: The Los Angeles Philharmonic premiered Carlos Simon’s “Good News Mass” on Thursday, April 18, at Walt Disney Concert Hall. Commissioned by the LA Phil, the large-scale choral-orchestral work blends gospel traditions with classical form to explore themes of Black joy, spirituality, and faith.
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour ignites in Inglewood on April 28, with four sold-out nights at the SoFi Stadium. The launch of this tour, in one of the Blackest and most dynamic cities in America, is as much of a spectacle as it is an economic and cultural statement
On Easter Sunday, April 20, Grammy-winning artist Cory Henry returns to his spiritual roots at The Miracle Theatre in Inglewood for a celebratory concert that promises to be “transformative.”
For 40 years, the Los Angeles Education Partnership (LAEP) has been a nonprofit organization investing in the future of children and their families to advance educational equity. LEAP is deeply committed to addressing the critical early education needs across Los Angeles County through programs like Early Head Start (EHS) and Ready2Teach at zero cost. LAEP is the first nonprofit in Los Angeles to focus on educational equity.
From Passionfruit Crudo to Root Beer Braised Short Rib with Whipped Yams, every dish is carefully curated. “Like an album,” Mando explained, “Everything’s a hit single.”
“Brothers of Affliction” makes its West Coast debut at the Willie Agee Playhouse in Inglewood, running from March 14 to March 30, 2025. Written, produced, and directed by acclaimed playwright Paris Crayton III, this raw and unfiltered drama offers audiences an intimate look at Black male vulnerability, healing, brotherhood, trauma, and redemption.
1500 Sound Academy hosted their annual “1500 Or Nothin Day” at WePlay studios in Inglewood on Saturday, Jan. 18. Hundreds of attendees gathered for a day of community and music at the production company.
Inglewood’s holiday season officially kicked off on Dec. 2 with the city’s largest- holiday celebration, attracting an impressive crowd to the event.
Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Cookie Johnson, and the Magic Johnson Foundation celebrated the 10th annual Holiday Hope event, partnering with Feed the Children to serve over 800 families in Inglewood with essential holiday items and support.
There is one African American woman currently serving in the California State Senate, Sen. Lola Smallwood-Cuevas (D-Ladera Heights).
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed laws Wednesday to reduce oil and gas pollution — the Democrat’s latest move in an ongoing battle against the fossil fuel industry and its impacts on the environment and public health.
With the closure of Morningside High School in Inglewood set for June 2025, the Morningside Monarch Alumni Association (MMAA) is raising funds to sponsor all activities for the 120 seniors in the class of 2025, which will be Morningside’s last graduating class.
Many children in Inglewood are starting the school year with extra support, thanks to the efforts of L.A. Care Health Plan and Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan and event supporters.
A fun and welcoming bash was held in Inglewood to announce that a new school is coming to the Inglewood Unified School District this year founded by rapper/producer/businessman Andre “Dr. Dre” Young and philanthropist Jimmy Iovine.
Little Miss African Scholarship Pageant celebrated 30 years of pageantry and community outreach on Sunday, August 4.