BLOOM Initiative Works to Blossom Roses Out of Concrete
Written by Nicole Williams LA Sentinel Contributing Writer nicolew@lasentinel.net 18 April 2013
Active members of BLOOM from left to right: George Weaver of Brotherhood Crusade, BLOOM Initiative Director, Robert Lewis, ‘Bloomer’ Anthony Smith, Actor and Activist LarenzTate and Buffalo ... read more >>
Written by Nicole Williams LA Sentinel Contributing Writer nicolew@lasentinel.net 18 April 2013
Active members of BLOOM from left to right: George Weaver of Brotherhood Crusade, BLOOM Initiative Director, Robert Lewis, ‘Bloomer’ Anthony Smith, Actor and Activist LarenzTate and Buffalo ... read more >>
Race Will be Close for Compton Mayor
Written by Jennifer Bihm Jennifer@lasentinel.net 18 April 2013
Aja Brown Omar Bradley Both political newcomer Aja Brown and former Compton Mayor Omar Bradley have large voter support. Preliminary election results from the Compton City Clerk’s office this ... read more >>
Written by Jennifer Bihm Jennifer@lasentinel.net 18 April 2013
Aja Brown Omar Bradley Both political newcomer Aja Brown and former Compton Mayor Omar Bradley have large voter support. Preliminary election results from the Compton City Clerk’s office this ... read more >>
Ricin is indicated in letters to Obama, senator
Written by Eileen Sullivan and Laurie Kellman, Associated Press 17 April 2013
A Prince George's County, Md. firefighter dressed in a protective suit walks into a government mail screening facility in Hyattsville, Md., Wednesday, April 17, 2013. Police swept across the U.S. ... read more >>
Written by Eileen Sullivan and Laurie Kellman, Associated Press 17 April 2013
A Prince George's County, Md. firefighter dressed in a protective suit walks into a government mail screening facility in Hyattsville, Md., Wednesday, April 17, 2013. Police swept across the U.S. ... read more >>
Senate rejects expanded gun background checks
Written by Associated Press 17 April 2013
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate has rejected a bipartisan effort to expand federal background checks to more firearms buyers in a crucial showdown over gun control. Wednesday's vote was a jarring ... read more >>
Written by Associated Press 17 April 2013
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate has rejected a bipartisan effort to expand federal background checks to more firearms buyers in a crucial showdown over gun control. Wednesday's vote was a jarring ... read more >>
‘TASTE OF A TASTE OF SOUL’ TO DEBUT AS PART OF THE BET EXPERIENCE AT L.A. LIVE JUNE 28-30
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 17 April 2013
For Immediate Release ‘TASTE OF A TASTE OF SOUL’ TO DEBUT AS PART OF THE BET EXPERIENCE AT L.A. LIVE JUNE 28-30 Bakewell Media Partners with BET and AEG To Bring City’s Most ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 17 April 2013
For Immediate Release ‘TASTE OF A TASTE OF SOUL’ TO DEBUT AS PART OF THE BET EXPERIENCE AT L.A. LIVE JUNE 28-30 Bakewell Media Partners with BET and AEG To Bring City’s Most ... read more >>
‘TASTE OF A TASTE OF SOUL’ TO DEBUT AS PART OF THE BET EXPERIENCE AT L.A. LIVE JUNE 28-30
Written by LA Sentinel News Service 17 April 2013
The BET Experience at L.A. LIVE just got a little tastier with the addition of ‘Taste of A Taste of Soul.’. Everyone is encouraged to bring their appetites to BET Experience at L.A. ... read more >>
Written by LA Sentinel News Service 17 April 2013
The BET Experience at L.A. LIVE just got a little tastier with the addition of ‘Taste of A Taste of Soul.’. Everyone is encouraged to bring their appetites to BET Experience at L.A. ... read more >>
NBC4's Comcast Cares Day - April 27
Written by LA Sentinel News Service 16 April 2013
Dear Community Partners, On Saturday, April 27, 2013, NBC4 Southern California will take part in Comcast Cares Day, an annual company-wide day of community service. Comcast Cares Day ... read more >>
Written by LA Sentinel News Service 16 April 2013
Dear Community Partners, On Saturday, April 27, 2013, NBC4 Southern California will take part in Comcast Cares Day, an annual company-wide day of community service. Comcast Cares Day ... read more >>
2 killed as 2 bombs explode at Boston Marathon
Written by Jimmy Golen, Associated Press 15 April 2013
(AP Photo) BOSTON (AP) — Two bombs exploded near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday, killing two people and injuring at least 23 others in a terrifying scene of broken glass, ... read more >>
Written by Jimmy Golen, Associated Press 15 April 2013
(AP Photo) BOSTON (AP) — Two bombs exploded near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday, killing two people and injuring at least 23 others in a terrifying scene of broken glass, ... read more >>
Cuba gives reporters rare tour of island lockups
Written by Associated Press 11 April 2013
