Black adult mentors are here for you
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@laesntinel.net 22 March 2013
The Los Angeles CARES Mentoring Movement is hosting a mentor orientation on Saturday, March 23 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the African American Firefighter Museum. Volunteers interested in mentoring ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@laesntinel.net 22 March 2013
The Los Angeles CARES Mentoring Movement is hosting a mentor orientation on Saturday, March 23 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the African American Firefighter Museum. Volunteers interested in mentoring ... read more >>
Assemblyman Holden Names “Women Of The Year” FOR THE 41ST ASSEMBLY DISTRICT
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 22 March 2013
Assemblyman Holden and Honoree Zephyr Tate-Mann Pasadena –Assemblymember Chris Holden recently named two women who represent opposite ends of the district but share a common dedication to their ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 22 March 2013
Assemblyman Holden and Honoree Zephyr Tate-Mann Pasadena –Assemblymember Chris Holden recently named two women who represent opposite ends of the district but share a common dedication to their ... read more >>
Sen. Price praises role of church in South L.A. civic life
Written by Sen. Price praises role of church in South L.A. civic life 21 March 2013
Senator Curren Price Speaking recently to the Baptist Ministers Conference of Los Angeles and Southern California, Sen. Curren Price told the assembled clergy that “in South Los Angeles, there is ... read more >>
Written by Sen. Price praises role of church in South L.A. civic life 21 March 2013
Senator Curren Price Speaking recently to the Baptist Ministers Conference of Los Angeles and Southern California, Sen. Curren Price told the assembled clergy that “in South Los Angeles, there is ... read more >>
NFL Star Richard Sherman Returns to Dominguez High for a Pep Talk
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Ask the Pro— Class of 2006, Dominguez High School graduate and Seattle Seahawks cornerback, Richard Sherman (left), listens to a student’s question regarding his academic and athletic experiences, ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Ask the Pro— Class of 2006, Dominguez High School graduate and Seattle Seahawks cornerback, Richard Sherman (left), listens to a student’s question regarding his academic and athletic experiences, ... read more >>
Senator William “Mo” Cowan Joins the Congressional Black Caucus
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Senator William "Mo" Cowan Joins the Congressional Black Caucus Congressional Black Caucus Chair Marcia L. Fudge released the following statement welcoming interim Senator William “Mo” Cowan (D-Mass) ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Senator William "Mo" Cowan Joins the Congressional Black Caucus Congressional Black Caucus Chair Marcia L. Fudge released the following statement welcoming interim Senator William “Mo” Cowan (D-Mass) ... read more >>
WESSON TOURS VISION THEATRE RENOVATION
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Council President Herb Wesson tours work in progress at the Vision Theatre with Cultural Affairs General Manager Olga Garay Council President Herb Wesson toured the work in progress in the renovation ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Council President Herb Wesson tours work in progress at the Vision Theatre with Cultural Affairs General Manager Olga Garay Council President Herb Wesson toured the work in progress in the renovation ... read more >>
Representative Bass, Assemblymember Mitchell Tout Obamacare’s Benefits
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Representative Karen Bass Assemblymember Holly Mitchell Millions of Californians Have Benefited From the Law Despite GOP Efforts To Repeal Key Reforms Congresswoman and former Assembly Speaker ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Representative Karen Bass Assemblymember Holly Mitchell Millions of Californians Have Benefited From the Law Despite GOP Efforts To Repeal Key Reforms Congresswoman and former Assembly Speaker ... read more >>
Education Under Arrest
Written by Thandisizwe Chimurenga Sentinel Contributing Writer generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Tavis Smiley turns his critical eye toward the “school-to-prison pipeline” Television and radio personality Tavis Smiley will premiere his sixth episode of Tavis Smiley Reports (TSR) Mar. 26 ... read more >>
Written by Thandisizwe Chimurenga Sentinel Contributing Writer generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Tavis Smiley turns his critical eye toward the “school-to-prison pipeline” Television and radio personality Tavis Smiley will premiere his sixth episode of Tavis Smiley Reports (TSR) Mar. 26 ... read more >>
Ophelia McFadden, former general manager SEIU passes away
