Los Angeles Wave Newspaper Group

Cities take steps to develop more affordable housing

By Arnold Adler Contributing Writer DOWNEY — Plans are underway to encourage building affordable homes in Downey and neighboring cities…

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State legislation could hurt non-traditional charter schools

By 2 Urban Girls Contributing Writer INGLEWOOD — The COVID-19 pandemic brought about an unprecedented need to reimagine the education…

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Organization spreads the word about foster youth

By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer The Children’s Action Network is in the business of changing children’s lives. Using the power…

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Downey delays action on ‘hero pay’ for local employees

By Arnold Adler Contributing Writer DOWNEY — A proposal to require owners of large stores and pharmacies to provide “hero…

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Commerce motel converted to homeless housing

By Alfredo Santana Contributing Writer COMMERCE — A former motel that fell victim to the economic slowdown inflicted by COVID-19…

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Leimert Park merchants leader seeks united community

By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer LEIMERT PARK — Aminah Muhammad has been the owner and operator of Queen Aminah’s, a…

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Young people need protection that vaccination brings

By Dr. Jerry P. Abraham Guest Columnist California has made great strides in fighting the coronavirus pandemic. The state continues…

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MTA board plans free rides for low-income, students

Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board of Directors has tentatively advanced plans for a 23-month…

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Author pens book that spotlights ‘Moonlighting’ television series

BOOK CORNER By Marissa Wells Contributing Writer “Moonlighting: An Oral History,” by Scott Ryan, spotlights the behind-the-scenes story of the…

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Actions speak louder than words

PASTOR’S CORNER By Rev. O.L. Johnson Religion Columnist The phrase “talk is cheap” expresses a thought that I’m sure is…

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