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A Revolutionary in The Mind: Muhammad Abdullah’s Dedication and Legacy to Faith, Freedom, and Black Consciousness

Nusaybah Al-Mansur, Contributing WriterFebruary 25, 2025

Muhammad Abdullah, president and CEO of the Al Hajj Muhammad Abdullah Research Institute—a revered elder, revolutionary, Pan-Africanist and Muslim. Known for his profound intellect and deep historical knowledge, Abdullah is widely respected across Los Angeles for his commitment to all those suffering and influence on those in the prison system, gang and former gang members, Black youth and the Muslim community.

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The Obamas Rock Democratic Convention in Chicago

Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National CorrespondentAugust 26, 2024

On the second day of the Democratic National Convention, the Obamas took center stage and delivered electrifying speeches that reverberated through the United Center in Chicago.

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Danny J. Bakewell, Sr. named by LA Times as one of Los Angeles’ Most Influential Leaders

Sentinel News StaffJune 24, 2024

Danny J. Bakewell, Sr., executive publisher of the Los Angeles Sentinel,was named by the Los Angeles Times as one of Los Angeles Most Influential Leaders.

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Baseball Legend Willie Mays Passes Away at 93

Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National CorrespondentJune 19, 2024

Willie Mays, the iconic Hall of Famer often hailed as the greatest player in baseball history, has died at 93. The news broke during a Mets and Rangers game in Arlington, evoking emotional tributes from the baseball community.

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‘The Big Cigar’ Is One Of The Greatest Stories Never Told

Zon D’Amour, Contributing WriterJune 5, 2024

André Holland embodies Black Panther Party Founder, Huey P. Newton in new series

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As Mets retire his No. 18, Strawberry tells fans ‘I’m so sorry for ever leaving’

RONALD BLUM AP Baseball WriterJune 3, 2024

Darryl Strawberry stood on the Citi Field grass as his No. 18 was being retired and addressed the New York Mets fans he had jilted 34 years earlier.

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Statue unveiled at the site where Sojourner Truth gave her 1851 ‘Ain’t I a Woman?’ speech

PATRICK ORSAGOS Associated PressMay 31, 2024

Hundreds gathered in an Ohio city on Wednesday to unveil a plaza and statue dedicated to abolitionist Sojourner Truth at the very spot where the women’s rights pioneer gave an iconic 1851 speech now known as “Ain’t I a Woman?”

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MLB Integrates Negro Leagues Stats, Elevating Long-Overlooked Stars to Major League Status

Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National CorrespondentMay 31, 2024

MLB Commissioner Robert Manfred announced this significant change three years ago, emphasizing the league’s commitment to correcting a historical wrong by elevating the Negro Leagues to “Major League” status.

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Telma Hopkins and Her Son Remember Single-Mothering in Showbiz!

Keith L. Underwood, Contributing WriterMay 8, 2024

“I had a lot of mom guilt. I just had to realize to give him the life that I wanted him to have – I was going to have to make the sacrifice, and hopefully that sacrifice was not going to be detrimental to him,” said Hopkins.

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Civil rights icon Malcolm X gets a day of recognition in Nebraska, where he was born in 1925

MARGERY A. BECK Associated PressApril 1, 2024

Malcolm X has garnered the recognition many have sought for his contributions to the civil rights movement in the conservative Midwest state where he was born, after years of being rejected as too controversial to be honored.

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The Historic Run of the Soul Patrol

Amanda Scurlock Sports EditorMarch 13, 2024

The 1989 Long Beach State 49ers women’s volleyball team proved that Black women could have success in the predominately White sport when they won the NCAA National Championship.

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Running with a Purpose: Walter Payton’s Dual Legacy in the NFL and Philanthropy

Elijah Bradley, Sentinel InternFebruary 2, 2024

Walter Payton, often known as “Sweetness,” was a football legend who left an incredible mark on the game. The iconic running back amazed fans with his incredible speed, agility, and determination on the field.

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California NAACP Conference Honors 1968 Olympics Heroes

Antonio Ray Harvey, California Black MediaJune 29, 2023

The California Hawaii State Conference of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (CA/HI NAACP) held its 11th annual Legacy Hall of Fame induction ceremony. The event took place on June 24 at the Sheraton Hotel in downtown Sacramento.

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Saluting the Many Contributions and Talents of Bette Braxton

Alan Braxton, Staff WriterApril 21, 2022

Bette Braxton, longtime friend of the Brotherhood Crusade and Bakewell Media, recently celebrated her 90th birthday with a surprise party hosted by Danny J. Bakewell, Sr., because, he said, “We all love her!”

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JACQUELINE AVANT: A FAMILY / COMMUNITY TREASURE LOST

December 1, 2021

Avant family devastated by the tragic death of one of the world’s most kind & loving people L.A. Sentinel News Service Words cannot express the pain and devastation the Bakewell family and our community of well-wishers and fans feel this morning over the senseless murder of our beloved friend and family member, Mrs. Jackie Avant. Her brutal murder is not only a loss to her entire family but is a terrible loss to everyone who met her. Her warm and kind personality was evident to everyone who came into contact with her, and her loving smile was a blessing