A City Mourns
Written by Troy Tieuel (Contributing Writer) 03 January 2013
Danny Bakewell, Jr., a childhood friend of Victor McClinton Jaques Bolton, a close friend of Victor McClinton Candace Lacey and Lacey Children. The Lacey children grew up with Victor McClinton ... read more >>
Written by Troy Tieuel (Contributing Writer) 03 January 2013
Danny Bakewell, Jr., a childhood friend of Victor McClinton Jaques Bolton, a close friend of Victor McClinton Candace Lacey and Lacey Children. The Lacey children grew up with Victor McClinton ... read more >>
'Rescue Me' singer Fontella Bass dies
Written by JIM SALTER (Associated Press) 03 January 2013
In this Sept. 2, 2001 file photo, Fontella Bass performs at the Big Muddy Blues Festival on Laclede's Landing in St. Louis. The St. Louis-born soul singer who hit the top of the R&B charts with ... read more >>
Written by JIM SALTER (Associated Press) 03 January 2013
In this Sept. 2, 2001 file photo, Fontella Bass performs at the Big Muddy Blues Festival on Laclede's Landing in St. Louis. The St. Louis-born soul singer who hit the top of the R&B charts with ... read more >>
Revernd J.A. Freeman Succumbs
Written by Sentinel News Service 03 January 2013
The family of Rev. J.A. Freeman, founder and pastor of Greater Good Shepherd Missionary Baptist Church of Los Angeles, California, reports his passing on the morning of December 23, at their home in ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 03 January 2013
The family of Rev. J.A. Freeman, founder and pastor of Greater Good Shepherd Missionary Baptist Church of Los Angeles, California, reports his passing on the morning of December 23, at their home in ... read more >>
Terry Glover, Ebony Managing Editor, dies at 57
Written by Associated Press 03 January 2013
Terry Glover, Ebony managing editor, dies at 57 Terry Glover CHICAGO (AP) — Terry Glover, the managing editor of Ebony magazine, has died of colon cancer at her Chicago home. She was ... read more >>
Written by Associated Press 03 January 2013
Terry Glover, Ebony managing editor, dies at 57 Terry Glover CHICAGO (AP) — Terry Glover, the managing editor of Ebony magazine, has died of colon cancer at her Chicago home. She was ... read more >>
Miracle on 51st Street Free Toy and Book Giveaway
Written by Sentinel News Service 03 January 2013
On Friday, Dec. 21, Senator Curren D. Price, Jr. joined with critically acclaimed director F Gary Gray (“Friday,” “Italian Job” “The Negotiator”), actor and comedian Anthony Anderson, ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 03 January 2013
On Friday, Dec. 21, Senator Curren D. Price, Jr. joined with critically acclaimed director F Gary Gray (“Friday,” “Italian Job” “The Negotiator”), actor and comedian Anthony Anderson, ... read more >>
Los Angeles City Council YEAR-END REVIEW
Written by Sentinel News Service 03 January 2013
Council President Herb Wesson led a year-end review of issues that faced the Los Angeles City Council for KABC Channel 7 “Eyewitness Newsmakers,” hosted by Adrienne Alpert. Joining Wesson on ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 03 January 2013
Council President Herb Wesson led a year-end review of issues that faced the Los Angeles City Council for KABC Channel 7 “Eyewitness Newsmakers,” hosted by Adrienne Alpert. Joining Wesson on ... read more >>
LA offers groceries for guns in annual buyback
Written by Associated Press 03 January 2013
Los Angeles Police officials get weapons back from motorists at the LA Memorial Sports Arena in Los Angeles Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2012. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes) Long lines of cars and people ... read more >>
Written by Associated Press 03 January 2013
Los Angeles Police officials get weapons back from motorists at the LA Memorial Sports Arena in Los Angeles Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2012. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes) Long lines of cars and people ... read more >>
David G. Brown Sentinel Cartoonist Elected to Board of Directors for the Assoc. of American Editorial Cartoonists
Written by Sentinel Staff Report 03 January 2013
David G. Brown editorial cartoonist for the Los Angeles Sentinel newspaper has been nominated and voted to the Board of Directors for the Association of American Editorial Cartoonists. Brown is the ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Staff Report 03 January 2013
David G. Brown editorial cartoonist for the Los Angeles Sentinel newspaper has been nominated and voted to the Board of Directors for the Association of American Editorial Cartoonists. Brown is the ... read more >>
National Year in Review
Written by Sentinel Staff Report 27 December 2012
twenty-year old Adam Lanza of Newton, CT shot his way into Sandy Hook elementary school where he shot and killed 26 people, most of them children before shooting himself to death. Hurricane Sandy—Sandy ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Staff Report 27 December 2012
twenty-year old Adam Lanza of Newton, CT shot his way into Sandy Hook elementary school where he shot and killed 26 people, most of them children before shooting himself to death. Hurricane Sandy—Sandy ... read more >>
Hon. Satra Zurita Prayer for the Children and their Caregivers.