A prisoner looks at members of the press from his cell after the gate was opened by military guards at the Combinado del Este prison during a media tour of the prison in Havana, Cuba, Tuesday, April ... read more >>
Written by Associated Press 11 April 2013
A prisoner looks at members of the press from his cell after the gate was opened by military guards at the Combinado del Este prison during a media tour of the prison in Havana, Cuba, Tuesday, April ... read more >>
China pulls 'Django Unchained' on day of premiere
Written by Didi Tang Associated Press 11 April 2013
FILE - In this undated publicity file photo released by The Weinstein Company, from left, Jamie Foxx and Leonardo DiCaprio star in the film, "Django Unchained," directed by Quentin Tarantino. (AP Photo/The ... read more >>
Written by Didi Tang Associated Press 11 April 2013
FILE - In this undated publicity file photo released by The Weinstein Company, from left, Jamie Foxx and Leonardo DiCaprio star in the film, "Django Unchained," directed by Quentin Tarantino. (AP Photo/The ... read more >>
Uhuru Kenyatta sworn in as president of Kenya
Written by TOM ODULA and JASON STRAZIUSO Associated Press 11 April 2013
President Uhuru Kenyatta, right, receives the sword of the Commander In Chief of the Kenya Armed Forces from outgoing president Mwai Kibaki, second left, at Moi International Sports Complex in Nairobi, ... read more >>
Written by TOM ODULA and JASON STRAZIUSO Associated Press 11 April 2013
President Uhuru Kenyatta, right, receives the sword of the Commander In Chief of the Kenya Armed Forces from outgoing president Mwai Kibaki, second left, at Moi International Sports Complex in Nairobi, ... read more >>
From Sweden to South L.A.
Written by Kathy Williamson Sentinel Contributing Writer 11 April 2013
Sweden’s ‘Back Up’ violence prevention team visits South L.A. to learn techniques from PCITI A group of serious young adults from Nookoping, Sweden raised money through multiple fundraisers ... read more >>
Written by Kathy Williamson Sentinel Contributing Writer 11 April 2013
Sweden’s ‘Back Up’ violence prevention team visits South L.A. to learn techniques from PCITI A group of serious young adults from Nookoping, Sweden raised money through multiple fundraisers ... read more >>
Wesson, Holden, Walters Endorse Garcetti
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
Trio Joins Parks, Perry & Davis in South L.A. to Fire-Up Garcetti Volunteers Eric Garcetti was endorsed by Council President Herb Wesson and former South L.A. councilmembers Nate Holden and Rita ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
Trio Joins Parks, Perry & Davis in South L.A. to Fire-Up Garcetti Volunteers Eric Garcetti was endorsed by Council President Herb Wesson and former South L.A. councilmembers Nate Holden and Rita ... read more >>
Grand Opening of New Health Center at Dominguez High
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
A Cut Above the Rest — Local leaders, school officials, and nonprofit partners gather for the new Dominguez High School Health Center’s ribbon cutting ceremony, Wednesday, March 27. (L-R) front ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
A Cut Above the Rest — Local leaders, school officials, and nonprofit partners gather for the new Dominguez High School Health Center’s ribbon cutting ceremony, Wednesday, March 27. (L-R) front ... read more >>
Candlelight Vigil to reflect on the ‘Season for Nonviolence’
Written by Sentinel New Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
Photo credit: Martin Zamora Commemoration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s death Nearly 200 people, including Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck, Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca and ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel New Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
Photo credit: Martin Zamora Commemoration of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s death Nearly 200 people, including Los Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck, Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca and ... read more >>
Special Needs Network Gears Up for Autism Awareness Month
Written by Sentinel News Services generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
Special Needs Network, Inc. (SNN), a grassroots autism advocacy organization serving South Los Angeles, will host a series of events throughout the month of April to help increase awareness of ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Services generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
Special Needs Network, Inc. (SNN), a grassroots autism advocacy organization serving South Los Angeles, will host a series of events throughout the month of April to help increase awareness of ... read more >>
Los Angeles Museum of African American Art to Launch Galbreath Photo Exhibit
