Indie Filmmaker James Williams: ‘Life creates film, creates life’
December 18, 2024
James Williams is the son of a preacher, a Dorsey High alum, and the creative director for Raking Leaves Productions Films in Beverly Hills.
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Hyde Park Library Celebrates 20 Years of Community and Culture on Florence Avenue
December 18, 2024
With a lively community event on Dec. 11, the Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library proudly celebrated its 20th anniversary at 2205 West Florence Avenue.
Bryonn Bain Directs Hip Hop Theater Production at Geffen Playhouse
December 18, 2024
The Geffen Playhouse hosted “WHAT IT IZ: The Spoken Wordical” on Dec. 6-7, a groundbreaking hip hop theater production written by formerly incarcerated and system-impacted artists.
LACMA Showcases ‘Imagining Black Diasporas: 21st-Century Art and Poetics’ Exhibit
December 18, 2024
On December 15, LACMA opened the new exhibit “Imagining Black Diasporas: 21st- Century Art and Poetic.”
From Opening to Endgame: Positioning Inglewood Chess Club For Success
December 18, 2024
The Inglewood Chess Club creates an inviting space where players — from beginners to experts — can meet, compete, and connect.
Chase Bank Holds Community Event on Scams Targeting Senior Citizens
December 18, 2024
The Crenshaw Branch of Chase Bank held a financial education event on elder abuse and protecting the elderly from scams at the Chase Crenshaw Community Center located at 4401 Crenshaw Blvd in Los Angeles.
Open Enrollment Underway for Covered California Health Insurance
December 18, 2024
Covered California simplifies the process of navigating health insurance and exploring coverage options.
L.A. County Launches Holiday Grants Program to Support Small Businesses and Nonprofits
December 18, 2024
The L.A. County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), in partnership with the Pacific Asian Consortium of Employment (PACE), is launching the Economic Opportunity Holiday Grant Program, providing $584,000 in new grants to support small businesses and nonprofits.
Sheenway School and Culture Center — Educating Youth to Lead the Future Over 50 Years
December 18, 2024
There are schools and then there is Sheenway School and Culture Center, which is dedicated to creating well-rounded students.
Record-Breaking Hate Crimes Against Black Angelenos on the Rise
December 18, 2024
Los Angeles County, often celebrated for its diversity, is grappling with a grim reality: hate crimes against Black residents have reached unprecedented levels.
Los Angeles Rams and LAPD Spread Holiday Cheer with Annual Sleigh Ride
December 18, 2024
On December 10th, the Los Angeles Police Department Southeast Community Station, in partnership with Los Angeles Rams safety John Johnson III, hosted a festive community sleigh ride to bring holiday joy to Pueblo Del Rio and Watts.
Heather Hutt Sworn-in as Councilwoman for L.A.’s 10th District
December 18, 2024
Heather Hutt was sworn in as Councilwoman for Los Angeles’ 10th District in a historic community ceremony at First African Methodist Episcopal Church.
Justice Department, Louisville reach deal after probe prompted by Breonna Taylor killing
December 16, 2024
The U.S. Justice Department and the city of Louisville have reached an agreement to reform the city’s police force after an investigation prompted by the fatal police shooting of Breonna Taylor and police treatment of protesters, officials said Thursday.
L.A. County Marks Highest Total of Hate Crimes Ever in 2023
December 12, 2024
The Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations (LACCHR) released on Dec. 11 its annual analysis of hate crimes reported throughout Los Angeles County in 2023.
Congregational Church of Christian Fellowship Launches Fundraiser Following Devastating Arson Fire
December 12, 2024
An arson fire recently damaged the Congregational Church of Christian Fellowship located in the West Adams district of Los Angeles.