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News

Black Girls Code and GoldieBlox Launch Program to Inspire Interest in Computer Tech

Nusaybah Al-Mansur, Contributing WriterMarch 6, 2025

As AI and technology continue to reshape our world, alarming disparities remain in gender and racial representation – Black women hold 2% of technology roles and women earn only 18% of new computer science degrees. Dedicated to changing this, Black Girls Code, in partnership with GoldieBlox, has launched a new season of Code Along Jr., an initiative designed to empower the next generation of technologists with the skills and confidence needed to thrive in a field where Black women have long been underrepresented.

Education News

HillmanTok University: The Digital HBCU Revolutionizing Online Education

Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National CorrespondentFebruary 11, 2025

Hinton and her team are actively exploring partnerships with historically Black colleges and universities to expand opportunities and solidify HillmanTok’s place in the educational landscape.

Local News

Steven Christian: Pioneering Augmented Reality Storytelling for Black Creators

Dana Elaine Carroll, Contributing Writer February 5, 2025

As one of the first Black creators to bring AR into the comic book industry, Steven Christian is redefining how narratives are experienced.

Opinion

Empowering Communities Through Clean Energy: Hydrogen’s Role in California’s Future

Brandon “Stix” Salaam-Bailey, Contributing Opinion WriterOctober 21, 2024

Representing often-overlooked communities is no easy task, especially when new technologies, infrastructure, and opportunities meant to move California toward a clean energy future are in diverse and historically under-resourced communities.

Local News

TEC Leimert Selected to Participate in UCLA’s Innovation, Culture and Creativity Project

Sentinel News Service August 14, 2024

TEC Leimert was chosen as one of seven thought leader organizations across the nation and sole West Coast team selected to participate in UCLA’s “Innovation, Culture and Creativity Project.”

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AI-generated models could bring more diversity to the fashion industry — or leave it with less

CLAIRE SAVAGE Associated PressApril 16, 2024

Proponents say the growing use of AI in fashion modeling showcases diversity in all shapes and sizes, allowing consumers to make more tailored purchase decisions that in turn reduces fashion waste from product returns. And digital modeling saves money for companies and creates opportunities for people who want to work with the technology.

Local News

Carvalho Highlights Digital Access Divide at National Educational Technology Plan at White House

Sentinel News Service January 25, 2024

Los Angeles Unified Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho joined U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, U.S. Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten and national education and technology leaders at the White House on Jan. 22, for the release of the 2024 National Educational Technology Plan.

Family Health National News

Less Social Media Improves Health of Teens & Young Adults

Christopher Petty, Contributing WriterApril 6, 2023

It’s 2023 and it’s no secret that social media and technology use has a big effect on our society.

Entertainment Local News News (Entertainment)

Entries Now Accepted for L.A.’s 2023 African American Heritage Guide

Sentinel News ServiceNovember 3, 2022

Our Authors Study Club, Inc. of Los Angeles (OASC) and Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) are planning for the 2023 African American Heritage Guide.

News

LAUSD and the Ellison Institute Unite to Inspire Next Generation of Scientific Leadership

Sentinel News ServiceJune 16, 2022

The Lawrence J. Ellison Institute for Transformative Medicine and the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) announced a collaboration on June 13 to engage local students in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) and inspire the next generation of scientific leadership through hands-on experience.

Dr. Maulana Karenga Opinion

We Should All Dream of and Act for a Cleaner and More Affordable Energy Future

Pastor Ambrose Carroll Contributing Writer May 5, 2022

The good news is that new green technologies, like rooftop solar and battery storage, lower the cost of our monthly electric bills and reduce carbon emissions. The bad news is that now that this technology is becoming more accessible, the big utility companies want to take it away from us.

Health Local News

Mudtown Farms Provides Homegrown Produce to Residents of Watts

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Interim Managing EditorApril 21, 2022

Fresh vegetables, herbs and fruits are growing on 2.5 acres in the heart of Watts. Formally called Mudtown Farms, the huge urban agricultural park will provide homegrown produce and a healthy environment for local residents.

Local News

Community Leader Ray Ealy Recognized by the California State Legislature

Sentinel News ServiceMarch 2, 2022

Pasadena resident Raymond Ealy was recently recognized by Assemblymember Chris Holden and the California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) as the 41st Assembly District’s Unsung Heroes for his positive impact in the community.

Business Local News (Business)

GLAAACC’S Business Evolution Program Takes Businesses to the Next Level

Sentinel News ServiceOctober 7, 2021

At 35, GLAAACC’s 2021-22 BEP cohort is almost triple the number of participants from the previous year.

National News TV

Black Star Network: Roland Martin Announces New Black TV Network

Lauren Victoria Burke, NNPA Newswire ContributorSeptember 9, 2021

Martin announced his new network on the third anniversary of #RolandMartinUnfiltered, the first daily digital show specifically targeting African American audiences five days a week. The show has enjoyed expansive audience growth averaging 20 to 30 million views a month.