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- Lula Washington Dance Theatre Marks 45 Years of Dance, Resistance, and Legacy at the Ford
- Jose Ugarte Takes Commanding Fundraising Lead in L.A. Council District 9 Race
- Eaton Fire Rebuild Senior Summit: Community Heals Community
- MAGA Recall Effort Fails Against Mayor Karen Bass
- Plum, Jackson Lead the Way in 100-91 Victory over Fever
- Dodgers Feilding Dominate Blue Jays 5-1
- Protections of the Voting Rights Act are under threat as the law marks its 60th anniversary
- Artifacts in US museums explain the outsized role of racism in the nation’s history
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Local News
Feds Slash AmeriCorps Funds; California Steps Up to Save Youth-of-Color Programs
“Although we had to reduce the number of mentors we can have this year, we’re still taking on that work,” …
Giving A Mother’s Love One Backpack and Program at a Time
A Mother’s Love, Back to School giveaway, free giveaway, Tiffany Johnson, Del Aire Baptist Church, Luzinger High School, Hawthorne, Panda …
GLAAACC Ed Fund Scholarships Makes College Dream A Reality
While there has been progress in college enrollment for Black students, significant gaps remain in graduation rates compared to their …
It’s Bigger Than Us Holds 6th Annual Back to School Festival
It's Bigger Than Us (IBTU) brought their 6th Annual Back 2 School Festival to the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Mall with …
Trash, Bulky Items Fee Hike Proposed; Webinar Set for Aug. 27
LA Sanitation and Environment (LASAN) is proposing increases to the city’s residential trash and bulky item collection fees for the …
SoCal Black Workers Hub Presents 2nd Annual Black August Celebration, Aug. 13
The SoCal Black Worker Hub (SCBWH) and the organizations’ California Black Worker Outreach Project (CWOP) will host the 2nd annual …
Lula Washington Dance Theatre Marks 45 Years of Dance, Resistance, and Legacy at the Ford
From their studio on Crenshaw Boulevard to international stages, the Lula Washington Dance Theatre has held fast to its mission …
Jose Ugarte Takes Commanding Fundraising Lead in L.A. Council District 9 Race
Jose Ugarte has emerged as the clear frontrunner in the race for Los Angeles City Council District 9, pulling in …
Eaton Fire Rebuild Senior Summit: Community Heals Community
Nearly eight months after the devastating Altadena wildfire, recovery can still feel out of reach for many, especially older adults …
MAGA Recall Effort Fails Against Mayor Karen Bass
Right wing Republicans filed a recall petition against Mayor Karen Bass this past February and on Aug. 4, it totally …
LACo to Consider Ordinance Capping Allowable Temperatures in Rental Units
LOS ANGELES (CNS) - All rental housing units in unincorporated partsof …
National News
Protections of the Voting Rights Act are under threat as the law marks its 60th anniversary
FILE - North Dakota Democratic Rep. Collette Brown is seen on May 1, 2025, during a …
Artifacts in US museums explain the outsized role of racism in the nation’s history
DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) — Museums across the U.S. are displaying artifacts that represent and reflect landmark events of the Civil …
Political Playback: News You Might Have Missed – August 7
Gov. Newsom: California Won’t Sit Idle While Texas ‘Games the System’ in Redistricting Battle …
Former New York prison guard sentenced to 15 years for beating death of inmate
FILE - Correctional officer Christopher Walrath, center, appears in Oneida County Court, Monday, May 5, 2025, …
Entertainment
BHERC Plans 32nd Annual Sistas Doin’ It For Themselves Short Film Festival
The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) will host the 32nd Sistas Are Doin’ It For Themselves Short Film …
John Legend, George Lopez, and Allyson Felix Inspire at 2025 Social Impact Summit
Legend also credited the women in his life for shaping his worldview: his grandmother, Elmira Lloyd; his mother, Phyllis Stephens; …
Commendable and Compelling “Ballard” Is Must-See TV
Actress Courtney Taylor, star of “Ballard” (Prime Video)at the series red carpet premiere. (JC Olivera for …
Geneisha Davis Is Done Playing It Small. She’s Choosing Faith Over Fear.
Geneisha Davis is an Arkansas-born actress, writer, and director building a purposeful career in film through storytelling anchored in care, …
Sports
Plum, Jackson Lead the Way in 100-91 Victory over Fever
Kelsey Plum had 25 points and 11 assists, Rickea Jackson added 25 points and the Los Angeles Sparks captured their …
Dodgers Feilding Dominate Blue Jays 5-1
The Dodgers thwarted the strong batting of the Toronto Blue Jays 5-1 in the first game of their three-game series. …
Sharpshooting Sparks Eclipse Sun 102-91
The Los Angeles Sparks have won eight of their last nine games after defeating the Connecticut Sun 102-91. This game …
APGA Tour Brings Competition to Los Angeles
The APGA hosted its annual Juneteenth classic golf tournament at Chester Washington golf course, honoring the history of the venue.
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Opinion
The One
To all those worshipping other gods—prepare yourselves. When the truth is fully revealed, many will be shocked, disillusioned, and even …
Truth Wrapped in Grace
Remember to have friends, you must be more than just friendly, you must be a true friend. Are you willing …
Uplifting, Understanding and Honoring Black August: Foregrounding the Practice and Promise of Resistance
And so, we welcome August and each month, raising the battle cry, “Everywhere a battleline; every day a call to …
Punk or Politician—Or Are They One and the Same?
I recently read an article titled “Hot mess: Multiple senators quietly quitting over growing frustration with Trump.” It laid out …
Religion
Emmanuel Church of God in Christ Celebrates 100th Anniversary
It is with great excitement, anticipation, and joy that Emmanuel Church of God in Christ (COGIC), under the leadership of its …
Second AME Church of Los Angeles Holds 117th Anniversary Service
The Rev. Dr. Kelvin T. Calloway will be the guest preacher as Second African Methodist Episcopal Church marks its 117th …
Bishop and Lady Washington Observe 56th Pastoral Anniversary
Bishop Sylvester Washington and First Lady Earlee Washington will celebrate 56 years as the spiritual leaders of Pleasant Hill Baptist …
First Ladies Health Initiative: Messages of Physical and Spiritual Health Can Come From the Same Pulpit
The First Ladies Health Initiative (FLHI) is committed to solving healthcare disparities in underserved communities, through partnerships with more than …