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- Pioneering Los Angeles Architect James Silcott Passes Away at 95
- NAREB Wealth Building Expo Changes Narrative by Supporting Black Real Estate Ownership, Black Real Estate Professionals
- South L.A. Reclaims Its Streets: Community Marches Against ICE Raids
- Former VP Kamala Harris Won’t Seek CA Governor’s Office
- Diana Ross at the Hollywood Bowl: The Measure of a Legend
- Holly Mitchell Endorses Toni Atkins for CA Governor
- Laterras R. Whitfield, Host of ‘Dear Future Wifey‘ Podcast, Announces Engagement
- Billy Porter Launches Black Mona Lisa Beauty to Redefine Inclusion in Cosmetics Industry
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Local News
Holly Mitchell Endorses Toni Atkins for CA Governor
In a crowded race to be the next governor of California, L.A. County Supervisor Holly Mitchell is backing Toni Atkins, …
Visual Curriculum: David G. Brown’s Work in Art and Education
David G. Brown is a nationally recognized political cartoonist, illustrator, and educator, whose work has appeared in the Los Angeles …
EECI Celebrates Achievements of Adult Business Program Graduates
The Entrepreneur Educational Center, Inc. (EECI) celebrated the accomplishments of nine inspiring entrepreneurs at its recent Adult Business Start-Up & …
Extending Warm Wishes to the Community by Giving Back
The nonprofit organization Operation Warm Wishes, started by TyRon Jackson, a former homeless man, holds monthly events and programs to …
BUTTER Redefines Art World by Putting Black Artists First
In a world where the art industry often sidelines Black creatives, BUTTER is flipping the script—and doing it with style, …
Franklin Windom Aids South L.A. Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses
Franklin Windom started the Louise W. Calhoun Foundation just last year and is already making strides to give entrepreneurs and …
Pioneering Los Angeles Architect James Silcott Passes Away at 95
Pathfinding architect and philanthropist James “Jim” Silcott, FAIA, passed away July 17, 2025, at the age of 95 in Washington, …
NAREB Wealth Building Expo Changes Narrative by Supporting Black Real Estate Ownership, Black Real Estate Professionals
A Community Wealth Building Expo on July 26 was co-hosted by People’s Independent Church of God in Christ, with the …
Generation Connect Pairs Teens with Older Adults to Close Digital Divide
Candace Walker, founder of Generation Connect, is helping to pair local L.A. high school students with older adults to close …
South L.A. Reclaims Its Streets: Community Marches Against ICE Raids
A vibrant show of unity, culture, and resistance unfolded in South Central as residents gathered for Reclaim Our Streets – …
BMO Los Angeles Wildfire Recovery Fund Now Accepting Applications
BMO announced a $3 million commitment to support the Los Angeles community in its ongoing recovery from the devastating wildfires.
National News
Bubba Wallace overcame questions and doubts to end 3-year drought with 1st Brickyard 400 win
Bubba Wallace kisses the trophy after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Indianapolis Motor …
Job scams are on the rise and more people are falling for them. Protect yourself with these tips
As job-seekers look for work in a challenging environment, an increasing number are falling victim to job scams that promise good …
Black student dragged from his car and punched by Florida officers says he was scared and confused
This image taken from video provided by WJAX shows William McNeil Jr., center, listening as his …
Napheesa Collier caps busy weekend with All-Star Game MVP Award in win over Team Clark
Napheesa Collier played the role of All-Star captain perfectly. First, she made all the right picks for her roster. Then she answered all …
Entertainment
Diana Ross at the Hollywood Bowl: The Measure of a Legend
At the Hollywood Bowl from July 25-26, Diana Ross did not merely rely on past titles, she embodied it.
Laterras R. Whitfield, Host of ‘Dear Future Wifey‘ Podcast, Announces Engagement
Laterras R. Whitfield, the creator and host of the award-winning "Dear Future Wifey" podcast, is engaged.
‘Slumlord Millionaire’ Explores Negative Effects of Gentrification
“Slumlord Millionaire” does an uncomfortable deep dive into the negative effects of gentrification, deed theft, and housing injustice in New …
Mike Clark Jr. Is the Soul of a New South
There’s something raw and real about Mike Clark Jr. that you don’t hear every day.
Sports
Drew League Showcases Global Athletes
The final weekend of regular play in the Drew League brought on competitive matchups. The first round of playoffs takes …
Student Athlete of the Week: Glorien Gough
Palos Verdes native Glorien Gough excelled on the club football team at Ohio State and walked onto the Buckeyes football …
Bubba Wallace overcame questions and doubts to end 3-year drought with 1st Brickyard 400 win
Bubba Wallace kisses the trophy after winning a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Indianapolis Motor …
Podcasts
Opinion
In This Moment of Crisis, the Receiver Must Protect Crime Victims— Not Undermine Their Rights
The recent announcement that the California Attorney General has placed the Los Angeles County Probation Department's juvenile division under receivership …
Exuberance in Heaven!!!
When you get into the habit of reading and studying the Holy Bible, I hope you find it as fascinating …
Just Get on the Train
I’ve reached an age where I deeply appreciate the wisdom of the elders who came before me. When I write …
Resistance to ICE Recalls Resistance to Slavery in the 1850s
David Huerta, Jason Cook, and the many thousands who are standing up to ICE in Los Angeles can draw courage …
Religion
Dr. Sims and Dr. O’Quinn Co-Author ‘Teaching Children and Youth the Ways of God’
Doris J. Sims, Ph.D., and Doretha A. O’Quinn, Ph.D. have come together to co-author “Teaching Children and Youth the Ways …
Words of the Week – Jesus vs. Cultural Tribalism
Our cultures are beautiful and robust; there is a time and place to show pride but it should never come …
From the Family of Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick
A statement from the family of the Rev. Dr. J. Benjamin Hardwick.
Faith Leaders Hope Bill Will Stop Loss of Clergy From Abroad Serving U.S. Communities
Faith leaders across the U.S. are hoping a bipartisan bill, recently introduced in the U.S. Senate and House, might finally …