‘Blueprint for Great Schools’ Plan Presents Solutions for LAUSD
July 29, 2015
The state’s schools chief last week announced in Los Angeles his latest plan to improve California’s education system.
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- Recovery and Rebuild Conference Informs with Workshops
- Altadena Rebuilding Conference Focuses on ‘The Hope We Hold’
- First-Ever Report on `Hate Incidents’ Released by LA County
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Newly Discovered Planet Similar to Earth, says JPL
July 29, 2015
NASA’s Kepler orbiting telescope confirmed the existence of an “older, bigger cousin to Earth” 1,400 light years away – the first planet known to be in a habitable zone around a sun-like star, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory announced last week.
Paul Quinn College Extends Scholarships to 55 California Students
July 23, 2015
The end of summer is near and students are preparing to ship off to college. 55 students from sunny California will soon prepare to become a part of the freshman class at Paul Quinn College, a private HBCU in Dallas, Texas, on August 2.
Obama praises Nigerian leader for pursuing safety, security
July 23, 2015
President Barack Obama welcomed Nigeria’s new president to the Oval Office on Monday and praised him for working to bring “safety, security and peace” to a nation challenged by economic strains, a history of corruption and violence unleashed by the Islamic extremist group Boko Haram.
‘Roxy’ blends Adult Themes with Moral Principles
July 23, 2015
Tasha Biltmore is known for writing and directing plays that focus on abuse, domestic violence and other issues often overlooked by traditional playwrights and directors. Her current undertaking is “Roxy”, a play about two women who run a strip club. According to Biltmore, the venue provides a good backdrop for topics she hasn’t covered, such as criminal activity, shady business deals and extortion.
Comedian Dave Chappelle speaks out about comeback
July 23, 2015
Dave Chappelle’s return to the comedy stage comes at a racially charged time in the U.S., but the comedian, who never shied away from racial issues, says that’s just a coincidence.
5th Annual Long Beach Gospel Festival Brings Light and Love to Thousands
July 23, 2015
Umbrellas and tents in tow, thousands of fans, celebrities and public figures gathered in celebration of gospel music at the 5th Annual Long Beach Gospel Festival located in the heart of downtown Long Beach on July 19.
Bob Johnson launches the Urban Movie Channel
July 23, 2015
Robert L. Johnson is the founder and chairman of The RLJ Companies, an innovative business network that owns and holds interests in businesses operating in hotel real estate, private equity, consumer financial services, asset management, automobile dealerships, sports and entertainment, and video lottery terminal (VLT) gaming.
This Week in Black History (July 22)
July 23, 2015
A week by week lesson on Black History.
Board of Equalization Will Accept Cash Payments from Medical Cannabis Business Operators
July 22, 2015
Medical cannabis business owners may pay their tax liability to the California State Board of Equalization (BOE) in cash, simply by securing a seller’s permit from the Board of Equalization (BOE) and submitting a written request.
National Commission on Hunger Faces Uphill Challenge
July 22, 2015
Feeding the nation’s increased numbers of hungry citizens has become an uphill challenge for local and national organizations alike.
Unemployment Drops in Los Angeles
July 22, 2015
The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in Los Angeles County dropped to 7.4 percent in June, down from 7.6 percent the previous month, the state Employment Development Department reported.
Black Employee Awarded $5 Million in Rite Aid Case
July 22, 2015
Rite Aid was ordered today to pay $5 million in punitive damages to a former manager who said he was harassed by supervisors after he suffered a neck injury while trying to stop a robbery at his Lincoln Heights store, bringing his total award to $8.7 million.
St. Francis, St. Vincent among Six Hospitals Sold
July 22, 2015
The Daughters of Charity Health System announced it plans to sell its six hospitals, including two in Southern California, to an investment firm.
This Week in Black History (July 16)
July 16, 2015
A dose of black history every week.