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Ophelia McFadden Legendary community organizer leaves lasting impact. “The contributions that Ophelia McFadden made to the labor movement through her leadership in SEIU continue to benefit the ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Ophelia McFadden Legendary community organizer leaves lasting impact. “The contributions that Ophelia McFadden made to the labor movement through her leadership in SEIU continue to benefit the ... read more >>
NBC4’s Beverly White Receives Distinguished Journalist Award
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Beverly White Beverly White, NBC4 Southern California’s veteran general assignment reporter of more than two decades, was honored by the Society of Professional Journalists, the nation’s largest ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Beverly White Beverly White, NBC4 Southern California’s veteran general assignment reporter of more than two decades, was honored by the Society of Professional Journalists, the nation’s largest ... read more >>
Community Leaders Celebrate Space Exploration At the California Science Center’s 15th Annual Discovery Ball
Written by Sentinel Wire Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Newly elected Chair of the California Science Center Board of Directors Fabian Wesson and State Senator Roderick Wright enjoy the evening in front of an Area-51 themed cocktail reception. Later, Discovery ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Wire Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Newly elected Chair of the California Science Center Board of Directors Fabian Wesson and State Senator Roderick Wright enjoy the evening in front of an Area-51 themed cocktail reception. Later, Discovery ... read more >>
Sabriya’s Castle of Fun Blood Drive: A Success
Written by By Troy Tieuel, Sentinel Contributing Writer troy@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Many turn out in support of the Sabriya’s Castle of Fun’s Blood Drive and show their support of children with life threatening blood disorders. On March 16, Sabriya’s Castle of Fun Foundation, ... read more >>
Written by By Troy Tieuel, Sentinel Contributing Writer troy@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Many turn out in support of the Sabriya’s Castle of Fun’s Blood Drive and show their support of children with life threatening blood disorders. On March 16, Sabriya’s Castle of Fun Foundation, ... read more >>
Roland Martin: ‘Scalia comments are an abomination;’ Speaks on Stand Your Ground and Trayvon Martin Case
Written by Roland Martin Nicole Williams Sentinel Contributing Writer nicolew@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Roland Martin Late February to early March were months full of controversial issues. One of those controversies happened on Tuesday, March 5 with George Zimmerman’s attorneys waiving his right ... read more >>
Written by Roland Martin Nicole Williams Sentinel Contributing Writer nicolew@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Roland Martin Late February to early March were months full of controversial issues. One of those controversies happened on Tuesday, March 5 with George Zimmerman’s attorneys waiving his right ... read more >>
Blacks Continue a Progressive Trend at LAFD
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor kenneth@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Second of a four part series examining the Los Angeles Fire Department Since 1888, African Americans have been an integral part of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD). From Sam Haskins, the first ... read more >>
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor kenneth@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Second of a four part series examining the Los Angeles Fire Department Since 1888, African Americans have been an integral part of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD). From Sam Haskins, the first ... read more >>
Grading The NCAA Madness
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 21 March 2013
NCAA President Mark Emmert unveils new college eligibility standards. As the glorified NCAA Basketball Tournament known as March Madness rolls out this week, so to will a new promotional campaign ... read more >>
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 21 March 2013
NCAA President Mark Emmert unveils new college eligibility standards. As the glorified NCAA Basketball Tournament known as March Madness rolls out this week, so to will a new promotional campaign ... read more >>
In The Passing of Ophelia Collins McFadden
Written by Nicole Williams 21 March 2013
Ophelia Collins McFadden has passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2013 at the age of 79. On January 1, 1978, Ophelia made history in the labor movement by being appointed as General Manager of SEIU ... read more >>
Written by Nicole Williams 21 March 2013
Ophelia Collins McFadden has passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2013 at the age of 79. On January 1, 1978, Ophelia made history in the labor movement by being appointed as General Manager of SEIU ... read more >>
Fed projects high US unemployment into 2015
Written by Christopher S. Rugaber, Associated Press 20 March 2013
(AP Photo) WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve foresees unemployment remaining high into 2015, suggesting it will keep short-term interest rates near record lows at least until then. In its ... read more >>
