By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer To look at and listen to Bessie White, one would never know her trials and tribulations. She tells all in […]
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This Week in Black History, December 10, 1984
Desmond Tutu, a South African archbishop known for his work as a human rights activist, received the Nobel Peace Prize at Oslo City Hall in […]
THE Q&A: Black women’s group advocates for healthy awareness
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — It’s been 17 years since Black Women for Wellness Los Angeles hung out its shingle with a […]
This Week in Black History, November 30, 1982 Michael Jackson releases his sixth solo studio album, “Thriller.” The album contains seven hit singles, including the […]
This Week in Black History, November 22, 1986
Mike Tyson knocks out Trevor Berbick in the second round to become the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history. Tyson was 20 years and four […]
South African writer adapts Coetzee novel for stage
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer Lara Foot is a multi-award-winning South African playwright, director and producer whose passion is works by new young writers and […]
This Week in Black History November 13, 1951
Janet Collins becomes the first black dancer to appear at the prestigious Metropolitan Opera in New York. Her journey is the subject of an animated […]
Dodgers celebrate World Series win with their fans
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Tens of thousands of Dodger fans packed onto downtown sidewalks Nov. 1 — some crawling atop bus stop shelters […]
Turning Point founder survived tough start to find success
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — Michelle Perkins, executive director of the Turning Point Alcohol & Drug Education Program in Los Angeles, will […]
Jazz trumpeter Rick Braun releases new Christmas album
By Darlene DonloeContributing WriterContemporary jazz trumpeter Rick Braun has been in the holiday spirit since early spring 2024.That’s when he put the majority of […]