Washington hires Wright as NFL’s 1st Black team president
August 20, 2020
At 38, he becomes the NFL’s youngest team president and will run the organization’s business operations
Breaking News
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Why Is Fair Housing Still A Distant Journey For Black America?
August 20, 2020
Public pressure to restore a key HUD rule has united civil rights, public and private sector stakeholders in a swelling and nearly daily drumbeat of concern calling for fair housing to be supported and HUD’s replacement rule be rescinded.
On July 23 the rule known as Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) HUD Secretary Ben Carson termed the rule as “a ruse for social engineering under the guise of desegregation”.
The 2020 Assessment Roll
August 20, 2020
It’s that time again that my Office undertakes its most important function of the fiscal year that lays the ground work for the very property taxes that pay for our vital public services: The Assessment Roll.
The Roll for 2020 has been closed and it reflects solid growth for the City of Los Angeles and the rest of the County. However, the Roll is pre-COVID and I will explain that in a bit.
Los Angeles Philharmonic Partners with KCET For New PBS Television Series “In Concert At The Hollywood Bowl”
August 20, 2020
Hosted by Gustavo Dudamel — running through September
Michael Rainey Jr. showcases star power in STARZ’s ‘Power Book II: Ghost’
August 20, 2020
In STARZ’s “Power Book II: Ghost” — Tariq played by Michael Rainey Jr. steps into his father’s James “Ghost” St. Patrick’s shoes – September 6.
David G. Brown Cartoon: August 20, 2020
August 20, 2020
L.A. Controller Reports Nearly $6 Million Small Business Microloans Distributed by City During Pandemic
August 19, 2020
L.A. Controller Ron Galperin, in cooperation with the City’s Economic and Workforce Development Department (EWDD), updated his interactive map and microloan tracker displaying the microloans funded by the City of Los Angeles to help small businesses get the assistance they need during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since the program started, EWDD has distributed more than $5.9 million to 419 Los Angeles businesses — an increase from the $3.4 million to 227 businesses reported when Galperin first released the tracker in July. Available at lacontroller.org/microloans, Galperin’s microloan tracker is updated through the beginning of August and includes a map with the name, location and loan amount for each recipient.
Social Distancing Varies by Income in U.S.
August 19, 2020
Wealthier communities went from being the most mobile before the COVID-19 pandemic to the least mobile, while poorer areas have gone from the least mobile to the most mobile, according to a study by the University of California, Davis.
Battle of the Beats Seeks Aspiring Music Producers for Chance at Winning Big Prizes and Music Industry Exposure
August 19, 2020
Battle of the Beats starts on Tuesday, August 18th at 12:00 p.m. EST and ends Friday, August 28th at 12:00 p.m. EST. Interested participants are invited to submit a 60-second (max) video of themselves playing their hottest beat for the opportunity to win recording equipment, bragging rights, and the ability to sell their beat for cash. The goal is to raise money for Black Connect’s business mentoring and legal services programs for small, Black-owned businesses, which will help entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses, particularly those impacted by COVID-19.
TV ONE AND CLEO TV GENERAL MANAGER MICHELLE RICE RECEIVES MINORITY BUSINESS LEADER AWARD FROM THE WASHINGTON BUSINESS JOURNAL
August 19, 2020
“It is an honor and privilege to be a recipient of The Minority Business Leader Award, particularly during this historic year, which has been defined by unforeseen trials, and extraordinary internal and external challenges for businesses,” remarked Rice. “As we collectively move forward, I remain committed to fostering a diverse environment where individual cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives are represented and championed at all touchpoints within our organization.”
L.A. COUNTY ACTIVATES AND EXTENDS ADDITIONAL EMERGENCY COOLING CENTERS TO OFFER HEAT RELIEF DURING EPIC HEAT WAVE
August 19, 2020
With temperatures in parts of Los Angeles County soaring and remaining in the triple digits for several days in a row, the County of Los Angeles is activating additional Emergency Cooling Centers this week and extending others to help residents beat the heat.
LACCD to Hold Second Districtwide Online Open Registration Fair
August 19, 2020
A second districtwide online open enrollment fair for the upcoming semester will be held today for the nine campuses in the Los Angeles Community College District.
The district, which held its first virtual enrollment fair on Aug. 12, is highlighting its flexible class schedules, guaranteed admission and affordability to would-be applicants.
First-time, full-time students may be eligible for two years of free tuition, plus a free Chromebook, under the district’s L.A. College Promise Program. More information can be found at lacollegepromise.org.
Black Fact of the Day: Saturday August 15, 2020 – Brought to you by Black365
August 15, 2020
August 15: Ermias Asghedom, better known as Nipsey Hussle, was born in Los Angeles, 1985
Compton Requiring Face Coverings in Public
August 14, 2020
The city of Compton will require people to wear face coverings in public to guard against further spread of the coronavirus, officials said today.
The order applies to anyone within city limits failing to wear a face mask and business owners failing to comply with Los Angeles County shutdown orders and restrictions in accordance with the city’s local COVID-19 emergency order.