Top Local Stories of 2022
December 29, 2022
Several momentous events took place in greater Los Angeles during 2022.
Breaking News
- Terence Blanchard’s Magical Performance at the Walt Disney Concert Hall
- A Conversation with Council District 6 Candidate Marisa Alcaraz
- Remembering Businessman & Philanthropist William J. ‘Bill’ Galloway August 25, 1941 – March 2, 2023
- Stephanie Wiggins Positively Impacts Community as Metro CEO
- BBA Presents 2023 Salute to Black Women Business Conference
- Humanitarian Dr. Joyce Dixon-Hightower – Transforming Lives & Communities in Africa for 30 years Strong
- Student Athlete of the Week: Heaven Halibyton
- LA Chargers Counting on Defensive Skills of Linebacker Eric Kendricks
- Lakers Lose to Mavericks at the Buzzer, 111-110
- No. 2 Seed UCLA Beats Northwestern, 69-63, Advance to Sweet Sixteen
L.A. City Council
Price is Right for CD 9
May 19, 2022
Curren Price Jr. has mounted a strong reelection campaign as the councilmember for Council District 9, which he calls the “new ninth.” During his last two terms, Price has chalked up a number of successes for his constituents, which rank among the most economically disadvantaged residents in the city.
Save Venice Group Plans Black History Celebration
February 17, 2022
The Save Venice community organization will celebrate the many contributions of African Americans and commemorate the 117-year history of Blacks in the historic Oakwood area.
Karly Katona Appointed “Caretaker” of the 10th Council District
November 4, 2021
Los Angeles City Council President Nury Martinez appointed the chief of staff for Councilman Mark Ridley-Thomas as the “caretaker” for the 10th Council District on Monday, November 1, 2021.
L.A. Councilmembers Outline Community Benefits of City Budget Reinvestment
March 11, 2021
Change is coming to the L.A. city budget in the form of reallocating resources. While some people attribute the budgetary adjustment as a reaction to cries of “defund the police,” key drivers on the Los Angeles City Council insist that the modification is simply a matter of addressing the needs of the community.
City Council Cuts $150 Million From LAPD Budget to Fund Community Programs
July 1, 2020
The Los Angeles City Council voted today to cut $150 million from the police department’s budget next fiscal year, following weeks of demands from activists to reduce funding for law enforcement.
Congresswoman Karen Bass tackles Coronavirus in telephone town hall
March 19, 2020
Congresswoman Karen Bass (D-CA), local healthcare professionals, and local city officials held a telephone town hall on March 17 to address growing concerns about the coronavirus disease 2020 outbreak.
Civil Rights Champion, Rita Walters, Passes at 89
February 27, 2020
“As a civil-rights advocate and the first Black woman to be elected to L.A. City Council, Ms. Walters was not only a pillar to this community but a model public servant. She inspired the minds of future generations of women of color to strive for their dreams and accomplish their goals regardless of their adversities,” said Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas.
Race Relations Coalition Moves Toward Office of Racial Equality in Los Angeles
October 3, 2019
A diverse group of L.A. City Council members, along with activist group Community Coalition, declared September embRACE LA Month, highlighting the importance of healthy race relations in the city. Now that the month-long conversation has been had, organizers of the event are hoping to move toward creating an Office of Racial Equality here. This, they said, would help strengthen inclusion for L.A.’s most marginalized communities, who often have the least access to resources.
City Leaders Recommend Strategies to Keep the Port of Los Angeles Competitive
January 31, 2019
The Port of Los Angeles is a major engine for economic growth and job creation, handling more than 20 percent of all incoming cargo to the United States. Owned by the City of Los Angeles and operated by the City’s Harbor Department, the Port of L.A. accounts for one of every 13 jobs in Los Angeles.
City Leaders Recommend Strategies to Keep the Port of Los Angeles Competitive
January 28, 2019
The Port of Los Angeles is a major engine for economic growth and job creation, handling more than 20 percent of all incoming cargo to the United States. Owned by the City of Los Angeles and operated by the City’s Harbor Department, the Port of L.A. accounts for one of every 13 jobs in Los Angeles.
L.A. City Council Addresses Government Shutdown
January 24, 2019
Elected officials, federal workers and union members gathered at LAX to address the government shutdown.
Black L.A. City Councilmen United: Herb Wesson, Curren Price and Marqueece Harris – Dawson (Part 2)
March 7, 2018
Brandon I. Brooks, Managing Editor with the Los Angeles Sentinel Newspaper and the L.A. Watts Times Newspaper sits down for an exclusive interview with three Black L.A. City Council members, L.A. City Council President Herb Wesson (10th district), Councilman Curren Price (9th District) and Marqueece Harris-Dawson (8th district)
L.A. City Council Joins Nationwide Trump Opposition
May 3, 2017
President Donald Trump should be investigated for any high crime or misdemeanor sufficient to warrant impeachment proceedings — at least according to a Los Angeles City Council committee, which approved of the idea last Friday.
Los Angeles Football Club Builds Its Foundation With First Concrete Pour For New Soccer Stadium
December 18, 2016
LAFC Celebrates A Major Milestone At New 22,000 Seat Soccer Stadium