WATCH: American Black Film Festival 2020
March 6, 2020
LA Sentinel at the American Black Film Festival 2020
Breaking News
- Groundbreaking Reporter Warren Wilson Passes Away
- 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
- Q&A on Taste of Soul with Crystal Williams, Community Relations Manager at SoCalGas
- Costco is Coming to South Los Angeles
- 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
- L.A. Sentinel Visits Western States Carpenters South L.A. Training Center
- Street Named in Honor of Watts Activist `Sweet’ Alice Harris
- Tito Jackson, Member of Jackson 5, Dies at 70
- Councilwoman Heather Hutt Holds Campaign Kick-Off
- Food Bank of Southern California Antes Up Under New CEO
- Kamala Harris Trounces Donald Trump in First Presidential Debate
- Richard Alatorre, Pioneering Chicano Activist, Passes at 81
- Mayor Warren and the Impact of Local Officials
- Kamlager-Dove Secures $1.6 Million for Butterfly’s Haven
- Stopping Hate Crimes by Building Connections
- Recentering the Million Man March: Remembering the Promise of Operational Unity
- From Sitcom Star to Stand-Up Sensation, Tisha Campbell Takes the Stage with ‘Damn Gina.”
Shaquille Woods
Independent Film ‘Jezebel’ Explores Sisterhood & Survival
January 30, 2020
The film first premiered at the SXSW conference with raving reviews and picked up Best Feature Film and Best Director at the American Black Film Festival.
Ava DuVernay New Series ‘Cherish The Day’ Coming To OWN Network
January 2, 2020
The romantic anthology drama follows the relationship of one couple that spans a single day.
Marianne Jean-Baptiste Shines In Horror Movie ‘In Fabric’
November 28, 2019
The movie takes a dark turn when she buys a dress that curses her life.
‘Give Me Liberty’ Film Stars Black Disabled Actress
October 3, 2019
Lauren “Lolo” Spencer, a disability lifestyle influencer, creates content showcasing her navigating life as a woman in a wheelchair
A Conversation With ‘California Live’ Host Danielle Nottingham
October 3, 2019
The award-winning journalist has brought audiences stories from global breaking news to entertainment red carpets.
Obba Babatundé Keeps Inspiring The Entertainment Industry
September 26, 2019
The Emmy Award-winning actor has spent four decades gracing theater stages, making moves as a dancer, and directing and producing creative projects.
Dionne Warwick Las Vegas Residency, Touring, & New Music
September 26, 2019
With constant travel demands, her musical career still remains strong
OWN’s ‘David Makes Man’ Drama from Oscar Winner Tarell Alvin McCraney
September 12, 2019
“David Makes Man” explores the complex growth process of Black boyhood.
Kellita Smith On Black Ownership, Overcoming Fears, & Hollywood
August 22, 2019
The comedic actress has been busy booking roles, but also advocating for Black ownership.
The World Of Grudge Racing with Eric Malone
August 22, 2019
“Fastest Cars In The Dirty South” is a new series showcasing Malone and his team taking over the world of legal grudge racing.
‘The Boondocks’ Writers Discuss New Show ‘Sugar and Toys’, Social Commentary and Creativity
August 1, 2019
The Fuse late night television sketch comedy series highlights social commentary using humor.
VH1’s “Love & Listings” Showcases Black Real Estate Agents
July 25, 2019
The diverse cast will open up their lives to the realty of being a Black real estate agent in Southern California.
Robert Townsend Inspires Local Artists at Real to Reel Event
July 18, 2019
Before the event, Townsend sat down with the Los Angeles Sentinel Newspaper to discuss his creative philosophies, inspiration, and how he operates creativity as an artist.
Johnny Gill’s No. 1 Billboard Song ‘Soul of A Woman’
July 11, 2019
“Soul of A Woman,” the latest single from “Game Changer II,” is an R&B record that focuses on women overcoming struggles.