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NIKKI GIOVANNI 1943-2024
NIKKI GIOVANNI 1943-2024 Princess of Black poetry dies of cancer at age 81 By Cynthia Gibson Contributing Writer Renowned poet,…
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Genius of Luther Vandross captured in Grammy exhibit
By Shirley Hawkins Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — An exhibit celebrating the life and legacy of singer Luther Vandross is…
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Black media key to fighting hate in U.S., leaders say
By Barrington M. Salmon Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — A robust and trusted independent media will be critical to navigating…
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South L.A. gets $20 million for jobs and health
Wave Staff Report LOS ANGELES — A $20 million federal investment from the Environmental Protection Agency will fund an ambitious…
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Watts water crisis compared to Flint, Michigan
By Stephen Oduntan Contributing Writer WATTS — Local residents, including children and senior citizens, are grappling with a growing crisis…
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Nonprofit group hosts fall festival in Hyde Park
By Shirley Hawkins Contributing Writer HYDE PARK — Residents of this South Los Angeles community were treated to a fall…
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LA Wave, Jenesse to sponsor forum on fighting hate
Wave Staff Report LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Wave and Jenesse Center will host an online Town Hall discussion…
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New BOOST program to support students in health care
By Stephen Oduntan Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — A program that will provide $1,000 a month for 250 students in…
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Ridley-Thomas to ask court to reverse fraud convictions
Wave Wire Services PASADENA — Former Los Angeles County politician Mark Ridley- Thomas is expected to ask a federal appeals…
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ANALYSIS: Can we survive Trump-fueled hate over next 4 years?
Yes, some activists say. The prescription is as old as the Black struggle itself By Janice Hayes Kyser Contributing Writer LOS…
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