Andre Perry, a Brookings Institution fellow, told the Times that some of the surge in Black business registrations could be a signal of personal economic trouble. “This is more about survival than it is about wealth creation. There’s lots of people who have lost their jobs and lost their businesses. People are starting to realize that side hustles are businesses,” Perry said. ... read more »

AB 1163 isn’t a tax; it instead provides local governments and their voters the freedom to enact a tax on sugary drinks if that is what they believe is best for their community. Prior to the moratorium, several cities had successfully passed taxes on sugary drinks and those communities are now benefiting. ... read more »

Co-Founders Osh and Samantha Smith started The Dreamers Foundation in 2015 as a small workshop. Throughout the years, they transitioned their workshop over to Vector 90, a collaborative workspace created by David Gross and the late Nipsey Hussle. Co-Founder Smith said it is essential to know the power Black people have. She stated, "We need to know that we have power as Black people, and this is the year we take our power back. We have to use our voices." Smith states it is ok to go out and march, but wants people to vote and make real changes in the community to see results. ... read more »

“People are stressed and worried, not only about caring for themselves but protecting and caring for someone in the home or someone long distance,” Choula stated.  “It’s very important that there is increased conversation with nursing facilities through virtual visitation and phone calls, which is what AARP is advocating.”  ... read more »

Nielsen report underscores growing competitive marketplace with new content creators, product developers and business owners ... read more »

The first workshop will start November 2nd from 1:00PM-6:00PM at Los Angeles Trade Tech College ... read more »

102.3 Radio-Free KJLH presents the 2nd Annual Men’s Empowerment Summit with the goal of inspiring and empowering men of color from the diverse communities of Southern California. ... read more »

Last Wednesday, June 27, Dr. Christopher Metzler kicked off his "Politics of Cannabis" Q&A series at WeWork Pacific Design Center. ... read more »

Chris Surprenant says entrepreneurship matters because ``it's one of the best ways for people to escape poverty.'' ... read more »

Woolfork created the E-Clip, wireless external headphones that can connect through AirPlay, Bluetooth and Wifi. ... read more »

"Lincoln Heights" Actress Nicki Micheaux Discusses New Film "LOWLIFE", New Roles in Hollywood & Her Desire to Pursue Entrepreneurship ... read more / watch video/ view gallery »

Along with teaching, Dorsey works with the School Tour, which brings music entertainment to high schools, middle schools, and parks in Southern California. ... read more »

World-renown pastor, author, and filmmaker, Bishop T.D. Jakes recently stopped through Eso Won Books in Leimert Park to share with his Los Angeles supporters the release of his latest book, ... read more »

Sebastian Ridley-Thomas gives the definition of a "Sanctuary City," and talks about the impact international citizens have on the economy in Los Angeles. ... read more / watch video »

Sebastian Ridley-Thomas explains his lineage and how they arrived in Los Angeles. ... read more / watch video »