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Lady Aztecs headed to Super Regionals

May 23, 2023 | Los Angeles, Sports, Valleys

The San Diego State softball team homered three times to rally for a 6-3 victory over Liberty Sunday afternoon and claim the NCAA Los Angeles Regional at Easton Stadium.

Lady Bruins Highlight PAC-12 Post Season Awards

May 18, 2023 | Los Angeles, Sports, Valleys

UCLA’s Maya Brady was voted Pac-12 Player of the Year and is conference batting champion with a .451 average for the campaign. Teammate Megan Faraimo earned Pac-12 Pitcher of the Year honors. Jordan Woolery was named Conference Freshman of the Year; and Bruin head coach Kelly Inouye-Perez claimed Pac-12 Coach of the Year accolades.

10 Quotes: Malcolm X Talks Justice, Equity and Inclusion

May 17, 2023 | Bakersfield, Los Angeles, Valleys

Malcolm X, originally known as Malcolm Little, was born 98 years ago on May 19, 1925. He was a prominent activist and minister during the 1960s civil rights movement. His unapologetic and passionate advocacy for Black rights brought him national attention. However, some have criticized his rhetoric as being extremist and racist.

IRS Admits Targeting Black Taxpayers For Audits

May 17, 2023 | Bakersfield, Economy, Features, Financial Markets, Los Angeles, Valleys

IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel has acknowledged what many have known for some time: Black taxpayers face an IRS audit exponentially more than other groups.