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Local News

Forever Caring: Gathering on Sept. 6 Showcases How Adult Day Health Care Helps Seniors Thrive
Forever Caring Adult Day Health Care Center will present a Community Health Gathering on Saturday, Sept. 6, in South Los …

PAFF Artfest Returns to Baldwin Hills Crenshaw with Summer Showcase
The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF), the largest Black film and arts festival in the United States, presents …

L.A. Sanitation and Environment Helps Mothers In Action Get Kids Ready for School
L.A. Sanitation & Environment Community Services Group (LASAN CSG) helps community organizations like Mothers In Action (MIA) in their back-to-school …

Roman’s Global Foundation Redefines How Communities Access, Engage, and Interpret Art
Since 2019, Roman Combs has dedicated his professional career to philanthropy and being of service to his community through his …

Los Angeles’ First Black Mayor’s Residence Designated Historic-Cultural Monument
Recently, Councilwoman Heather Hutt and the Getty held a series of plaque unveiling ceremonies celebrating three newly designated historic-cultural monuments …

Mayor Bass, LAFD Outline City Actions to Keep Angelenos Safe Ahead of Expected High Temperatures
Mayor Karen Bass, LAFD Interim Fire Chief Ronnie Villanueva and other city leaders outlined actions on August 19 that city …

Avoid Scams – How to Pay When Buying From Someone You Don’t Know
It’s important for people to understand that how they pay matters, especially when buying something from someone they don’t know …

Wells Fargo Donates Car to Inglewood Vet Who Continues to Serve Others
Inglewood resident Paul Chapman received a brand new, payment-free Bronco Sport from Wells Fargo Bank.

McDonald’s Sponsors Haircuts and Hair Braiding at Backpack Giveaway and Health Fair
Free haircuts, hair braiding, and health services were available for students and families at the 4th Annual Backpack Giveaway and …

Altadena Residents Gather for Soil Testing Town Hall
The Soil Testing Town Hall, presented by LA Fire Justice, was a community coming together to take control of its …

After Fatal Crash, Price Allocates $385K for Signal at Vernon-Wadsworth Avenues
In the wake of a fatal crash that claimed the life of a local sixth-grader, Los Angeles Councilmember Curren Price …
National News

Supermarket gunman who targeted Black people wants charges dropped, says grand jury was too white
FILE - Payton Gendron, center, listens as he is sentenced, Feb 15, 2023, in Buffalo, N.Y. …

Former Little League star Mo’ne Davis to try out for new women’s pro baseball league
FILE - Former Hampton infielder Mo'ne Davis (3) fields a ground ball and throws to first …


Rep. Jolanda Jones: ‘We’re Not Going Anywhere’ as Texas Democrats Fight Racial Gerrymandering
By Stacy M. Brown Black Press USA Senior National Correspondent Texas State Rep. Jolanda Jones said …
Entertainment

Faith, Frequency, and Fire: How Angela Jollivette is Rewriting the Soundtrack of Culture
Angela Jollivette’s journey has always been guided by the belief that music should do more than fill space; it should …

Why the ‘Self-Made’ Story Is Not the Truth
We love the “self-made” story. It’s the tale we’ve been told for …

Ivy Coco on Legacy & Vision
Ivy Coco is the founder of The Ivy Styles, co-founder of WalkGood L.A., creative director for The House of Ivy …

Vainayaki’s Artistry: A Model for Education and Inspiration
“Vainayaki” is a millennial violinist whose artistic journey has become a source of inspiration and education for others.
Sports

Bennett Throws Three Scores; Rams Edge Chargers 23-22 in Week 2 Preseason Thriller
Los Angeles Rams backup quarterback Stetson Bennett showed flashes of greatness, just as he did while winning two national championships …

LA Olympics to sell naming rights to some venues for 2028
Organizers of the Los Angeles Olympics will sell naming rights for a handful of its venues in deals expected to …

Nick Hamilton: Building Nitecast Media Through Resilience and Relentless Vision
Nick Hamilton, founder and CEO of Nitecast Media, continues to break barriers in sports and entertainment …

Student Athlete of the Week: Jada Kindle
Jada Kindle was the team captain of the Crenshaw girls basketball team during the 2024-2025 season. Kindle aspires to be …
Opinion

God’s Master Plan: Dressed for Success, Part 2
Do you know who you are if you are a believer in Christ? Did you know that our Lord had …

What is Your Signature Method Program
Recently, I was reading an article from the Tory Burch Foundation (TBF) newsletter that said if you are an entrepreneur …

Finally, Trump is also testing the water with the courts, with Congress and the American people in terms of how …

What’s In a Word
Isn’t it interesting that we give others the power to name things for us and we concede sometimes consciously and …
Religion

A Lineage Rooted in Christ – Reverend Ann Champion Shaw’s Journey to FAME
The Reverend Ann Champion Shaw’s journey is deeply rooted in the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church.

Harmony M.B. Church Salutes Faithful Members Ages 90+
The long dedication of five faithful members will be recognized by Dr. Harold T. Johnson, senior pastor, and the congregation …

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 …