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R.I.S.E and Bloom Agriculture and Social Entrepreneurship Program Host Official Garden Reveal and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Dominguez High School 
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R.I.S.E and Bloom Agriculture and Social Entrepreneurship Program Host Official Garden Reveal and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Dominguez High School 

Nathan J. Lee Contributing WriterMay 29, 2025

On Saturday, May 24, the United Empowerment Foundation, in collaboration with Bloom Ranch and Compton Unified School District, officially unveiled the R.I.S.E & Bloom Garden at Dominguez High School. The event brought together students, entrepreneurs, elected officials, and community leaders for a day of hands-on transplanting, workshops, and a powerful reminder: growing food can also mean growing futures. 

Prop 26 Threatens to Hurt Minority Communities in Compton 
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Prop 26 Threatens to Hurt Minority Communities in Compton 

Compton Mayor Emma Sharif September 22, 2022

As the mayor of Compton, I am proud of the many contributions our local cardroom makes to our city’s economy. The money generated from this local business directly impacts vital city services like addressing homelessness, senior services and implementing green energy initiatives. 

Newsom Mobilizes Black Vote Ahead of Election
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Newsom Mobilizes Black Vote Ahead of Election

Sentinel News Service via Black Voter NewswireSeptember 9, 2021

Governor Gavin Newsom organized labor, community, and elected leaders across South Los Angeles to recognize Black worker contributions to the American Labor Movement on Labor Day at the headquarters of the African American Voter Registration, Education, and Participation Project (AAVREP).

Emma Sharif Elected Mayor of Compton
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Emma Sharif Elected Mayor of Compton

Sentinel News ServiceJune 3, 2021

In a runoff election held on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 Councilwoman Emma Sharif was elected Mayor of the City of Compton.  Sharif who defeated newcomer Christian Reynaga by almost 10% of the vote is replacing Mayor Aja Brown who after 8 years decided not to seek re-election.

Compton Salute to Marie Hollis Attracts Hundreds
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Compton Salute to Marie Hollis Attracts Hundreds

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Staff WriterOctober 17, 2019

At a recognition program on Oct. 11, nearly 300 people came out salute her love and commitment to the city and celebrate her retirement as head of Concerned Citizens after 19 years of service. The crowd included elected officials, faith leaders, business executives and residents of the community.

City of Compton Election Results
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City of Compton Election Results

Sentinel Staff ReportJune 6, 2019

The City of Compton held its elections for District 1 and 4 for council district seats on Tuesday, June 4.

As of press-time, Michelle Chambers took home the victory winning the election, defeating incumbent Janna Zurita by a large margin of 65 percent of the votes for the District 1 seat.