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- Kamala Harris Trounces Donald Trump in First Presidential Debate
- Richard Alatorre, Pioneering Chicano Activist, Passes at 81
- Mayor Warren and the Impact of Local Officials
- Barbara Morrison Theater Hosts Celebration of Life for John Amos
- Kaiser Permanente and LA Clippers Unite to Elevate Community Health
- Koshie Mills and Heirs of Afrika Celebrated and Honored Black Women
- No Labels, Just Stories: The Infinite Art of Alana Kay Bright
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Local News
Barbara Morrison Theater Hosts Celebration of Life for John Amos
The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Theater hosted a heartfelt celebration of life for legendary actor John Amos on Nov. 21.
Kaiser Permanente and LA Clippers Unite to Elevate Community Health
The LA Clippers and Kaiser Permanente have announced a long-term agreement that brings together two trusted Southern California organizations, united …
Koshie Mills and Heirs of Afrika Celebrated and Honored Black Women
Ghanaian American Media Mogul and founder of Heirs of Afrika Koshie Mills hosted her 7th Annual International Women of Power …
USC Commits Comeback Victory Over UCLA
The USC Trojans football team committed a late rally to defeat the UCLA Bruins 19-13. The highly defensive matchup only …
UCLA Becomes Top-Ranked Team After Victory Over South Carolina
The UCLA women’s basketball team toppled the reigning NCAA champion South Carolina Gamecocks 77-62. This is the second loss the …
USC Continues to Improve in 82-68 Win Over San José State
The USC Trojans men’s basketball team head coach Eric Mussleman is building positive habits with his team. The 82-68 win …
Powell Scores 23 Points in Clippers 102-99 Win Over Warriors
Norman Powell scored a team-high 23 points and the Los Angeles Clippers held on in a thriller to defeat the …
Harden Becomes No. 2 for All-Time 3-Pointer Makes in Clippers Victory
On Sunday, James Harden made NBA history by passing Ray Allen for second All-Time in three-pointers. He tallied 20 points …
Rams, Novavax Protects the Rams House With Vaccination Clinic
The Los Angeles Rams partnered with Novavax to combat respiratory disease season. Both organizations aimed to “Protect the Rams House” …
JuJu Watkins Hit 1000 Career Points in Win Against Santa Clara
Sophomore guard JuJu Watkins led all scorers with 22 points to defeat the Santa Clara Broncos 81-50. In the third …
2024 KITS Film Awards Empowers Foster Youth Through Storytelling and Filmmaking
The 2024 KITS Film Awards celebrated the creativity and achievements of foster youth in filmmaking.
National News
Looking Forward to that Thanksgiving Meal? Be Careful How You Eat
With Thanksgiving approaching, who doesn’t look forward to enjoying a hearty meal that has traditionally been associated with a great …
Tuskegee University Shooting Raises Questions About Campus Safety
On Nov. 10, a massive series of shots erupted on the Tuskegee University campus at the West Commons student apartments, …
Queen Bey and Yale: The Ivy League university is set to offer a course on Beyoncé and her legacy
With a record 99 Grammy nominations and acclaim as one of the most influential artists in music history, pop superstar Beyoncé and …
Coco Gauff’s WTA Finals title ends her season with a $4.8 million check and a big turnaround
Coco Gauff pays attention to what people say about her online and occasionally takes pleasure in clapping back, so it …
Entertainment
Barbara Morrison Theater Hosts Celebration of Life for John Amos
The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Theater hosted a heartfelt celebration of life for legendary actor John Amos on Nov. 21.
No Labels, Just Stories: The Infinite Art of Alana Kay Bright
For Alana, the story doesn’t truly begin until she’s stepped past the edge of a boundary, into the endless unknown …
Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts Talks the Power of Black Joy in Entertainment
In a media landscape saturated with depictions of Black trauma, author Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts is on a mission to change …
Loni Love Brings Holiday Cheer with Comedy, Cooking, and Candid Conversations
In a race where the two candidates are separated by less than 1%, it appears that Laura Richardson has emerged …
Sports
Kaiser Permanente and LA Clippers Unite to Elevate Community Health
The LA Clippers and Kaiser Permanente have announced a long-term agreement that brings together two trusted Southern California organizations, united …
USC Commits Comeback Victory Over UCLA
The USC Trojans football team committed a late rally to defeat the UCLA Bruins 19-13. The highly defensive matchup only …
UCLA Becomes Top-Ranked Team After Victory Over South Carolina
The UCLA women’s basketball team toppled the reigning NCAA champion South Carolina Gamecocks 77-62. This is the second loss the …
USC Continues to Improve in 82-68 Win Over San José State
The USC Trojans men’s basketball team head coach Eric Mussleman is building positive habits with his team. The 82-68 win …
Opinion
Updated Invoice Deadline Approaching
Where do you want to go from here? Are you properly registered? Have you built up your credit credentials? What …
My Rights, Your Rights, His Rights – GOD Has Spoken Part 2
Whose rights are they anyway? If the leadership doesn’t lead in a godly manner and we follow that leadership even …
Unshakable
Several weeks ago, I shared I was going to do a short self-imposed sabbatical to reflect, relax, rest, and restore …
Dialoguing with Nanas Thurman, Brooks and Burroughs: Reflections on Meanings of Resistance and Resilience – Part I
Clearly, a critical and compelling task of our times is to remember, raise up and reaffirm in our sensitivities, thought …
Religion
Joanne Sanders Transitions to be With the Lord
Los Angeles resident Joanne Sanders passed away on Friday, Nov. 22, and now rests in the heavenly home of the …
West Angeles Joins Faith And Fine Dining With New West A Café
West Angeles Church of God In Christ served a special Thanksgiving Family style meal in the West A Café for …
St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church Sings in the Holidays
St. Stephen’s Missionary Baptist Church in La Puente serves up a full menu of joyous performances to ensure blessings for …
Magic and Cookie Johnson Celebrate 10 Years of Holiday Hope for Families in Inglewood
Earvin "Magic" Johnson, Cookie Johnson, and the Magic Johnson Foundation celebrated the 10th annual Holiday Hope event, partnering with Feed …