Top People of the Year
December 29, 2016
People who made an impact in 2016
Breaking News
- L.A. Sentinel and FACE Leaders Unite to ‘Stop the Hate’ Crimes in Los Angeles
- Fathers and Mothers Who Care Host 12th Annual Toy Giveaway in Compton
- 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
- Iconic Women in Space – NASA Astronaut Dr. Jeanette Epps Inspired Youth
- 2024 in Review: 7 Questions for Social Justice Executive Kaci Patterson
- A Day of Unity and Creativity: CAAM’s Kwanzaa Kuumba Celebration
- How to Protect Yourself and Your Family During RSV Season
E.J. Jackson
Notable Deaths 2016
December 28, 2016
Billy Paul (file photo) Jazz and soul singer Billy Paul known for his No. 1 hit ballad “Philadelphia Soul” and “Me and Mrs. Jones,” died after battling with cancer. He was 80. Muhammad Ali (file photo) Legendary box Muhammad Ali known as the greatest of all time, died in early June at the age of 74. Ali is an Olympic gold medalist and a World Heavyweight Champion but, he was also known for his activism. Thomas Ford (file photo) Actor Thomas Ford, known for his role as Martin Lawrence’s best friend Tommy Strawn on the hit ‘90s sitcom “Martin,” passed away. He
Council President Wesson Preserves Annual Turkey and Grocery Giveaway Tradition
November 30, 2016
Names November 22 “E.J. Jackson Day” in Los Angeles
Limo Owner E.J. Jackson Laid to Rest
November 16, 2016
Over 500 attendees joined E.J. Jackson’s children and relatives to celebrate his life, legacy and service to the community