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Revolution K12 and The Brotherhood Crusade Form Partnership
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 March 2013
Two organizations join to create large-scale educational transformation within Inglewood Unified School District. Partnership brings financial support from grant awarded by the Stuart Foundation. Revolution ... read more >>
Over 280 Elementary and Secondary Students with Perfect CST Scores
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 March 2013
Never Resting on Their Laurels — 2012 California Distinguished School Laurel Elementary School had yet another reason to smile, Wednesday, February 27, at CUSD’s Club of Champions assembly, which ... read more >>
SENTINEL ENDORSES DOTSON, PADILLA, BOWERS AND RICHARDSON MCGHEE FOR A BETTER, STRONGER INGLEWOOD
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 March 2013
“I believe IUSD can be a great school district again," said Margaret Richards-Bowers.  The Sentinel is endorsing Bowers and Carliss Richardson-McGhee for Inglewood Unified School District as ... read more >>
Wendy Greuel Wins Major Endorsements
Written by KENNETH D. MILLER Assistant Managing Editor kenneth@lasentinel.net 28 March 2013
  Controller Wendy Greuel Former President Bill Clinton President Bill Clinton, Mark Ridley-Thomas, faith and community leaders universally endorse Greuel for mayor Los Angeles County Supervisor ... read more >>
Senator Wright honors 35th Senate District “Women of Distinction”
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 22 March 2013
Senator Wright with “Women of Distinction” luncheon emcee Wendy Raquel Robinson, best known for her roles on “The Steve Harvey Show” and “The Game.” Senator Wright poses with the 2013 ... read more >>
Black adult mentors are here for you
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@laesntinel.net 22 March 2013
The Los Angeles CARES Mentoring Movement is hosting a mentor orientation on Saturday, March 23 from 10:00am to 12:00pm at the African American Firefighter Museum. Volunteers interested in mentoring ... read more >>
Assemblyman Holden Names “Women Of The Year” FOR THE 41ST ASSEMBLY DISTRICT
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 22 March 2013
Assemblyman Holden and Honoree Zephyr Tate-Mann Pasadena –Assemblymember Chris Holden recently named two women who represent opposite ends of the district but share a common dedication to their ... read more >>
Sen. Price praises role of church in South L.A. civic life
Written by Sen. Price praises role of church in South L.A. civic life 21 March 2013
Senator Curren Price Speaking recently to the Baptist Ministers Conference of Los Angeles and Southern California, Sen. Curren Price told the assembled clergy that “in South Los Angeles, there is ... read more >>
NFL Star Richard Sherman Returns to Dominguez High for a Pep Talk
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Ask the Pro— Class of 2006, Dominguez High School graduate and Seattle Seahawks cornerback, Richard Sherman (left), listens to a student’s question regarding his academic and athletic experiences, ... read more >>
WESSON TOURS VISION THEATRE RENOVATION
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Council President Herb Wesson tours work in progress at the Vision Theatre with Cultural Affairs General Manager Olga Garay Council President Herb Wesson toured the work in progress in the renovation ... read more >>
Ophelia McFadden, former general manager SEIU passes away
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Ophelia McFadden Legendary community organizer leaves lasting impact. “The contributions that Ophelia McFadden made to the labor movement through her leadership in SEIU continue to benefit the ... read more >>
NBC4’s Beverly White Receives Distinguished Journalist Award
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Beverly White Beverly White, NBC4 Southern California’s veteran general assignment reporter of more than two decades, was honored by the Society of Professional Journalists, the nation’s largest ... read more >>
Community Leaders Celebrate Space Exploration At the California Science Center’s 15th Annual Discovery Ball
Written by Sentinel Wire Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Newly elected Chair of the California Science Center Board of Directors Fabian Wesson and State Senator Roderick Wright enjoy the evening in front of an Area-51 themed cocktail reception. Later, Discovery ... read more >>
Sabriya’s Castle of Fun Blood Drive: A Success
