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BLOOM Initiative Works to Blossom Roses Out of Concrete
Written by Nicole Williams LA Sentinel Contributing Writer nicolew@lasentinel.net 18 April 2013
Active members of BLOOM from left to right: George Weaver of Brotherhood Crusade, BLOOM Initiative Director, Robert Lewis, ‘Bloomer’ Anthony Smith, Actor and Activist LarenzTate and Buffalo ... read more >>
Race Will be Close for Compton Mayor
Written by Jennifer Bihm Jennifer@lasentinel.net 18 April 2013
Aja Brown Omar Bradley Both political newcomer Aja Brown and former Compton Mayor Omar Bradley have large voter support. Preliminary election results from the Compton City Clerk’s office this ... read more >>
From Sweden to South L.A.
Written by Kathy Williamson Sentinel Contributing Writer 11 April 2013
Sweden’s ‘Back Up’ violence prevention team visits South L.A. to learn techniques from PCITI A group of serious young adults from Nookoping, Sweden raised money through multiple fundraisers ... read more >>
Wesson, Holden, Walters Endorse Garcetti
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
Trio Joins Parks, Perry & Davis in South L.A. to Fire-Up Garcetti Volunteers Eric Garcetti was endorsed by Council President Herb Wesson and former South L.A. councilmembers Nate Holden and Rita ... read more >>
Grand Opening of New Health Center at Dominguez High
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
A Cut Above the Rest — Local leaders, school officials, and nonprofit partners gather for the new Dominguez High School Health Center’s ribbon cutting ceremony, Wednesday, March 27. (L-R) front ... read more >>
Candlelight Vigil to reflect on the ‘Season for Nonviolence’
Written by Sentinel New Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
Photo credit: Martin Zamora Commemoration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s death Nearly 200 people, including Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck, Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca and ... read more >>
Special Needs Network Gears Up for Autism Awareness Month
Written by Sentinel News Services generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
  Special Needs Network, Inc. (SNN), a grassroots autism advocacy organization serving South Los Angeles, will host a series of events throughout the month of April to help increase awareness of ... read more >>
Los Angeles Museum of African American Art to Launch Galbreath Photo Exhibit
Written by Sentinel News Services generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
Photojournalist Haywood Galbreath The Museum of African American Art (MAAA) located in the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza, will host a reception on Sunday, April 14 from 2-4 p.m., celebrating the launch ... read more >>
CicLAvia Making History
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
An unprecedented 15 miles of car-free streets from Downtown to Venice Beach Los Angeles will celebrate its 6th CicLAvia on Sunday, April 21, the city’s largest open-streets event to date, according ... read more >>
Price family celebrates 60th Anniversary
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
City Council President Herb Wesson and his wife Fabian Wesson (right) and Bishop Charles and Lady Mae Blake of West Angeles Church (left) were joined by hundreds in celebrating the White Diamond 60th ... read more >>
BET Experience Youth Program
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
LA High School Students Offered Music Industry Career Education and Workshops through BET Experience Youth Program. AEG and BET NETWORKS education initiative, Next Level, in partnership with the GRAMMY® ... read more >>
Waters & Bradley Endorse Greuel
Written by Jennifer Bihm and Kenneth D. Miller 11 April 2013
LIVING LEGACY: Lorraine Bradley, daughter of late iconic Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley, this week announced her support for Wendy Greuel to continue her fathers legacy as mayor.  (Photo by Troy Tieuel ... read more >>
Councilwoman Perry Endorses Sen. Price to replace her in City Council 9th District
Written by Kenneth Miller, Assistant Managing Editor kenneth@lasentinel.net 10 April 2013
    Los Angeles City Councilmember Jan Perry announced this week that she is backing State Senator Curren Price to continue her legacy in the 9th District for the City Council run-off on May 21.   "It ... read more >>
Explore the Warning Signs of Sex Trafficking within the Urban Community
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 04 April 2013
