When John Lewis left us July 17, editorials and columns paid tribute to his leadership, his courage, his moral example. The praise was well deserved. […]
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Conservancy keeps Baldwin Hills looking natural
By Darlene Donloe, Contributing Writer BALDWIN HILLS — When it comes to recreational activities, there is a lot to see and do in Baldwin Hills. From […]
Health Official Says Some Positive Data Seen In COVID-19 Stats
LOS ANGELES — Rising coronavirus cases and fatalities remain concerning — with four dozen more deaths confirmed July 23 — but there are signs Los […]
Leimert Park Woman Tells Tale Of Surviving COVID-19
LEIMERT PARK — While attending the annual weeklong National Brotherhood of Skiers summit in Sun Valley, Idaho, Feb. 29-March 7 Nyla Jefferson contracted COVID-19. At […]
Supervisors Vote To Establish Anti-Racist Policies
LOS ANGELES — The county Board of Supervisors voted unanimously July 21 to establish an antiracist policy for the county. Acting on a motion authored […]
‘A FITTING TRIBUTE:’ L.A. Should Create ‘John Lewis Square’ To Honor Rights Icon, Local Activist Says
LOS ANGELES — A local activist wants the city of Los Angeles to take immediate steps to honor civil rights icon John Lewis, who died […]
County To Spend $1.2 Billion In Coronavirus Relief
LOS ANGELES — The county Board of Supervisors voted July 21 to approve a spending plan for $1.22 billion in federal and state coronavirus relief […]
Coronavirus-Related Hospitalizations Continue Record Pace In County
LOS ANGELES — For the fourth time in the past week, Los Angeles County reported a record number of COVID-19 patients in area hospitals July […]
County closes three businesses for COVID-19 outbreaks
Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Insisting that compliance with health orders and infection-control measures will slow the spread of the coronavirus, Los Angeles County’s […]
Mike Tyson ready to fight again at 54
By Joseph Hammond, Urban News Service The most significant event in sports this year may be a boxing battle between two former champions in their 50s. […]