Morris Brown’s ‘Hang’n with the Girls’ Highlights Family and More
February 29, 2024
Brown wrote the book to share his adventures with his daughters and promote a positive image of Black fathers.
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- Los Angeles Rams and LAPD Spread Holiday Cheer with Annual Sleigh Ride
- Heather Hutt Sworn-in as Councilwoman for L.A.’s 10th District
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Golden Apple Comics Hosts Shequeta Smith for ‘Young Grandmaster Choi’ Kids’ Manga Event
June 22, 2023
After a three-year hiatus, the reigning Queen of Comics, Shequeta L. Smith, returns with a brand-new kids’ manga and book tour that kicks off at Golden Apple Comics in July.
More Black Californians Taking COVID Shot as U.S. Reviews Vaccines for Younger Kids
October 28, 2021
Black Californians have joined Black Americans around the country in closing the COVID-19 vaccine equity gap.
Summer is Almost Over but Still Time for Fun and Free Outdoor Activities at your LA County Parks
July 29, 2021
Families can cool off and enjoy some safe time together enjoying activities
Black children have high rates of tooth decay, but experts say it is easily preventable
July 15, 2021
According to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health’s 2020 Smile Survey, almost half of children have experienced tooth decay.
How to have a fun and fabulous South LA Summer!
July 8, 2021
Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson opens two new pools and organizes summer park activities for South LA youth and families.
South L.A. gets to Double Dip
June 24, 2021
Celebrating the 2021 swim season with two new pools at Algin Sutton and Van Ness Recreation Centers
NBA MVP and Three-Time NBA Champion Steph Curry Launches New Under Armour Collection Just in time for the Holidays
December 3, 2020
Latest partnership with NBA’s top shooter, Steph Curry, looks to bring opportunities to kids in low-income communities. “Curry” by Under Armour focuses on the significance of sports as a tool for youth development.
Celebrating Halloween Safely During the COVID-19 Pandemic
October 15, 2020
Health expert offers important advice to parents on safeguarding children’s health
Nike ‘Made to Play’ Panel Shows the Benefits of Women in Sports
September 24, 2020
Nike hosted a virtual panel on Wednesday about the importance of girls playing sports. The panel consisted of decorated athletes: newly crowned WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson, Olympic Medalist and Nike coach, Shalane Flanagan, Team USA long-distance runner Marielle Hall, and Portland Thorns FC forward Sophia Smith.
Andrea Davis Pinkney and Brian Pinkney, Award-Winning Husband and Wife Children Authors, Believe a Vote Can Save Your Child’s Life
July 23, 2020
Black authors discuss new book “Loretta Little Looks Back: Three Voices Go Tell It”
Los Angeles Rams linebacker Kenny Young gives back to community
February 13, 2020
Los Angeles Rams line-backer Kenny Young hosted his first event from his foundation, Tackle Young. He donated $5000 and over 400 books to Grape Street Elementary to purchase books for teachers and students to promote the importance of financial literacy.
TASTE OF SOUL’S CHILDREN’S WORLD
October 10, 2019
Fun-filled activities & musical entertainment for kids all day
NBA Legend Kobe Bryant And Sports Academy Team Up to Create Mamba Sports Academy
December 6, 2018
Academy To Provide Holistic, Multi-Sport Training For Young Athletes
Tobacco Companies Put Up a Fight against Prop 56
August 30, 2016
Officials for a state campaign aimed at ending tobacco use among California’s children are supporting a tobacco tax increase initiative for the November ballot that will raise the price of cigarettes and vaping products but giant tobacco companies are doing everything they can to stop it, they said.