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This Week in Black History
This Week in Black History
August 24, 1950 Chicago attorney and social worker Edith Sampson is named the first Black person to be appointed a…
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Sports
Legislature honors Lakers legend Michael Cooper
Former Los Angeles Lakers star Michael Cooper speaks at a reception for him at the California State Museum Aug. 5…
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Community
Sacramento State is home to first Black Honors College
The inaugural class of the Sacramento State Black Honors College, shown here along with campus and national leaders, was introduced…
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Entertainment
Actor Jay Ellis says writing memoir was ‘cathartic’
By Darlene Donloe Contributing Writer Actor Jay Ellis, best known for his role as “Lawrence” in the HBO hit series…
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Hollywood
Vince Vaughan receives star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Actor Vince Vaughan receives his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Aug. 12. The ceremony came two days before…
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John Grace
ON THE MONEY: Preparation beats prediction in endowment investments
While the extensive list of 401(k) options may seem daunting, it’s important to remember that you have the power to…
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Culver City
Leaders spread anti-hate message after school incident
Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell speaks at an Aug. 8 news conference outside El Marino Language School in…
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Community
400,000 students return to school at LAUSD campuses
Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendent Alberto Carvalho addresses students at the Girls Academic Leadership Academy in South Los Angeles…
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Community
Mayor Bass returns from Paris with Olympic flag
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and Olympic gold medal-winning gymnast Simone Biles hold the Olympic flag during the closing ceremonies…
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East Los Angeles
Latino political trailblazer Richard Alatorre dies
Former Los Angeles City Councilman and state Assembly member Richard Alatorre died Aug. 13 at the age of 81. He…
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