Written by Christopher S. Rugaber, Associated Press 20 March 2013
(AP Photo) WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve foresees unemployment remaining high into 2015, suggesting it will keep short-term interest rates near record lows at least until then. In its ... read more >>
Homicides down, police overtime way up in Chicago
Written by Don Babwin, Associated Press 20 March 2013
(AP Photo) CHICAGO (AP) — Hundreds of Chicago police officers are hitting the streets on overtime every night in dangerous neighborhoods, the latest tactic by Mayor Rahm Emanuel's administration ... read more >>
Written by Don Babwin, Associated Press 20 March 2013
(AP Photo) CHICAGO (AP) — Hundreds of Chicago police officers are hitting the streets on overtime every night in dangerous neighborhoods, the latest tactic by Mayor Rahm Emanuel's administration ... read more >>
N-Word Incident at Wash U
Written by Rebecca Rivas, Special to the St. Louis American 19 March 2013
Aggressive supporters of the Washington University fraternity pledges involved in the racial incident last week bombarded social media after the Association of Black Students released a statement requesting ... read more >>
Written by Rebecca Rivas, Special to the St. Louis American 19 March 2013
Aggressive supporters of the Washington University fraternity pledges involved in the racial incident last week bombarded social media after the Association of Black Students released a statement requesting ... read more >>
Nigeria pardons ex-governor who stole millions
Written by Jon Gambrell, Associated Press 19 March 2013
Bayelsa State Governor Diepreye Alamieyeseigha, centre, stands outside his house guarded by policemen in Yenagoa, Nigeria, in this file photo dated Sunday, Nov. 27, 2005. (AP Photo, File) LAGOS, ... read more >>
Written by Jon Gambrell, Associated Press 19 March 2013
Bayelsa State Governor Diepreye Alamieyeseigha, centre, stands outside his house guarded by policemen in Yenagoa, Nigeria, in this file photo dated Sunday, Nov. 27, 2005. (AP Photo, File) LAGOS, ... read more >>
Police strikes in Egypt accelerate, adding turmoil
Written by Maggie Michael, Associated Press 19 March 2013
Egyptians mourn during the funeral for Abd Alhaleem Mohanna, 23, who was killed on March 5, 2013 during clashes with riot police, in Port Said, Egypt, Friday, March 8, 2013. Egypt's police forces have ... read more >>
Written by Maggie Michael, Associated Press 19 March 2013
Egyptians mourn during the funeral for Abd Alhaleem Mohanna, 23, who was killed on March 5, 2013 during clashes with riot police, in Port Said, Egypt, Friday, March 8, 2013. Egypt's police forces have ... read more >>
‘Being White’ Story Draws Backlash
Written by Bobbi Booker, Special to the NNPA from the Philadelphia Tribune 19 March 2013
Philadelphia Magazine published two covers for its March issue. The version on the left was for area residents, while the right was distributed in hotels, and aimed at tourists.—Courtesy of NNPA The ... read more >>
Written by Bobbi Booker, Special to the NNPA from the Philadelphia Tribune 19 March 2013
Philadelphia Magazine published two covers for its March issue. The version on the left was for area residents, while the right was distributed in hotels, and aimed at tourists.—Courtesy of NNPA The ... read more >>
Half of girls in South Sudan forced to marry
Written by CHARLTON DOKI Associated Press 14 March 2013
In this picture taken Wednesday, July 18, 2012, Zali Idy, 12, poses in her bedroom in the remote village of Hawkantaki, Niger. Zali was married in 2011. One third and more of all girls are married ... read more >>
Written by CHARLTON DOKI Associated Press 14 March 2013
In this picture taken Wednesday, July 18, 2012, Zali Idy, 12, poses in her bedroom in the remote village of Hawkantaki, Niger. Zali was married in 2011. One third and more of all girls are married ... read more >>
First lady pushes food industry
Written by MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press 14 March 2013
First lady Michelle Obama speaks at the Partnership for a Healthier America's second Building a Healthier Future Summit on childhood obesity, Friday, March 8, 2013, at George Washington University's ... read more >>
Written by MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press 14 March 2013
First lady Michelle Obama speaks at the Partnership for a Healthier America's second Building a Healthier Future Summit on childhood obesity, Friday, March 8, 2013, at George Washington University's ... read more >>
Director Gloria Gray Makes History
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 14 March 2013
First African-American Woman to Chair Metropolitan Water District Board Meeting West Basin Municipal Water District Director Gloria Gray chaired the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 14 March 2013
First African-American Woman to Chair Metropolitan Water District Board Meeting West Basin Municipal Water District Director Gloria Gray chaired the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California ... read more >>
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