Benu Mekhat is a woman not only on a mission but also a woman with a huge heart. Although she has very little, Mekhat distributes essentials to those in dire straits with her nonprofit organization.
Governor Gavin Newsom has appointed Tomiquia Moss as Secretary of the Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency (BCSH), bringing in a leader with more than 20 years of experience tackling housing and homelessness.
As Mayor Karen Bass is nearing her second anniversary in office, she is reflecting on the strides her administration has made to transform Los Angeles while addressing the needs of all its residents.
The fight for social justice and economic equity has deep roots in the Black and Brown communities of Los Angeles. Throughout history, we have found strength in unity, power in our collective voice, and hope in our shared struggles.
In November, voters have a crucial opportunity to reject Proposition 36, a misguided effort backed by major law enforcement associations and some players in the corporate retail lobby that will make our communities less safe.
Pastor Oliver E. Buie and the members of Bel-Vue Community Presbyterian Church will present “Shelter,” a one-woman play about homelessness, on Friday August 16, at 7:30 p.m., in the edifice located at 675 E. 118th Street in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles has seen its first decline in homelessness in six years and the first double-digit decrease in nine years.
“Shop & Shower” was sponsored by Katina Holliday of Holliday’s Helping Hands at Good Shepherd Baptist Church to help unhoused individuals in South Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass delivered the 2024 State of the City address on April 15 and stressed that while there is still much work to be done, the state of our city is stronger because of work done to disrupt the status quo and work to lock arms with all levels of government.
Administration officials said the comprehensive reforms underscore the Biden-Harris team’s commitment to addressing working families’ pressing challenges, making quality childcare more accessible and affordable for all.
On Sunday, Jan. 28, the office of the Honorable Holly Mitchell, Los Angeles County Supervisor, District #2, presented proclamations of appreciation to the Restoration Community Development Corporation (RCDC) at the Cathedral of Christ Temple Church of Christ (Holiness) USA (CCTCC). After the worship service, April Johnson, assistant director of constituent engagement for the supervisor’s office, presented certificates to Bernice Noflin, founder and executive director of RCDC, Bishop Emery Lindsay, senior pastor of CCTCC, Edmond Hamilton, Jr., trustee chair of CCTCC and Rev. Robert Hendricks, senior pastor of New Testament Church of Christ. Related Stories: https://lasentinel.net/scholar-traces-how-black-churches-became-centers-of-political-engagement.html https://lasentinel.net/l-a-churches-present-mini-homes-to-skid-row-residents.html “You know, God is
This past weekend, our campus, region, state, and nation celebrated the 95th birthday of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. As the holiday approached, it is important to reflect on not just the personality of the man, but the principles he lived by.
Gov. Gavin Newsom presented a $291 billion spending plan to the California Legislature on Jan. 10.
On Monday, November 27, Sunnyside 5 (SS5) Student Housing held their grand opening at Sunnyside Baptist Church in South Los Angeles. Sunnyside 5 is a new faith-inspired, non-profit project created to serve young people experiencing homelessness, who need supportive transitional housing.
Every year, Pepperdine University initiates a community-wide day of service called Step Forward Day where students, faculty, staff, and alumni volunteer to give back to their local communities.