‘Dusty & Stones,’ an award-winning film about two country singers from the small African nation of Swaziland, opens in Laemmle Theaters Oct. 10. The film chronicles the journey of Gazi ‘Dusty’ Simelane and Linda ‘Stones’ Msibi on a 10-day road trip through the American South.
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Batman is first superhero with star of Walk of Fame
Batman and Burt Ward, who played Robin in the 1960s ‘Batman’ TV series, pose on the new Batman star that was unveiled Sept. 26 on Hollywood Boulevard. Batman is the first comic superhero to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Photo by Lorenzo Gomez
Ex-assistant sheriff to lead college police force
Wave Wire Services WHITTIER — Lakewood Mayor Todd Rogers has been named the first chief of Rio Hondo College’s Police and Campus Safety Department. The […]
BOOK CORNER: Author offers readers keys to real weight loss in book
By Marissa Wells Contributing Writer “Happy Life at a Healthy Weight: Creating a Shame Free, Healthy Relationship with Food and Life,” by Kay Loughrey, is […]
This Week in Black History
October 5, 1985 Grambling State defeats Prairie View A&M 27-7, giving Grambling coach Eddie Robinson 324 career victories in college football, breaking the legendary Paul […]
Health campaign highlights dangers of sugary drinks
The state Department of Public Health has launched a campaign to illuminate the risks of drinking sugar-sweetened beverages and the health benefits of hydrating with water. The campaign encourages families to make informed decisions about the drinks they choose and to be aware of the sugar content present in them.
Senate approves new federal judge
California Black Media WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate voted last week to confirm Judge Michelle Williams Court as judge for the Central District of California […]
Janet Jackson’s comments raise questions on blackness
Being Black in America, particularly in the context of descendants of chattel slavery, carries a specific historical and cultural meaning.
Homeboy Art Academy director wins national honor
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Fabian Debora, founder and executive director of the Homeboy Art Academy, has been selected as a 2024 National Endowment […]
Clifford Bell, producer of annual Streisand birthday party, dies
Wave Staff Report HOLLYWOOD — Clifford Bell, a 40-year show business veteran who directed and produced cabaret shows and concerts, has died. Bell, 68, died […]