Written by Sentinel News Services generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
Photojournalist Haywood Galbreath The Museum of African American Art (MAAA) located in the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza, will host a reception on Sunday, April 14 from 2-4 p.m., celebrating the launch ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Services generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
Photojournalist Haywood Galbreath The Museum of African American Art (MAAA) located in the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza, will host a reception on Sunday, April 14 from 2-4 p.m., celebrating the launch ... read more >>
CicLAvia Making History
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
An unprecedented 15 miles of car-free streets from Downtown to Venice Beach Los Angeles will celebrate its 6th CicLAvia on Sunday, April 21, the city’s largest open-streets event to date, according ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
An unprecedented 15 miles of car-free streets from Downtown to Venice Beach Los Angeles will celebrate its 6th CicLAvia on Sunday, April 21, the city’s largest open-streets event to date, according ... read more >>
Price family celebrates 60th Anniversary
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
City Council President Herb Wesson and his wife Fabian Wesson (right) and Bishop Charles and Lady Mae Blake of West Angeles Church (left) were joined by hundreds in celebrating the White Diamond 60th ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
City Council President Herb Wesson and his wife Fabian Wesson (right) and Bishop Charles and Lady Mae Blake of West Angeles Church (left) were joined by hundreds in celebrating the White Diamond 60th ... read more >>
BET Experience Youth Program
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
LA High School Students Offered Music Industry Career Education and Workshops through BET Experience Youth Program. AEG and BET NETWORKS education initiative, Next Level, in partnership with the GRAMMY® ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 11 April 2013
LA High School Students Offered Music Industry Career Education and Workshops through BET Experience Youth Program. AEG and BET NETWORKS education initiative, Next Level, in partnership with the GRAMMY® ... read more >>
Photo of the Week
Written by Official White House Photo by Pete Souza 11 April 2013
‘42’ meets ‘44’ President Barack Obama (44th President) talks with Jackie Robinson widow, Rachel Robinson before the “42” movie screening with Robinson family members and cast and crew ... read more >>
Written by Official White House Photo by Pete Souza 11 April 2013
‘42’ meets ‘44’ President Barack Obama (44th President) talks with Jackie Robinson widow, Rachel Robinson before the “42” movie screening with Robinson family members and cast and crew ... read more >>
45 years after Dr. King – Now what?
Written by Karanja A. Ajanaku Special to the NNPA from the New Tri-State Defender 11 April 2013
Martin Luther King III, left, and Lee Saunders, right, president of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, take part in a march to the National Civil Rights Museum on Thursday, ... read more >>
Written by Karanja A. Ajanaku Special to the NNPA from the New Tri-State Defender 11 April 2013
Martin Luther King III, left, and Lee Saunders, right, president of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, take part in a march to the National Civil Rights Museum on Thursday, ... read more >>
Waters & Bradley Endorse Greuel
Written by Jennifer Bihm and Kenneth D. Miller 11 April 2013
LIVING LEGACY: Lorraine Bradley, daughter of late iconic Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley, this week announced her support for Wendy Greuel to continue her fathers legacy as mayor. (Photo by Troy Tieuel ... read more >>
Written by Jennifer Bihm and Kenneth D. Miller 11 April 2013
LIVING LEGACY: Lorraine Bradley, daughter of late iconic Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley, this week announced her support for Wendy Greuel to continue her fathers legacy as mayor. (Photo by Troy Tieuel ... read more >>
VIDEO: LASTV Isiah Thomas Interview with Brandon I. Brooks
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Rev. Rosalynn Brookins Endorses Senator Curren Price
Written by Nicole Williams 10 April 2013
(Photo: Brandon I. Brooks) “The 9th district deserves a strong voice. It deserves a person who’s willing to fight for justice and cry for mercy. It is there, that you see a large increase of unemployed ... read more >>
Written by Nicole Williams 10 April 2013
(Photo: Brandon I. Brooks) “The 9th district deserves a strong voice. It deserves a person who’s willing to fight for justice and cry for mercy. It is there, that you see a large increase of unemployed ... read more >>