Community Beat
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Compton High School reopens with new campus, Dr. Dre-funded arts center
A mural at the reopened Compton High School of Andre “Dr. Dre” Young Compton High School has reopened on a…
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Charles Rangel, Harlem’s political icon, remembered for 46 years of service and fight for justice
NEW YORK — Funeral services are pending for Charles Rangel, who represented Harlem and other parts of New York City…
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Soulful Steps line dancing brings South LA together with moves, music and community spirit
SOUTH LOS ANGELES — When a person attends a J and J Soulful Steps dance class, they can look…
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Freddie Roach honored as Hollywood names Wild Card Boxing Club location ‘Freddie Roach Square’
HOLLYWOOD — The strip mall where the Wild Card Boxing Club is located has been designated as Freddie Roach Square…
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West Hollywood city manager’s retirement announcement sparks search for new leader
WEST HOLLYWOOD — City Manager David Wilson has announced he plans to retire early next year. Wilson made the announcement…
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Judge orders youth transfer from Los Padrinos after ‘gladiator fights’
LOS ANGELES — A judge has approved plans by the county Probation Department to draw down the number of youth…
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Leimert Park Jazz Festival event spotlights women in jazz with Regina Carter
LOS ANGELES — Women, and all that jazz. That’s the focus of the Leimert Park Jazz Festival presents Narratives &…
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New South L.A. bike path connects to Inglewood with 5.5-mile Rail to Rail corridor
SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Dignitaries and community members used their bikes or feet May 17 to celebrate the opening of…
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Former Inglewood police officer sues city for discrimination and retaliation
INGLEWOOD — A former Inglewood police officer has filed a lawsuit against the city alleging discrimination and retaliation. Marcco Ware’s…
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LA Mayor Karen Bass signs order to increase film and TV production in Los Angeles
Wave Staff and Wire Reports LOS ANGELES — Mayor Karen Bass issued an executive order May 20 directing city departments…
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