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Local News

L.A. Leaders Partner with Federal and State Officials to Rebuild and Recover
Presenting a unified front for Los Angeles' recovery, Mayor Karen Bass visited the Palisades today to evaluate the status of …

Air Quality and How it Affects Los Angeles
The Los Angeles fires have been devastating for many families, businesses, healthcare facilities, and important government buildings.

Lonnie G. Bunch III, Smithsonian Institution Secretary, Speaks in L.A. on March 14
The Democracy Center, a program of the Japanese American National Museum (JANM), will host Lonnie G. Bunch III on March …

Regina Jones Headlines Black History Month Luncheon at Ebell of L.A.
The Ebell of Los Angeles will host a special luncheon with trailblazing media pioneer Regina Jones on Feb. 10 at …

Finding Home Abroad: Charmaine Panlone’s Journey of Self-Discovery
After raising her kids in the South Bay of Los Angeles County, Charmaine Panlon decided to restart her life in …

Steven Christian: Pioneering Augmented Reality Storytelling for Black Creators
As one of the first Black creators to bring AR into the comic book industry, Steven Christian is redefining how …

Kaiser Physician Overcomes Challenges to Achieve Success and Inspire Others to Reach for the Stars
With February being Black History Month, Kaiser Permanente internal medicine and adult primary care physician Dr. Erycka Webb, who practices …

Cal State LA’s History-making President Celebrates Black History Month
Berenecea Johnson Eanes is a history maker. Eanes is Cal State LA’s ninth president and the first Black woman to …

Red Cross Prepares Transition Out of Pasadena Convention Center
People are wheeled into an evacuation center at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, Calif., …

Corps of Engineers Begins Phase 2 of Debris Removal in Los Angeles Wildfire Recovery
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has officially begun Phase 2 of wildfire debris removal in Los Angeles County, marking …

Recovery and Readiness: HPP Cares Prepares Angelenos Impacted By Fires
In the wake of the numerous fires that have ravaged homes and devastated communities across Los Angeles—most destructively the Eaton …
National News

Trump’s Trade War Hits Black America Hardest as Tariffs Drive Up Costs
By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia President Donald Trump’s latest round of tariffs—25% on imports from …

JPMorgan Chase and Apple Remain Committed to DEI Programs
Costco, JPMorgan Chase, Delta Airlines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Apple continue to view diversity as a cornerstone of their …

Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King Discuss New Book and the Power of Living Legacy
Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King, prominent advocates for social justice and equality, recently sat down for an …

In Remembrance: Honoring Those We’ve Lost in 2024
It's important to remember and honor those who have transitioned, recognizing their achievements and the paths they paved for others. …
Entertainment

Sterling K. Brown Leads Suspenseful New Series ‘Paradise’
Emmy Award-winning actor Sterling K. Brown shines in the leading role of “Xavier Collins” in the new Hulu series, “Paradise”.

From Harlem to Hollywood: Dr. Marcus Hunter Breaks Down Black Entertainment’s Legacy
“We need more than just seats at the table,” said Hunter. “We need to own the table.”

The Wait is Over, ‘Harlem’ Season 3 is Finally Here
Goodbyes often have a negative connation to them when things come to an end, but instead of being sad or …

Grammys 2025: Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé’s Country Win, Black Artists Take Center Stage Amid Wildfire Relief Efforts
The 67th Grammy Awards celebrated a night of historic wins with Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, and Doechii earning top honors while …
Sports

NFL Drops ’End Racism’ from Super Bowl Field, Bows to Trump’s Anti-DEI Agenda
An End Racism sign is shown on a goal post during an NFL football game …

NFL players suffered fewest concussions in a season in 2024 since league began tracking 9 years ago
NFL players suffered the fewest concussions in a season in 2024 since the league began tracking data nine years ago.

Jack Flaherty returns to Tigers, agreeing to $35 million, 2-year deal, AP source says
Pitcher Jack Flaherty is returning to the Detroit Tigers, agreeing Sunday to a $35 million, two-year contract, a person familiar …

Kiki Battle: Iriafen vs Rice
The USC and UCLA women’s basketball teams will battle each other for the first time this season on February 13 …
Opinion

Slay the Dragon: Have You Identified Your Dragon?
Think about it. What is troubling you? What keeps you awake at night? Who or what is annoying you? Can …

Tax Relief is Available for Wildfires, Natural Disasters
I want to express my deepest condolences to the families who have lost loved ones in these devastating wildfires, and …

How Far Will This Go?
I don’t even know where to begin. In just a few weeks, our federal government seems to have been turned …

In Critical Conversation with Nanas Martin and Malcolm: Mapping Our Way Forward in Treacherous Times – Part 2
Now, if cultural grounding is indispensable to our identity, our self-definition, then determining our purpose and direction, of necessity, follow …
Religion

Covenant Connection Churches Raise Over $50,000 for L.A. Fire Victims
The Covenant Connection Churches of Southern California, under the leadership of Pastor Xavier L. Thompson, raised over $50,000 to support …

Woodland Hills Community Church Remembers MLK’s Visit, Honors His Memory
On Sunday, Jan. 19, Woodland Hills Community Church (WHCC) held an inspiriting service in honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin …

Watts of Power Foundation Launches Black Church Tour to Inspire Educational Justice
The Watts of Power Foundation is embarking on a transformative Black Church Tour to reignite the historic role of the …

Holman UMC and McCarty Memorial Observe MLK/Human Relations Day
The congregations of Holman United Methodist Church and McCarty Memorial Christian Church united to observe Martin Luther King, Jr./Human Relations …