UNCF Masked Ball Honors Magic Johnson & Sheryl Underwood
Written by Sentinel Wire Services 07 March 2013
And says Farewell to its host, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa Magic and Cookie Johnson Celebrate the Mayors Masked Ball UNCF President and CEO Dr. Michael Lomax congratulates the night’s honoree ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Wire Services 07 March 2013
And says Farewell to its host, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa Magic and Cookie Johnson Celebrate the Mayors Masked Ball UNCF President and CEO Dr. Michael Lomax congratulates the night’s honoree ... read more >>
DCH Teen Safe Driving Foundation Announces the Winner of its D3CA Contest
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 07 March 2013
Dominique Murray standing next to the 2013 Toyota Corolla he just won Brotherhood Crusade’s Dominique Murray The DCH Teen Safe Driving Foundation announced the winner of the Don’t Drive Distracted ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 07 March 2013
Dominique Murray standing next to the 2013 Toyota Corolla he just won Brotherhood Crusade’s Dominique Murray The DCH Teen Safe Driving Foundation announced the winner of the Don’t Drive Distracted ... read more >>
“SKIP COOPER DAY” IN LOS ANGELES
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 07 March 2013
Skip Cooper and Council President Herb Wesson Council President Herb Wesson congratulated Earl “Skip” Cooper II, president and CEO of the Black Business Association for receiving the organization’s ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 07 March 2013
Skip Cooper and Council President Herb Wesson Council President Herb Wesson congratulated Earl “Skip” Cooper II, president and CEO of the Black Business Association for receiving the organization’s ... read more >>
Kennedy Wins Outright in Pasadena
Written by KENNETH MILLER Sentinel Staff Writer 07 March 2013
John J. Kennedy African American poised to lead community in Pasadena. John J. Kennedy, whose roots in the Pasadena community spans 70-years, captured a seat on the Pasadena City Council winning ... read more >>
Written by KENNETH MILLER Sentinel Staff Writer 07 March 2013
John J. Kennedy African American poised to lead community in Pasadena. John J. Kennedy, whose roots in the Pasadena community spans 70-years, captured a seat on the Pasadena City Council winning ... read more >>
Curren Price Leading Black Candidate in 9th District
Written by KENNETH MILLER, Sentinel Staff Writer kenneth@lasentinel.net 07 March 2013
Senator Curren Price State Senator primed for likely runoff with Anna Cubas Decorated State Senator and highly respected African American public servant, Curren Price separated himself as the leading ... read more >>
Written by KENNETH MILLER, Sentinel Staff Writer kenneth@lasentinel.net 07 March 2013
Senator Curren Price State Senator primed for likely runoff with Anna Cubas Decorated State Senator and highly respected African American public servant, Curren Price separated himself as the leading ... read more >>
Rosa Parks Honored by Congress with Full-Length Statue
Written by Maya Rhodan NNPA Washington Correspondent 07 March 2013
Rosa Parks statue lives in the halls of the U.S Capitol. (Courtesy of NNPA) As Black History Month came to a close, a Civil Rights icon made history once again in the halls of the U.S. Capitol. On ... read more >>
Written by Maya Rhodan NNPA Washington Correspondent 07 March 2013
Rosa Parks statue lives in the halls of the U.S Capitol. (Courtesy of NNPA) As Black History Month came to a close, a Civil Rights icon made history once again in the halls of the U.S. Capitol. On ... read more >>
Dennis Rodman worms his way into North Korea
Written by Associated Press 07 March 2013
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, left, and former NBA star Dennis Rodman watch North Korean and U.S. players in an exhibition basketball game at an arena in Pyongyang, North Korea, Thursday, Feb. 28, ... read more >>
Written by Associated Press 07 March 2013
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, left, and former NBA star Dennis Rodman watch North Korean and U.S. players in an exhibition basketball game at an arena in Pyongyang, North Korea, Thursday, Feb. 28, ... read more >>
UN approves new sanctions against North Korea
Written by Edith M. Lederer and Hyung-Jin Kim, Associated Press 07 March 2013
Members of the United Nations Security Council vote for tough new sanctions to punish North Korea for its latest nuclear test, during a meeting at U.N. headquarters Thursday, March 7, 2013. The unanimous ... read more >>
Written by Edith M. Lederer and Hyung-Jin Kim, Associated Press 07 March 2013
Members of the United Nations Security Council vote for tough new sanctions to punish North Korea for its latest nuclear test, during a meeting at U.N. headquarters Thursday, March 7, 2013. The unanimous ... read more >>
