Community Beat
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Memorial Day ceremony goes on after veterans statue vandalized in Paramount
PARAMOUNT — In one of numerous Memorial Day events held around the Southland May 26, the Paramount Elks Club’s annual…
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L.A. wildfire victims left waiting as refund checks bounce back — county blames invalid addresses
Many Los Angeles County wildfire victims are still waiting for property tax refunds as checks meant to provide relief are…
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Jack Kent Cooke scholarship awarded to standout community college student at ELAC
MONTEREY PARK — An East Los Angeles College student has been named a 2025 Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholar.…
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California lawmakers hear from NAACP, AKAs, Black women’s groups on reparations, voting rights and more
SACRAMENTO — Several influential, Black-focused organizations from across California convened in May 19 to engage with elected officials and lobby…
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South L.A. Black churches, NAACP to protest Trump bill targeting Medicare, Medicaid
A mural on Los Angeles’ Crenshaw Blvd. Community organizations and religious leaders in South Los Angeles are organizing a demonstration…
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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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