Trials Still Ongoing Before Approval of COVID Vaccines for Children
January 21, 2021
In California, more than 300,000 children under age 17 have been infected with the coronavirus since last March.
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Large Scale Vaccination Sites Open, Vulnerable Groups Death Rate Increases
January 14, 2021
As of Monday, January 11, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed 137 new deaths and new cases 12,617 of COVID-19. There were 7,910 people with COVID-19 hospitalized with 22% of these people in the ICU. According to the L.A. County Dept. of Public Health, statistics show that L.A County has gone from an average of 791 people hospitalized two months ago to about 8,000 patients, an increase of 1,000%.
Black Physicians Get Vaccinated to Build Trust in Science Among High-Risk Minority Populations
January 14, 2021
What better way to convince doubting patients than to show them, even the local leading Black physicians will get the COVID vaccine?
Woman-Owned Catering Business Has Made Long-Standing Memories in Every Dish for Over 20 Years
January 14, 2021
Daria shared her passion and how she came to be the most sought-after catering business in Los Angeles.
‘If Not Now, When?’ the first feature film co-directed by African American women —Meagan Good and Tamara Bass
January 14, 2021
It’s a story of love, forgiveness, and the incredible bond between women.
Actress Lara Rossi Brings to Life A New Narrative for Black Women As Star of New TV Show “The Watch”
January 7, 2021
Rossi shares her latest role breaks the mold allowing her to be a full human, full of flaws and full of truth.
January Possibly Worse Month of Pandemic, Infected Healthcare Workers’ Numbers Rise
January 7, 2021
Health officials have stated January may be the worst we’ve seen of the pandemic.
Nikki Lynette Addresses Mental Health Through Musical Theatre
January 7, 2021
“Get Out Alive,” a story that recounts her personal journey of domestic violence, emotional grief, and clinical depression.
Holiday Travelers Urged to Quarantine, Stay at Home Order Still in Effect
December 31, 2020
As we edge out of the holiday season and into a new year, Los Angeles County is still riding the COVID-19 surge and health officials are still calling for the public to do its part. Health officials have stated we may see another surge in a few weeks if the public disregarded safety protocols during the Christmas holiday.
‘American Gods,’ the African Gods on America’s shore ready for revenge; it’s war!
December 24, 2020
“AMERICAN GODS” season three premieres on January 10, 2021, on Amazon Prime Video. It’s a war on — for the minds and souls of mankind.
Local Ministries Share with Less Fortunate for Christmas
December 24, 2020
Local churches spread the Christmas spirit in spite of the pandemic, giving back to those that need help.
Moderna Vaccine Arrives in Time for Christmas
December 24, 2020
Public health officials urge everyone to stay home for Christmas as a second vaccine comes to battle COVID-19.
The Importance of Black Santa
December 24, 2020
Now more than ever, representation is important and having a Black Santa Claus proves it.
COVID-19 Vaccine Arrives as Surge Continues to Overwhelm Hospitals
December 17, 2020
As the COVID-19 vaccine is distributed to specific locations, the surge continues to rise with a rising number of healthcare workers getting infected.
How Mayor James Butts turned Inglewood Into California’s Premier Sports and Entertainment City
December 17, 2020
The Inglewood economic renaissance is not only keeping its momentum, it is also gathering speed.