The Los Angeles Lakers faced a pivotal breaking point after dropping Game 1 in a dramatic fashion during its first round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday.
: The Los Angeles Philharmonic premiered Carlos Simon’s “Good News Mass” on Thursday, April 18, at Walt Disney Concert Hall. Commissioned by the LA Phil, the large-scale choral-orchestral work blends gospel traditions with classical form to explore themes of Black joy, spirituality, and faith.
Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour ignites in Inglewood on April 28, with four sold-out nights at the SoFi Stadium. The launch of this tour, in one of the Blackest and most dynamic cities in America, is as much of a spectacle as it is an economic and cultural statement
David Lami Friebe, known to many as just Lami, may be best known today for his recurring role as Trey, the charming delivery man on Tyler Perry’s hit BET series “Sistas,” but his creative roots run far deeper than television. A gifted actor, musician, and storyteller, Friebe’s artistic journey spans continents, cultures, and mediums — from jazz-infused church services to voice acting in genocide memorials to the sun-soaked sidewalks of Venice Beach, where he beat his dream-laced drums and tested his voice with strangers.
Javonte Rose is a multi-hyphenate artist whose journey from small-town New Hampshire to the entertainment world spans modeling, reality TV, music, and authorship.
Benu Mekhat is a woman not only on a mission but also a woman with a huge heart. Although she has very little, Mekhat distributes essentials to those in dire straits with her nonprofit organization.
Young Empowered Scholars (YES) Academy recently hosted its 2nd Annual, Black Student Achievement Plan’s Career Day. This is a collaboration of professionals, students, families and the Crenshaw community to inspire youth towards college and career pathways.
My ministry is still evolving,” reflects Pastor Barry Settle of Ward African Methodist Episcopal Church in Los Angeles. “I’m a student of preaching. I believe heavily in spiritual discipline—be it fasting, prayer, solitude, worship, or silence.” A native of San Diego and raised in Los Angeles, Pastor Settle’s ministry is dedicated to spiritual growth and discipleship.
For 40 years, the Los Angeles Education Partnership (LAEP) has been a nonprofit organization investing in the future of children and their families to advance educational equity. LEAP is deeply committed to addressing the critical early education needs across Los Angeles County through programs like Early Head Start (EHS) and Ready2Teach at zero cost. LAEP is the first nonprofit in Los Angeles to focus on educational equity.
The Wellington Square Farmers Market, a beloved neighborhood fixture in West Adams, has found a new home. After 15 years of continuous operation from the parking lot of Smyrna Seventh-day Adventist Church, the market has garnered support from the community, local government, vendors, and customers alike to move to Wellington Road, evolving from a hidden gem into a vibrant street event.
Zhane Carter’s nonprofit, Love for the Streets, operates without major funding yet serves meals to dozens of unhoused people on Skid Row daily, driven by her determination, community support, and resourcefulness.
Marcus Guillory— an author, entertainment lawyer, music producer, professor, television and film writer.
Los Angeles has been a quiet hub for Black art since the 1960s. With artists like Betye Saar, Melvin Edwards, and Noah Purifoy, creating community and exhibitions, Black art has become a staple in West Coast culture. Dr. Virginia Joy Simmons has diligently contributed to this movement and keeps Black stories alive through art collection and philanthropy.
Los Angeles Honors Herb J. Wesson Jr.’s Legacy with City Hall Steps Renaming on Tuesday, February 25. City officials, community leaders, and supporters gathered at Los Angeles City Hall, a landmark crowned by the Tom Bradley Observation Deck on its 27th floor, to celebrate Wesson’s impact.
For Tarra Denise Jackson every performance is an opportunity to dig into uncomfortable truths. “I believe art should always be a protest” she says. “Whether it’s challenging societal failures or resisting personal limitation,” she believes art should agitate. Tarra Denise Jackson is an actor and producer who uses her artistry to challenge fear, push boundaries, and take control of her narrative with her latest film, “The Checklist.”