officially after the start of it all, the NHMC released its newest Building Community panel, One Year of ICE in Los Angeles. This episode offers a look at the past year, the stories that shape our communities, and the difficult conversations that help us move forward.