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November 29, 2024
The holidays are a time to celebrate with loved ones, not falling victim to scams that can steal your cheer.
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- Groundbreaking Reporter Warren Wilson Passes Away
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Assisting the Homeless During the Holidays – What To Know
December 28, 2023
During the winter seasons, giving back to the community, friends, or even people in need, matters more than we think. Even if you cannot financially or physically assist people who are homeless, it is always beneficial to know where to point someone who may need help.
Councilwoman Heather Hutt Brings the Holidays to the 10th District
December 14, 2023
Council District 10 is in the holiday spirit and Councilwoman Heather Hutt is the conductor of the holiday train.
Inglewood Residents Get Into Holiday Spirit at This Year’s WinterFest
December 7, 2023
Hundreds gathered for the 2023 WinterFest at Hollywood Park in Inglewood on Saturday, Dec. 2. The free annual holiday celebration included a farmers’ market, activations from future Hollywood Park retail tenants and other local businesses, food vendors, holiday reef decorating activities, live entertainment from the Inglewood High School Marching Band, photos with Black Santa, and Baron Davis’ annual Celebrity Basketball Game.
Thompson-Hairston Urges Community to Remember Those in Prison During Holidays
November 23, 2023
Dr. Jemeker Thompson-Hairston – author, wife, mother, publisher, and minister of the Gospel – was once known in the streets of L.A. and the world, as the “Queen Pin.” Now, as a minister to women in prison, she urges loved ones to remember those who are currently serving time.
Thousands Benefit from Assemblymember Bryan’s Christmas Celebration in Leimert Park
December 29, 2022
Assemblymember Isaac G. Bryan (D-55, Los Angeles) held his Annual Christmas in the Park celebration this past Sunday drawing thousands of local residents to the historic Leimert Plaza Park.
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December 29, 2022
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Let Us Not Leave Christ Out of Christmas
December 22, 2022
Recently, we celebrated our youngest grandchild’s birthday and what a festive occasion it was, presents, cake, ice cream and a wonderfully good time.
Conversations About Cancer Screening Should Be Priority This Holiday Season – It Can Save Your Life
December 15, 2022
The holidays are a time to gather with friends and family for food, fun, and great conversations. But imagine those conversations not going as planned and the joy of being with your loved ones overshadowed by someone sharing that they have cancer. You may not have been ready to have that discussion, yet it was happening.
Mothers In Action’s Thanksgiving Feed Celebrates 27 Years
December 8, 2022
On Thursday, November 24, Mothers In Action (MIA) and Ward EDC celebrated 27 years of service with sending Thanksgiving dinners out to the Greater Los Angeles area from Ward Villas Senior Complex.
Mothers In Action’s Thanksgiving Feed Celebrates 27 Years
December 1, 2022
On Thursday, November 24, Mothers In Action (MIA) and Ward EDC celebrated 27 years of service with sending Thanksgiving dinners out to the Greater Los Angeles area from Ward Villas Senior Complex.
Dismantling the House that Racism Has Built: Reflections on Black History Month
March 2, 2022
February is once again, as every year, the month when this country celebrates Black History Month. And once again my thoughts immediately fall short of being celebratory as they are overshadowed by the reality that it is the only time this nation acknowledges how critical the African-American has been and continues to be to this country’s development.
Holidays Loom and Health Authorities Continue to Push for Vaccination
October 14, 2021
As the weather changes and the public stays indoors, it’s even more important to consider vaccination according to Public Health
Public Health Modifies Guidelines for Youth Sports in L.A. County
September 2, 2021
Weekly testing is being recommended for youth 12 and older depending on circumstances.
FDA Approves Pfizer Vaccine, Public Health Stress Social Measures to Stay Safe
August 26, 2021
The Pfizer vaccine is now licensed and approved for prevention of COVID-19.