Farmer’s Market x Friday Lunches Experience Takes Care of the Community
February 29, 2024
t’s Bigger Than Us (IBTU) held their Farmer’s Market x Friday Lunches Experience in celebration of Black History Month on Friday, Feb. 23.
Breaking News
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- Judge Dion Griffith Morrow Passes Away
- Election Controversy Sparks Debate in Pasadena NAACP Leadership Race
- James Lee and his Mobile Station Celebrate 50 Years Serving in the Community
- Mulenga Strengthens Bonds Between Los Angeles and Lusaka through Sister City Committee
- Maggie Hathaway Golf Course Renewal Project Breaks Ground
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- Davis Honored with Advocacy Award at State NAACP Conference
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- State of Black Los Angeles Highlights Future of Communities of Color
- USC, Dorsey High, and Price School Band kick-off Taste of Soul
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- Groundbreaking Reporter Warren Wilson Passes Away
- Brotherhood Crusade Gives Away Bikes to Community Youth
- Eric Benét Headlines KJLH Stage at Taste of Soul
- Jim McDonnell Named Next Chief of Los Angeles Police Department
- Newsom Signs Black Caucus Bills; Advocates Question ‘Reparations’ Description
- L.A. Urban League, NBC4, and Telemundo 52 Present State of Black Los Angeles
- Seventh Annual United Against Hate Week Launches from Watts
- Local Health Providers Offer Free Medical Services at Taste of Soul
- Attorney Fani Willis Addresses L.A. Community Members Supporting Her Race In Georgia
- Marqueece Harris-Dawson Elected as L.A. City Council President
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- Davóne Tines Unpacks the Legacy of Paul Robeson at Zipper Hall
- Black Caucus Members Weigh Next Steps for Reparations in California
- Celebrating Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson at The Ebell of LA
- Black Community Unites to Re-Elect L.A. Mayor Karen Bass
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- Councilwoman Heather Hutt Holds Campaign Kick-Off
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- Richard Alatorre, Pioneering Chicano Activist, Passes at 81
- Mayor Warren and the Impact of Local Officials
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From Hollywood to Carpentry: The Donnie Johnson Story
February 21, 2024
Donnie Johnson, 63, is a proud journeyman carpenter, currently working on site of the construction of a coming attraction in Los Angeles.
New Kaiser Permanente Medical Offices Open in Watts
February 8, 2024
In addition to an array of medical services, the new facility will also be home to the Watts Counseling and Learning Center.
California Connect Holds Free Health and Resource Fair for the Community
February 8, 2024
California Connect held a free health and resource fair for the community at the Earvin “Magic” Johnson Recreation Area on Thursday, Feb. 1. The event had 43 vendors including representatives for L.A. County Supervisor Holly Mitchell and Assemblymember Mike A. Gipson offices.
The Polk Institute Foundation is Creating Better Entrepreneurs
February 8, 2024
Gary L. Polk, Sr. founded the Polk Institute Foundation (PIF) to help Black and Latino entrepreneurs.
Jonathan Kee is Breaking Youth In On the Entertainment Industry
February 1, 2024
The entertainment industry professional is giving youth of color an inside look behind the scenes.
Restoration Community Development Corporation Recognized for Humanitarian Services
February 1, 2024
On Sunday, Jan. 28, the office of the Honorable Holly Mitchell, Los Angeles County Supervisor, District #2, presented proclamations of appreciation to the Restoration Community Development Corporation (RCDC) at the Cathedral of Christ Temple Church of Christ (Holiness) USA (CCTCC). After the worship service, April Johnson, assistant director of constituent engagement for the supervisor’s office, presented certificates to Bernice Noflin, founder and executive director of RCDC, Bishop Emery Lindsay, senior pastor of CCTCC, Edmond Hamilton, Jr., trustee chair of CCTCC and Rev. Robert Hendricks, senior pastor of New Testament Church of Christ. Related Stories: https://lasentinel.net/scholar-traces-how-black-churches-became-centers-of-political-engagement.html https://lasentinel.net/l-a-churches-present-mini-homes-to-skid-row-residents.html “You know, God is
Councilwoman Heather Hutt Unveils Rev. James Lawson Mile on Adams Boulevard
January 18, 2024
The office of Councilwoman Heather Hutt held a special celebration in partnership with Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO President Yvonne Wheeler to designate a one-mile stretch of Adams Boulevard as the “Reverend James Lawson Mile” on Jan. 11.
KBLA Talk 1580 Launches Climate Justice Campaign
January 18, 2024
SmileyAudioMedia, Inc. announced that its flagship, Los Angeles-based radio station, KBLA Talk 1580 AM, will launch a historic $2 million, 12-month Climate Justice Campaign.
Mya Hendrix Overcomes Adversity Towards Motherhood
January 18, 2024
“Going through pregnancy was really something that I wanted to share with other women with disabilities because a lot of people are told that they can’t, so I thought that was something really important,” said Mya Hendrix.
Assemblyman Bryan Hosts Holiday Event in Leimert Park
December 21, 2023
On Sunday, Dec.17, Assemblymember Isaac G. Bryan (D-55th) held his third annual Christmas in the Park Celebration in Leimert Park. The community lined up and around the park to play in the snow, take pics with Santa Claus, and receive gifts and information.
Councilwoman Heather Hutt Brings the Holidays to the 10th District
December 14, 2023
Council District 10 is in the holiday spirit and Councilwoman Heather Hutt is the conductor of the holiday train.
Metro Renames Leimert Park Station After Honorable Diane E. Watson
December 14, 2023
On Wednesday, December 6, Metro celebrated the re-naming of the Leimert Park Metro Station for the Honorable Diane E. Watson.
Sunnyside 5 Student Housing is Helping to Build Dreams
December 7, 2023
On Monday, November 27, Sunnyside 5 (SS5) Student Housing held their grand opening at Sunnyside Baptist Church in South Los Angeles. Sunnyside 5 is a new faith-inspired, non-profit project created to serve young people experiencing homelessness, who need supportive transitional housing.
Eulanda Matthews – Here to Serve
November 30, 2023
Eulanda Lynn Matthews has lived those words with her life helping people in legal matters and so much more.