A recent graduate of the Los Angeles Public Library’s online diploma program speaks at a graduation ceremony held for program participants. Library officials say almost 1,000 people have taken advantage of the program.
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State leaders react to Trump assassination attempt
Former President Donald Trump appears at the Republican National Convention July 15 with a bandaged ear following an assassination attempt on his life July 13. To his left is Republican Vice President nominee J.D. Vance.
State voters to decide on 10 ballot propositions
By Edward Henderson Contributing Writer SACRAMENTO — California voters will decide on 10 propositions that have qualified for the Nov. 5 general election ballot, Secretary […]
ANALYSIS: Near-assassination of Trump prompts sudden awareness of violence in U.S.
In the wake of the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, U.S. Rep. Maxine Waters says law enforcement doesn’t do enough to ‘serve and protect’ minority communities. Black community leaders have long for increased resources for law enforcement to battle criminal activity.
Mayor vetoes proposed measure on police discipline
Mayor Karen Bass has vetoed a proposed ballot measure that would change aspects of the Los Angeles Police Department’s disciplinary system. The City Council needs 10 votes to overturn the veto.
Jobs for Blacks exist in all business sectors today
According to CNBC, Black American spending power reached a record $1.6 trillion in 2021.
THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: District attorney race is crucial litmus test for Gascón
Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón is facing a tough fight for reelection against Nathan Hochman Nov. 5. Columnist Earl Ofari Hutchinson says that Gascón has been labeled soft on crime because of his approach to criminal justice reform.
Ground broken on Montebello grade separation project
Officials gathered July 10 to break ground on the Montebello Corridor Grade Separation Project that will replace a dangerous railroad crossing on Montebello Boulevard. The $220 million project is part of the Alameda Corridor-East Project undertaken by the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments.
Local official petitions Biden to give Lawson freedom medal
The Rev. James Lawson, who died last month at the age of 95, is being promoted by members of Congress to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Lawson was one of the leaders of the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 60s.
South L.A. hospital receives state funding to stave off closure
Dr. Elaine Batchlor, chief executive officer of Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital, speaks at a press conference last month seeking money from the state to keep the hospital’s maternity ward open.