Jenaro Ayala was a dedicated Chicano activist, community voice, teacher, and proud son of Pacoima/San Fernando, whose life embodied the spirit of La Raza and the ongoing struggle for justice, dignity, and self-determination.

In The Entrance: Pacoima’s Story, author and historian Crystal Jackson uncovers the remarkable history of a Southern California community whose story mirrors many of the struggles, transformations, and triumphs that have shaped America.

Author Crystal Jackson shows her new book, "Valley Chronicles: Told and Untold Stories of the San Fernando Valley," released this month NORTHRIDGE, Calif. — Acclaimed author, historian, and filmmaker Crystal Jackson is inviting readers to rediscover the San Fernando Valley through a new lens with the release of her latest book, Valley Chronicles: Told and Untold Stories of the San Fernando Valley, a richly illustrated exploration of one of Southern California's most influential and...