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L.A. Sparks and Divas In Defense Collaborate On Self-Defense Class for Young Girls
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L.A. Sparks and Divas In Defense Collaborate On Self-Defense Class for Young Girls

Khari Jones Jr., Contributing WriterAugust 11, 2021

The Divas in Defense and the Los Angeles Sparks teamed up to teach young girls how to defend themselves from predators. This past weekend, Cole Parker, the founder and CEO of Divas in Defense, taught a self-defense class for women and girls in the community. Parker says the benefits of Divas in Defense are multifaceted, they empower women and girls, and help build their self-esteem and confidence. Most importantly, the organization strives to change the statistics of women and girls being victims. According to Parker, his methods have prevented his clients from getting attacked.  “That’s been the most impactful for

WATCH: JUNETEENTH WITH CHRISTOPHER PETTY
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WATCH: JUNETEENTH WITH CHRISTOPHER PETTY

Sentinel News ServiceJune 19, 2021

Happy Juneteenth Everyone! L.A. Sentinel correspondent, Chris Petty, breaks down the importance of celebrating Juneteenth! Learn the facts, be inspired!

Happy Juneteenth from the L.A. Sentinel, number #1 place for Black news!

Teachers wary of new laws limiting instruction on race
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Teachers wary of new laws limiting instruction on race

Kimberlee Krusi and Michael Melia, Associated Press  June 13, 2021

 As middle school teacher Brittany Paschall assembled a lesson plan on the history of the Negro Baseball Leagues, she wondered how she might have to go about it differently next year under a new Tennessee state law that prohibits teaching certain concepts of race and racism.

Isaac Bryan takes Big Lead in 54th AD Race
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Isaac Bryan takes Big Lead in 54th AD Race

City News ServiceMay 20, 2021

If Bryan has less than a majority when the results are certified, he will face Hutt in a runoff July 20. The special election was necessitated by Sydney Kamlager’s election to the state Senate in a special election March 2, filling the vacancy caused by Holly J. Mitchell’s election to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.