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New initiative seeks to get unhoused veterans into shelter

Staff and Wire Reports LOS ANGELES — An initiative that originated from Mayor Karen Bass’ office will offer more resources…

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Blazes won’t destroy city’s spirit, Bass says

Wave Staff and Wire Reports LOS ANGELES — A series of wildfires — aided by Santa Ana wind gusts that…

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Nonprofit distributes backpacks for homeless on Skid Row

By Shirley Hawkins Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — Tamara G. Lewis remembers the incident as if it happened yesterday. “I…

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Magic, Denzel among freedom medal honorees

Wave Staff Report WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden presented 19 people with the Presidential Medal of Freedom during White House…

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THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: New D.A. is tough on crime but what about reform?

By Earl Ofari Hutchinson Contributing Columnist The day after New Year’s I received an email from the office of the…

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Inglewood lawmaker previews 2025 legislative agenda

By Emilie St. John Contributing Writer INGLEWOOD — Assemblywoman Tina McKinnor plans to introduce bills this legislative session designed to…

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THE Q&A: Bobby West to make rare appearance at the World Stage

By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer Jazz pianist Bobby West, who only comes to Los Angeles once a year, will make…

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STREET BEAT: ‘What do you expect from the Trump administration?’

Charles Wright Los Angeles “As far as politics in 2025, I think I’m looking forward to a lot of confusion.…

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August Wilson play earns 14 Image Award nominations

Wave Staff and Wire Reports HOLLYWOOD — Jan. 7 was a big day for legendary Black playwright August Wilson.  On…

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BILL VAUGHAN’S TASTY CLIPS: NAACP Image Awards announce nominations for 2025

By Bill Vaughan Entertainment Writer Cynthia Erivo, Keke Palmer, Kendrick Lamar, Kevin Hart and Shannon Sharpe have been nominated for…

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