By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer CRENSHAW — Although hair salons and barbershops have been allowed to reopen for business in L.A. County, some Black establishments […]
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Attorney awaits sentencing for ‘lawyering while black’
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer For attorney Jaaye Person-Lynn, Jan. 10, 2019, was an unforgettable, life-changing day. It started out just like any other day, […]
Inglewood principal reportedly quits post
By 2UrbanGirls Contributing Writer INGLEWOOD — The principal of Centinela Elementary School has resigned, 2 Urban Girls has learned. Albert de Leon, who was placed […]
BILL VAUGHAN’S TASTY CLIPS: Macy Gray launches foundation for police brutality victims
By Bill Vaughan Entertainment Writer Like many in these times of unrest, Grammy Award-winning singer Macy Gray got tired of constant cases of inhumane treatment […]
Dodgers three wins away from elusive World Series title
SPORTS DIGEST By Don Wanlass Contributing Writer Will the third time be the charm for the Dodgers and their fans? After one game in the […]
Residents outraged over Exide bankruptcy plan
By Ashley Orona Contributing Writer VERNON — A federal court’s decision Oct. 16 to allow Exide to abandon its contaminated battery-recycling facility — putting taxpayers […]
West Hollywood seeks input on Hart Park improvements
Independent Staff Report WEST HOLLYWOOD — The city is seeking input from residents on site improvements for William S. Hart Park. The city will conduct […]
West Hollywood to offer drive-through trick-or-treating
NEWS ROUNDUP By Juliet Bennett Rylah Contributing Writer WEST HOLLYWOOD — The city will host a free drive-through trick-or-treating event for families from 2 to […]
Griffith Park mountain lion gets its own festival
Staff and Wire Reports LOS ANGELES — The National Wildlife Federation’s International Urban Wildlife Week began Oct. 17, with a weeklong series of online events […]
New book offers stories from perspective of children
BOOK CORNER By Marissa Wells “Long Tales for Short Tails: Lancie’s Lessons by Letter & Tales 4 Through 7,” by serial storyteller Duane Lance Filer, […]