Brad Pye’s National Sports Beat (11/10-11/16/2016)
November 13, 2016
Notes, quotes and things picked up on the run from coast-to-coast and all the stops in between and beyond
Breaking News
- L.A. Sentinel and FACE Leaders Unite to ‘Stop the Hate’ Crimes in Los Angeles
- Fathers and Mothers Who Care Host 12th Annual Toy Giveaway in Compton
- Community in Shock and Disbelief Over Allegations Regarding Deputy Mayor Brian K. Williams
- 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
- Sportscaster Greg Gumbel Dies From Cancer at Age 78
- USC Men’s Basketball Wins Fourth Straight; Beats Southern University 82-51
- Deadly Violence in Nigeria Linked to Breakup of United Methodist Church Over LGBTQ Policies
- Black Denomination Upholds Stance Against Same-Sex Marriage. A Gay Pastor in its Ranks Seeks Change
UCLA
Battle Over CD44, Winner On Horizon
November 9, 2016
Senator Isadore Hall, III and Nanette Barragán go head-to-head for Congressional District 44 Seat.
Brad Pye’s National Sports Beat (10/28- 11/3/16)
October 28, 2016
Notes, quotes and things picked up on the run from coast-to-coast and all the stops in between and beyond.
Brad Pye’s National Sports Beat 10/20-10/26/2016
October 22, 2016
Notes, quotes and things picked up on the run from coast-to-coast and all the stops in between and beyond and in between.
Navigating The Future: Taste of Soul Scholarship recipient Ashley Williams
September 21, 2016
College undergrad Ashley Williams talks about how the Taste of Soul scholarship has changed her life.
The Rams: Players to Watch
August 10, 2016
For the first time in over two decades, the Rams return to Los Angeles.
John Smith Continues Coaching Legacy in Rio
August 10, 2016
John Smith has coached Olympians for six consecutive summer Olympic Games toting 13 gold medals, 6 silver and 4 bronze.
Inglewood Unified School Board Member D’Artagnan Scorza Appointed to UCLA Alumni Association Board of Directors
July 13, 2016
In a relatively short period of time, his academic and teaching accomplishments, and his exceptional service to the UC and the Los Angeles community can already be considered achievements of a lifetime.
L.A. Native Gives Back at Angel City Games
July 13, 2016
The 2nd annual Angel City Games brought together several athletes from the West Coast who live with disabilities
Students Who Inspired Me
June 29, 2016
Earlier this summer, University of California campuses granted bachelor’s and advanced degrees to 67,000 individuals, each with stories of personal aspiration and accomplishment.
NBA Champion And All-Star MVP Kobe Bryant To Be Honored With The Legend Award At Nickelodeon’s Kids’ Choice Sports 2016
June 23, 2016
Telecast Hosted by Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson Airs Sunday, July 17, at 8 p.m. (ET/PT)
Inglewood Unified School Board Member D’Artagnan Scorza Receives 2016 UCLA Award
May 18, 2016
Dr. D’Artagnan Scorza, Ph.D. receives the 2016 UCLA Award for Recent Graduate Achievement
Housing Plan Drafted for Veterans
February 5, 2016
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs released a draft plan last week for revamping the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center that calls for 1,200 housing units for homeless veterans. The plan also calls for healthcare, housing, education and other services and amenities to be located at the campus for veterans who are not homeless. Rep. Ted Lieu, D-Los Angeles, said the plan marks the “beginning of a new era of action on behalf of Los Angeles County’s veteran heroes.” He said the 1,200 units of permanent supportive housing throughout the property would house homeless veterans who need immediate access
NBA Star Westbrook visits UCLA, Bruins Win Two Games at Home
January 13, 2016
The UCLA Bruins basketball team (11-6 overall, 2-2 Pac-12) welcomed NBA star and former Bruins basketball player Russell Westbrook with an 87-84 win against No. 7 Arizona (13-3 overall, 1-2 Pac-12) on Thursday night. And on Saturday, the Bruins defeated the Arizona State Sun Devils 81-74 in Pauley Pavilion. The Arizona game was the first conference home game for UCLA. The matchup was coined ‘Westbrook Night’ in honor of Westbrook‘s donation to the University for its new basketball facility. During halftime, UCLA Athletic Director Dan Guerrero and Associate Athletic Director for Basketball Chris Carlson awarded Westbrook with a framed rendering