Supreme Court Justice Equates Black Voting Rights with ‘Racial Entitlements’
Written by George E. Curry NNPA Editor-in-Chief 07 March 2013
In the oral arguments last week before the Supreme Court to determine whether a key section of the Voting Rights Act should be upheld, Justice Antonin Scalia referred to the provision as “perpetuation ... read more >>
Written by George E. Curry NNPA Editor-in-Chief 07 March 2013
In the oral arguments last week before the Supreme Court to determine whether a key section of the Voting Rights Act should be upheld, Justice Antonin Scalia referred to the provision as “perpetuation ... read more >>
Garcetti, Greuel to Duel for Mayor
Written by Jennifer Bihm Jennifer@lasentinel.net 07 March 2013
Neither Controller Wendy Gruel nor City Councilman Eric Garcetti garnered enough votes by Tuesday night to avoid a runoff in May to become Los Angeles’ next mayor. Councilwoman Jan Perry was in ... read more >>
Written by Jennifer Bihm Jennifer@lasentinel.net 07 March 2013
Neither Controller Wendy Gruel nor City Councilman Eric Garcetti garnered enough votes by Tuesday night to avoid a runoff in May to become Los Angeles’ next mayor. Councilwoman Jan Perry was in ... read more >>
Incident Involving a Firearm Occurred Outside Pollling Location at 92nd Street Elementary School
Written by Sentinel News Service 06 March 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For Media Inquiries: Sunny Cho (213) 978-0417 Sunny.Cho@lacity.org ***REISSUED*** VOTERS ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 06 March 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For Media Inquiries: Sunny Cho (213) 978-0417 Sunny.Cho@lacity.org ***REISSUED*** VOTERS ... read more >>
Light turnout caps low-profile race for LA mayor
Written by Michael R. Blood, Associated Press 06 March 2013
Councilwoman Jan Perry with a group of people. Photo Courtesy of www.janperry.com Controller Wendy Greuel and a group of children. Photo Courtesy of www.wendygreuel.org Councilman ... read more >>
Written by Michael R. Blood, Associated Press 06 March 2013
Councilwoman Jan Perry with a group of people. Photo Courtesy of www.janperry.com Controller Wendy Greuel and a group of children. Photo Courtesy of www.wendygreuel.org Councilman ... read more >>
More Than $14M of Fake HandbagsSeized by CBP in L.A.
Written by Sentinel News Service 05 March 2013
Office of Public AffairsU.S. Department of Homeland Security March 5, 2013Contact: CBP Public Affairs, Jaime Ruiz(562) 980-3110 NEWS RELEASE More Than $14M ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 05 March 2013
Office of Public AffairsU.S. Department of Homeland Security March 5, 2013Contact: CBP Public Affairs, Jaime Ruiz(562) 980-3110 NEWS RELEASE More Than $14M ... read more >>
RELEASE: Quad Caucus Chairs, Leader Pelosi, Whip Hoyer Statements on Protecting the Right to Vote for All Americans
Written by Sentinel News Service 01 March 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 01 March 2013
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Congressional Black Caucus Chair Marcia Fudge’s Statement on the Rosa Parks Statue and Unveiling Ceremony
Written by Sentinel News Service 01 March 2013
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 01 March 2013
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Transcript: Remarks by the President at Dedication of Statue Honoring Rosa Parks -- US Capitol
Written by Sentinel News Service 28 February 2013
(AP Photo/Charles Dharapak) THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary _________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 28 February 2013
(AP Photo/Charles Dharapak) THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary _________________________________________________________________ For Immediate Release ... read more >>
Kenya prepares for watershed elections
Written by Associated Press 28 February 2013
Associated Press/Khalil Senosi, In this Feb. 24, 2013 file photo, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Presidential candidate Raila Odinga, right, shakes hands with The National Alliance (TNA) Presidential ... read more >>
Written by Associated Press 28 February 2013
Associated Press/Khalil Senosi, In this Feb. 24, 2013 file photo, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Presidential candidate Raila Odinga, right, shakes hands with The National Alliance (TNA) Presidential ... read more >>
More Americans struggle to repay student loans
Written by CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER Associated Press 28 February 2013
More Americans are falling behind on student loans, threatening their ability to obtain mortgages and other credit in the future. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York says more than 31 percent of ... read more >>
