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Local News
Community Mourns Passing of Laura Pearl Teasley Farwell
Laura Pearl Teasley Farwell, a devoted church member and beloved educator, passed away on Oct. 27 at her home in …
Kadeem Hardison Unveils DEEMED Vontélle Eyewear Collection at Unknown Union
Kadeem Hardison has a new line of eyewear called DEEMED based on his beloved character Dwayne Wayne who inspired audiences …
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County Celebrates Opening of NHM Commons
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County recently cut the ribbon on its new wing, the NHM Commons.
Swim to Me: 30 Years of Making Waves in Los Angeles
For nearly 30 years, Conrad Cooper and his wife, Londa Parks, have run Swim to Me, a swimming instruction program …
Afro City — Where Black Businesses Come Together
Contrary to what you may think, the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza (BHCP) is very much alive. Inside BHCP, Afro City …
Drew CDC Announces Eric Aguirre as New Board Chair
Drew Child Development Corporation (Drew CDC) announced that Drew CDC alumnus, Eric Aguirre, is the new chairman of the Board …
Advertorial – ‘See To, Not Through’ – A Love Letter to South L.A.
What homeownership looks like today is a 40-80 hour work week and scarcely making enough to survive, not live.
Advertorial – Waymo One is now open to all in Los Angeles
tarting today, anyone in Los Angeles can take fully autonomous rides 24/7 with Waymo One – rolling through Santa Monica, …
William Grant Still Arts Center presents 44th Annual Black Doll Show
The William Grant Still Arts Center, located at 2520 S. West View St., in L.A., presents its 44th Annual Black …
Take a Step Towards Kicking the Nicotine Habit on Great American Smokeout
If you’re looking for extra motivation, then consider quitting smoking during the Great American Smokeout that takes place this Thursday, …
Larry Powell Debuts ‘The Daddy Issue’ Live Recording at Passion + Progress
Larry Powell Debuts “The Daddy Issue” Live Recording at Passion + Progress event, blending transformative storytelling with wellness spaces and …
National News
Looking Forward to that Thanksgiving Meal? Be Careful How You Eat
With Thanksgiving approaching, who doesn’t look forward to enjoying a hearty meal that has traditionally been associated with a great …
Tuskegee University Shooting Raises Questions About Campus Safety
On Nov. 10, a massive series of shots erupted on the Tuskegee University campus at the West Commons student apartments, …
Queen Bey and Yale: The Ivy League university is set to offer a course on Beyoncé and her legacy
With a record 99 Grammy nominations and acclaim as one of the most influential artists in music history, pop superstar Beyoncé and …
Coco Gauff’s WTA Finals title ends her season with a $4.8 million check and a big turnaround
Coco Gauff pays attention to what people say about her online and occasionally takes pleasure in clapping back, so it …
Entertainment
Nick Alexander Hosts ‘Laughs for Haiti’ at The Broadwater Mainstage
Nick Alexander presents: “Laughs for Haiti,” a comedy event featuring top comedians and sketch groups to support an underprivileged school in …
‘King of Kings’ Explores The History of Policy and the Lottery
In her new documentary “King of Kings: Chasing Edward Jones” filmmaker Harriet Marin Jones tells the fascinating true story of …
Rocsi Diaz Partners with Deion Sanders for New Talk Show – ‘We Got Time Today’
Television host Rocsi Diaz has joined forces with NFL legend Deion Sanders for a new daytime talk show, "We Got …
How Black Creatives are Redefining Hollywood
Financial independence is another game-changer. Crowdfunding, grants, and community investments are empowering Black creatives to maintain control over their work …
Sports
Chargers Create Four-Game Winning Streak in Bengals Victory
The Los Angeles Chargers avoided a late rally by the Cincinnati Bengals to win 34-27. The game was at a …
UCLA Men’s Basketball Forces 28 Turnovers; Defeats Boston University 71-40
The UCLA men’s basketball team used a balanced team effort and relied on its defense to pick up a 71-40 …
Azurá Stevens Receives WNBA Cares Community Assist Award
The WNBA announced today that Los Angeles Sparks forward-center Azurá Stevens is the recipient of the Seasonlong WNBA Cares Community …
Westchester Flag Football Bests Stern in Playoffs
The Westchester Lady Comets flag football team advanced to the CIF City Section Division II quarterfinals after defeating the Stern …
Opinion
My Rights, Your Rights, His Rights – GOD Has Spoken Part 2
Whose rights are they anyway? If the leadership doesn’t lead in a godly manner and we follow that leadership even …
Unshakable
Several weeks ago, I shared I was going to do a short self-imposed sabbatical to reflect, relax, rest, and restore …
Dialoguing with Nanas Thurman, Brooks and Burroughs: Reflections on Meanings of Resistance and Resilience – Part I
Clearly, a critical and compelling task of our times is to remember, raise up and reaffirm in our sensitivities, thought …
It’s Time to Address the Urgent Need for Water Equity with the Delta Conveyance Project
In California, access to clean water is not only a growing concern—it is a crisis, especially for communities of color. …
Religion
Magic and Cookie Johnson Celebrate 10 Years of Holiday Hope for Families in Inglewood
Earvin "Magic" Johnson, Cookie Johnson, and the Magic Johnson Foundation celebrated the 10th annual Holiday Hope event, partnering with Feed …
Beyond the Shock: Sustainable Reimagination for Just Democracy in America
Though disappointed and disgusted, I'm not devastated nor dismayed about the outcome of the U.S. presidential and congressional elections.
Rev. Dr. Michael J. Fisher Pushes Boundaries Inside and Outside the Church
Pushing boundaries and limits has been an undercurrent of the Rev. Dr. Michael J. Fisher’s pastorship both inside and outside …
Patrick Houchen ‘Shaka Man’ – The Musician Whose Healing Touch Defies Belief
Tucked away in the bustling city of Los Angeles, revered Jamaican musician Patrick Houchen, better known as Shaka Man, has …