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- Nate Holden, L.A. Councilman and California State Senator, Dies at 95 After Legendary Public Service Career
- Bishop Jawane Hilton Celebrates Launch of ‘Jesus Throughout the Day’ Devotional
- Grant AME Hosts Quarterly Dementia Friendly Worship Service
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- Morehouse College names Michigan public health dean as next president
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Kamasi Washington to Perform in LACMA’s New Geffen Galleries, June 26-28
Kamasi Washington will perform in the new David Geffen Galleries at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), at …
Karon Cash Turns Talent Into Stars at Wright Hands Management
“Talent without structure is wasted potential,” insists Karon Cash, founder and owner of Wright Hands Management, one of Los Angeles’s …
Trade Survival for Sustained Wellness with Dr. Armstrong at the ROOTED in Observation Retreat
Dr. Tina Armstrong, CEO and Founder of Living Connected Psychological, Inc., is a licensed clinical psychologist and retired Associate Professor …
Los Angeles Launches ‘Get in the Game LA’ Supplier Resource Hub
The Get in the Game LA Supplier Resource Hub, an online digital platform, launched on May 8 to equip regional small …
Anthony Anderson and Cedric The Entertainer Fire Up L.A. with AC Barbeque’s Grand Opening
Last week, longtime friends and entertainment icons Anthony Anderson and Cedric The Entertainer launched the grand opening of AC Barbeque, …
CSUDH President Thomas Parham Announces He Will Step Down at End of Year
Thomas A. Parham was appointed president of CSU Dominguez Hills in March 2018. During his tenure, CSU Dominguez Hills has …
Dawn Over ‘Dena: A Night Of Healing And Hope For Fire Survivors
The curtain will rise on a night of music, dance and unity at the AGBU Vatche and Tamar Performing Arts Center with …
Brotherhood Crusade’s Young Women’s Retreat Promotes Legacies and Sisterhood
Brotherhood Crusade recently hosted its 11th Annual Camp P.L.U.S. (Preserving Legacies and Uniting Sisterhood) Young Women’s Empowerment Retreat to provide …
Kendrick Lamar enters BET Awards with a leading 10 nominations for the ceremony’s 25th anniversary
FILE - Kendrick Lamar performs during halftime of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between …
Nate Holden, Former State Senator and L.A. Councilman, Passes at 95
The Honorable Nathaniel "Nate" Holden, former California State Senator and Los Angeles City Councilman, has passed away today, May 7, …
Fire Service Day & ECWA Wellness Event Returns to South LA with Helicopters, Free Resources, and Family Fun
On Saturday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Fire Service Day & ECWA Wellness Event will shut …
National News
Morehouse College names Michigan public health dean as next president
F. DuBois Bowman joined the University of Michigan School of Public Health as dean in 2018. …
Black Association of Documentary Filmmakers Presents 18th Annual ‘Day of Black Docs’
“Day of Black Docs Returns to Los Angeles with a Two-Day Celebration of Black Documentary Film and Music”
Political Playback: News You Might Have Missed – May 15
California Observes Third Annual …
Kendrick Lamar enters BET Awards with a leading 10 nominations for the ceremony’s 25th anniversary
FILE - Kendrick Lamar performs during halftime of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game between …
Entertainment
My Platinum Playlist’ Concert Felt Like Outside Karaoke
On Saturday, May 10 The Greek Theatre, which is located in Griffith Park, was filled with guests who all presumably …
‘Start of the Queendom’ Marks ‘Trayizon’s’ Bold Comeback
On May 2, Valleygurl Productions, in collaboration with AltaGrace Mardi Productions, Blac Mail Productions, and APLA Health Center, hosted the …
Genre-Jumping and High Note-Hitting Princess Fortier Won’t Be Boxed In
“I sing for my supper,” says Princess Fortier, the Los Angeles-based model, actress, and recording artist. “Country, opera, musicals, jazz, …
Black Stunt Performers React to Oscar’s Long-Awaited Recognition
As the Academy prepares to honor the art of stunt work for the first time in 2028, these performers are …
Sports
Cali War Dominates in Home Opener
The Cali War women’s tackle football team displayed their defensive skill in their 40-12 win over the Mile High Blaze. …
Student Athlete of the Week: Bobby Patton
Washington Prep junior Bobby Patton brought physicality and energy to the Generals football team. His passion helped the Generals reach …
LA Dodgers Foundation and SoCalGas Inspire Next Generation of STEM Professionals
Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) and the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) hosted an inspiring STEM event recently at SoCalGas’ Energy Resource …
UCLA Sweeps USC in Dual Meet
The UCLA Bruins men’s and women’s track and field teams defeated the USC Trojans in their Rivalry Dual Meet. Despite …
Podcasts
Opinion
“Wait”
Trust Him. Have faith in Him. All you need is faith the size of a mustard seed. And that little …
Women Who Dared
Women wear many hats and play countless roles in the lives …
Haji Malcolm, Liberation and the Cultural Revolution: Towards Radical Rupture with Captured Consciousness
In discussing the need for a cultural, psychological and philosophical return to Africa, Haji Malcolm addresses a third essential element …
Topsy Turvey Toxic Policy – Oppressed South Africans?
Critical thinking has taken a leave of absence. Reality is unreal. History is inverted, so the villains become the victims, …
Religion
Bishop Jawane Hilton Celebrates Launch of ‘Jesus Throughout the Day’ Devotional
Bishop Jawane Hilton celebrated his first official book signing for his new devotional, “Jesus Throughout the Day” on May 8 …
Grant AME Hosts Quarterly Dementia Friendly Worship Service
Grant AME Church will host its quarterly Dementia Friendly Worship Service on Sunday May 18, at 10 a.m., in the …
West Angeles COGIC, Wiley Center and Metro Partner for Autism Awareness Month Event
In celebration of Autism Acceptance Month, LA Metro partnered with the Wylie Center to host “Toys That Make Sense,” a …
First Lady Tenecia Sims Encourages Moms to Believe God in All Things
Tenecia R. Sims of Inglewood, California, is a powerful, anointed, and compassionate wife, mother, grandmother, and breast cancer survivor.