Police can collect DNA from arrestees, court says
Written by JESSE J. HOLLAND | Associated Press 03 June 2013
This photo taken in April 2009, provided by the Salisbury, Md., Police Department, shows Alonzo Jay King Jr. A narrowly divided Supreme Court ruled Monday that police can collect DNA from people arrested ... read more >>
Written by JESSE J. HOLLAND | Associated Press 03 June 2013
This photo taken in April 2009, provided by the Salisbury, Md., Police Department, shows Alonzo Jay King Jr. A narrowly divided Supreme Court ruled Monday that police can collect DNA from people arrested ... read more >>
Obama calls for end to mental illness stigma
Written by NEDRA PICKLER Associated Press 03 June 2013
President Barack Obama and Education Secretary Arne Duncan listen as Janelle Montano shares her story of dealing with mental health issues during opening of the White House mental health conference, ... read more >>
Written by NEDRA PICKLER Associated Press 03 June 2013
President Barack Obama and Education Secretary Arne Duncan listen as Janelle Montano shares her story of dealing with mental health issues during opening of the White House mental health conference, ... read more >>
Congresswoman Waters Votes NO on GOP Bill That Would Make College More Expensive
Written by Sentinel Wire Service 31 May 2013
Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) released the following statement after House Republicans pushed a bill to increase the cost of a college education: "The U.S. House of Representatives was divided ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Wire Service 31 May 2013
Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43) released the following statement after House Republicans pushed a bill to increase the cost of a college education: "The U.S. House of Representatives was divided ... read more >>
Foster Youth Shadow Congress for a Day
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 30 May 2013
Congresswoman Bass, Chair and Co- Founder of the Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth meets with foster youth Marcy Valenzuela in Washington. Congresswoman Bass addresses foster youth and Members ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 30 May 2013
Congresswoman Bass, Chair and Co- Founder of the Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth meets with foster youth Marcy Valenzuela in Washington. Congresswoman Bass addresses foster youth and Members ... read more >>
Dishwasher Turned Hero': Charles Ramsey Statue Unveiled
Written by Sentinel Wire Service 30 May 2013
Charles Ramsey (Sentinel file Photo) Charles Ramsey statue (Sentinel File Photo) On May 24, 2013, Charles Ramsey was present at an event to meet the public when a statue of him was unveiled. The ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Wire Service 30 May 2013
Charles Ramsey (Sentinel file Photo) Charles Ramsey statue (Sentinel File Photo) On May 24, 2013, Charles Ramsey was present at an event to meet the public when a statue of him was unveiled. The ... read more >>
Activists push to limit solitary confinement for incarcerated youth
Written by Charlene Muhammad Sentinel Contributing Writer 30 May 2013
Youth advocates, activists and lawmakers are pushing for a bill that would set clear standards to help limit solitary confinement of youth in all state and county facilities. Authored by Senator Leland ... read more >>
Written by Charlene Muhammad Sentinel Contributing Writer 30 May 2013
Youth advocates, activists and lawmakers are pushing for a bill that would set clear standards to help limit solitary confinement of youth in all state and county facilities. Authored by Senator Leland ... read more >>
Positively Perfect Introduces Doll with Chocolate Skin Tone – DIVAH Taylor
Written by Chida Warren-Darby Special to the NNPA from the San Diego Voice & Viewpoint 30 May 2013
Businesswoman Continues to Meet Needs of Black Girls Through Doll Line with New Chocolate Skin Addition CEO of World of EPI, Dr. Lisa Williams, recently announced the new addition of DIVAH Taylor ... read more >>
Written by Chida Warren-Darby Special to the NNPA from the San Diego Voice & Viewpoint 30 May 2013
Businesswoman Continues to Meet Needs of Black Girls Through Doll Line with New Chocolate Skin Addition CEO of World of EPI, Dr. Lisa Williams, recently announced the new addition of DIVAH Taylor ... read more >>
Ninth Annual Spelman Women of Color Conference
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 30 May 2013
(L-R) Speaker, author and radio talk show host Jennifer Keitt, actress Nicole Ari Parker, CNBCs Sharon Epperson, Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, Clinical Psychologist, television producer & host Dr. ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 30 May 2013
(L-R) Speaker, author and radio talk show host Jennifer Keitt, actress Nicole Ari Parker, CNBCs Sharon Epperson, Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, Clinical Psychologist, television producer & host Dr. ... read more >>
5th Annual Pink Pump Affair
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 30 May 2013
Tocarra Jones and Eva Marcille Celebrities, officials and advocates come together to Pump It Up for Autism Awareness Special Needs Network, California’s leading grassroots autism advocacy organization, ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 30 May 2013
Tocarra Jones and Eva Marcille Celebrities, officials and advocates come together to Pump It Up for Autism Awareness Special Needs Network, California’s leading grassroots autism advocacy organization, ... read more >>
Assemblymember Holly J. Mitchell Runs For 26th Senate District
Written by Brian W. Carter Sentinel Staff Writer brian@lasentinel.net 30 May 2013
Mitchell looks to occupy Senate seat to further the change for a better California. As Senator Curren Price readies to transition to the Los Angeles City Council, Assemblywoman Holly J. Mitchell ... read more >>
Written by Brian W. Carter Sentinel Staff Writer brian@lasentinel.net 30 May 2013
Mitchell looks to occupy Senate seat to further the change for a better California. As Senator Curren Price readies to transition to the Los Angeles City Council, Assemblywoman Holly J. Mitchell ... read more >>
TOS VENDOR ALERT!
