Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte dies at 80
Los Angeles Unified School District board member Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte has died, a district spokeswoman said today. She was 80.
Sebastian Ridley-Thomas headed to state captial
In the 54th Assembly District race, 26-year-old Sebastian Ridley-Thomas handily defeated his rivals to win the right to represent voters in the state government.
Are we plugged in?
Like many Black Californians, Chearon Raye faces a dilemma when the time comes to make a purchase as substantial as a new automobile.
Crenshaw Walmart at center of protestm
On a rainy Black Friday in Los Angeles, Walmart in the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza was subjected to an action that was part of a national protest as local pro-union groups formed an “Our Walmart Campaign,” in support of changing ...
Judge files complaint
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge who claims UCLA police used excessive force against him during a recent traffic stop refused officers’ orders to remain inside his vehicle, university officials said today.
‘Grim Sleeper’ case drags on
The lawyer for the accused serial killer dubbed the Grim Sleeper asked a judge today for permission to photograph nearly 900 pieces of evidence, some of which date back more than 28 years.
Senate youth program names top picks
A Yorba Linda student was selected to represent California in the William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s 52nd annual U.S. Senate Youth Program, the state Department of Education announced this week.
Murals get OK from city council
The Los Angeles City Council this week tentatively approved a pilot program to allow murals on single-family homes in northeast Los Angeles, Boyle Heights and parts of South Los Angeles.
Blacks less likely to see cancer specialists
Black Americans with advanced colorectal cancer are less likely than White patients to see cancer specialists or to receive cancer treatments, according to a new study.
Drag racing called possible factor in 'Fast & Furious' actor Paul Walker's death
SANTA CLARITA, Calif., -- Drag racing may have been involved in the fiery crash that killed “Fast & Furious” actor Paul Walker on Saturday, an investigator said Monday.
Local family works to help Antelope Valley Toys for Tots
Abbie Smith, Jr. Miss Littlerock, just celebrated her 14th birthday in a rather unique. As her special day approached, the teen kept thinking about her cousin TJ Costello who could not celebrate with her because he is an active duty ...
NASA Dryden announces redesign of the FA-18 Hornet display
The city of Lancaster has announced the upcoming redesign and modernization of the F/A-18 Hornet display and supporting pedestal located in front of the Lancaster Municipal Stadium. The F/A-18 Hornet will be taken down from its mounting by mid-December and ...
Inglewood officers shot in hostage situation
INGLEWOOD (CNS) - Two police officers were shot today in what apparently began as a domestic dispute that led to a hostage situation in an Inglewood home.
Feeding the homeless on Thanksgiving
LOS ANGLES, Calif., - Thousands of homeless and poor Los Angeles County residents will enjoy traditional Thanksgiving meals Thursday at large gatherings on Skid Row and the Sunset Strip and in Hollywood, Pasadena and the San Fernando Valley.
Retailers open early to accommodate shoppers
LOS ANGLES, Calif., - The number of retailers open on Thanksgiving continues to grow while several who have been open in the past will have longer hours Thursday in an attempt to satisfy the public’s demands.
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