By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer HOLLYWOOD — The lack of Black hair and makeup artists working on television and film productions is an ongoing issue […]
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Jenesse Center works to combat domestic violence, hate
By Anita Bennett Contributing Writer CULVER CITY — One in five women and one in seven men across California will experience domestic violence at some […]
Sika, Godfather of Leimert Park, dies at 83
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer LEIMERT PARK — Three days after being recognized for his years of dedication to the Leimert Park community, Sika Dwimfo, […]
Texas man sentenced to prison for threats to Waters
Wave Staff and Wire Reports LOS ANGELES — A 61-year-old Texas man has been sentenced to nearly three years behind bars for making a series […]
Intersection renamed in honor of Sweet Alice Harris
Wave Wire Services WATTS — Longtime community activist “Sweet” Alice Harris was recognized June 17 as a local intersection was named in her honor. The […]
Open-street event comes to Western Avenue June 23
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — It’s that time of year again when local streets become devoid of cars and other motor […]
Lawmakers seek state help to keep maternity ward open
By Ray Richardson and Emilie St. John Contributing Writers SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Local lawmakers are asking the state to approve $25 million in supplemental […]
Civil rights icon Rev. James Lawson dead at 95
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — Tributes continue to pour in for the Rev. James Lawson Jr., an icon of the civil rights […]
The right notes?
Is music key to inspiring unity, fighting racial hatred? By Anita Bennett Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES – Whether it’s at a concert, a music festival, […]
Next chief should come from within, some say
By Ray Richardson Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — Support is growing among leaders in the Black community to urge Mayor Karen Bass and the Los […]