A special event was held on the Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) campus recently to commemorate the recent $50 million allocation from the State of California to the University. The event was highlighted by a check presentation from Watts native Assemblymember Mike Gipson, representative of California’s 64th Assembly District which includes the CDU campus. Dr. David Carlisle, president and CEO of CDU, along with other representatives and students from the university were on hand for the presentation. ... read more »

A new charter high school is up and running on the campus of Tree of Life Missionary Baptist Church.  Thanks to a partnership with the nonprofit, ... read more »

Ministry takes different shapes at Tree of Life Missionary Baptist Church. Under the leadership of Pastor Marcus Murchinson, the Watts congregation goes beyond the church walls to provide services to benefit the local community. ... read more »

Ministry takes different shapes at Tree of Life Missionary Baptist Church.  Under the leadership of Pastor Marcus Murchinson, the Watts congregation goes beyond the church walls to provide services to benefit the local community. ... read more »

A video featuring recording artist Jay-Z’s “Story of O.J.” sparked controversy on July 30 at Tree Of Life Missionary Baptist Church in Los Angeles when young praise dancers performed to the track while throwing money in the church’s sanctuary, ... read more »