Kenya prepares for watershed elections
Written by Associated Press 28 February 2013
Associated Press/Khalil Senosi, In this Feb. 24, 2013 file photo, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Presidential candidate Raila Odinga, right, shakes hands with The National Alliance (TNA) Presidential ... read more >>
Written by Associated Press 28 February 2013
Associated Press/Khalil Senosi, In this Feb. 24, 2013 file photo, Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Presidential candidate Raila Odinga, right, shakes hands with The National Alliance (TNA) Presidential ... read more >>
More Americans struggle to repay student loans
Written by CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER Associated Press 28 February 2013
More Americans are falling behind on student loans, threatening their ability to obtain mortgages and other credit in the future. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York says more than 31 percent of ... read more >>
Written by CHRISTOPHER S. RUGABER Associated Press 28 February 2013
More Americans are falling behind on student loans, threatening their ability to obtain mortgages and other credit in the future. The Federal Reserve Bank of New York says more than 31 percent of ... read more >>
First lady announces effort to help kids exercise
Written by DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press 28 February 2013
Associated Press/Rogelio V. Solis - First lady Michelle Obama greets educators and state and community officials at a "Let's Move!" program at the Eastside and Northside Elementary Schools in Clinton, ... read more >>
Written by DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press 28 February 2013
Associated Press/Rogelio V. Solis - First lady Michelle Obama greets educators and state and community officials at a "Let's Move!" program at the Eastside and Northside Elementary Schools in Clinton, ... read more >>
John Kennedy gets support from all over Pasadena
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
John Kennedy Even his opponents are now supporting him for council This has been a very good week for Pasadena City Council candidate John Kennedy. First he received notice that Pasadena Police ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
John Kennedy Even his opponents are now supporting him for council This has been a very good week for Pasadena City Council candidate John Kennedy. First he received notice that Pasadena Police ... read more >>
Katherine Jackson to Go Ahead with Lawsuit against AEG
Written by BILL HETHERMAN City New Service 28 February 2013
A judge this week issued a tentative ruling that Michael Jackson's mother can move forward with her lawsuit contending that the promoters of Michael Jackson's never-realized London concerts negligently ... read more >>
Written by BILL HETHERMAN City New Service 28 February 2013
A judge this week issued a tentative ruling that Michael Jackson's mother can move forward with her lawsuit contending that the promoters of Michael Jackson's never-realized London concerts negligently ... read more >>
Golden State Mutual Life Alumni Association Installs 2013 Officers
Written by Sentinel Wire Service 28 February 2013
At a recent luncheon the Honorable Congresswoman Diane Watson swears in the 2013 officers of the Golden State Mutual Life Alumni Association. Pictured above, left to right are: Eldridge Dean, parliamentarian; ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Wire Service 28 February 2013
At a recent luncheon the Honorable Congresswoman Diane Watson swears in the 2013 officers of the Golden State Mutual Life Alumni Association. Pictured above, left to right are: Eldridge Dean, parliamentarian; ... read more >>
Urban League Open House introduced newly appointed CEO Nolan V. Rollins
Written by Sentinel News Servicegeneralinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Members of the LA Urban League Board of Directors and Executive Team (L-R) Hosts__ Supervisor Mark Ridley Thomas, John C. Mack, Noel Massie and Nolan Rollins Nolan Rollins greets community member Community ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Servicegeneralinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Members of the LA Urban League Board of Directors and Executive Team (L-R) Hosts__ Supervisor Mark Ridley Thomas, John C. Mack, Noel Massie and Nolan Rollins Nolan Rollins greets community member Community ... read more >>
Study Shows Significant Learning Gaps between Blacks and Whites
Written by City News Service 28 February 2013
By the second grade, African American students in Los Angeles County demonstrate significant learning gaps that only widen with age and lead to the highest school dropout rate among all races, according ... read more >>
Written by City News Service 28 February 2013
By the second grade, African American students in Los Angeles County demonstrate significant learning gaps that only widen with age and lead to the highest school dropout rate among all races, according ... read more >>
Negro League Star Harold Gould, 88
Written by Donald HuntSpecial to the NNPA from The Philadelphia Tribune 28 February 2013