    Well-Play Inc. and Minority AIDS Project Announce New Partnerships in Preparation for Sex Traffic Awareness Panel and “Survivor” Documentary Screening This April On Saturday, April 13 members ... read more >>
Mayor Villaraigosa Launches City’s First Smartphone Application
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 04 April 2013
  MyLA311 mobile application allows community to access city information and services from smart phones and other mobile devices. Mayor Villaraigosa recently announced the launch of the first Citywide ... read more >>
Council Allies Perry and Parks Endorse Garcetti for Mayor
Written by KENNTH D. MILLER Sentinel Assistant Managing Editor kenneth@lasentinel.net 04 April 2013
Jan Perry Bernard Parks Two long time allies on the Los Angeles City Council Jan Perry and Bernard Parks have joined forces to endorse their colleague Eric Garcetti for Mayor of Los Angeles. "I ... read more >>
Zimmer Children’s Museum Presents Jackie Robinson Triple Play Day
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 04 April 2013
Jackie Robinson was an inspiration to Cleveland fans in a rare exhibition appearance in 1948. – AP Photo  An exclusive viewing of rare sports memorabilia and celebration of Jackie Robinson Day Officials ... read more >>
WESSON HOSTS ‘SWEETHEART’ VOLUNTEERS
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 04 April 2013
Council President Herb Wesson and his wife Fabian Wesson at the 10th Council District’s 7th Annual “Sweethearts Luncheon” with volunteers Marion Collins and Valaria Lincoln. – Sentinel File ... read more >>
Shaq comes home for Lakers salute
Written by Jason Lewis Sentinel Sports Editor jasonl@lasentinel.net 04 April 2013
  Larger than life: Former Lakers great Shaquille O'Neal stands with his framed retired No. 34 Jersey during a ceremony at Staples Center Tuesday April 2.  Retires jersey No. 34 After nearly nine ... read more >>
INGLEWOOD ELECTIONS
Written by KENNETH MILLER Sentinel Assistant Managing Editor 04 April 2013
Alex Padilla George Dotson Carliss Richardson-McGhee Padilla, Dotson Poised for New Leadership Richardson-McGhee Seals School Board Bid In an election that could reshape its municipal government ... read more >>
Magic Johnson and Black Leaders Rally for Greuel
Written by KENNETH D. MILLER Sentinel Assistant Managing Editor kenneth@lasentinel.net 04 April 2013
  Sports icon and Dodgers owner, Earvin 'Magic' Johnson made his support of Wendy Greuel for mayor of Los Angeles public Thursday March 28, along with public officials and members of the Black community. ... read more >>
$40B Civil Trial Pits MJ Family Against Promoter AEG Live
Written by KENNETH D. MILLER Sentinel Assistant Managing Editor kenneth@lasentinel.net 04 April 2013
  Pop singer Michael Jackson performs during his 'Dangerous' concert in National Stadium, Singapore on Sunday, August 29, 1993. (AP Photo/C.F. Tham) American pop star Michael Jackson performs during ... read more >>
If a Natural Disaster happens, are you prepared?
Written by Kenneth Miller kenneth@lasentinel.net 29 March 2013
ARE YOU READY? In 1994 when the Northridge earthquake occurred even medical facilities were not exempt from damage.  Associated Press File photo  Public Education Initiative Urges Angelenos to “Know ... read more >>
LALA Scholarship Ball Celebrates 25 Years of Giving Back To The Community
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 29 March 2013
Launched in 1988, the Louisiana to Los Angeles Organizing Committee, Inc. (LALA) Festival has become a cherished local institution of the city's considerable Louisiana-born and bred population, especially ... read more >>
Revolution K12 and The Brotherhood Crusade Form Partnership
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 March 2013
Two organizations join to create large-scale educational transformation within Inglewood Unified School District. Partnership brings financial support from grant awarded by the Stuart Foundation. Revolution ... read more >>

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Latest Reader Poll

Which N.B.A. legend would you start a franchise with?

Bill Russell - 7.7%
Wilt Chamberlain - 5.2%
Oscar Robertson - 1.3%
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar - 6.7%
Julius Erving - 3.2%
Magic Johnson - 29.4%
Larry Bird - 2.9%
Isiah Thomas - 2.4%
Michael Jordon - 17.1%
Hakeem Olajuwon - 1.2%
Shaquille O'neal - 3.4%
Tim Duncan - 1.3%
Kobe Bryant - 7.9%
Allen Iverson - 1%
Lebron James - 5.7%
Kevin Durant - 1.8%
Carmelo Anthony - 1.7%

Total votes: 595
The voting for this poll has ended on: 08 Apr 2013 - 18:35