Heather Hutt Sworn-in as Councilwoman for L.A.’s 10th District
December 18, 2024
Heather Hutt was sworn in as Councilwoman for Los Angeles’ 10th District in a historic community ceremony at First African Methodist Episcopal Church.
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- 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
- Lakers Guard Max Christie Continues to Step Up
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Yvonne Wheeler
SoCalGas Joins Labor Community Services to ‘Stamp Out Hunger’
June 12, 2024
One hundred volunteers from Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) and Labor Community Services (LCS) teamed up at the LCS Warehouse in Bell, CA on June 7 to sort through more than 1.8 million pounds of food donations collected through the 32nd Annual National Association of Letter Carriers’ (NALC) Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.
410,000+ Signatures Submitted to Qualify Affordable Housing Initiative for November Ballot
May 8, 2024
A coalition of housing affordability and mental health experts, community advocates, firefighters, business and union leaders, and front-line service providers submitted more than 410,000 signatures on to Los Angeles County officials on May 7, to place the Affordable Housing, Homelessness Solutions and Prevention Now initiative on the November 2024 ballot.
Harvey and Prescott Join ‘Power, Leadership and Influence of the Black Woman’ Event
April 10, 2024
Bakewell Media and the L.A. Sentinel will be honoring six inspiring women at their “Power, Leadership and Influence of the Black Woman” event on Saturday, April 13, at the Fairmont Century Plaza. An event this special, however, cannot be possible without two influential hostesses.
Bakewell Media and L.A. Sentinel Honor Yvonne Wheeler, President of L.A. County Federation of Labor
March 13, 2024
Yvonne Wheeler, the first Black woman president of the L.A. County Federation of Labor, will be honored by Bakewell Media and the L.A. Sentinel at the “Power, Leadership and Influence of the Black Woman” event on Saturday, April 1.3
Holly Mitchell Kicks-off Re-election Campaign
February 1, 2024
Cheers of “Holly! Holly!” filled the air as Holly Mitchell kicked-off her campaign for re-election to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. Labor leaders, elected officials, and residents of District #2 were among the diverse coalition backing Mitchell during the rally on Jan. 27, at Jim Gilliam Park.
Councilwoman Heather Hutt Unveils Rev. James Lawson Mile on Adams Boulevard
January 18, 2024
The office of Councilwoman Heather Hutt held a special celebration in partnership with Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO President Yvonne Wheeler to designate a one-mile stretch of Adams Boulevard as the “Reverend James Lawson Mile” on Jan. 11.
Wheeler Promotes Unity and Community in L.A. Labor Movement
August 31, 2023
The labor movement is front and center in Los Angeles and Yvonne Wheeler is right in the thick of it. As the president of the L.A. County Federation of Labor, Wheeler serves as chief advocate for unity and community among thousands of members.
New Frontier Honors Mayor Bass, Councilwoman Hutt, State Secretary Weber and More
March 9, 2023
If you are into California Democratic Politics, then Sunday, March 5, at the Proud Bird Restaurant in Los Angeles was the place to be. Hundreds of attendees gathered to view the installation of the new Board of Officers for the New Frontier Democratic Club, California’s oldest and most influential African American Democratic Club.
Our Authors Study Club Hosts City-Wide African American Heritage Month Events
January 26, 2023
Our Authors Study Club, Inc., (OASC) will co-host a several citywide events for African American Heritage Month. This year marks the 73rd celebration held in conjunction with the City of Los Angeles. The national theme is, “Black Resistance in The Past, Present, and Future.”
L.A. Welcomes Mayor-elect Karen Bass
December 1, 2022
Elected officials, labor execs, community leader and young adults share positive comments about the historic election of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
Yvonne Wheeler Elected New President of L.A County Federation of Labor
November 23, 2022
Yvonne Wheeler was elected the new president of the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO (LA Fed) on Nov. 21. The historic unanimous vote by her peers makes Wheeler the first Black woman to hold the title and makes her one of the most influential people in Los Angeles politics.
Mothers In Action Host 24th Annual Back to School Health Fair
August 25, 2022
From free backpacks filled with school supplies to nutrition and safety information, Mothers In Action (MIA), the stalwart community group, held its 24th annual Back to School Health Fair on August 13, at Exposition Park.
CD 10 Community Voices Big Support for Heather Hutt
August 4, 2022
As word spread that Heather Hutt is now the Caretaker for Council District 10, residents throughout the region voiced their support for her appointment.
Sentinel Editorial Karen Bass – A Life of Service, Woman of Integrity and Devoted Servant of the People
June 2, 2022
The Los Angeles Sentinel strongly encourages all of our community to get actively involved and make sure that we VOTE. And in the upcoming primary election, it is Karen Bass who the Los Angeles Sentinel strongly endorses as the next Mayor of Los Angeles.