Each week, there is an overflow of news of interest to people living across the African Diaspora, but quite often these stories go unknown. Telling snapshots of the African-American stories […]
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Mayor-elect Karen Bass
Rep. Karen Bass (D-37) felt compelled to become mayor of Los Angeles. A native of the city — even though she had been spending a lot of time in Washington […]
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… And the votes are still being counted
OK, residents did their part and voted — whether by mail, by vote box, or in person — during Tuesday’s midterm elections. Now, for many races, it’s waiting time before […]
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Greenlining Institute increases its support for minority communities
The Greenlining Institute (GI) is helping to even the playing field for homeownership and pay equity while fighting against gentrification in South los Angeles and other underserved communities. South L.A. […]
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How the mainstream media framed race relations in the 1992 civil unrest
Tomorrow marks the 30th anniversary of the LA civil unrest, sparked by the acquittal of four White police officers – for the beating of 31-year old Black motorist Rodney King […]
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Legendary actor Sidney Poitier dies at 94
As waves of tributes continued to flow across social and legacy media honoring legendary actor Sidney Poitier, who broke color barriers when he became the first Black performer to win […]
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TOP OW COVERS OF 2021
Since its founding in 2004, OurWeekly covers have continued to provokethought. Last year’s editions featured the Biden-Harris team and theirinauguration, as well as a unique illustration contrasting ColinKaepernick’s taking a […]
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Year In Review
Each week, there is an overflow of news that happens in every corner of the nation which is of interest to people living across the African Diaspora. But quite often […]
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Tidings of joy 365 days of the year
Christmas is defined as an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, which was observed by the early church on Dec. 25. One of the most popular of the […]
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Fulfillment of a dream
South Bay trio turns youthful pastime into a viable business venture Childhood pastimes mold and shape us into the grown ups we eventually become. Most of us of course shed […]