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1992 UPRISING: MUCH MORE STILL NEEDS TO BE DONE

Larry AubryMarch 14, 2019

Mainstream media, in particular, tended to soft-pedal the long range outcomes of the 1992 uprising, i.e., “riots.” Citing groups like the Community Coalition and Koreatown Immigrant Workers Alliance, it emphasized some things had been accomplished. Few would disagree. However, the coverage represented a familiar glossing over of the lack of progress for fundamental change in South Central Los Angeles (SCLA). In 1992, even descriptions of participants themselves were often misleading- Blacks and Koreans were frequently referred to as the primary participants, actually, Latinos too were heavily involved and far more Latinos were arrested than Blacks.

Religion

First AME – L.A. Hosts FAMU Marching ‘100’

Vicki Phillips, Contributing WriterDecember 31, 2018

More than 200 members of Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) Marching “100” performed outside of First AME Church of Los Angeles on Dec. 30, prior to their scheduled January 1 performance in the Tournament of Roses Parade. The band’s event at FAME was one of nine scheduled performances prior to the Rose Parade. The band’s trip to Los Angeles was assisted by Los Angeles-based philanthropists and FAMU alumna Bernard and Shirley Kinsey, who were among hundreds of worshippers and community members – including former FAME Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Cecil L. “Chip” Murray, a FAMU alum, watching the parade on a

Entertainment

“Journey This” Cheray O’Neal’s One Woman Show October 12 – November 11, 2018

Sentinel News ServiceOctober 10, 2018

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, from October 11 through November 11, Cheray O’Neal’s one-woman play, Journey This is partnering with American Cancer Society and Lyrical Hair to raise awareness and money for breast cancer research, and patient services nationwide while providing a stellar theatrical experience at the Lounge Theatres, 6201 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90038.

Religion

FAME Hosts #Votefest in Hopes of Registering 10,000 New Voters

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorOctober 3, 2018

First AME Church of Los Angeles is making a bold move to register 10,000 new voters by the mid-term election on Nov. 13. The initiative, headed by FAME Pastor J. Edgar Boyd, is part of the African American Get – Out The Vote (AAGTV) campaign to increase voter registration by 10 percent. To kick-off their effort, Boyd and FAME members hosted #VoteFest on September 30, in collaboration with Corvette of Choice Club, the United in Peace Foundation Bikers and other specialty car clubs. The event, which also included a rally and resource fair, featured more than scores of motorcycles and classic

Family Local News (Family)

Foster Care Advocates at CASA LA, Carry Out Mission, But Need More Support

Jennifer BihmAugust 9, 2018

CASA started their first program in 1978 under the leadership of Judge Peter Giannini, who secured a four-year federal start-up grant. The program, then known as the Child Advocates Office, was under the guidance of Presiding Judge of Juvenile Court, Richard “Skip” Byrne and Supervising Judge Paul Boland. In 1983, Friends of Child Advocates, now CASA of Los Angeles, founded by Jacqueline Dolan, organized a public/private partnership to increase awareness and raise money for the recruitment, training and support of volunteer advocates for abused and neglected children under the care of the Dependency Court, according to the organization’s website.

Entertainment Theater

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Inspire With New and Classic Work

E. Mesiyah McGinnis, Staff WriterApril 26, 2018

Revelations  by Alvin Ailey is his classic American story about the Black experience in the South in the 1950’s and 60’s. The sections are historical and take us back to the Black churches of the South, to a people’s faith in God and a willingness to die for their devout beliefs.

Local News Religion

Court Restores Assets and Programs to First AME Church

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Staff WriterNovember 2, 2017

Appellate justices affirm lower court decision against former pastor

Religion

FAME unites with CASA to help abused and neglected children

Cora Jackson-Fossett (Religion Editor)November 11, 2015

The Biddy Mason Foundation of First AME Church of Los Angeles has teamed up with the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) to improve the lives of thousands of abused and neglected children in Los Angeles County foster care. The relationship, initiated by FAME member Samuel Herod, allows CASA to hold informational meetings on the well-known and centrally located campus. FAME’s location as well as its long history of social involvement, attracts many people in South Angeles to attend and learn more about CASA. According to its website, CASA “volunteers are appointed by judges to watch over and advocate for abused