HIV and its effects on African Americans are growing topics of conversation in the Black community. People living with HIV, those who are at risk, and organizations are coming together […]
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Covered California opens enrollment
With the federal government shutdown now in its second month, Covered California officials are warning that nearly two million residents who rely on federal tax credits to keep their coverage […]
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Hundreds of USC Keck nurses are striking
Hundreds of unionized Keck Medicine of USC nurses will walk off the job and onto the picket lines on Thursday amid contract talks. Registered nurses at Keck Hospital of USC […]
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Californians get candid about domestic violence in new report
A new domestic violence research study was released by the Blue Shield California Foundation. The report titled “Californians’ Needs and Experiences with Domestic Violence, Equity, and Safety” was released on […]
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Millions face threats to healthcare
For years, Los Angeles-based painter Mia Gardner has relied on side jobs and part-time work to keep her art career afloat. But lately, her biggest challenge hasn’t been finding inspiration […]
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Federal government shutdown threatens Headstart programs
A total of 134 Head Start programs in California and across the country will not receive their operational funding if the federal government shutdown extends beyond Nov. 1 These early-learning […]
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Bass to consider improvements to LAPD Mental Health Unit following audit
City officials are moving forward today with a review of potential improvements to the Los Angeles Police Department’s mental health response team following a performance audit that found officers were […]
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Cancer and Black mortality rates
As the world acknowledges Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Our Weekly examines the full scope of how cancer impacts the Black community. Cancer has long affected the Black community, which has […]
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Black Women for Wellness address breast health disparities
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, more than 200 women came together on Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025, for Black Women for Wellness’ (BWW) 3rd Annual Bra Party. The event, […]
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Gov. Gavin Newsom announces affordable insulin
California has become the first and only state to make its own affordable insulin, with the medication expected to be available for purchase starting Jan. 1., Gov. Gavin Newsom announced […]
