- LACMA Showcases ‘Imagining Black Diasporas: 21st-Century Art and Poetics’ Exhibit
- Sheenway School and Culture Center — Educating Youth to Lead the Future Over 50 Years
- Record-Breaking Hate Crimes Against Black Angelenos on the Rise
- Los Angeles Rams and LAPD Spread Holiday Cheer with Annual Sleigh Ride
- Heather Hutt Sworn-in as Councilwoman for L.A.’s 10th District
- Visit Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza for Holiday Photos with Santa
- Homeless and Their Advocates Speak Out in New Film, ‘WE, the Vulnerable of LA’
- The Congressman Wore Sneakers: An Evening With Hakeem Jeffries
- Brotherhood Crusade Honors SEIU President April Verrett at 2024 Pioneer of African American Achievement Award Dinner
- Chargers Thwart Divisional Foe on Thursday Night
- No. 18 UCLA Men’s Basketball Defeats Prairie View A&M 111-75
- Athletes in $2.8 billion college lawsuit tell judge they want to create a players’ association
- Cal, UNLV Inspire La Tijera Students at Day of Play
South LA
IE’s Growing Black Population Shows Signs of Resilience, But Widening Disparities Remain
New report released by Mapping Black California in partnership with IECF presents a profile of the issues impacting the Inland Empire’s Black Community
Claudine Gay Ousted as Harvard’s First Black President – But Why?
Dr. Claudine Gay’s tenure as President of Harvard lasted only six months. Why was she forced to resign? The top-reported line is her plagiarism (which has been conceded) and her not-so-robust statements to a Republican led U. S. House of Representatives committee against antisemitism on Harvard’s campus.
Prostitute Blows the Trumpet! Shout! Conquer the World – Part 20
You don’t need a doctorate to achieve a high rank with Jesus. Although Moses had done many miraculous works, God shows us there are still many notable works to be accomplished. As a matter of fact, Numbers 12:3 tells us that Moses was very meek. He was humble. However, his meek, humble attitude served him well.
David G. Brown Weekly Cartoon
Mrs. Marguerite Hodge Continues to Achieve at 103 Years Old
Mrs. Marguerite Hodge is truly a diva – dynamic, intelligent, victorious, and accomplished. The stylish and witty centenarian continues to garner accolades as she enjoys her 103rd year of life.
Barbara Lee Leads Progressive Agenda in Senatorial Debate
As Barbara Lee stepped off the stage following the first California Senatorial Debate, she felt good about the agenda and vision she articulated for the country.
She said “I shared my vision for this country – one where we as a country take a stand for unconditional peace, progress, and change. One where we center the voices of minorities in this country, and don’t just go along with the status quo that has promoted hate and racism for too long.”
Being Steadfast and Strong in Life and Struggle: Reflecting the Foundation, Modelling the Mountain
In this month of invited meditation, making resolutions and deep reflection about ourselves and the state of things in the world, I turn to the teachings of our honored ancestors, founded especially in our sacred texts, the Husia and the Odu Ifa. And I always find in them a rich, ever ready and invaluable source for constant grounding, and for asking questions and seeking answers to the fundamental issues that confront African peoples and the world.
National Urban League CEO Celebrates New LAUL President
National Urban League President/CEO Marc H. Morial is on a high note, but isn’t he always. Coming fresh off the success of his new critically-acclaimed HBO documentary, “Gumbo Coalition,” aptly named for his energetic leadership style and the title for the most recent version of his book, “The Gumbo Coalition: 10 Leadership Lessons That Help You Inspire, Unite, and Achieve,” the former New Orleans mayor who also served as president of the U.S. Conference of Mayors made a landmark visit to Los Angeles to celebrate the Los Angeles Urban League’s newly installed President & CEO Cynthia Mitchell-Heard.
Is the World a Better Place Because Dr. King Lived?
When I was running my event management company, I had the privilege for many years of working on two major celebrations honoring the memory of Dr. King. First, King Week under the direction of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference of Greater Los Angeles (SCLC-GLA); second, the Kingdom Day Parade with the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE).
Los Angeles Urban League Celebrates Ambassador Michael A. Lawson with Farewell Celebration
The Los Angeles Urban League saluted its former President and CEO Michael A. Lawson on Jan. 9, with a “League to Legend” Farewell Celebration at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles. The event was held in appreciation for his service to the premier civic rights organization.
Tax Saving Month on Your Primary Home with New Wrinkle
This month, I want to take a moment of your time to visit about a specific property tax savings program my office offers that is just waiting to reduce your budget.
MLK Weekend Brings Many Events to Southern California
The Palm Springs Section 14 Survivors, Stonewall Democrats of the Desert, Brothers of the Desert, cross-cultural advocacy groups, intergenerational groups, and others united in a March for Justice on Jan. 15. L.A. Attorney Areva Martin was among the keynote speakers at the program.
David G. Weekly Cartoon
Blow the Trumpet! – Conquer The World Part 18.
Who does not want to “conquer the world” and overcome life’s challenges? Moses had been faithful. He had led the children of Israel from Egyptian bondage, parted the Red Sea, endured the plagues and more. He died. God needed a successor to continue leading and guiding the Israelites through the wilderness and to the “Promised Land.”