Nikki High Operates First Black Female-owned Bookstore in Pasadena
April 13, 2023
Nikki High’s GoFundMe generated $22,000 to help launch Octavia’s Bookshelf, the first Black, female-owned bookstore in the city of Pasadena.
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Jacqueline Pruitt Ensures Her Company Provides High Quality Rebar Installation
March 23, 2023
Marvella Steel Placers is a black and female owned family-oriented business that provides high-quality rebar and concrete installation for customers across California. Marvella Steel Placers was founded by Jacqueline Pruitt in 2016 and ever since, her business has successfully worked on numerous projects including Destination Crenshaw, Purple Line 3, and Sign Fountain – just to name a few.
Black-Owned Manufacturing Company: Black Panther and Roots Naturelle USA
February 28, 2023
Black Panther and Roots Naturelle USA, is one of the largest Black-owned manufacturing companies in the beauty industry. They produce for their private labels in addition to many other mainstream companies–the manufacturing company is based in Los Angeles, California.
Black-Owned Streaming Service Vyre is the Platform for Global Independent Programming
October 6, 2022
The platform prides itself on housing content from acclaimed independent creators, and in the words of Hill, “our goal is to find the next generation of great filmmakers, we will find the next Spielberg, we will have their content on Vyre before it goes anywhere else.”
Black-Owned Restaurants to Try in L.A.
September 8, 2022
If you currently live in Los Angeles or you plan on visiting anytime soon it is very essential to know about the best food places in the area!
Leimert Park Ice Cream Shop ‘All Chill Inc’ Incorporates Hip-Hop and Ice Cream
August 11, 2022
All Chill Inc is a hip-hop ice cream shop located in the heart of Leimert Park. Founded by husband and wife, Julian Petty and Genelle Brooks-Petty, All Chill is a unique blend of hip-hop infused with a variety of ice creams
The Painted Lady LA: Grand Opening of Black-Woman Owned Tattoo Shop
June 30, 2022
The Painted Lady LA is a Black woman-owned business, The Los Angeles Sentinel had an exclusive interview with founder and owner Autumn Armstrong before the grand opening.
Mama Shye Hosts First Black Girl Yard Sale
June 8, 2022
Meet Alex Harrell, better known as Mama Shye. Harrell curated the brand of ‘Mama Shye’ in 2017 when she was 38-weeks pregnant with her first-born daughter, Zara.
SauceWalka aka The Drip God Calls Hyde Park Goods the ‘Next Big Thing’ in Streetwear
March 17, 2022
Hyde Park Goods, a Texas-based streetwear company, is gaining momentum by the day.
Restaurants Want Farmers Insurance to Pay for Coronavirus Business Losses
January 13, 2022
Several restaurants in Orange and San Diego counties and a Los Angeles County company that sells wine-related products are suing Farmers Insurance, alleging the company breached contracts by refusing to compensate them for losses incurred when business was curtailed during the coronavirus.
Where to Take Mom for Mother’s Day: Black-Owned Dining Experiences for the Family to Enjoy
May 6, 2021
Mother’s Day is a moment to appreciate women who delivered life and nourished those new souls to grow strong; she deserves the best. Los Angeles is filled with luxury dining to celebrate Mom and all that she does.
Black Press Week Shows Power of African American Newspapers
April 8, 2021
With the theme, “Black Business Challenges Responsibilities and Opportunities Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic,” Black Press publishers, readers, viewers, sponsors, partners, and anyone else tuning in were enlightened about overcoming adversities on many levels. “We will have informative workshops,” promised Pluria Marshall Jr., the NNPAF Chair and CEO of Marshall Broadcasting Group. Marshall and his colleagues delivered.
Congress Members Urge Vaccination During Black Press Week
March 26, 2021
“Protect your children and your grandchildren, protect those who you come in contact with,” Congressman Clyburn stated during the annual National Newspaper Publishers Association Fund’s (NNPAF) Black Press Week. “Take the shot. It’s safe to do,” the congressman declared during an interview with Real Times Media President and CEO Hiram Jackson.
KJLH Radio Presents #LEVELUP: Black Women entrepreneurs establishing their own mark, making moves, Boss moves.
March 3, 2021
#LEVELUP is is a joint production; this exciting 3-city contest, celebrating Women’s History Month, will call on young Black women entrepreneurs to share their empowering stories and compete for a Marketing campaign valued at $10,000.00
NNPA President and CEO Dr. Ben Chavis Named Among 100 Most Influential Blacks Today
February 11, 2021
The CORE 100 honorees, which include changemakers like Stacey Abrams, Attorney Ben Crump, NBA superstar LeBron James, and Oprah Winfrey, mark and remind the world of the beauty, boldness, and brilliance of Black Excellence at a time when the cultural, economic, and political landscape in the United States has grown increasingly more hostile towards Blackness.