Screams, moans and zombies, as well as dozens of demonic clowns, roamed the Long Beach Convention Center this weekend, all in celebration of the sixth Midsummer Scream convention, celebrating Halloween and horror.
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Every year, Mexican immigrants in California and elsewhere return to their hometowns for the Day of the Dead many from indigenous communities that celebrate the holiday with elaborate traditions.
Folk artist Ofelia Esparza, L.A.'s most admired altar maker, reminds a somber city of the meaning of Día de los Muertos. Hint: It's not Mexican Halloween.