State of Black America
May 3, 2017
The National Urban League released its 2017 State of Black America report on May 2, during its annual Black America Empowerment Summit in Washington, D.C.
Breaking News
- LACMA Showcases ‘Imagining Black Diasporas: 21st-Century Art and Poetics’ Exhibit
- Sheenway School and Culture Center — Educating Youth to Lead the Future Over 50 Years
- Record-Breaking Hate Crimes Against Black Angelenos on the Rise
- Los Angeles Rams and LAPD Spread Holiday Cheer with Annual Sleigh Ride
- Heather Hutt Sworn-in as Councilwoman for L.A.’s 10th District
- Visit Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza for Holiday Photos with Santa
- Homeless and Their Advocates Speak Out in New Film, ‘WE, the Vulnerable of LA’
- The Congressman Wore Sneakers: An Evening With Hakeem Jeffries
- Brotherhood Crusade Honors SEIU President April Verrett at 2024 Pioneer of African American Achievement Award Dinner
- No. 18 UCLA Men’s Basketball Defeats Prairie View A&M 111-75
- Athletes in $2.8 billion college lawsuit tell judge they want to create a players’ association
- Cal, UNLV Inspire La Tijera Students at Day of Play
- Student Athlete of the Week: Koa Seymour
Black America
Open letter to President Obama by Congresswoman Karen Bass
January 18, 2017
You inherited the country on the brink of economic collapse and your coverage plan gave healthcare to millions of Americans and secured health benefits for millions more.
NNPA Fellows On the Challenges and Aspirations of Black America
August 3, 2016
The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) commends the dedication, vigilance and vitality of our eight “Discover the Unexpected” NNPA Journalism Fellows: Brandi Montgomery, Brelaun Douglas, Briahnna Brown, McKenzie Marshall, Victoria Jones, Rushawn Walters, Tatyana Hopkins and Sidnee King.
Retired LAPD Sgt. Cheryl Dorsey Speaks Out Against Senseless Killing of Black Men
July 27, 2016
In the past two weeks, Black America has been in an uproar about the recent killing of 37-year-old Alton Sterling who was tackled to the ground and shot several times by two white Baton Rouge police officers and 32-year-old Philando Castile who was shot and killed by a Minnesota officer while reaching for his wallet to show his identification.
WENDY’S WINDOW: Are We Really the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave?
July 8, 2016
There are injustices happening to many people across the world, Jesse Williams used his platform to share what his truth looks like being an African American just as others have used their platform and voice for their causes.
Tour of Baltimore Neighborhood Shows ‘Typical’ Sites of Black America
December 23, 2015
Only minutes into Sen. Bernie Sanders’ tour through the impoverished Sandtown community in West Baltimore, he asked a burning question: “What I’m seeing is ‘Checks Cashed'”, he read the sign on a nearby storefront. “Why go in there and cash my check?” asked the Vermont senator, peering at a check cashing store.
United Methodist Men honor Lindo as ‘Man of the Year’
June 17, 2015
Author and theologian Dr. Osmond A. Lindo Sr., will be honored as ‘Man of the Year’ during the Fathers’ Day Dinner and Concert on Sunday, June 21, at 4 p.m., at Hollypark United Methodist Church, 13000 South Van Ness Avenue in Gardena. Dr. Lindo, author of the recently published book, ‘Real Men Read Jesus’ Parables’ will receive the award from the United Methodist Men of the Western Jurisdiction. Larry Dozier, president of United Methodist Men for the Jurisdiction, said that Dr. Lindo was selected because of the work that he has done to lead men to Christ, much of which
The Voice of Our Fathers!
June 17, 2015
Proverbs 4:1 – “Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding.” When I was a child, I was a bonified ‘Daddy’s Girl.’ Even though I did not grow up with my father in the home, Richard W. Smith was regularly in my life. In my eyes, he was a hero and no man could compare to him. One very vivid childhood memory, was at about the age of 12, Dad took me to see the movie ‘Tap,’ with Gregory Hines. It was a very happy and exciting day, me and my Daddy, out on a date.
Dr. Whalen Jones marks 106th birthday
June 17, 2015
More than a century of living has not slowed down the Rev. Dr. Whalen Samuel Jones, who celebrated his 106th birthday on June 7. The handsome centenarian still speaks with godly wisdom, attends church on a regular basis, and shares his time and talents as pastor emeritus of Messiah Baptist Church in Los Angeles, the congregation he founded in 1954. In appreciation for his many contributions, Pastor Perry J. Jones and Messiah members threw a gala party for him with more than 100 people in attendance. The celebrants included his children, grandchildren and great-children as well as scores of other
Call 2 Worship – June 18
June 17, 2015
Second Baptist Church holds Jazzy Fryday on June 19, at 7 p.m., at 2412 S. Griffith Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor William S. Epps. Everette Turner, Mary Flowers and Bryan Pugh will perform. The donation is $15 in advance and $18 at the door and includes dinner and entertainment. To RSVP, call (323) 216-0230. Judson Baptist Church plans a Paper Recycling and Shredding Fundraiser on June 20, at 9 a.m., at 451 E. 223rd St., in Carson, said Pastor Johnny V. Baylor. The donation is $5 per 13-gallon bag. Items accepted: paper, books, binders, credit cards, CDs and