‘LA 92’ Documentary Screening and Panel discussions
November 16, 2017
LA 92 is told in news clips and summaries of journalists and newsmen and women on the ground as the 92’ unrest was in progress.
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
- Chargers Thwart Divisional Foe on Thursday Night
- 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
Community Coalition
Los Angeles Board of Police Commissioners Hold Historic Meeting in South LA
September 28, 2017
In addition, the organization collected over 4,200 polls from South Los Angeles residents to gain a deeper understanding of the issues impacting their quality of life.
LAUSD to Settle Lawsuit with $150 Million to Low Income Schools
September 21, 2017
The Los Angeles Unified School District will pay more than $150 million to 50 schools in primarily low-income areas to resolve a lawsuit accusing the district of misspending funds that should have been used to benefit “high-need” and English-learning students, attorneys announced last Thursday.
Los Angeles: Russell Simmons Keep The Peace
August 4, 2017
Russell Simmons joined over 75 Los Angeles youth to take a pledge for peace on August 1st.
The event was held in partnership with Community Coalition and is part of RushCard’s Keep The Peace initiative, a national grant program designed to support non-profit, community-based organization across the country promoting peace and reducing youth violence.
Bass Hosts Rep. Robin Kelly, on Black Women and Girls, for Roundtable Discussion in South Los Angeles
July 14, 2017
Rep. Karen Bass (D-Calif.) recently hosted Rep. Robin Kelly (D-Ill.) in Los Angeles for a roundtable discussion on Empowering Women and Breaking Down Barriers for Re-Entry.
Bass Remembers L.A.’s Civil Unrest and Lessons Learned
May 3, 2017
Congresswoman Karen Bass made her rounds last week, remembering and speaking on the civil unrest that began on Florence and Normandie 25 years ago and imparting lessons that she learned while being involved in the rebuilding process.
‘Re-Imagine Justice’ Explores Past and Future of South L.A.
April 5, 2017
The result of transforming anger into activism is the focus of “Re-Imagine Justice,” a month-long commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the uprising sponsored by the Community Coalition.
Advocacy groups will convene to educate community on Trump Administration’s proposed budget cuts
March 29, 2017
Daily pronouncements of new policies from the White House, these community-‐based organizations feel the importance to come together to create a unique town hall
South L.A. Joins Together to Remember Trayvon Martin and Look Forward
March 1, 2017
Led by Community Coalition, South L.A. community leaders and residents marked the five-year anniversary of Martin’s killing by continuing the fight for justice.
Power Fest Brings Music, Arts & Voting Power Back to South L.A.
September 28, 2016
Watch as we catch up with 8th District Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson and VP of Policy for the Community Coalition Karren A. Lane, J.D. to discuss how the Power Fest 2016 was organized to empower voters in South LA.
Reporter: Brittany K. Jackson
Power Fest Brings Music, Arts & Voting Power Back to South L.A.
September 8, 2016
This year’s election season has proven to be quite contentious, with a barrage of headlines that have left many Americans at a complete standstill about the future of our “great” country. At least for the people of South Los Angeles, the soothing presence of music and art brought this culturally steeped community on one accord. This past Saturday, the Community Coalition (CoCo) held it’s 5th Annual Power Fest Music & Art Festival at South L.A.’s very own Martin Luther King Jr. Park, gathering artists, families, friends and public officials in the city’s 8th District. Neo-soul artist Bilal headlined the event,
Congressional Dialogue on Gun Violence
August 4, 2016
Over the last year, the Community Coalition has hosted multiple events to provide a community space for residents to heal from gun violence
Statewide Coalition of Labor, Clergy and Community Organizations Secure Additional Funding for Prop 47 Programs
June 16, 2016
The Community Coalition aims to help transform the social and economic conditions that foster addiction, crime, violence and poverty in South Los Angeles
Community Coalition Urges Superintendent King to Adopt an “All Hands on Deck” Approach for South LA
April 7, 2016
Dorsey, Crenshaw and Washington are among the schools losing millions of dollars due to the district’s new formula