Community Beat
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Judge allows drug store shooting lawsuit to move forward
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — A judge is allowing a lawsuit brought against Walgreens and other parties by the…
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Multiracial couple settles racial profiling suit with city
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — A settlement has been tentatively reached with the city of Los Angeles in a…
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Cities take steps to develop more affordable housing
By Arnold Adler Contributing Writer DOWNEY — Plans are underway to encourage building affordable homes in Downey and neighboring cities…
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Downey delays action on ‘hero pay’ for local employees
By Arnold Adler Contributing Writer DOWNEY — A proposal to require owners of large stores and pharmacies to provide “hero…
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Leimert Park merchants leader seeks united community
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer LEIMERT PARK — Aminah Muhammad has been the owner and operator of Queen Aminah’s, a…
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MTA board plans free rides for low-income, students
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board of Directors has tentatively advanced plans for a 23-month…
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County lifeguard stand marks new program for first responders
Wave Wire Service MARINA DEL REY — A brightly painted lifeguard tower adorned with hearts of various colors was officially…
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LA Pride planners announce schedule, seek volunteers
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — The organizers of LA Pride have announced more than 300 volunteer opportunities for June’s…
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Echo Park reopens after homeless evictions, cleanup
From Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Echo Park Lake reopened to the public May 26, two months after the…
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Bryan takes oath as new state Assembly member
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Educator and community organizer Isaac Bryan was sworn in to the Assembly at the…
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