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Calif’s AB 5 Contractor Law Could Soon Become National Standard

February 25, 2021

If passed, the PRO Act would implement the ABC test -- the California Supreme Court standard for classifying a worker as a contractor – in all 50 states. ... read more »

Dr. Ebony Hilton Leads Call for ‘Secretary of Equity’

February 4, 2021

The importance of the position is underscored by Covid-19 statistics, which show that African Americans are disproportionately affected by the virus. ... read more »

75 % Of COVID Vaccines in U.S. Sitting in Freezers

January 21, 2021

The lack of a comprehensive national plan has greatly contributed to a bottleneck in administering the vaccine ... read more »

Apple launches major new Racial Equity and Justice Initiative projects to challenge systemic racism, advance racial equity nationwide

January 21, 2021

Apple’s REJI commitments aim to expand opportunities for communities of color across the country and to help build the next generation of diverse leaders ... read more »

Woman-Owned Catering Business Has Made Long-Standing Memories in Every Dish for Over 20 Years

January 14, 2021

Daria shared her passion and how she came to be the most sought-after catering business in Los Angeles. ... read more »

Dr. Martin Luther King’s Non-violent Approach to Justice is Still Alive and Well, Even During Times of Division

January 14, 2021

Dr. King prided himself on his nonviolent approach to justice, a most powerful tool during the Civil Rights Movement. ... read more »

Top Stories of Entertainment 2020

December 31, 2020

These were the stories in entertainment in 2020. ... read more »

Notable Deaths of 2020

December 31, 2020

This year, we said goodbye to amazing men and women, who left lasting legacies with their work, talents and life. ... read more / view gallery »

Notable Appointments & Elected Officials of 2020

December 31, 2020

These were the appointments in local and national offices in 2020. ... read more / view gallery »

Politicians, Celebrities and Organizations Respond to Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris’ Win on Social Media

November 26, 2020

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Election 2020: Your Cheat Sheet for 12 Propositions to Know About Before Nov. 3

October 15, 2020

The 12 qualified propositions on the ballot cover many issues, including tax codes, voting rights, workers’ rights and affirmative action ... read more »

Jon Platt Joins Berklee’s Board of Trustees

September 24, 2020

Platt is the chair and CEO of Sony/ATV Music Publishing, the leading global music publisher. ... read more »

Bakewell Media Announces Taste of Soul Goes Virtual: On Line and On Time

September 24, 2020

Participants can access the Taste of Soul event live at www.lasentinel.net and on our Instagram @tasteofsoulla and Facebook.com/tasteofsoulla accounts. ... read more »

Grisly Hanging Deaths of Three Black Men in Two Weeks Hark Back to Terror of Lynchings Past

June 18, 2020

People in California and across the county are demanding more transparency in the investigations of the separate hanging deaths of the African American men. ... read more »

Dr. Dale Okorodudu addresses healthcare disparities in this new pandemic world

June 11, 2020

Dr. Okorodudu has been smashing society’s stereotype of what a doctor looks like ever since he started as an undergrad and continues to move forward with renewed vigor ... read more »

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