Written by CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER Associated Press 28 February 2013
More Americans are falling behind on student loans, threatening their ability to obtain mortgages and other credit in the future. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York says more than 31 percent of ... read more >>
First lady announces effort to help kids exercise
Written by DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press 28 February 2013
Associated Press/Rogelio V. Solis - First lady Michelle Obama greets educators and state and community officials at a "Let's Move!" program at the Eastside and Northside Elementary Schools in Clinton, ... read more >>
Written by DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press 28 February 2013
Associated Press/Rogelio V. Solis - First lady Michelle Obama greets educators and state and community officials at a "Let's Move!" program at the Eastside and Northside Elementary Schools in Clinton, ... read more >>
John Kennedy gets support from all over Pasadena
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
John Kennedy Even his opponents are now supporting him for council This has been a very good week for Pasadena City Council candidate John Kennedy. First he received notice that Pasadena Police ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
John Kennedy Even his opponents are now supporting him for council This has been a very good week for Pasadena City Council candidate John Kennedy. First he received notice that Pasadena Police ... read more >>
Katherine Jackson to Go Ahead with Lawsuit against AEG
Written by BILL HETHERMAN City New Service 28 February 2013
A judge this week issued a tentative ruling that Michael Jackson's mother can move forward with her lawsuit contending that the promoters of Michael Jackson's never-realized London concerts negligently ... read more >>
Written by BILL HETHERMAN City New Service 28 February 2013
A judge this week issued a tentative ruling that Michael Jackson's mother can move forward with her lawsuit contending that the promoters of Michael Jackson's never-realized London concerts negligently ... read more >>
Golden State Mutual Life Alumni Association Installs 2013 Officers
Written by Sentinel Wire Service 28 February 2013
At a recent luncheon the Honorable Congresswoman Diane Watson swears in the 2013 officers of the Golden State Mutual Life Alumni Association. Pictured above, left to right are: Eldridge Dean, parliamentarian; ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Wire Service 28 February 2013
At a recent luncheon the Honorable Congresswoman Diane Watson swears in the 2013 officers of the Golden State Mutual Life Alumni Association. Pictured above, left to right are: Eldridge Dean, parliamentarian; ... read more >>
Urban League Open House introduced newly appointed CEO Nolan V. Rollins
Written by Sentinel News Servicegeneralinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Members of the LA Urban League Board of Directors and Executive Team (L-R) Hosts__ Supervisor Mark Ridley Thomas, John C. Mack, Noel Massie and Nolan Rollins Nolan Rollins greets community member Community ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Servicegeneralinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Members of the LA Urban League Board of Directors and Executive Team (L-R) Hosts__ Supervisor Mark Ridley Thomas, John C. Mack, Noel Massie and Nolan Rollins Nolan Rollins greets community member Community ... read more >>
Study Shows Significant Learning Gaps between Blacks and Whites
Written by City News Service 28 February 2013
By the second grade, African American students in Los Angeles County demonstrate significant learning gaps that only widen with age and lead to the highest school dropout rate among all races, according ... read more >>
Written by City News Service 28 February 2013
By the second grade, African American students in Los Angeles County demonstrate significant learning gaps that only widen with age and lead to the highest school dropout rate among all races, according ... read more >>
Negro League Star Harold Gould, 88
Written by Donald HuntSpecial to the NNPA from The Philadelphia Tribune 28 February 2013
This file photo shows Philadelphia Stars legend Harold Gould, right, with Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins, before a baseball game at Citizens Bank Park. — FILE PHOTO/PHILLIES MEDIA ... read more >>
Written by Donald HuntSpecial to the NNPA from The Philadelphia Tribune 28 February 2013
This file photo shows Philadelphia Stars legend Harold Gould, right, with Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins, before a baseball game at Citizens Bank Park. — FILE PHOTO/PHILLIES MEDIA ... read more >>