This file photo shows Philadelphia Stars legend Harold Gould, right, with Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins, before a baseball game at Citizens Bank Park. — FILE PHOTO/PHILLIES MEDIA ... read more >>
Written by Donald HuntSpecial to the NNPA from The Philadelphia Tribune 28 February 2013
This file photo shows Philadelphia Stars legend Harold Gould, right, with Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins, before a baseball game at Citizens Bank Park. — FILE PHOTO/PHILLIES MEDIA ... read more >>
Arthella L. Hunter Succumbs
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Hunter, Arthella L Passed away February 21, 2013 at the age of 91. She was born July 26, 1921 in Texas. Mrs. Hunter was preceded in death by her husband Ernest Hunter, and by her daughter Carolyn ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Hunter, Arthella L Passed away February 21, 2013 at the age of 91. She was born July 26, 1921 in Texas. Mrs. Hunter was preceded in death by her husband Ernest Hunter, and by her daughter Carolyn ... read more >>
Hunter Files Suit Against AME Denomination
Written by Cora Jackson-Fossett Sentinel Religion Editor cora@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Dr. John J. Hunter_ Photo by Troy Tieuel for Sentinel The legal saga continues for the Rev. Dr. John J. Hunter who filed yet another lawsuit on February 25 charging the African Methodist Episcopal ... read more >>
Written by Cora Jackson-Fossett Sentinel Religion Editor cora@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Dr. John J. Hunter_ Photo by Troy Tieuel for Sentinel The legal saga continues for the Rev. Dr. John J. Hunter who filed yet another lawsuit on February 25 charging the African Methodist Episcopal ... read more >>
Long Beach Calls for Action in the Black Community
Written by Nicole Williams Sentinel Contributing WriterNicolew@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Dr. Lydia Hollie (center), who gathered statistics for "The State of Black Long Beach: A Call to Action" speaking with two people who attended the convention on Saturday, February 23. Uduak ... read more >>
Written by Nicole Williams Sentinel Contributing WriterNicolew@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Dr. Lydia Hollie (center), who gathered statistics for "The State of Black Long Beach: A Call to Action" speaking with two people who attended the convention on Saturday, February 23. Uduak ... read more >>
Hundreds of Bikers Ride for Peace in the Streets
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
(L-R) Minister Tony Muhammad, Dr. Hanan Islam, Power 106’s Big Boy, and Rev. Alfreddie Johnson at 5th UPFest in Watts. Minister Tony Muhammad and Big Boy Join Caravan of Peace from Watts to Carson ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
(L-R) Minister Tony Muhammad, Dr. Hanan Islam, Power 106’s Big Boy, and Rev. Alfreddie Johnson at 5th UPFest in Watts. Minister Tony Muhammad and Big Boy Join Caravan of Peace from Watts to Carson ... read more >>
Wesson honors Pastor Xavier Thompson
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Pastor Xavier Thompson (left) of Southern Missionary Baptist Church receives recognition by City Council President Herb Wesson (right) at City Hall City Council President Herb Wesson honored Pastor ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Pastor Xavier Thompson (left) of Southern Missionary Baptist Church receives recognition by City Council President Herb Wesson (right) at City Hall City Council President Herb Wesson honored Pastor ... read more >>
Local workers at Inglewood Forum with Mayor Butts
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Pictured from left to right: Van Smith, Les Young, Brandon Baker, Inglewood Mayor James Butts, Eric Medina, Jamie Criss, Dwayne Newbern, Tramell Collins. After a great deal of careful design and preparation ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Pictured from left to right: Van Smith, Les Young, Brandon Baker, Inglewood Mayor James Butts, Eric Medina, Jamie Criss, Dwayne Newbern, Tramell Collins. After a great deal of careful design and preparation ... read more >>
Why Black Blood Recipients Need Black Blood Donors
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Most of us were taught in school that every human being, no matter what racial or ethnic background, have three blood types A, B or O. However those of us of African descent carry an antigen within ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Most of us were taught in school that every human being, no matter what racial or ethnic background, have three blood types A, B or O. However those of us of African descent carry an antigen within ... read more >>
Dennis Zine; A Life of Service and Leadership
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Dennis Zine An established and proven track record in public service establishes Councilmember Dennis Zine as the ideal candidate to vote for in the race for city controller in the March 5 primary. As ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
Dennis Zine An established and proven track record in public service establishes Councilmember Dennis Zine as the ideal candidate to vote for in the race for city controller in the March 5 primary. As ... read more >>