Written by Staff Report 30 May 2013
WHAT’S COOKING? Before the Taste of Soul Family Festival on October 19 on Crenshaw Blvd., Taste of ‘A Taste of Soul’ Food Expo will debut at the inaugural BET Experience at L.A. Live. On June ... read more >>
Written by Staff Report 30 May 2013
WHAT’S COOKING? Before the Taste of Soul Family Festival on October 19 on Crenshaw Blvd., Taste of ‘A Taste of Soul’ Food Expo will debut at the inaugural BET Experience at L.A. Live. On June ... read more >>
Judge Greg Mathis and R&B Singer Goapele join the 31st Annual UNCF Walk for Education
Written by Chelsea Battle Sentinel Contributing Writer Chelsea@lasentinel.net 30 May 2013
Judge Greg Mathis Goapele The two will participate in the walk, which raises thousands of dollars in scholarship money for college students. If you’re ready to support the higher education ... read more >>
Written by Chelsea Battle Sentinel Contributing Writer Chelsea@lasentinel.net 30 May 2013
Judge Greg Mathis Goapele The two will participate in the walk, which raises thousands of dollars in scholarship money for college students. If you’re ready to support the higher education ... read more >>
African American Leadership Strong as Ever
Written by KENNETH D. MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 30 May 2013
Maxine Waters Karen Bass Election Demonstrates Power of Black Vote The results are in and the votes from the recent Los Angeles municipal elections have been tabulated and confirmed, but African ... read more >>
Written by KENNETH D. MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 30 May 2013
Maxine Waters Karen Bass Election Demonstrates Power of Black Vote The results are in and the votes from the recent Los Angeles municipal elections have been tabulated and confirmed, but African ... read more >>
A United Front of African American Leadership Secures Crenshaw Line Station at Leimert Park Village
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 30 May 2013
A REASON TO CELEBRATE: City Council President Herb Wesson thanks colleague Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and County Supervisor Chairman Mark Ridley-Thomas for their efforts in securing MTA approved funding ... read more >>
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 30 May 2013
A REASON TO CELEBRATE: City Council President Herb Wesson thanks colleague Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and County Supervisor Chairman Mark Ridley-Thomas for their efforts in securing MTA approved funding ... read more >>
Judge limits texts, photos in Trayvon Martin case
Written by KYLE HIGHTOWER | Associated Press 28 May 2013
SANFORD, Fla. (AP) — Attorneys won't be able to mention Trayvon Martin's drug use, suspension from school and past fighting during opening statements at the trial of a former neighborhood watch ... read more >>
Written by KYLE HIGHTOWER | Associated Press 28 May 2013
SANFORD, Fla. (AP) — Attorneys won't be able to mention Trayvon Martin's drug use, suspension from school and past fighting during opening statements at the trial of a former neighborhood watch ... read more >>
Hallelujah! Leimert Park Will Have a Crenshaw Line Station
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 24 May 2013
Mayor Villaraigosa, Sup. Ridley Thomas and Council Pres. Wesson stand together in celebration of African American Culture that Resonates in Leimert Park Village As the evangelical icon The Rev. Cecil ... read more >>
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 24 May 2013
Mayor Villaraigosa, Sup. Ridley Thomas and Council Pres. Wesson stand together in celebration of African American Culture that Resonates in Leimert Park Village As the evangelical icon The Rev. Cecil ... read more >>
Mayor Villaraigosa, Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas to Celebrate Funding For Leimert Park Village Station on Crenshaw/LAX Line
Written by Nicole Williams 23 May 2013
MAYOR ANTONIO R. VILLARAIGOSACity of Los Angeles FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLYMay 23, 2013MAYOR’S OFFICE MEDIA CONTACT:Barb Solish Barb.Solish@lacity.org213-978-0741 SUPERVISOR’S OFFICE MEDIA CONTACT: Lisa ... read more >>
Written by Nicole Williams 23 May 2013
MAYOR ANTONIO R. VILLARAIGOSACity of Los Angeles FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLYMay 23, 2013MAYOR’S OFFICE MEDIA CONTACT:Barb Solish Barb.Solish@lacity.org213-978-0741 SUPERVISOR’S OFFICE MEDIA CONTACT: Lisa ... read more >>
Adding Shakur to Most Wanted List Baffles Activists
Written by Freddie Allen NNPA Washington Correspondent 23 May 2013
This is an undated file photo provided by the New Jersey State Police showing Assata Shakur (AP Photo/New Jersey State Police, File) A poster with photographs of Joanne Chesimard, a fugitive for ... read more >>
