Councilwoman Hutt Sworn In at L.A. City Hall
December 11, 2024
Councilwoman Heather Hutt will host a community swearing in ceremony on Dec. 13, at 7 p.m. at First AME Church.
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Magic Johnson Foundation and Target Bring Holiday Joy to Los Angeles Communities
December 11, 2024
The Magic Johnson Foundation, in partnership with Target, hosted a holiday event providing 125 under-resourced children with a joyful shopping spree, highlighting their commitment to community support and giving back.
Tamberla Perry on ‘Brilliant Minds,’ Mental Health, and Her Unconventional Journey to Acting
December 11, 2024
Tamberla Perry has made her mark on television with her portrayal of Dr. Carol Pierce, chief of Psychiatry, on NBC’s “Brilliant Minds.”
The Congressman Wore Sneakers: An Evening With Hakeem Jeffries
December 11, 2024
The Ebell of Los Angeles hosted “An Evening With Hakeem Jeffries” on Dec. 2 at its historic campus at 743 S. Lucerne Blvd in the Mid-Wilshire community of LA.
Brotherhood Crusade Honors SEIU President April Verrett at 2024 Pioneer of African American Achievement Award Dinner
December 11, 2024
Leadership is Power and Brotherhood Crusade’s 2024 Pioneer of African American Achievement Award Dinner was exactly that.
Nikki Giovanni, Poet And Literary Celebrity, Passes Away at 81
December 10, 2024
Nikki Giovanni, the poet, author, educator and public speaker who went from borrowing money to release her first book to spending decades as a literary celebrity who shared blunt and conversational takes on everything from racism and love to space travel and mortality, has died.
Rams Stymie Bills 44-42
December 9, 2024
The Los Angeles Rams made enough plays to thwart the playoff-bound Buffalo Bills 44-42. The Los Angeles offense went 11-15 on their third down conversions and converted one fourth down. The Rams only punted the ball away once.
Caleb Williams Honored as USC Falls to Notre Dame 35-49
December 7, 2024
A strong third quarter helped the No. 4 Notre Dame Fighting Irish defeat the USC Trojans 49-35. Sophomore quarterback Jayden Maiava had 360 passing yards, over twice as many yards as Notre Dame senior quarterback Riley Leonard.
Shawne Merriman Makes Lights Out Extreme Fighting Thrive
December 5, 2024
Chargers legend Shawne “Lights Out” Merriman has put himself into the world of MMA through his company Lights Out Extreme Fighting.
Dialing long distance: Harden joins Curry as the only NBA players to reach 3,000 3-pointers
December 5, 2024
James Harden has joined Golden State’s Stephen Curry as the only NBA players to reach 3,000 career 3-pointers.
Shaun Bedgood: From Stand-Up Comedy to Hollywood’s Big Screen
December 5, 2024
Shaun Bedgood, an accomplished actor known for standout roles in “Shameless,” “Animal Kingdom,” and “The Rookie,” is more than just a name, he is a whole vibe.
Kevin Grevioux: The Visionary Film Producer, Writer, Director, and Comic Book Creator
December 5, 2024
“We hadn’t seen a Black character like that created by a Black creator,” Kevin Grevioux said, reflecting on his creation of “Blue Marvel.” “Don’t change an established white character to Black and call it a new character,” he added. “Create your own characters, your own stories, whole cloth.”
Mayor Karen Bass Marks 2nd Anniversary with Progress and Vision for a Better Los Angeles
December 4, 2024
As Mayor Karen Bass is nearing her second anniversary in office, she is reflecting on the strides her administration has made to transform Los Angeles while addressing the needs of all its residents.
From Bach to Beyoncé, Why a Church Orchestra Aims to Lift Up Young Musicians of Color
December 4, 2024
For over two years, Ebonie Vazquez searched to find a mentor of color for her son, Giovanni, now 11 and passionate about playing the violin. She has now found that space at a local church.
A²MEND Expands Beyond California with Two New Out-of-State Charters
December 4, 2024
A2MEND has established its first two out-of-state student charters at North Hennepin Community College in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, and Normandale Community College in Bloomington, Minnesota.