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This Week in Black History
March 20, 1948 Los Angeles actor James Baskett becomes the first black man to receive an Academy Award when he wins an honorary Oscar for […]
Author writes new space opera series introducing “Junker Blues”
By Marissa Wells Contribuitng Writer Marcus Redding, a scavenger, finds a mysterious object in an ancient starship and is hounded by the gangsters of the […]
Downey, Norwalk seek ways to help local veterans
By Arnold Adler Contributing Writer DOWNEY — The City Council has formed a subcommittee to seek funds for affordable housing and has approved the formation […]
Pink’s names hot dog for late city councilman
Wave Wire Service LOS ANGELES — Pink’s Hot Dogs has introduced a “Mr. Los Angeles” hot dog named for Tom LaBonge, the former Los Angeles […]
West Hollywood officials reflect on COVID anniversary
Independent Staff Report WEST HOLLYWOOD — City officials are reflecting on the one-year anniversary of the coronavirus emergency in the city. The city issued a […]
One Warm Coat Doesn’t Leave Anyone Out In The Cold
MAKING A DIFFERENCE By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer According to the calendar, spring is just around the corner, which means a balmier climate is on […]
Black elected officials oppose Newsom recall
NAJEE’S NOTES By Najee Ali Contributing Writer Gov. Gavin Newsom may be in a fight for his political life as a recall effort led by […]
Inglewood Mayor suffers heart attack
By 2UrbanGirls Contributing Writer INGLEWOOD — Mayor James T. Butts Jr. reported suffered a heart attack March 8 while in his City Hall office. Upon […]
Compton schools welcomes back students
By 2UrbanGirls Contributing Writer COMPTON — The Compton Unified School District welcomed back some students for in-person instruction March 9, following reopening guidelines and protocols […]