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TV One Partners with National Action Network for Triumph Awards Television Premiere

Sentinel News ServiceAugust 27, 2015

TV One, the National Action Network (NAN) and Reverend Al Sharpton, are partnering to present the first televised airing of The Triumph Awards. The Triumph Awards, now in its 6th year, honors individuals who have made a positive impact in their community in addition to their professional contributions in their respective fields. The special will tape in Atlanta, GA and is scheduled to premiere on TV One exclusively Friday, October 10 2015 8PM/ET.

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U.S. Transportation Secretary Foxx Announces $9.5 Million in Workforce Development Grants

Sentinel News ServiceAugust 27, 2015

U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx recently announced $9.5 million in grants to 19 projects in 13 states selected to help train a new generation of skilled workers and support long-term careers in the public transportation industry. The announcement was made at the Los Angeles Trade-Technical College (LATTC), and the grants are provided through the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA)

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Religion

Dr. J the Counselor – ‘Spiritual guidance for relevant inspiration’

Amen Oyiboke, Staff WriterAugust 20, 2015

It’s not often that people find a pastor who runs their own radio show, provides marriage counseling and owns a food business as an executive celebrity chef.

Dr. Fredrick Jacobs, also known as Dr. J, is the Sunday host of “Dr. J, The Counselor” on Los Angeles’ KJLH 102.3 FM from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m.

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Witness Said Officers Chased L.A. Woman with Guns before Shooting

City News ServiceAugust 19, 2015

A woman who said she witnessed an August 12 fatal officer-involved shooting in the Crenshaw District is claiming that the victim was being chased by police officers with guns drawn before the officers fired three shots. Courtyana Franklin, 21, told the Los Angeles Times on Thursday August 13, that she witnessed the shooting through a side mirror and rear window of her vehicle, which was parked in an alley near Marlton Avenue and Santo Tomas Drive.

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Entertainment

Corey Hawkins: The “Straight Outta Compton” Interview

Kam Williams, Contributing WriterAugust 19, 2015

Born in Washington, DC on October 22, 1988, Corey Hawkins studied acting at Juilliard before making his big screen debut in 2012 opposite Bow Wow in Allegiance. The next year, he appeared in Iron Man 3 with Robert Downey, Jr., and in Non-Stop with Liam Neeson the year after that.

Here, he talks about his breakout role playing Dr. Dre in Straight Outta Compton, a biopic about the legendary rap group NWA.

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Entertainment

Gardena Jazz Festival

Sentinel News ServiceAugust 19, 2015

If you find yourself in an open field of grass feeling the warm Southern California sun on your skin and listening to music that moves your soul, chances are you are at the Gardena Jazz Festival with your loved ones. Delicious smells from food vendors fill the air and there are nothing but good vibes flowing through the park.

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12th Annual McDonald’s 365Black Awards set to premiere on BET Networks August 23

Sentinel News ServiceAugust 19, 2015

McDonald’s USA will televise its 12th annual 365Black Awards ceremony for the third consecutive year on the national cable television network Black Entertainment Television (BET). Hosted by national TV correspondent/actor Terrence ‘J’ Jenkins and leading actress KeKe Palmer, the program will initially air Sunday, August 23 at 9:00 p.m. EDT/8:00 p.m. CDT. Those who miss the first airing can catch it again the following Sunday, August 30 at 11:00 a.m. EDT/10:00 a.m. CDT on BET and at 7:00 p.m. EDT/6:00 p.m. CDT and 12:00 a.m. EDT/11:00 p.m. CDT on CENTRIC-TV.

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Entertainment

Straight Outta Compton: A Tale of N.W.A

Paris Young, LA Sentinel InternAugust 19, 2015

The group N.W.A. highly anticipated biopic, Straight Outta Compton, is a wonderful depiction of the group’s togetherness, troubles, and success.

Straight Outta Compton was such a wonderful success that it made $60.2 million opening weekend, according to Associated Press, making it the biggest opening for a musical biopic ever.

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‘Power’ Star Naturi Naughton empowers young girls to chase their dreams

Amen Oyiboke, Staff WriterAugust 19, 2015

Naturi Naughton is best known for her role as Tasha, a no-nonsense wife of kingpin Ghost (Omari Hardwick) in Starz Network’s series “Power”. Naughton has become quite popular over the years through music, movies and plays. Because of her longevity and success in the entertainment business, she has become a go-to for young girls and women seeking advice about the entertainment business.