‘The Little Mermaid’ makes box office splash with $95.5 million opening.

June 01, 2023

By Andrew Dalton

AP Entertainment Writer

 

"The Little Mermaid" made moviegoers want to be under the sea on Memorial Day weekend.

Disney's live-action remake of its 1989... Read more...

Hip Hop’s Legends Set to Get their Due at ‘Wild Style’ Anniversary

June 01, 2023

By Stacy M. Brown

NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent

 

When the names Theodore Livingston and Tony Salas are mentioned in pop culture circles, they barely move the needle.

But... Read more...

Disgusted by racism targeting soccer’s Vinícius, his Brazilian hometown rallies to defend him.

June 01, 2023

By David Biller

Associated Press

 

SAO GONCALO, Brazil (AP) - The chants of "monkey!" at the Spanish soccer stadium echoed across the Atlantic, reaching the ears of people on the... Read more...

New Hampshire town recognized for historic role in racially integrating baseball in the 1940s.

June 01, 2023

By Michael Casey

Associated Press

 

The conversation around racial integration in baseball often revolves around Jackie Robinson, who broke the major league color barrier in 1947... Read more...

Juneteenth 400 Plans Celebration in San Pedro

June 01, 2023

LAWT News Service

 

The Juneteenth 400, a nonprofit organization presents its annual Juneteenth Celebration from Wednesday, June 14, through Monday, June 19.

The event is a collaboration... Read more...

LA Mayor Karen Bass, City Council Observe Africa Day

June 01, 2023

City News Service

 

Mayor Karen Bass joined Los Angeles City Council members on May 30, in observing Africa Day, which commemorates the founding of the African Union, an organization representing... Read more...

A Passion With A Purpose; Designer, Zon D’Amour, Discusses How Her Grandmother’s Lessons in Sewing Led to the Start of Her Fashion Brand and Her Purpose

December 15, 2022

By Devyn Bakewell

Assistant Managing Editor

 

Designer and entrepreneur Zon D’Amour is the owner of the eponymous fashion brand, Designed by D’Amour. Taught under the tutelage... Read more...

News

Man Pleads Not Guilty to Making Deaths Threats vs. Rep. Maxine Waters

Man Pleads Not Guilty to Making Deaths Threats vs. Rep. Maxine Waters

June 01, 2023 LAWT News Service   A 60-year-old man pleaded not guilty on May 31 to making a series of phone calls to the Hawthorne office of Rep....

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Community

USC, Local Medical Authorities Talk About Pharmacy Deserts in South L.A.; The professional medical panel speaks to the community about pharmacy deserts, the causes and possible solutions.

USC, Local Medical Authorities Talk About Pharmacy Deserts in South L.A.; The professional medical panel speaks to the community about pharmacy deserts, the causes and possible solutions.

June 01, 2023 By Brian W. Carter Contributing Writer   On Thursday, May 25, local medical professionals gathered for a panel to discuss pharmacy deserts...

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Sports News

LeBron posts historic first half, questions future after Lakers eliminated.

LeBron posts historic first half, questions future after Lakers eliminated.

May 25, 2023 By Greg Beacham   LeBron James began the final game of his 20th NBA season with the highest-scoring postseason half of his matchless NBA...

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Arts & Culture

Black in the Green Room; Keith Arthur Bolden and How Spelman College Changed His Life

Black in the Green Room; Keith Arthur Bolden and How Spelman College Changed His Life

June 01, 2023 By Keith L. Underwood   Ten-years ago, actor Keith Arthur Bolden, known for a multitude of roles in film and television including “Till,”...

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