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Rev. Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick Passes Away
The faith community is in mourning over the passing of the Rev. Dr. Joseph Benjamin Hardwick, who passed away on …
Will.i.am Addresses Palisades Charter High School Graduating Seniors During Live Q&A Event
The Palisades Charter High School Class of 2025 were granted the opportunity to participate in a very special live Q …
Kimberly Blagrove: Finding Freedom Through Bicontinental Business
Kimberly Blagrove is a multilingual entrepreneur who has built her boutique agency, Vogue Translations, into the global business it is …
Where to Celebrate Father’s Day 2025 in Los Angeles
Celebrating food also means celebrating the creators who shape how we experience it. These African American food storytellers—many with roots …
Why So Many Liquor Stores In South L.A.? Rele Gallery Confronts the System in Paint and Panel
On June 7, Rele Gallery in Los Angeles hosted “Why Is There a Liquor Store on Almost Every Corner?,” a panel …
Bass Declares Curfew After Five Days of Protests, Unrest in LA
A one-square-mile section of downtown Los Angeles was under curfew Wednesday after five days of protests and unrest sparked by …
Western States Carpenters Opens Facility in Gardena
Western States Carpenters hosted a grand opening of the Local 323 & The Carson Carpenters Training Center. The state-of-the-art center …
Community Swearing-In of Sen. Laura Richardson Celebrates Determination, Diversity
The community swearing-in of Sen. Laura Richardson celebrated her achievements, the unique potential of California’s 35th District.
Judge Accept’s Ye’s Challenge to Recently Appointed Discovery Referee
Kanye West arrives at the 67th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, in Los …
Senate Passes Sen. Smallwood-Cuevas’ Bill Package Putting Working Families First
This week, the California State Senate passed 11 bills authored by Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D-Los Angeles) that prioritizes economic solutions …
Pasadena Humane Continues to Support Injured and Displaced Animals
In the aftermath of the Eaton Fires, support, shelter, and hope are still reaching those who need it most-both pets …
National News
Mourners pay respects to late US Rep. Charles Rangel as his body lies in state at New York City Hall
The casket of former Rep. Charles Rangel, D-N.Y., lies in state in the rotunda of New …
Black Press Redefines Equity Goals, Introduces MAO to Replace DEI
In a new push led by the Black Press, Chavis announced that “Merit, Advancement, and Opportunity” – or M.A.O. – …
IN MEMORIAM: Ananda Lewis Remembered for Power, Purpose, and Grace
Tributes have continued to pour in for Ananda Lewis, the former MTV VJ and host of BET’s Teen Summit, one …
Sen. Padilla Forcibly Removed from DHS Secretary News Conference, Handcuffed
Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, was forcibly removed Thursday from a West Los Angeles news conference being held by U.S. Homeland …
Entertainment
The Untold Story of Big Tru and Tupac That Helped Shape Hip Hop History
Tupac Shakur and music producer Truman Jefferson, now known to many by the nickname Tupac gave him— “Big Tru," had …
Rockmond Dunbar Anchors Tyler Perry’s Intense Netflix Drama ‘Straw’
Dunbar described filming “Straw” as a demanding and emotional experience. “It felt like carrying bricks,” he said. “There’s a weight …
Eric Devontae: Built for the Spotlight, Born for the Mic
Eric Devontae Russell is an actor, host, and rapper who moves between camera, mic, and pen. …
Misty Copeland broke barriers in ballet. Now she’s retiring and moving to ‘the next stage’
Misty Copeland poses for a portrait on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in New York. (Photo by …
Sports
Sparks Find Consistent Attack During Commissioner’s Cup Games
Los Angeles Sparks forward Rickea Jackson hit a career-high 30 points in their 97-89 win over the Las Vegas Aces …
Fisk University women’s gymnastics team, the first at an HBCU, to stop competing after 2026
Fisk University's bold experiment in women's gymnastics is coming to an end.
UCLA Men’s Basketball Mourns the Passing of David Greenwood
Former UCLA standout forward David Greenwood passed away in Riverside, Calif., on Sunday, June 8, after a battle with cancer. …
Josh Wallace Hosts Football Camp in Maryland
Rams corner Josh Wallace will be hosting his inaugural youth football camp in his hometown of Bowie, MD on June …
Podcasts
Opinion
What’s It Like to Run a Business in DTLA with ICE Raids , Nat’l Guard and Curfews
What’s it like to run a business in downtown Los Angeles right now—during mass ICE raids, National Guard deployments, and …
Congratulations 2025 Graduates – BELIEVE!
It is an honor to share these thoughts with you as your young scholar culminates from eighth grade. Please continue …
Being a Father- Does Not Make You a Dad
June 15 is Father’s Day. It’s important to remember there’s a difference between being a father and being a dad. …
Again, Remembering and Honoring Our Father: His Spirit, Mind, Speech and Specialness
Here, as Father’s Day approaches, I am retrieving one of …
Religion
Rev. Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick Passes Away
The faith community is in mourning over the passing of the Rev. Dr. Joseph Benjamin Hardwick, who passed away on …
Faith Leaders Opposed to ICE Raids Counsel Nonviolence
When the Rev. Edward Anderson rallied in Los Angeles this week against the Trump administration’s intensifying immigration crackdown, he positioned himself between law …
Bishop Frank L. Stewart, Unwavering Servant of God, Passes Away at 88
Bishop Frank L Stewart, organizer and founding pastor of Zoe Christian Fellowship of Los Angeles, went home to be with …
Homegoing Services Set for Bishop Norman Hutchins
The homegoing service for Bishop Norman Hutchins is set for Friday, June 20, at 11 a.m., at Love and Unity …