Cora Jackson-Fossett

Cora is the Managing Editor and Religion Editor for the Los Angeles Sentinel Newspaper. She retired in 2014 from the City of Los Angeles after serving 15 years as public affairs director for the Department of Public Works.

Poetry After Dark: A Night of Seduction, Rhythm, and Sensual Wordplay

On the first Saturday of February, under dim lights and against a backdrop of a live heavy metal bank and bookshelves, a crowd gathered at Café Con Libros Press for a night that was anything but ordinary. Poetry. Music. Drinks. Heart-shaped treats and a room full of lovers of language. Poetry After Dark, a grown and sexy open mic, kicked off Lovers’ Month with a celebration of words, rhythm, and raw, uninhibited truth.

Actor Courtney B. Vance Headlines AAHM Event at L.A. Central Library

The Los Angeles Central Library in downtown L.A. hosted a sit-down discussion on Feb. 8 between Emmy and Tony award-winning actor Courtney B. Vance and moderator/actor William Allen Young to discuss Vance’s book, “The Invisible Ache: Black Men Identifying Their Pain and Reclaiming Their Power” in celebration of African American Heritage Month.

211LA Provides Caring Support to Wildfire Survivors

The devastating fires that swept through Los Angeles County in January have left thousands grappling with the aftermath, searching for temporary housing, necessities, and long-term recovery solutions.  In response, 211 LA has played a critical role in supporting the fire victims and coordinating resources for their recovery.