Jewel Thais-Williams Celebrates Forty Years in Four-Day Extravaganza
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 17 May 2013
The 40-year miracle of the survival of Jewel’s Catch One Night Club and the story behind it and its’ owner, Jewel Thais-Williams, will be celebrated during a four-day extravaganza from Friday, ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 17 May 2013
The 40-year miracle of the survival of Jewel’s Catch One Night Club and the story behind it and its’ owner, Jewel Thais-Williams, will be celebrated during a four-day extravaganza from Friday, ... read more >>
Courtney Jones, the New Dodger Reporter
Written by Troy tieuel Sentinel Contributing Writer troy@lasentinel.net 17 May 2013
A SPORTS JUNKY: Jones’ love for sports had driven her career from the basketball courts of Florida State University to the hallowed halls of Dodger Stadium. She looks onward and outward for ... read more >>
Written by Troy tieuel Sentinel Contributing Writer troy@lasentinel.net 17 May 2013
A SPORTS JUNKY: Jones’ love for sports had driven her career from the basketball courts of Florida State University to the hallowed halls of Dodger Stadium. She looks onward and outward for ... read more >>
Wendy Greuel Poised to be First Woman Mayor
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 17 May 2013
Armed and Ready: Controller Wendy Greuel and State Senator Curren Price are both armed with substantial backing of Black voters as they head into the May 21 run off for mayor and Ninth Council ... read more >>
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 17 May 2013
Armed and Ready: Controller Wendy Greuel and State Senator Curren Price are both armed with substantial backing of Black voters as they head into the May 21 run off for mayor and Ninth Council ... read more >>
Mayor Villraigosa Committed to Funding for Leimert Park Station-Stop
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 17 May 2013
Recently during a televised interview, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa made public for the first time his firm commitment to secure funding for Crenshaw-LAX light rail Leimert Park Village Station ... read more >>
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 17 May 2013
Recently during a televised interview, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa made public for the first time his firm commitment to secure funding for Crenshaw-LAX light rail Leimert Park Village Station ... read more >>
Nolan Rollins Wants to Make an Impact on Los Angeles
Written by Brandon I. Brooks brandon@lasentinel.net Jennifer Bihm jennifer@lasentinel.net 17 May 2013
“It’s been really wonderful to come into a city where everyone’s arms are wide open,” said newly appointed Los Angeles Urban League president, Nolan V. Rollins who sat down with the Sentinel ... read more >>
Written by Brandon I. Brooks brandon@lasentinel.net Jennifer Bihm jennifer@lasentinel.net 17 May 2013
“It’s been really wonderful to come into a city where everyone’s arms are wide open,” said newly appointed Los Angeles Urban League president, Nolan V. Rollins who sat down with the Sentinel ... read more >>
Funeral Set for Grandson of Malcolm X
Written by Thandisizwe Chimurenga Sentinel Contributing Writer generalinfo@lasentinel.net 17 May 2013
REFLECTIONS: Malcolm Lateef Shabazz, stands next to a painting of his late grandfather at the Sentinel offices. Shabazz was slain on May 9 after he was apparently beaten to death. He was 28 years ... read more >>
Written by Thandisizwe Chimurenga Sentinel Contributing Writer generalinfo@lasentinel.net 17 May 2013
REFLECTIONS: Malcolm Lateef Shabazz, stands next to a painting of his late grandfather at the Sentinel offices. Shabazz was slain on May 9 after he was apparently beaten to death. He was 28 years ... read more >>
Best Start Watts-Willowbrook Hosts Resource Fair and Community Walk at Ted Watkins Park
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 16 May 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Jai Kensey or Sibongile West, Young Communications Group, Inc. Jkensey@youngcomms.com, Swest@youngcomms.com, 213-738-9240 Afton Kobayashi, ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 16 May 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: Jai Kensey or Sibongile West, Young Communications Group, Inc. Jkensey@youngcomms.com, Swest@youngcomms.com, 213-738-9240 Afton Kobayashi, ... read more >>
House speaker blasts IRS; Holder set to testify
Written by Stephen Ohlemacher, Associated Press 15 May 2013
Gov. Scott Walker says the IRS's targeting of conservative groups for extra scrutiny is a real threat to our freedoms, on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Scott Bauer) WASHINGTON ... read more >>
Written by Stephen Ohlemacher, Associated Press 15 May 2013
Gov. Scott Walker says the IRS's targeting of conservative groups for extra scrutiny is a real threat to our freedoms, on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Scott Bauer) WASHINGTON ... read more >>
OJ Simpson testifies in bid for new Vegas trial
Written by Linda Deutsch and Ken Ritter, Associated Press 15 May 2013