Jan Perry Vies to Continue Love Affair with L.A. as its Mayor
Written by KENNETH MILLER Sentinel Staff Writer 28 February 2013
Jan Perry Bright public servant can be a history maker beginning with March 5 primary In a journey that began with a cross country trip from her Ohio home to attend the Rose Bowl game on New Years ... read more >>
Written by KENNETH MILLER Sentinel Staff Writer 28 February 2013
Jan Perry Bright public servant can be a history maker beginning with March 5 primary In a journey that began with a cross country trip from her Ohio home to attend the Rose Bowl game on New Years ... read more >>
Prominent Endorsements Power Price into Primary
Written by KENNETH MILLER Sentinel Staff Writer kenneth@lasentinel.net & By Katherine Williams Sentinel Contributing Writer generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
President Barack Obama and Senator Curren Price Gov. Jerry Brown, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and Rep. Karen Bass among influential elected backing the State Senator for 9th District City Council Fueled ... read more >>
Written by KENNETH MILLER Sentinel Staff Writer kenneth@lasentinel.net & By Katherine Williams Sentinel Contributing Writer generalinfo@lasentinel.net 28 February 2013
President Barack Obama and Senator Curren Price Gov. Jerry Brown, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and Rep. Karen Bass among influential elected backing the State Senator for 9th District City Council Fueled ... read more >>
YES on Prop. A is a YES for Our Community
Written by Sentinel Staff Report 28 February 2013
We believe that voting YES! on Proposition A is best for our community and best for the city overall. Yes! on Proposition A will maintain needed services in the city and in our community. Vote Yes! on ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Staff Report 28 February 2013
We believe that voting YES! on Proposition A is best for our community and best for the city overall. Yes! on Proposition A will maintain needed services in the city and in our community. Vote Yes! on ... read more >>
Despite peace accord, eastern Congo still on edge
Written by MELANIE GOUBY Associated Press 25 February 2013
Associated Press/ Elias Asmare - Joseph Kabila , President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, waits for the signing of the Congo peace agreement, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013. Despite ... read more >>
Written by MELANIE GOUBY Associated Press 25 February 2013
Associated Press/ Elias Asmare - Joseph Kabila , President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, waits for the signing of the Congo peace agreement, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013. Despite ... read more >>
Victims of Kenya's last election still in limbo
Written by TOM ODULA Associated Press 25 February 2013
In this photo of Saturday Feb. 9, 2013, a displaced woman works with others to construct a new straw hut at 'Hope' camp for internally-displaced Kenyans from the Kikuyu tribe (Ben Curtis Associated ... read more >>
Written by TOM ODULA Associated Press 25 February 2013
In this photo of Saturday Feb. 9, 2013, a displaced woman works with others to construct a new straw hut at 'Hope' camp for internally-displaced Kenyans from the Kikuyu tribe (Ben Curtis Associated ... read more >>
Jesse Jackson Jr. and Wife Enter Guilty Pleas
Written by Freddie Allen NNPA Washington Correspondent 22 February 2013
Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. The swift political and personal descent of former Congressman Jesse L. Jackson, Jr. has accelerated with criminal information documents being filed accusing him of conspiracy ... read more >>
Written by Freddie Allen NNPA Washington Correspondent 22 February 2013
Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. The swift political and personal descent of former Congressman Jesse L. Jackson, Jr. has accelerated with criminal information documents being filed accusing him of conspiracy ... read more >>
HUNDREDS SHOW UP TO SUPPORT REGGIE JONES-SAWYER
Written by Sentinel News Service 22 February 2013
City Council President Herb Wesson swears in Reggie Jones-Sawyer as Pastor Rosalyn Brooks holds bible. Son, Evan Jones-Sawyer, daughter Lauren and son, Reginald Byron Jones-Sawyer look on. left ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 22 February 2013
City Council President Herb Wesson swears in Reggie Jones-Sawyer as Pastor Rosalyn Brooks holds bible. Son, Evan Jones-Sawyer, daughter Lauren and son, Reginald Byron Jones-Sawyer look on. left ... read more >>
Quality schools, higher education top Price agenda
Written by Katherine Williams Sentinel Contributing Writer 22 February 2013
Sen. Curren Price, the leading candidate for Los Angeles City Council in the 9th District, has worked tirelessly to create new opportunities that allow more families to afford higher education. (Sentinel ... read more >>
Written by Katherine Williams Sentinel Contributing Writer 22 February 2013
Sen. Curren Price, the leading candidate for Los Angeles City Council in the 9th District, has worked tirelessly to create new opportunities that allow more families to afford higher education. (Sentinel ... read more >>