Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour ignites in Inglewood on April 28, with four sold-out nights at the SoFi Stadium. The launch of this tour, in one of the Blackest and most dynamic cities in America, is as much of a spectacle as it is an economic and cultural statement
Long before Los Angeles County launched its LA vs. Hate campaign, Hyepin Im, president of Faith & Community Empowerment (FACE), was already working to bridge divides.
With November being National Diabetes Month, it’s important to know the risk factors associated with this disease, and what you can do to lower your chances of developing this serious illness that affects millions of people in America.
The vibrant heart of South Los Angeles was abuzz with anticipation as guests gathered at The Beehive to celebrate the newly elected L.A. City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson on Sept. 20.
Diani, daughter of legendary hip-hop lyricist Talib Kweli, was raised in Brooklyn, New York, at the heart of the culture. Rather than relying on her father’s legacy, she’s carving her path—defined by authenticity, bold self-expression, and a deep commitment to social consciousness.
With July recognized as National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, Kaiser Permanente is raising awareness about mental health issues facing underrepresented groups, including the Black community, and the importance of seeking timely treatment when needed.
The June 18 summit occurred at the California Science Center in Exposition Park and simulcast live on C-Span and KBLA.
In addition to Ruth Whitfield, 86, the other victims were Roberta Drury, 32; retired Buffalo police officer Aaron Salter Jr., 55; Heyward Patterson, 67; Pearl Young, 77; Geraldine Talley, 62; Celestine Chaney, 65; Black Press journalist Katherine “Kat” Massey, 72; Margus Morrison, 52; and Andre Mackniel, 53.
Kidney disease is growing rapidly and affects more than 1 in 7 American adults, with people of color at greater risk for kidney failure. Nephrologist Dr. Vincent Anthony returns for Part Three of a detailed discussion about kidney disease in Black and Brown communities, and what it means to adopt a wellness mindset.
In 2014, Sam Ward Jr. was on electronic home detention in Spokane, where he had been indicted on federal drug charges. A decade later, Ward, who is Black, posed in a blue-and-gold throne used for photo ops at his new cannabis store, Cloud 9 Cannabis.
For the last 17 years, the Taste of Soul accelerated the reach of Black entrepreneurs, working as a vital resource in the collective community. This year, that energy and support was matched by multifaceted businesswoman, Sadé Miller. Reflecting on her presence at 2023 Taste of Soul, Miller observed the bridge between her businesses and its pipeline in supporting the Black community.
When it comes to the impact on the Black community, diabetes is having an exceptional toll. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that Black people are more likely to suffer complications from diabetes, including end-stage kidney disease and lower extremity amputations.
Philosopher, civil rights activist, college professor, author, and former political prisoner Angela Davis put a lens on the deep-rooted damage domestic violence sows in the Black community, pulling from research she conducted for her 1999 book, “Blues Legacies and Black Feminism.”
The San Bernardino Branch of the NAACP is calling on the City of San Bernardino to investigate a racial incident that occurred last week.
With July recognized as Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, Kaiser Permanente is raising awareness about mental health issues facing underrepresented groups, including the Black community, and the importance of seeking timely treatment when needed.