In this Friday, Oct. 3, 2008 file photo, O.J. Simpson is handcuffed after a verdict of guilty on all counts was read following his trial at the Clark County Regional Justice Center in Las Vegas. ... read more >>
Written by Linda Deutsch and Ken Ritter, Associated Press 15 May 2013
In this Friday, Oct. 3, 2008 file photo, O.J. Simpson is handcuffed after a verdict of guilty on all counts was read following his trial at the Clark County Regional Justice Center in Las Vegas. ... read more >>
Tougher drunken driving threshold recommended
Written by Joan Lowy, Associated Press 14 May 2013
In this Feb. 7, 2013 file photo, National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Chair Deborah Hersman speaks during a news conference in Washington. Federal accident investigators were weighing a recommendation ... read more >>
Written by Joan Lowy, Associated Press 14 May 2013
In this Feb. 7, 2013 file photo, National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Chair Deborah Hersman speaks during a news conference in Washington. Federal accident investigators were weighing a recommendation ... read more >>
'Mama, What Would I Do Without You?' America Celebrates Mother's Day This Sunday
Written by Hazel Trice Edney and Akua Aboagye Special to the Sentinel 10 May 2013
On Sunday, May 6, Kiona Daniels celebrated her Grandmother Ella's 98th birthday. This weekend, she will join millions across the nation in celebration of Mother's Day, May 12. (Courtesy Photo) As ... read more >>
Written by Hazel Trice Edney and Akua Aboagye Special to the Sentinel 10 May 2013
On Sunday, May 6, Kiona Daniels celebrated her Grandmother Ella's 98th birthday. This weekend, she will join millions across the nation in celebration of Mother's Day, May 12. (Courtesy Photo) As ... read more >>
Michael L. Jackson Retires from USC
Written by By Troy Tieuel Sentinel Contributing Writer troy@lasentinel.net 10 May 2013
LIFETIME TROJAN: Presented with a lifetime induction into the USC Trojan Marching Band, Honorary Band Member Michael L. Jackson holds his Trojan helmet as the band director speaks. The University ... read more >>
Written by By Troy Tieuel Sentinel Contributing Writer troy@lasentinel.net 10 May 2013
LIFETIME TROJAN: Presented with a lifetime induction into the USC Trojan Marching Band, Honorary Band Member Michael L. Jackson holds his Trojan helmet as the band director speaks. The University ... read more >>
Prop D would Allow 130 Pot Shops, Attorney Says
Written by City News Service 10 May 2013
Reacting to the state Supreme Court's ruling this week that said municipalities can ban medical marijuana dispensaries, an attorney backing Los Angeles' Proposition D on the May 21 ballot said its ... read more >>
Written by City News Service 10 May 2013
Reacting to the state Supreme Court's ruling this week that said municipalities can ban medical marijuana dispensaries, an attorney backing Los Angeles' Proposition D on the May 21 ballot said its ... read more >>
Assata Shakur Placed on the FBI’s Most Wanted Terrorist List
Written by Thandisizwe Chimurenga Sentinel Contributing Writer 10 May 2013
Cover of Assata Shakur's Autobiography "Assata" First woman to be so designated; reward for her capture increased to $2 million dollars The Federal Bureau of Investigation placed 1970s Black radical ... read more >>
Written by Thandisizwe Chimurenga Sentinel Contributing Writer 10 May 2013
Cover of Assata Shakur's Autobiography "Assata" First woman to be so designated; reward for her capture increased to $2 million dollars The Federal Bureau of Investigation placed 1970s Black radical ... read more >>
Officials: Obama naming NC's Watt for housing post
Written by Sentinel Staff and Wire Report 10 May 2013
President Obama nominates Congressman Mel Watt in the State Dining Room at the White House on Wednesday, May 1. (Photo by Shevry Lassiter, NNPA, Washington Informer) President Barack Obama nominated ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Staff and Wire Report 10 May 2013
President Obama nominates Congressman Mel Watt in the State Dining Room at the White House on Wednesday, May 1. (Photo by Shevry Lassiter, NNPA, Washington Informer) President Barack Obama nominated ... read more >>
PEARL SABRINA BAUSLEY, MOTHER of REV. JL ARMSTRONG, PASSES
Written by Sentinel New Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 10 May 2013
Pearl Sabrina Bausley, 81, passed on Thursday, May 2, 2013. Ms. Bausley was the mother of JL Armstrong, Associate Minister at FAME Church and National Manager, Corporate Affairs, Toyota Motors ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel New Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 10 May 2013
Pearl Sabrina Bausley, 81, passed on Thursday, May 2, 2013. Ms. Bausley was the mother of JL Armstrong, Associate Minister at FAME Church and National Manager, Corporate Affairs, Toyota Motors ... read more >>
Daniel Lee Jones Passes
Written by Sentinel New Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 10 May 2013
Daniel Lee Jones passed away Thursday, May 2, 2013 in Inglewood, California. He passed peacefully in his sleep of natural causes. Daniel Lee Jones was born to Leonard Clevland Jones and Ida Mae Bailey ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel New Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 10 May 2013
