The Life and Legacy of Woodrow Charles Ladner
September 21, 2023
Woodrow Charles Ladner passed away on September 12, 2023.
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Writers Shawneé and Shawnelle Gibbs Create Stories for Diverse Audiences
September 21, 2023
The writing team of twin sisters Shawneé and Shawnelle Gibbs, also known as the Gibbs Sisters, have quietly built a brand telling stories with magic, humor and heart over the last decade.
In Loving Memory of Christiana Dolor
September 21, 2023
Christiana Dolor passed away on August 19, 2023, after being blessed with a long and beautiful life.
Suicide Prevention Week Focuses on Mental Health Crisis Confronting Black Californians
September 21, 2023
The conclusion of Suicide Prevention Week on Sept.16, served as a reminder, according to wellness advocates, of the ongoing mental health crisis faced by Black Californians. Between 2010 and 2019, Black Californians experienced a 31.1% increase in suicide deaths, according to the California Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission.
Newsom Reaffirms Commitment to Broadband Access in South L.A.
September 21, 2023
Gene Hale, chairman of the Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce spoke to Gov. Gavin Newsom about changes to the plan to expand broadband access. Newsom again affirmed his commitment to fund all planned middle-mile segments in these communities in his January budget proposal.
Benjamin Payne Blakely – Rest In Peace
September 21, 2023
Benjamin Payne Blakley passed away on August 29, 2023.
The Rams, City Year, Beautify Washington Prep High School
September 21, 2023
Current George Washington Preparatory High School students, staff and faculty now walk into campus each day to see vibrant murals and they can thank the Los Angeles Rams rookies for it. During the summer, the Rams partnered with City Year to beautify the Washington Prep campus.
L.A. Urban League Host Analysis on State of Black Los Angeles
September 21, 2023
After nearly 20 years, the Los Angeles Urban League brings back the State of Black Lo Angeles with informative panel discussions on education, health, and reparations, strengthening their role as a strong civil rights leader.
Crenshaw Wall to Receive Long-Awaited Renovation
September 21, 2023
The Los Angeles Cultural Affairs Commission approved plans on September 13, for the legendary RTN Crew, creators of the iconic 787-foot-long mural on South LA’s Crenshaw Wall, to replace their decades-old painting with a new artistic panorama, The Struggle Continues, under the auspices of the not-for-profit organization Destination Crenshaw.
City Attorney Targets Sex Trafficking Along Figueroa Corridor
September 21, 2023
City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto announced on September 12 that her office filed a lawsuit against the owners and operator of the New Gage Motel in South Los Angeles.
The Second Annual HBCU Culture Fest Returns to L.A.
September 21, 2023
On Friday, Sept. 15, Obama Boulevard lit up with drums, shouts and fanfare as North Carolina Central University’s (NCCU) Sound Machine Marching Band made their way to the Michelle and Barack Obama Sports Complex.
True Romance
September 21, 2023
Taylor and Jeyde Mitchell owe their relationship to crowded public transportation, chivalry and a mutual friend. The 2023 graduates of Santa Monica College met as teens while riding a Los Angeles Metro bus.
Happy Birthday, Bernard Kinsey!
September 21, 2023
The Los Angeles Sentinel extends sincere wishes for a happy 80th birthday to philanthropist and entrepreneur Bernard Kinsey!
Black to the Future Tech Conference Returns to Leimert Park
September 21, 2023
Conference highlights include immersive VR Experiences, multimedia activations and Coffee Chat networking opportunities with creative industry leaders
CSUSB Student Veteran Receives CSU’s Highest Recognition of Success
September 21, 2023
Sahmae Jackson juggles it all with a 3.821 GPA – she’s a veteran of the United States Army; a single mother with a child with disabilities; a volunteer of her church and the Children’s Cancer Foundation of Loma Linda; a fitness instructor; and a graduate student in the Career and Technical Education master’s program at Cal State San Bernardino.