By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer Allyson Felix, the most decorated track and field athlete in the history of the Olympics was honored by her alma […]
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This Week in Black History
April 13, 1964 At the 36th Academy Awards program, Sidney Poitier receives the Oscar for best actor for his role in “Lilies of the Field.” […]
THE Q&A Robey Theatre to celebrate Paul Robeson’s birthday
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer Paul Robeson was a commanding figure. Often called a Renaissance man, Robeson’s designations were vast and impressive. He was a social […]
SPORTS DIGEST: Lakers, Clippers clinch berths in Play-in Tournament
By Don Wanlass Contributing Writer With three games remaining in the NBA regular season, the Lakers and Clippers are tied for sixth place in the […]
This Week in Black History
April 8, 1974 Hank Aaron of the Atlanta Braves hits the 715th home run of his career off Al Downing of the Los Angeles Dodgers, […]
THE Q&A Rocket scientist, educator wife to speak at area college
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer The tag “dynamic duo” is not reserved just for superheroes. It accurately describes professor Hildreth “Hal” Walker, Jr. and his […]
SPORTS DIGEST: New season begins on heels of World Baseball Classic
By Don Wanlass Contributing Writer The 2023 Major League Baseball season hits the ground under a full head of steam March 30 with all 30 […]
This Week in Black History
April 2, 1855 John Mercer Langston was elected clerk of the township of Brownhelm, Ohio. He is considered to be the first African-American elected to […]
SPOTLIGHT ON L.A.: South LA Café serves up coffee with a cause
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Joe Ward-Wallace just wanted a hangout spot. He wanted to be able to go somewhere close […]
SPORTS DIGEST: UCLA battles Gonzaga in epic Sweet 16 matchup
By Don Wanlass Contributing Writer For the third year in a row Mick Cronin has coached the UCLA basketball team into the Sweet 16. And […]