Daniel Lee Jones passed away Thursday, May 2, 2013 in Inglewood, California. He passed peacefully in his sleep of natural causes. Daniel Lee Jones was born to Leonard Clevland Jones and Ida Mae Bailey ... read more >>
James L. Tolbert Succumbs
Written by Sentinel New Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 10 May 2013
One of the first African-American entertainment attorneys in Los Angeles, his career and political accomplishments from the early 1960s to the late 1990s impacted the city in several meaningful ways. ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel New Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 10 May 2013
One of the first African-American entertainment attorneys in Los Angeles, his career and political accomplishments from the early 1960s to the late 1990s impacted the city in several meaningful ways. ... read more >>
Malcolm Shabazz, grandson of Malcolm X, killed
Written by Special to the NNPA from the Amersterdam News 10 May 2013
Photo courtesy of @Malcolm71084 twitter photo Malcolm Shabazz, grandson of Malcolm X, killed Special to the NNPA from the Amsterdam News The Amsterdam News has learned, and ... read more >>
Written by Special to the NNPA from the Amersterdam News 10 May 2013
Photo courtesy of @Malcolm71084 twitter photo Malcolm Shabazz, grandson of Malcolm X, killed Special to the NNPA from the Amsterdam News The Amsterdam News has learned, and ... read more >>
New Poll Shows Greuel With Lead in Mayor Race
Written by Kenneth Miller Asst. Managing Editor 10 May 2013
As the runoff for the May 21st Los Angeles City race for Mayor nears a new poll released this week indicates that Controller Wendy Greuel with a slim one point lead over City Councilman Eric Garcetti. A ... read more >>
Written by Kenneth Miller Asst. Managing Editor 10 May 2013
As the runoff for the May 21st Los Angeles City race for Mayor nears a new poll released this week indicates that Controller Wendy Greuel with a slim one point lead over City Councilman Eric Garcetti. A ... read more >>
New Small Business Risk Education Program Empowers Women and Minority Entrepreneurs to Pursue the American Opportunity
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 09 May 2013
Jacqueline Roberto and Vivica (Photos provided by Traveler’s Insurance) Local small business owners will be honored at celebration with keynote speaker Vivica A. Fox “Game changing.” That’s ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 09 May 2013
Jacqueline Roberto and Vivica (Photos provided by Traveler’s Insurance) Local small business owners will be honored at celebration with keynote speaker Vivica A. Fox “Game changing.” That’s ... read more >>
EDUCATION COMMITTEE PASSES ASSEMBLYMEMBER JONES- SAWYER’S “POSITIVE SCHOOL CLIMATE” BILL
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 09 May 2013
Members embrace Jones-Sawyer’s plan to ensure student safety with more intervention workers and mental health services The Assembly Education Committee unanimously passed Reggie Jones-Sawyer’s ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 09 May 2013
Members embrace Jones-Sawyer’s plan to ensure student safety with more intervention workers and mental health services The Assembly Education Committee unanimously passed Reggie Jones-Sawyer’s ... read more >>
LAUSD Board Member LaMotte Honors Community Trailblazers
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 09 May 2013
Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Twenty community trailblazers were recently honored by LAUSD School Board Member Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte at the annual Board District 1 Community Trailblazers ceremony. The ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 09 May 2013
Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte Twenty community trailblazers were recently honored by LAUSD School Board Member Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte at the annual Board District 1 Community Trailblazers ceremony. The ... read more >>
‘First Ladies’ Band Together to Save Lives
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 09 May 2013
Dr. Betty Price Evelyn Perkins Dozens of L.A.-area Churches in Black and Hispanic neighborhoods will simultaneously host free health day targeting chronic illnesses. Pastors’ wives have long ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 09 May 2013
Dr. Betty Price Evelyn Perkins Dozens of L.A.-area Churches in Black and Hispanic neighborhoods will simultaneously host free health day targeting chronic illnesses. Pastors’ wives have long ... read more >>
Congresswoman Waters Congratulates 2013 Congressional Art Competition Winners
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 09 May 2013
(L-R) 2nd Place winner, Adrian Sanchez, a senior at St. Bernard Catholic High School in Westchester; 3rd Place winner, Soohyun Park, a sophomore at Torrance North High School; Congresswoman Maxine ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 09 May 2013
(L-R) 2nd Place winner, Adrian Sanchez, a senior at St. Bernard Catholic High School in Westchester; 3rd Place winner, Soohyun Park, a sophomore at Torrance North High School; Congresswoman Maxine ... read more >>