By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer Alberto Retana is all in. As the president and CEO of Community Coalition, a nonprofit organization based in South Los Angeles […]
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Need $1,000 a month? County officials can help
Wave Staff and Wire Services LOS ANGELES — The application period is underway for Los Angeles County’s guaranteed income program, which will provide 1,000 randomly […]
‘Barbershop Lounge’ explores state of Black men in L.A.
Community Coalition event allows men to express themselves By Shirley Hawkins Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — When it comes to expressing opinions, the barbershop […]
Blacks still awaiting access to COVID-19 vaccinations
By Corey Matthews Guest Columnist The rollout for the COVID-19 vaccine has felt like a public health crisis in its own right. Misinformation and disinformation […]
Civic leaders seek equity in rescue fund relief
By Sue Favor Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — If local leaders have their way, funds from the American Rescue Plan will be funneled throughout […]
Local theaters strive to stay open amid new Inglewood venues
By Alysha Conner Contributing Writer INGLEWOOD — While the city continues to grow into a hot spot for sports and concerts, owners of smaller local […]
THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: A strong case for Biden and Bass
By Earl Ofari Hutchinson, Contributing Columnist There is one meeting, among many, I’ve had over the years with U.S. Rep. Karen Bass that always stands out. […]
NAJEE’S NOTES: The Karen Bass that I know
By Najee Ali, Contributing Writer Former Vice President Joe Biden, the presumptive Democratic nominee for president, will announce his selection for vice president next week and […]