More South Los Angeles residents will soon have a stable place to call home. Today, Eleos and Health Net marked the start of construction on a new 37-unit affordable housing community at 5637 S. Broadway in […]
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Posted inEntertainment, Local
Live Out L!ve’s ‘Set the Stage’ benefit concert returns
As we enter a new month, the Live Out L!ve Foundation closed out the month of February with its second “Set the Stage” benefit concert that took place on Feb. […]
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Dr. Cheryl P. Williamson talks NAACP Image Award nomination
This weekend the 57th NAACP Image Awards is taking place in Los Angeles. Ahead of the event, Dr. Chreyl P. Williamson, whose podcast “Ageless, Fearless, & Unscripted” was nominated for […]
Posted inGuest Opinions, Health
Revival in motion
Black History Month is a time of reflection, and each year I think about the legacy we carry. It’s a legacy deeply tied to the land. Long before “environmentalism” was […]
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Lawsuit filed against LAUSD
A lawsuit was filed against Los Angeles Unified on behalf of an autistic student who alleged he was bullied at a South Gate elementary school and that an effective safety […]
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Why clean roads & water are a health equity issue for Black Californians
Black History Month is a time to honor the brilliance and contributions of Black people across generations. It’s also a moment to reflect on how we carry that legacy forward […]
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California expands Mortgage Relief Program for fire survivors
A state mortgage relief program that has provided $20,000 in financial support to fire survivors in Southern California will be expanded to provide a full year of assistance up to […]
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‘It Comes in Waves’ to make its premiere at Pan African Film Festival
Fitch Jean, the founder and creative behind Exalta Productions, has been on a whirlwind of showcasing his new feature film, “It Comes in Waves,” which will make its premiere in […]
Posted inGovernment/Politics, Local Politics, National
NAACP calls on Gov. Newsom to veto Veterans Benefit Bill
As early as this week, Gov. Gavin Newsom could act on California Senate Bill (SB) 694, a measure approved by the Legislature that has reached his desk aimed at curbing […]
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Sen. Smallwood-Cuevas Joins Mayor Bass, South LA Leaders to celebrate Prophet Walker’s clemency
This past Saturday, Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas joined elected officials representing South Los Angeles in hosting a community celebration honoring Prophet Walker in recognition of his recent clemency and his remarkable […]