A crane lifts the final beam as part of a ‘topping-out’ ceremony Oct. 10 marking a major step toward completion of the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center in Exposition Park. The space center will be an exhibit hall that is part of the California Science Center. It houses the 122-foot-high Space Shuttle Endeavour.
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Award-winning drill team appears on Jennfer Hudson Show
The 50-member Sophisticated Sounds and Steppers Drill Team and Drum Squad, a Compton-based group, recently appeared on ‘The Jennifer Hudson Show.’The group has been winning trophies since 2004.
Legislator says state ports need dedicated budget funds
By Antonio Ray Harvey Contributing Writer SACRAMENTO — A Southland legislator says the state must provide ports within the state permanent funding for them to […]
Program seeks to help small businesses secure contracts
Mayor Karen Bass, center, hosted a supplier diversity summit at the Convention Center Oct. 10 at which she announced a new program intended to help businesses secure contracts at upcoming sporting events. Also taking part in the summit were actress Jessica Alba, left, and Eric Smith, vice chairman of BMO.
STREET BEAT: ‘Are you motivated to vote this year?’
Shawn LaVoy Los Angeles “Not really. These aren’t the two candidates I would’ve chosen, but this is what we got. Al Sekhon Inglewood “Honestly, I’m […]
Funeral service held for TV newsman Warren Wilson
Pallbearers carry the casket of longtime television newsman Warren Wilson out of First AME Church after funeral services Oct. 12. Wilson, who worked for KNBC and KTLA during a career that spanned more than 40 years, died Sept. 27 at the age of 90.
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Balancing politics and friendship in an election year
My friendships aren’t just built on politics — they’re built on shared experiences, history and trust.
New project targets Black maternal death rate
A pregnant woman undergoes an examination by her doctor. The state of California has launched an initiative aimed at reducing the maternal mortality rate by 50% by 2026.
Spirit Awakening to hold annual fundraiser Oct. 18
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer Akuyoe Graham speaks unequivocally about the work that’s being done through the Spirit Awakening Foundation, an organization she founded 30 […]
Veteran actor enjoys roles in August Wilson plays
Alex Morris, seated in background, plays the role of Doaker Charles in August Wilson’s ‘The Piano Lesson’ at A Noise Within in Pasadena through Nov. 10. In foregrouns is A. Kai Early.