Metro Public Safety Measures are Having a Real Impact
July 10, 2024
The need to improve public safety on all aspects of the Metro lines has been a major topic of conversation for several months now.
Breaking News
- 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
- 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
- Student Athlete of the Week: Koa Seymour
- Where Art Meets Purpose: The Dancing Odyssey of Dwight Rhoden
Transportation
Hillery Advocates for ‘More Life’ in Campaign for L.A. Council District 14
February 15, 2024
After seeing the Los Angeles City Council District 14 be “taken advantage of for so very long” and the aftermath of the George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery killings that made downtown LA feel like a “war zone,” Attorney Teresa Hillery asked herself who was in charge. Displeased with her findings from her research. Hillery said to herself, “We deserve better, and I can give them better.”
California’s lawmakers will soon decide if we really support opportunity for all children
September 14, 2023
Most people understand that transportation is critical for helping students succeed in school. After all, in order to succeed in class, you have to get there first.
JCL Consulting Helps Agencies Strengthen Ties with Local Communities
May 4, 2023
JCL Consulting Group (JCL) provides equity-focused communication strategies, stakeholder engagement, and specialized training workshops for government agencies in California. In an interview on Tuesday April 25, JC Lacey, principal, gave the Sentinel insight on his career having over 15 years of public and community service in Los Angeles, and most recently becoming president of the Crenshaw Chamber of Commerce this Spring. With 2023 being the Chamber’s 90th anniversary, Lacey noted that he has three main goals this year. The first is to host networking events each quarter to socialize and talk about business. Secondly, he aims to improve members’ online
The Impact of COVID-19 on HBCUs and Black Students
March 16, 2022
In March 2020, when college campuses across the country closed and sent students home, many HBCUs continued to house hundreds of students who did not have homes to return to. Groups of students were stuck on campus without the funds to pay for transportation back to their home cities. This challenge was a byproduct of several students losing the jobs they used to help fund their education, along with loss of family income. Many students became both food and housing insecure without the critical resources that HBCUs often provide.
2021 State of Black America, “The New Normal; Diverse, Equitable & Inclusive” Highlights the Urgency of Repairing Structural Flaws Unmasked by the Coronavirus Epidemic
July 22, 2021
Ending the “Three Pandemics” of racial inequity in health care, economics and public safety requires innovation, deliberation
Black Riders Matter
August 27, 2020
A court in California just issued a temporary “stay” on restricting rideshare operations in the state over the independent contractor issue. The court ruling should be made permanent while civil rights and business leaders work together to undo the unjust and unfair rideshare regulations that may negatively impact millions of people throughout America.
Pfizer, AmeriHealth Caritas Officials Talk Health at NNPA Conference
January 30, 2020
Dr. Kevin Williams, the chief medical officer for Pfizer Rare Disease, addressed the conference during a Pfizer-hosted breakfast presentation titled, “African Americans and Heart Disease – New Research Breakthrough: Announcing 2020 Partnership between Pfizer and NNPA.” At a later session titled “Future of Medicaid and Medicare: Healthy You, Healthy Us – What is Managed Care and How Does It Advance Health Equity,” AmeriHealth Caritas officials said it was important to gain a greater understanding of the different ways managed care organizations address key social disparities.
Wiggins Leads Metrolink in Connecting People to Opportunity
April 25, 2019
Stephanie Wiggins, the commuter train’s first African American CEO, shares her vision for the agency Stephanie Wiggins has always believed she could reach her goals. After all, her parents always told her, “You can do anything you want if you try.” Undergirded with that philosophy, Wiggins applied for the CEO position of the Metrolink commuter railroad in December 2018, and of course, she got it. As the first African American and first female to hold the agency’s top spot, Wiggins is well prepared to take Metrolink to the next level as a popular and viable regional transportation option. Starting
Assemblymember Holden’s Transit Pass Program for Students Passes Assembly Floor
May 31, 2018
Assemblymember Holden authored a similar bill that would have created a statewide pilot transportation pass program but was vetoed by Governor Jerry Brown citing a lack of data
The Black Press Honors “Giant in the Automotive Industry” James Farmer
April 26, 2018
Retired GMAC Vice President for Merchandising, Advertising and Communications James Farmer remains one of the fiercest advocates for the Black Press in the automotive industry. The NNPA honored Farmer with the 2018 NNPA Torch Award for Outstanding Leadership and Service for over 50 years in the Automotive Industry and Support of the NNPA.
Lincoln Partners with Superstar NE-YO for Music Series Featuring All-New Lincoln Navigator
April 20, 2018
Lincoln First Listen volume six featuring NE-YO highlights the all-new 2018 Lincoln Navigator and Revel sound system. The Lincoln Navigator was just awarded coveted Truck of the Year honors at the 2018 North American International Auto Show.
Chevrolet’s Top Tips for Transporting Your Holiday Tree
December 4, 2017
But before your tree-hunting adventure begins, it’s important to be prepared.
Go Metro to Taste of Soul 2017 to Enjoy Delicious Food, Live Music and Local Crafts
October 19, 2017
Festival-goers can take the Metro Expo Line to the Expo/Crenshaw Station
Assemblymember Sebastian Ridley-Thomas speaks on being Chair of Revenue & Taxation committee
July 5, 2017
California State Assemblymember for the 54th District, Sebastian Ridley – Thomas explains the job of an assemblyman and his passion for economics and leadership.