Metro Renames Leimert Park Station After Honorable Diane E. Watson
December 14, 2023
On Wednesday, December 6, Metro celebrated the re-naming of the Leimert Park Metro Station for the Honorable Diane E. Watson.
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Diane E. Watson
November 2023 – A Very Special Month for the Honorable Diane E. Watson
November 30, 2023
The Alzheimer’s Association, California Southland Chapter along with the Diane E. Watson Center for Compassionate Intervention, hosted an informative, crucial, impactful and eye opening conversation about Alzheimer’s Disease: “A Community Conversation on Public Health, Population Health & Public Policy” on Saturday, November 11, at the People’s International Church of Christ in Los Angeles.
Diane Watson Documentary Narrated by Danny Glover Premieres at Marina del Rey Film Festival
June 8, 2023
Los Angeles is the home of one of the most celebrated leaders of our time – the Honorable Diane E. Watson – and now her story is on the big screen and slated for a Southern California premiere on Sunday, June 11, at 4 p.m., at the Marina del Rey Film Festival.
Howard Hewett & Son Christopher to Compose Musical Score for Diane E. Watson Docufilm
August 11, 2022
Most of us remember LA’s very own Howard Hewett as the lead singer of the group Shalimar and as one of the most gifted vocalists in the post-Marvin Gaye era, who continues to woo crowds with his soulful and melodious voice to this day. Now that it’s 2022, Howard Hewett has taken on the new role of Composer and Musical Director.
HoneyPeach Productions Plans Film on Life of Diane E. Watson
July 14, 2022
HoneyPeach Productions is building the foundation to film “The Golden Heart of California,” a not-to-be-missed docufilm, that will chronicle the accomplishments, triumphs, and personal sacrifices of former congresswoman and living legend, the Honorable Diane E. Watson.
The Work of Women Empowerment Found Behind New Novel, ‘Through My Mother’s Eyes’
December 17, 2020
Eloise Laws is a woman of many talents, her creativity is captured through different mediums of art. Laws embedded her energy into music, acting and writing for over 30 years. She developed an eye for talent and looks to nourish the gifts of others.
New Book Released on Early Life of John Mack
July 25, 2019
Everyone agrees that John W. Mack made a lasting impact on the city, especially in South Los Angeles. His role in advancing civil rights, social justice and economic equity for African Americans is documented in print publications, Internet entries, TV news archives and several YouTube videos.
Burke, Bass & Lewis lead #EndChildPoverty rally in South L.A.
April 12, 2017
An all-star roster of politicians was in attendance to support the bill which was authored by Assemblymember Autumn R. Burke, in March of this year.
Watson Keynotes Leadership Academy Graduation
June 9, 2016
Discussions were of current terrorist threats in Nigeria and Cameroon, education and democratic disposition within the states of Nigeria and the Central African Republic