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Local News

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.

Black Former Teacher Alleges Termination Tied to Her Discrimination Complaints
A Los Angeles Unified School District school bus, Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023, in Los Angeles. (Aaron …

Celebration of Life Services Set for Community Leader Ozie Gonzaque
Celebration of Life services are planned for Ozie Gonzaque, a beloved community leader and former L.A. city commissioner.

Carson Councilman Jawane Hilton – An Advocate for Park Equity and Green Spaces for All
Carson Councilman Jawane Hilton explains about the importance of park equity, creating green spaces, and why accessibility and inclusivity for …

Average LA County Gas Price Drops To Lowest Amount Since Jan. 15
High gas prices are displayed at the United Oil gas station in Los Angeles on March …

Kamlager-Dove, L.A. Leaders Warn Defunding Planned Parenthood Would Spark Public Health Crisis
Los Angeles leaders are sounding the alarm on what they call a looming public health crisis if federal lawmakers succeed …

Black Men United and People’s Independent Church of Christ Bring Hope and Resources to the Crenshaw Community
Black Men United, in collaboration with World Vision, People’s Independent Church of Christ, and renowned television judge and social justice …

Compton Cowboy Kicks the Habit, Guides Youth to Follow
Compton Cowboy Keenan Abercrombia overcame a longtime smoking habit he began at age 10 and now mentors local youth to …

A Life Well Lived: Honoring Willie Charles Brown, Sr., Publisher of Inglewood Today
Willie Charles Brown, Sr., the longtime publisher of Inglewood Today, passed away on June 25 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. He …

Shar Jossell is Rewriting the Script On Her Own Terms
Shar Jossell is an award-winning journalist, culture critic, and the current president of the National Association of Black Journalists Los …
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

Concert Honors Barbara Morrison’s Legacy, Raises Funds to Complete Film on Legendary Vocalist
A concert to raise funds for post-production on the film, “BARBARA, Life is Music” will take place on Saturday, Aug. …

Micheaux Film Festival Seeks South L.A. Filmmakers and Thinkers
Noel Braham, co-founder of the Micheaux Film Festival, recently spoke about his newest film in post-production, “Angel City” and the …

As Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour draws to a close, Blue Ivy emerges as a star
“Who they came to see?” Beyoncé asks as she performs her 2023 single “My House” during the Cowboy Carter tour. For many, …

The Pharcyde Brings South Central Soul to The Ford for Labcabincalifornia’s 30th Anniversary
The Pharcyde, Labcabincalifornia, South Central Los Angeles, The Ford, Hollywood Hills, Imani, Slimkid3, Bootie Brown, Fatlip, Bizarre Ride II the …
Sports

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 …

Rams Offensive Players Continue to Evolve at Training Camp
As the Rams prepare schemes and strategies for the 2025 season, they find ways to boost competitiveness and team pride. …

Lewis, Vazquez Lead Twins in 10-7 Victory Over Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers looked to pick up another win over the Minnesota Twins after earning a 5-2 victory on …

Brewers Sweep Series Against Dodgers; Earning 6-5 Win on Sunday
The Milwaukee Brewers swept the Los Angeles Dodgers for the second time in two weeks, picking up their 10th consecutive …
Opinion

Our Streets, Our Lives: Why South LA Needs Speed Cameras Now
As a pastor who has served South Los Angeles for over 15 years, I’ve seen too much preventable tragedy on …

A Tribute to a Champion of Equality, Jewel Thais-Williams and the Catch One
Jewel Thais-Williams (May 9, 1939 – July 7, 2025) wasn’t just a club owner—she was an activist, a provider, a …

Denying Food Has Caused Misery by Recklessness
When Joe Biden defeated Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election, the change in administration provided our nation with a …

Surprise! I’m Back!
Many of us long for Jesus’ Second Advent — His return. I hope my writing reaches followers of Jesus, and …
Religion

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 …

Lewis Metropolitan CME Plans Pastor’s Appreciation
Lewis Metropolitan CME Church, 4900 S. Western Avenue, Los Angeles, California will celebrate Pastor’s Appreciation Day honoring Pastor Travis A. …

Rev. Dr. Arthur W. Chang Retiring from Founder’s Church
Rev. Dr. Arthur W. Chang, the longest serving Senior Minister in the history of Founder’s Church of Religious Science, is …