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January 28, 2026

‘Consistently kind, deeply loving’

By Stephen Oduntan Contributing Writer INGLEWOOD — Hundreds of mourners filled the streets surrounding Faithful Central Bible Church Jan. 23…

January 28, 2026

Lawmaker holds rally challenging ICE on shootings

By Bo Tefu Contributing Writer SACRAMENTO — Assemblyman Mike Gipson, D-Gardena, led a “Rallying for Justice” demonstration in Sacramento Jan.…

January 28, 2026

THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: ICE deadly force policy relies on agent’s judgement

By Earl Ofari Hutchinson Contributing Columnist “Officers may use deadly force only when the law enforcement officer has a reasonable…

January 28, 2026

Southland leaders blast Trump administration after latest death

Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Southern California leaders once again assailed the Trump administration after the fatal shooting of…

January 28, 2026

L.A. to spend $2.7 million to hire 130 more police

Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — The City Council approved spending nearly $2.7 million to hire an additional 130 Los…

January 28, 2026

Keeping people with pets can help L.A.’s housing crisis

By Elizabeth Aguilera Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — Jackie Parra sits at a card table outside the entrance to the…

January 28, 2026

Compton honors late official with intersection dedication

Wave Staff Report COMPTON — The city hosted an installation ceremony jan. 24 for Maxcy D. Filer Square. The…

January 28, 2026

$100 million in improvements planned for Exposition Park

Wave Staff and Wire Reports LOS ANGELES — Exposition Park is expected to receive nearly $100 million for beautification…

News

Nation / State

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Lawmaker holds rally challenging ICE on shootings

By Bo Tefu Contributing Writer SACRAMENTO — Assemblyman Mike Gipson, D-Gardena, led a “Rallying for Justice” demonstration in Sacramento Jan.…
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East Los Angeles

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Lynwood High reconstruction project hits milestone

Wave Staff Report LYNWOOD — The Lynwood Unified School District marked a major construction milestone Jan. 26 with a beam…
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Business

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Small business owners get tips on Olympic opportunities

Wave Staff Report EXPOSITION PARK — As the region prepares to host the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, state…
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Politics

Community

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Handcuffed at briefing, Padilla presses for visible ID in immigration enforcement

LOS ANGELES — One month after being handcuffed at a Department of Homeland Security press conference, U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla has introduced a new immigration enforcement transparency bill. The Democratic U.S. senator, one of two…
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June 19, 2025

California senator handcuffed at L.A. press event shares firsthand account
May 28, 2025

California lawmakers hear from NAACP, AKAs, Black women’s groups on reparations, voting rights and more
January 14, 2025

California Respects the Power of Your Vote
November 4, 2024

Can energy from Chicago propel Kamala Harris to the presidency?
April 25, 2024

GOP Latina or a Transgender Democrat?
April 11, 2024

That Was Then and This Is Now
April 11, 2024

The Steve Garvey Effect

Entertainment

Entertainment
MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Mercy’ is long on AI, short on everything else

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January 28, 2026

‘Sinners’ sets record with 16 Academy Award nominations
January 28, 2026

BEST OF TASTY CLIPS: Carl Weathers’ journey from ‘Rocky’ to the Walk of Fame
January 28, 2026

New studio campus opens in downtown Arts District
January 21, 2026

Actress Rachel McAdams gets star on Walk of Fame
January 21, 2026

BEST OF TASTY CLIPS: Vanguard winner David Alan Grier is in a sweet spot
January 15, 2026

Scottish actor Cumming honored on Walk of Fame

Sports

South Los Angeles

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Officials reveal competition schedule for 2028 Olympics

Mayor Karen Bass signs an executive directive last month streamlining processes to support the delivery of her vision for the…
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Community

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Dodgers fans crowd downtown to celebrate World Series

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts hold the Commissioner’s Trophy during the Dodgers victory parade Nov. 3 through downtown. The…
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Sports

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Dodgers celebrate World Series win with their fans

Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Tens of thousands of Dodger fans packed onto downtown sidewalks Nov. 1 — some…
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