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- Black & Brown Community Leaders Show Up for Barbara Lee for U.S. Senate Campaign
- Thinking Bigger with the ThinkWatts Foundation
- African American Firefighter Museum Traces History From Segregation to Integration
- London Brown: How to Become a ‘Baller’ Through the ‘Power’ of Education!
- Mothers In Action Brings Thanksgiving to Seniors and the Community
- LADWP to Build and Operate EV Fast-Charging Stations in Underserved Communities
- Jackson Dazzles in 35-Point Effort; Nuggets Stun Clippers in 113-104 Win
- Jordan Defeat Washington Prep in City Section Division III Championships
- Legislature Revisits Bill to Increase Voter Registration Options for Californians
- Values Partnerships Launches Faith and Mental Health Resource with Bishop Jakes
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Local News
World AIDS Day – Time for Reflection and Action
According to a study by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (DPH), Black and African Americans make up …
Diabetes Impacts Black Community, But Simple Lifestyle Changes Make a Difference
When it comes to the impact on the Black community, diabetes is having an exceptional toll. The Centers for Disease …
County DPH Named Robert Wood Johnson Foundation 2023 Culture of Health Prize Winner
The Los Angeles County African American Infant and Maternal Mortality Prevention Initiative (AAIMM) received the 2023 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation …
Black-led Conservancy Receives $3M to Purchase 650 Acres of Land
California’s only Black-led conservation group, 40 Acre Conservation League, has been awarded $3 million in funding from the state Wildlife …
Black & Brown Community Leaders Show Up for Barbara Lee for U.S. Senate Campaign
Fifty were invited, but nearly 100 showed up on Nov. 27, to support Congresswoman Barbara Lee’s campaign to represent California …
2024 Legislative Session: Black Caucus Members Named as Committee Chairs
Several Black legislators serving in the California State Assembly have been appointed as committee chairs for the 2024 legislative session.
Eulanda Matthews – Here to Serve
Eulanda Lynn Matthews has lived those words with her life helping people in legal matters and so much more.
November 2023 – A Very Special Month for the Honorable Diane E. Watson
The Alzheimer’s Association, California Southland Chapter along with the Diane E. Watson Center for Compassionate Intervention, hosted an informative, crucial, …
Thinking Bigger with the ThinkWatts Foundation
From a young age, Watts native Brandon “Stix” Salaam-Bailey noticed the many barriers African American families encountered living in Los …
The Beehive Wins Los Angeles Business Council’s Architectural Design Award
The Los Angeles Business Council announced the winners of its 53rd Architectural Awards, which celebrate designs that embrace innovative design …
African American Firefighter Museum Traces History From Segregation to Integration
At 1401 South Central Avenue in Los Angeles, children and adults can come to the African American Firefighter Museum to …
National News
Industry Receives High Marks at Rainbow PUSH Global Automotive Summit 2023
The automotive sector recently returned to Detroit Nov. 14-15 for the Rainbow PUSH 24th Annual Summit. Over 300 auto executives, …
Black Families Are Facing More Threats to Homeownership
The high cost of housing, predatory financing programs, and the temporary nature …
African American-Owned Friday Redefines Holiday Shopping
As the holiday season approaches, a deliberate effort to wield economic influence in support of African, African American, and Afro …
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, Wife of 39th President, Dies at 96
The Carter Center announced today, Nov. 19, the death of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, the wife of the 39th …
Entertainment
Top Artist to Look Out For in 2024 – Myko Lyric
A key characteristic in all legendary artists is their vulnerability; their music reflects a universal stage for deep emotions to …
London Brown: How to Become a ‘Baller’ Through the ‘Power’ of Education!
Brown remembers a time when he did not know he could turn his love of the arts into a career. …
Watley’s ‘Christmas Time Is Here’ – A Timeless Holiday Classic
Grammy Award-winning music icon Jody Watley's has an enchanting rendition of "Christmas Time Is Here."
L.A. Auto Show Features Kevin Hart Kollection and Amazon
This year's L.A. Auto Show is in full swing, and it features the personal car collection from celebrated comedian, actor, …
Sports
Jackson Dazzles in 35-Point Effort; Nuggets Stun Clippers in 113-104 Win
The defending NBA champions were forced to rely on former Los Angeles Clippers in Reggie Jackson and DeAndre Jordan and …
Jordan Defeat Washington Prep in City Section Division III Championships
The Jordan Bulldogs rallied in the final minutes to etch their names in history during the Division III CIF City …
Banning Outlasts Crenshaw in the Division I City Section Title Match
The Crenshaw Cougars were unable to execute a back-to-back Championship win after falling to the Banning Pilots 28-35 in the …
Chargers Offense Struggles During Crucial Part of Season
The Los Angeles Chargers came up short against the Baltimore Ravens 10-20. The Baltimore defense played a key role as …
Opinion
Walking in a Winter Wonderland
The holidays are a time of excitement and wonder. The …
Gift-Giving And Sharing Good During Kwanzaa: Lessons For Life As Well As Celebration
Above all, gift-giving is the sharing of good, and practiced …
“Seduced! – Conquer The World” Part 10
You have been defined “king of kings” by the divine prophet, Belteshazzar, (his captive name) better known to us as …
Honoring Rev. James Lawson Jr.’s Legacy by Ensuring Workers ‘Know Their Rights’
The Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. referred to Reverend James Lawson Jr. as “the leading theorist and strategist of …
Religion
Values Partnerships Launches Faith and Mental Health Resource with Bishop Jakes
On Tuesday, November 14, the launch of the learning hub dedicated to pastors and lay leaders, hosted by Bishop T.D. …
Crenshaw Christian Center’s 50th Anniversary Culmination Punctuated by Love and Praise
Crenshaw Christian Center (CCC) officially concluded its year-long 50th anniversary celebration with a decidedly Ecclesiastic service that prompted laughter and …
Lewis Metropolitan CME Holds Family and Friends Day
Lewis Metropolitan CME Church will celebrate the Family and Friends Day with two worship services on Sunday, Dec. 3, in …
St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church Presents Health Forum on Autism
Pastor S.T. Williams and the members of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, located in the West Adams district of Los Angeles, …