Breaking News
- L.A. Sentinel and FACE Leaders Unite to ‘Stop the Hate’ Crimes in Los Angeles
- Fathers and Mothers Who Care Host 12th Annual Toy Giveaway in Compton
- Community in Shock and Disbelief Over Allegations Regarding Deputy Mayor Brian K. Williams
- LACMA Showcases ‘Imagining Black Diasporas: 21st-Century Art and Poetics’ Exhibit
- Sheenway School and Culture Center — Educating Youth to Lead the Future Over 50 Years
- Record-Breaking Hate Crimes Against Black Angelenos on the Rise
- Los Angeles Rams and LAPD Spread Holiday Cheer with Annual Sleigh Ride
- Heather Hutt Sworn-in as Councilwoman for L.A.’s 10th District
- Visit Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza for Holiday Photos with Santa
- Homeless and Their Advocates Speak Out in New Film, ‘WE, the Vulnerable of LA’
- The Congressman Wore Sneakers: An Evening With Hakeem Jeffries
- Brotherhood Crusade Honors SEIU President April Verrett at 2024 Pioneer of African American Achievement Award Dinner
- West Coast Hoops Showdown: No. 22 UCLA Holds off No. 14 Gonzaga
- L.A.Rams Defense Dismantle Cardinals 13-9
- Clippers Outlast Golden State Warriors 102-92
- Sportscaster Greg Gumbel Dies From Cancer at Age 78
Top Stories
Taste of Soul 2025
for more infoSAVE THE DATE
Saturday October 18, 2025 10am - 7pm
Local News
Bridging Divides with FACE – Faith and Community Empowerment
Long before Los Angeles County launched its LA vs. Hate campaign, Hyepin Im, president of Faith & Community Empowerment (FACE), …
2024 in Review: 7 Questions for Social Justice Executive Kaci Patterson
Kaci Peterson, the founder and Chief Architect of Social Good Solutions and the Black Equity Collective, has over 18 years …
Iconic Women in Space – NASA Astronaut Dr. Jeanette Epps Inspired Youth
On Dec. 14, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Alpha Gamma Omega Chapter, in partnership with Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., …
A Day of Unity and Creativity: CAAM’s Kwanzaa Kuumba Celebration
The California African American Museum (CAAM) hosted its Kwanzaa Kuumba Celebration on Dec. 14, a lively and family-friendly event that …
Racially Motivated Violence Against Black Teen Prompts $10 Million Claim Against LAUSD
Attorney Caree Harper, racial violence, teen, Bradley C. Gage, Solomon O. Smith
Isabelle Beckwith Honored By L.A. Chapters of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority and Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity
Isabelle Beckwith, a 103 years-old resident of Leimert Park, was recently honored by the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Alpha …
Next Up Aviation and Avalon Carver Put L.A. Students in the Pilot’s Seat
When Dante Kendrick was three years old, his mother knew that he would become a pilot, said Kendrick, the founder …
Kamlager-Dove Hosts ‘118th Congress Wrapped’ Telephone Town Hall
Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove hosted her “118th Congress Wrapped” telephone town hall on December 18, highlighting her key accomplishments and plans …
Simin Hope Foundation and LAPD Host 10th Winter Wonderland and Toy Giveaway
The Simin Hope Foundation joined forces with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) for their annual holiday tradition of the …
Hidden Genius Project Sponsors 12th Annual Brothers Code Event
A local nonprofit, The Hidden Genius Project, hosted its 12th Annual Brothers Code event at Inglewood High School on Dec. …
PVJOBS and EastSide K-Boy Launch “Toys 4 Us” Toy Drive to Give Back to South Central LA Community
Artist and community advocate EastSide K-Boy & PVJOBS/Re-entry Network, in collaboration with Phee-Nomenal-Women invite the public to their inaugural “Toys …
National News
Sportscaster Greg Gumbel Dies From Cancer at Age 78
Greg Gumbel, a longtime CBS sportscaster, has died from cancer, according to a statement from family released by CBS on …
Justice Department, Louisville reach deal after probe prompted by Breonna Taylor killing
The U.S. Justice Department and the city of Louisville have reached an agreement to reform the city’s police force after …
Nikki Giovanni, Poet And Literary Celebrity, Passes Away at 81
Nikki Giovanni, the poet, author, educator and public speaker who went from borrowing money to release her first book to …
Kevin Grevioux: The Visionary Film Producer, Writer, Director, and Comic Book Creator
“We hadn’t seen a Black character like that created by a Black creator,” Kevin Grevioux said, reflecting on his creation …
Entertainment
André 3000 Reflects on Career and Creative Evolution at Grammy Museum Event
Nine-time Grammy Award winner André 3000 recently captivated an intimate audience at the Grammy Museum’s Clive Davis Theater during an …
From Navy Decks to Movie Sets, How Daniel J. Adams Navigated the Leap Into Filmmaking
Navy veteran Daniel J. Adams’ journey from military service to filmmaking highlights the challenges of transitioning careers and offers valuable …
Kylie Jefferson Shines in ‘The Six Triple Eight!’
"I’ve learned that strength doesn’t always mean being tough. Sometimes, it’s about being vulnerable and allowing people to connect with …
Dashing & Dazzling Damon Wayans Jr. is Perfect Boyfriend in ‘Shrinking’
Damon Wayans Jr. joins the cast of “Shrinking” as Derek, the love interest to Gaby, (actress Jessica Williams) a therapist …
Sports
West Coast Hoops Showdown: No. 22 UCLA Holds off No. 14 Gonzaga
The UCLA Bruins men's basketball team hosted the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the Intersport West Coast Hoops Showdown in Inglewood, CA …
L.A.Rams Defense Dismantle Cardinals 13-9
The Los Angeles Rams ran a defensive clinic against the Arizona Cardinals in their 13-9 win. Despite the Cards getting …
Clippers Outlast Golden State Warriors 102-92
The Los Angeles Clippers survived a late rally by the Golden State Warriors 102-92. The Clippers led by as much …
USC Men’s Basketball Wins Fourth Straight; Beats Southern University 82-51
The USC men's basketball team played its final non-conference game and the result was another victory. The Trojans defeated Southern …
Opinion
California Cannot Afford to Ignore Its Water Crisis
Over the past few decades, California has prided itself on being a national leader in setting ambitious environmental goals and …
The Liberty in Laundry Act Sounds Like a Joke. Sadly It’s Not.
The incoming Trump administration is supposedly interested in “efficiency.” It has a whole quasigovernmental department – the Elon Musk- and …
Celebrating Kwanzaa in Difficult and Demanding Times: Lifting Up the Light that Lasts”
As always, this year we wish for Africans everywhere throughout the world African community “Heri za Kwanzaa. Happy Kwanzaa.” And …
A Black New Year’s Resolution
I’m making a special request a little early for all of my people. You may remember a couple of weeks …
Religion
Deadly Violence in Nigeria Linked to Breakup of United Methodist Church Over LGBTQ Policies
A religious schism has turned deadly in Nigeria, with a church member fatally shot and two young children killed as …
Black Denomination Upholds Stance Against Same-Sex Marriage. A Gay Pastor in its Ranks Seeks Change
Same-sex marriage is an issue that the Rev. Jennifer S. Leath has labored over for two decades.
Shirlene Quigley’s Faith-Driven Mission, From Beyoncé to Dancing Disciples
Shirlene Quigley, a professional dancer with over 20 years of experience and founder of Dancing Disciples, a nonprofit dance ministry, empowers …
Words of the Week – Preparation for the Promise
When God’s presence is magnified, we are edified. When we are edified, the creation is reconciled. When the creation is …