Earvin ‘Magic’ and Cookie Johnson Host Holiday Hope in Inglewood
November 23, 2023
Earvin “Magic” Johnson hosts Holiday Hope community giveaway event for over 800 families throughout Inglewood and Los Angeles.
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Earvin “Magic” Johnson
Saluting Clarence Avant – The Godfather of Black Music
August 17, 2023
Clarence Avant was one of our favorite people. He exemplified a certain level of cool and street smarts that allowed him to move confidently into worlds that nobody had prepared him for, never doubting he could figure it out.
Elder Charles Blake II Installed as Senior Pastor of West Angeles COGIC
October 27, 2022
West Angeles Church of God in Christ moved forward with new leadership with the installation of Elder Charles Blake II as the senior pastor of the renowned mega-ministry on Sunday, Oct. 23.
Reflecting on the Legacy of Bishop Blake as his 82nd Birthday Nears
August 4, 2022
Most people will agree that Presiding Bishop Emeritus Charles E. Blake, Sr. is the epitome of a faith leader. That description is highly accurate. As the senior pastor of West Angeles Church of God in Christ, Blake has shepherded tens of thousands of members for more than five decades. Not only has he ministered to the spiritual growth of his congregation, but he also addressed the physical needs of his community by implementing scores of social-economic programs to aid residents with home ownership, affordable housing, business development, financial counseling, and many other enterprises. Also, under the leadership of Bishop Blake,
Earvin ‘Magic’ Johnson Jr. Endorses Karen Bass for Mayor
April 28, 2022
Earvin “Magic” Johnson on April 25 announced his endorsement of Karen Bass for mayor of Los Angeles, citing their decades-long relationship and her lifelong commitment to foster youth, unhoused Angelenos and working families.
National Urban League Honors Danny J. Bakewell, Sr., Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Karen Bass with Community of Champions Award
February 9, 2022
The National Urban League and the Los Angeles Urban League will honor civil rights activist and media entrepreneur Danny J. Bakewell, Sr., sports legend, entrepreneur and businessman Earvin “Magic” Johnson and Los Angeles mayoral candidate and U.S. Congresswoman Karen Bass at their Community of Champions Luncheon on Friday, February 11.
Black Press of America Making Impact and Progress
June 3, 2021
While about 37,000 workers were laid off or furloughed at media companies like the Los Angeles Times, Condé Nast, The Dallas Morning News, Gannett, McClatchy, National Public Radio, and VOX, the NNPA added staff and expanded services to NNPA member publishers across the nation.
NNPA Teams with Magic Johnson to Fund Over $100 Million in PPP Loans for Minority and Women-Owned Businesses
July 30, 2020
Johnson’s EquiTrust is providing critical financial support to underserved communities and businesses that have been traditionally neglected. These small and diverse businesses often have difficulty developing strong lending relationships with big banks. According to the Center for Responsible Lending, up to 90% of businesses owned by people of color have been, or will likely be, shut out of the PPP program.
$70M Magic Johnson Park Renovation Breaks Ground
March 14, 2019
The project, slated for completion in Fall 2020, includes a 20,000-square foot state-of-the-art community events center.
NBA Statement On Lakers-Sixers Situation
February 14, 2019
The NBA has released the following statement regarding the potential contact between Earvin “Magic” Johnson, the Los Angeles Lakers President, Basketball Operations, and Philadelphia 76ers player, Ben Simmons
Earvin “Magic” Johnson To Receive The L.A. Area Chamber’s Highest Honor At Annual Inaugural Dinner
December 20, 2018
The L.A. Area Chamber will present Earvin “Magic” Johnson with the Civic Medal of Honor Award at the Jan. 31 Inaugural Dinner
Lakers Sign 18-Year NBA Veteran Center Tyson Chandler
November 6, 2018
The Los Angeles Lakers have signed center Tyson Chandler, it was announced today by General Manager Rob Pelinka. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not released.
Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) Unveils World-Class Football Stadium in South L.A.
April 26, 2018
Last Wednesday, April 18, the Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) and its partners made history with the unveiling of Banc of California Stadium, the home venue for LA’s newest sports franchise.
Lakers Commemorate Elgin Baylor With Statue
April 12, 2018
The Staples Center got its 10th statue when the Los Angeles Lakers immortalized NBA legend Elgin Baylor with a bronze bust on Friday.
Kyle Kuzma Named Western Conference Rookie Of The Month
December 9, 2017
Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma has been named Kia NBA Western Conference Rookie of the Month for games played in October and November, it was announced today.