Written by By Troy Tieuel, Sentinel Contributing Writer troy@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Many turn out in support of the Sabriya’s Castle of Fun’s Blood Drive and show their support of children with life threatening blood disorders. On March 16, Sabriya’s Castle of Fun Foundation, ... read more >>
Blacks Continue a Progressive Trend at LAFD
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor kenneth@lasentinel.net 21 March 2013
Second of a four part series examining the Los Angeles Fire Department Since 1888, African Americans have been an integral part of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD). From Sam Haskins, the first ... read more >>
Grading The NCAA Madness
Written by KENNETH MILLER Assistant Managing Editor 21 March 2013
NCAA President Mark Emmert unveils new college eligibility standards.  As the glorified NCAA Basketball Tournament known as March Madness rolls out this week, so to will a new promotional campaign ... read more >>
Director Gloria Gray Makes History
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 14 March 2013
  First African-American Woman to Chair Metropolitan Water District Board Meeting West Basin Municipal Water District  Director Gloria Gray chaired the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California ... read more >>
WESSON DIALOGUES WITH COMMUNITY STAKEHOLDERS
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 14 March 2013
    Council President Herb Wesson addresses the Empowerment Congress West Area Neighborhood Council at community Town Hall meeting. - Sentinel File Photo City Council President Herb Wesson was ... read more >>
Fire Chief Brian L. Cummings is LAFD’s Transformational Leader
Written by Kenneth Miller Assistant Managing Editor Kenneth@lasentinel.net 14 March 2013
  Fire Chief Brian L. Cummings This is the first of a four part series examining the Los Angeles Fire Department, its leadership, its hiring policies, its fiscal impact and the state of African ... read more >>
Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church hosts free women's health fair
Written by Sentinel News Service 12 March 2013
A FREE WOMAN’S HEALTH EVENT Health is Power! Join the California Oncology Research Institute (CORI) and other local health organizations to learn tips on living a healthy life 9:00 am Registration/Light ... read more >>
Change Your Clock / Change Your Batteries
Written by Sentinel News Service 09 March 2013
  County of Los Angeles Fire Department    NEWS RELEASE   CAPTAIN TOM RICHARDS PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE (323) 881-2411 Date:  March 8, 2013 FIRE CHIEF DARYL L. OSBY 1320 ... read more >>
UNCF Masked Ball Honors Magic Johnson & Sheryl Underwood
Written by Sentinel Wire Services 07 March 2013
And says Farewell to its host, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa Magic and Cookie Johnson Celebrate the Mayors Masked Ball   UNCF President and CEO Dr. Michael Lomax congratulates the night’s honoree ... read more >>
DCH Teen Safe Driving Foundation Announces the Winner of its D3CA Contest
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 07 March 2013
Dominique Murray standing next to the 2013 Toyota Corolla he just won Brotherhood Crusade’s Dominique Murray The DCH Teen Safe Driving Foundation announced the winner of the Don’t Drive Distracted ... read more >>
“SKIP COOPER DAY” IN LOS ANGELES
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 07 March 2013
Skip Cooper and Council President Herb Wesson Council President Herb Wesson congratulated Earl “Skip” Cooper II, president and CEO of the Black Business Association for receiving the organization’s ... read more >>
Kennedy Wins Outright in Pasadena
Written by KENNETH MILLER Sentinel Staff Writer 07 March 2013
John J. Kennedy African American poised to lead community in Pasadena. John J. Kennedy, whose roots in the Pasadena community spans 70-years, captured a seat on the Pasadena City Council winning ... read more >>

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Which N.B.A. legend would you start a franchise with?

Bill Russell - 7.7%
Wilt Chamberlain - 5.2%
Oscar Robertson - 1.3%
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar - 6.7%
Julius Erving - 3.2%
Magic Johnson - 29.4%
Larry Bird - 2.9%
Isiah Thomas - 2.4%
Michael Jordon - 17.1%
Hakeem Olajuwon - 1.2%
Shaquille O'neal - 3.4%
Tim Duncan - 1.3%
Kobe Bryant - 7.9%
Allen Iverson - 1%
Lebron James - 5.7%
Kevin Durant - 1.8%
Carmelo Anthony - 1.7%

Total votes: 595
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