On July 11, Governor Gavin Newsom launched Heat Ready CA, one of the nation’s first statewide multi-ethnic awareness and education campaigns designed to keep Californians safe during extreme heat.
I finally was able to attend the Hollywood Park Summer Bash after several attempts. As the popular saying goes “the third time is the charm.”
Summer is here, and everyone is ready to be outside. Sadly so are the mosquitoes, and the first human case of the St. Louis Encephalitis Virus (SLEV) is in Kern.
When I look at the eight newly renovated tennis courts at Jackie Tatum Harvard Park, a flood of emotions overwhelm me. It isn’t just the excitement of the upcoming grand opening, but the reflection on the journey that has brought me here—a journey that demonstrates the power of tennis to transform lives and destroy barriers.
In a resolute effort to combat hate and promote empowerment within diverse communities, the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has taken a definitive step by channeling funds into the Community Access, Resources, and Empowerment (CARE) program’s “Stop the Hate” initiative. This targeted program, part of the broader CARE initiative, aims to support and service victims and survivors of hate crimes, intervention services like restorative justice as well as youth prevention services.
The Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles (ICYOLA), celebrates its 15th Annual Season Finale Concert at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, featuring a special tribute to The Temptations and Dr. Otis Williams, the only remaining member of the five original Temptations.
Juneteenth is a historical federal holiday that honors the first June 19th in 1865 when Texas was forced by Union troops to free all enslaved people. California State University of Bakersfield (CSUB) hosted a Juneteenth panel discussion to honor the significant day.
As the first three-digit temperatures of 2023 arrive with the start of summer and the Fourth of July, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services is taking steps to ensure the safety of residents through any potential emergencies.
Summer has officially arrived in Southern California. By that, I mean the days are longer and bright sunny days offer many reasons to get out and about. Don’t forget to dust off your dancing shoes.
Congresswoman Maxine Waters has taken actions this past to address pressing issues affecting communities across the United States including the housing crisis. In a bold move, Congresswoman Waters reintroduced three critical pieces of legislation targeting affordable housing expansion and narrowing the racial wealth gap.
Transitional Youth Mobilizing for Change (TYM4Change) will be adopting Martin Luther King Jr. Park on June 29th.
Juneteenth was celebrated in a huge way in Leimert Park Village, Monday, June 19, 2023, from 10:00-9:00pm.
Evictions Can Lead to Increased Housing Insecurity
In California, an increasing number of Japanese, Jewish and other non-Black groups are expressing their support for reparations to Black American residents of the state who are descendants of enslaved people.
As Summer vacation is starting, many children welcome a lot of free time. While spending the day binging a new show or playing video games may be tempting, it’s important to stay active.
The REAL ID is here, and it’s easier to get than you think.
In an age of advanced technology and widespread connectivity, text message scams, including in big cities, have become a big problem for people nationwide.
Earlier this year, the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association announced their lineup for the 43rd two-day Jazz Festival at the Hollywood Bowl on June 17-18, 2023.
CARICON, the annual international literary event partnered with the Funtastic Book Fair to host a three-day conference on the beautiful campus of the University of Southern California (USC) inside the Ronald Tutor Campus Center. This amazing event was held on June 2-4, 2023.
Consequences of Distracted Driving and Speeding disproportionately impact Black lives.
