Last week, disgraced Los Angeles Councilmember Kevin De León emerged from hiding to go on a curated media tour to double down on his position that he will not resign from office after his involvement in a recorded conversation in which Latino officials made crude, racist remarks and conspired to expand their political power.
Sheldon Epps, one of the first Black artistic directors in American regional theatre, has written a new book entitled, “MY OWN DIRECTIONS: A Black Man’s Journey in the American Theatre.” Epps chronicles his tribulations and triumphs as a freelance director, which led him to the Pasadena Playhouse, where he served as artistic director for twenty years. During that time, he helmed many productions, also directing episodes of classic television shows along the way.
West Angeles Church of God in Christ moved forward with new leadership with the installation of Elder Charles Blake II as the senior pastor of the renowned mega-ministry on Sunday, Oct. 23.
The situation with disgraced Los Angeles City Councilmember Kevin de León reached a new low Wednesday, Oct. 19, with his proud admission during a news interview that he is not resigning, putting to rest any hope that he would do the right thing and step down.
In or about 1571 B.C. The Pharaoh of Egypt seemingly was an “angry madman.” He had just come into power. It was then the Hebrews (Exodus 12:40) tells us, “Now the sojourning of the children of Israel (who dwelt in Egypt) was four hundred and thirty years.
After 21 years of playing music at “The Soul of Southern California,” veteran radio host Pat Prescott of KTWV-FM 94.7 “The Wave” is retiring from the morning show.
Journeying on through time, we read of Moses’ life in Exodus 2:1. He was born into the family of Levi, the priestly tribe. When Moses was born, his parents took notice that there was something about him, something that God had put on him and they saw there was something very special about this child. Scripture says, “a “goodly child.”
The Rev. G. Mansfield Collins made a huge footprint during his nearly 102 years of life. His impact was clearly apparent as hundreds filled the sanctuary of Bryant Temple AME Church to salute Collins’ legacy. During an uplifting memorial service on Oct. 10, Collins’ enduring love for God, family and community was celebrated through music, reflections and presentations.
The king of gospel quartet music, Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson, has died suddenly at the age of 50. Johnson was found dead in his Atlanta, Georgia home on September 30. Johnson was known for gospel radio hits such as “Be Right,” “Let Go and Let God Have His Way,” “Send A Revival,” and “Hide Behind the Mountain.”