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New Autry Museum Black cowboys exhibit reveals 25% of American West trailblazers were African American

LOS ANGELES — An exhibit showcasing the rich history and contributions of Black cowboys in the American West is now…

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Inside the latest fallout from ongoing immigration raids across Los Angeles

SOUTHEAST LOS ANGELES — Many of the cities in this part of Los Angeles County continue to be impacted by…

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Are immigrants a problem in this country?: Street Beat

The debate over immigration continues to shape the national conversation in 2025, with passionate voices on all sides. As the…

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L.A. unveils Juneteenth art inspired by ‘Sugar Shack’ and celebrates with Black national anthem

LOS ANGELES — The City Council celebrated Juneteenth a day early with a musical performance in chambers June 18 and…

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As ICE raids escalate, Black Angelenos debate solidarity with Latino immigrants

LOS ANGELES — As many as 30,000 protesters — predominantly Latino — descended on downtown June 14 for the No…

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Wellington Webb’s 1991 election made history as Denver’s first Black mayor: This Week in Black History

On June 18, 1991, Denver voters made history by electing Wellington Webb as the city’s first African-American mayor. Webb’s victory…

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California senator handcuffed at L.A. press event shares firsthand account

WASHINGTON — Five days after he was forcibly removed from a West Los Angeles news conference being held by U.S.…

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After No Kings Day, L.A. weighs protest’s impact and response

LOS ANGELES — Police arrested 38 people were during the No Kinds Day protest in downtown Los Angeles June 14,…

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Compton College nursing grads mark milestone amid L.A. nurse shortage

COMPTON — Compton College celebrated its newest nursing graduate students with a pinning ceremony June 11 for 30 graduating students.…

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California insurance crisis reshapes commissioner race as longtime legislator steps in: The Q&A

GARDENA — Former state Sen. Steven Bradford surprised some political insiders in May when he withdrew his candidacy for lieutenant…

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