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USC renames athletic field in honor of Allyson Felix
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer Allyson Felix, the most decorated track and field athlete in the history of the Olympics…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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