Written by Freddie Allen NNPA Washington Correspondent 23 May 2013
This is an undated file photo provided by the New Jersey State Police showing Assata Shakur (AP Photo/New Jersey State Police, File) A poster with photographs of Joanne Chesimard, a fugitive for ... read more >>
Retired Postman Wins Lottery
Written by Special to the NNPA from The Michigan Chronicle 23 May 2013
For The Fourth Time Retired postal worker Melvyn Wilson is probably one of the luckiest men on earth, because on Wednesday, he picked up his fourth winning lottery check, and this time, it was for ... read more >>
Written by Special to the NNPA from The Michigan Chronicle 23 May 2013
For The Fourth Time Retired postal worker Melvyn Wilson is probably one of the luckiest men on earth, because on Wednesday, he picked up his fourth winning lottery check, and this time, it was for ... read more >>
New Directions to Host ‘Walk for Warriors’ Memorial Day Event
Written by Sentinel Wire Service 23 May 2013
Christine Devine New Directions for Veterans, along with the West Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, will host their 3rd Annual Walk For Warriors 5K this Memorial Day, May 27. The run and walk will ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Wire Service 23 May 2013
Christine Devine New Directions for Veterans, along with the West Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, will host their 3rd Annual Walk For Warriors 5K this Memorial Day, May 27. The run and walk will ... read more >>
Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre Give $70 Million to Create Academy at USC
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 23 May 2013
Music Industry Icons and Entrepreneurs Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre give $70 million to create the USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy for Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation Entrepreneurs ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 23 May 2013
Music Industry Icons and Entrepreneurs Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre give $70 million to create the USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy for Arts, Technology and the Business of Innovation Entrepreneurs ... read more >>
State Rep. Tyrone Brooks, Sr. Indicted
Written by Special to the NNPA from the Atlanta Daily World 23 May 2013
Georgia State Rep. Tyrone Brooks, Sr., of Atlanta, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges that he misappropriated almost $1 million in charitable funds from Universal Humanities, a charity ... read more >>
Written by Special to the NNPA from the Atlanta Daily World 23 May 2013
Georgia State Rep. Tyrone Brooks, Sr., of Atlanta, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges that he misappropriated almost $1 million in charitable funds from Universal Humanities, a charity ... read more >>
3 charged in LA-area bank robbery
Written by Associated Press 23 May 2013
Huntington Park Police Chief Jorge Cisneros, right, with FBI Los Angeles Tim Delaney, left, speaks during a news conference into the investigation of a Sept 2012 bank robbery in in Huntington Park, ... read more >>
Written by Associated Press 23 May 2013
Huntington Park Police Chief Jorge Cisneros, right, with FBI Los Angeles Tim Delaney, left, speaks during a news conference into the investigation of a Sept 2012 bank robbery in in Huntington Park, ... read more >>
County Agrees to Consider Treatment Center for Mentally Ill Inmates
Written by Elizabeth Marcellino City News Service 23 May 2013
The Board of Supervisors agreed recently to consider building a treatment center to house mentally ill inmates as one of several alternatives to a proposed $933 million rebuild of downtown Men's Central ... read more >>
Written by Elizabeth Marcellino City News Service 23 May 2013
The Board of Supervisors agreed recently to consider building a treatment center to house mentally ill inmates as one of several alternatives to a proposed $933 million rebuild of downtown Men's Central ... read more >>
California ranks #1 for dog bites
Written by Sentinel Wire Service 23 May 2013
AVMA Offers Tips and Resources during National Dog Bite Prevention Week, May 19-25 “Ranking first in dog bites is a title that no community strives to attain,” according to representatives of ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Wire Service 23 May 2013
AVMA Offers Tips and Resources during National Dog Bite Prevention Week, May 19-25 “Ranking first in dog bites is a title that no community strives to attain,” according to representatives of ... read more >>