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Local News
Tax Day for L.A. County Moved to Oct. 15
All residents and businesses in Los Angeles County have until Oct. 15 to file their taxes and make tax payments. …
Final Day to Opt In or Out of Free Wildfire Debris Removal – Tuesday, April 15
Tuesday, April 15 is the deadline for Los Angeles County property owners to opt in or out of a free …
Alzheimer’s Los Angeles Wants to Educate the Black Community About Alzheimer’s Disease
According to the National Institute on Aging website, through research participation, African Americans are less likely to be diagnosed with …
Walter and Lillie Saulsberry Celebrate 86th Birthdays and 55 Years of Marriage
Walter and Lillie Saulsberry celebrated their 86th birthdays and 55th wedding anniversary at a surprise family gathering in South Los …
Ladylike Foundation Celebrates New Headquarters in South Los Angeles
The Ladylike Foundation, led by its visionary founder Leah Pump, celebrated a monumental milestone on March 29, with the grand …
Longwood Writers Workshop Hosts Book Launch for Debut Anthology ‘A Gathering of Voices’
On Saturday, April 19, 2025, at 3 p.m., the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center will host the six distinguished voices …
Mayor Bass Appoints New Deputy Mayor For Public Safety
Mayor Karen Bass has appointed Robert Clark as deputy mayor for public safety after he spent 22 years as an …
Los Angeles Honors Service of Dr. Va Lecia Adams Kellum
Dr. Va Lecia Adams Kellum has announced her intention to step down as CEO of the Los Angeles Homeless Services …
BBA Hosts Salute to Black Women’s Conference, Celebrating Leadership and Resilience
This year’s theme, "Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations," underscored the contributions of Black women in shaping industries, …
Joe Harris, believed to be the oldest surviving WWII paratrooper, has died
By HALLIE GOLDEN Associated Press Sgt. Joe Harris, believed to be the oldest surviving World War II paratrooper and a …
Will Smith gets a street named in the Philadelphia neighborhood where he was born and raised
Will Smith holds up a street sign during a ceremony to name a street after him …
National News
African American Mayors Set to Convene in Nation’s Capital for Landmark Conference
Hundreds of city leaders are expected to attend, representing more than 500 African American mayors who serve over 25 million …
Judge refuses to dismiss Central Park Five’s defamation case against President Trump
By MARC LEVY Associated Press FILE - This combination of file photo shows, clockwise from top …
Lawsuit alleging environmental racism in Louisiana parish allowed to proceed, federal court says
FILE - Myrtle Felton, from left, Sharon Lavigne, Gail LeBoeuf and Rita Cooper, members of RISE …
Henry Louis Gates Jr. goes from host to guest on PBS’ ‘Finding Your Roots’
This image released by PBS shows actor Laurence Fishburne, left, with Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr., …
Entertainment
‘Magic in The Air’ Tells History of the Slam Dunk
The book “Magic in the Air” shows the impact that the slam dunk had on basketball. “Magic in the Air” …
Ryan Hicks Champions Youth Through Ballin’ For Peace
In a world where headlines often highlight the negative, Ryan Hicks is determined to be a source of hope and …
Skye Townsend Steps Behind the Camera for “Mother-in-Law”
On March 20th, National Lampoon teamed up with Running Point Productions to release Mother-in-Law, a 10-minute dark comedy short film …
Ice Cube Immortalized in Cement Outside TCL Chinese Theatre
Ice Cube added to his list of honors Tuesday, April 15 when he placed his hand- and footprints in cement …
Sports
Sparks Invest in Culture and Championship DNA with 2025 WNBA Draft Class
The Los Angeles Sparks made a statement in the 2025 WNBA Draft—not just about their roster needs, but about the …
Basketball Classic at John Muir High School Empowers Youth to Go to College
The 11th annual Brandon Jackson Memorial Scholarship and Basketball Classic will aid scholars and help the community. The classic will …
‘Magic in The Air’ Tells History of the Slam Dunk
The book “Magic in the Air” shows the impact that the slam dunk had on basketball. “Magic in the Air” …
Student Athlete of the Week: Sarrel Howard
Inglewood junior Sarrel Howard helped the Sentinels football team have a contending season. His contributions as a defensive end and …
Opinion
Black Man And Woman Rising And Raising: Living Our Lives In Love And Struggle
There is always and forever a need for love, and the joy, beauty and other good that comes from love. …
Marvin Sapp said, ‘Close the Doors.’ I say, ‘Open the Doors’
By now, most of you have heard about or saw the clip that went viral of Marvin Sapp while speaking …
Are We There Yet?!
The children are in the station wagon, jumping up and down, screaming with joy. Mom and Dad are happy too. …
Wendy’s Window
In the Christian faith, there are a few times during the year when we celebrate the milestones of our belief. …
Religion
Cory Henry Brings Grammy-Winning Gospel Soul to Inglewood for Easter Celebration
On Easter Sunday, April 20, Grammy-winning artist Cory Henry returns to his spiritual roots at The Miracle Theatre in Inglewood …
CeCe Winans Ministers on ‘American Idol’s Easter Special’
This Easter Sunday, April 20, 17-time Grammy-winning vocalist and Gospel music icon CeCe Winans is set to minister on "American …
West Angeles COGIC Hosts Sensory Toy Giveaway to Support Families with Autism
The First Annual “Toys that Make Sense” Giveaway for 250 families of children with autism will take place on Saturday, …
Retirement Celebration Set for Dr. Austin F. Williams
The Rev. Dr. Austin F. Williams, pastor of True Vine Baptist Church, is retiring from pastoral ministry after more than …