Written by Satra Zurita 27 December 2012
Hon. Satra Zurita God Bless the children today and every day. Please allow them to keep their childhood innocence in these trying times. Allow them to feel safe in school and everywhere else. Lord please ... read more >>
Written by Satra Zurita 27 December 2012
Hon. Satra Zurita God Bless the children today and every day. Please allow them to keep their childhood innocence in these trying times. Allow them to feel safe in school and everywhere else. Lord please ... read more >>
38th ANNUAL BETHUNE RECOGNITION LUNCHEON
Written by Lady Cage - Barile 27 December 2012
NCNW Bethune Recognition Luncheon Honorees: (l-r) Ms. Carrie Harris Allen,Mrs. Fabian R. Wesson and Ms. Melanie D. Perry (photo by Candice C. Montgomery) ... read more >>
Written by Lady Cage - Barile 27 December 2012
NCNW Bethune Recognition Luncheon Honorees: (l-r) Ms. Carrie Harris Allen,Mrs. Fabian R. Wesson and Ms. Melanie D. Perry (photo by Candice C. Montgomery) ... read more >>
Children’s Institute’s Holiday Festivals Bring Smiles To Hundreds of At-Risk Children and their Families
Written by Sentinel News Service 27 December 2012
6,000 Toys Provided by Event Title Sponsor Mattel Children’s Foundation On three very special days in December, CII brought cheer to more than 6,000 children and their ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 27 December 2012
6,000 Toys Provided by Event Title Sponsor Mattel Children’s Foundation On three very special days in December, CII brought cheer to more than 6,000 children and their ... read more >>
International Year in Review
Written by Shannen Hill – Sentinel Intern 27 December 2012
A United States ambassador, along with three other Americans, was killed in Benghazi, Libya on Sept. 11, 2012. This attack became a subject of debate on how effective the United States Army is. Syria Syria’s ... read more >>
Written by Shannen Hill – Sentinel Intern 27 December 2012
A United States ambassador, along with three other Americans, was killed in Benghazi, Libya on Sept. 11, 2012. This attack became a subject of debate on how effective the United States Army is. Syria Syria’s ... read more >>
Los Angeles 2012
Written by Sentinel Staff Report 27 December 2012
Alesia Thomas died in the back of an LAPD squad card. Her death exacerbated an already heated use of force debate in Los Angeles First lady in L.A.--- First Lady Michelle Obama made a two-day ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Staff Report 27 December 2012
Alesia Thomas died in the back of an LAPD squad card. Her death exacerbated an already heated use of force debate in Los Angeles First lady in L.A.--- First Lady Michelle Obama made a two-day ... read more >>
Political Year in Review
Written by Sentinel News Service 27 December 2012
Former Republican frontrunner Herman Cain Obama Re-Elected: President Barack Obama was re-elected the 44th President of the United States of America. Jackie Lacey elected D.A. of L.A.: Jackie Lacey ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 27 December 2012
Former Republican frontrunner Herman Cain Obama Re-Elected: President Barack Obama was re-elected the 44th President of the United States of America. Jackie Lacey elected D.A. of L.A.: Jackie Lacey ... read more >>
Susan Rice Withdraws from Secretary of State Consideration
Written by Shannen Hill (Intern) 22 December 2012
In this image provided by CBS, Susan Rice, U.S. ambassador to the U.N. speaks on "Face the Nation" in Washington, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012. (AP Photo/CBS News, Chris Usher) Susan Rice Withdraws ... read more >>
Written by Shannen Hill (Intern) 22 December 2012
In this image provided by CBS, Susan Rice, U.S. ambassador to the U.N. speaks on "Face the Nation" in Washington, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2012. (AP Photo/CBS News, Chris Usher) Susan Rice Withdraws ... read more >>
Charleston SC Rep. Tim Scott Becomes First Black Senator
Written by Sentinel News Service 22 December 2012
Charleston SC Rep. Tim Scott Becomes First Black Senator Rep. Tim Scott Sentinel Wire Services South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley named Charleston Rep. Tim Scott to replace Sen. Jim DeMint, ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 22 December 2012
Charleston SC Rep. Tim Scott Becomes First Black Senator Rep. Tim Scott Sentinel Wire Services South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley named Charleston Rep. Tim Scott to replace Sen. Jim DeMint, ... read more >>
Video Footage Found of Woodard’s Killer
Written by Shannen Hill (Intern) 22 December 2012
This undated image provided by the Wellington family shows shooting victim Brandon Woodard, left, and his mother, Sandra Wellington. Woodard, 31, was shot in the head Dec. 10, 2012, in the New York ... read more >>
Written by Shannen Hill (Intern) 22 December 2012
This undated image provided by the Wellington family shows shooting victim Brandon Woodard, left, and his mother, Sandra Wellington. Woodard, 31, was shot in the head Dec. 10, 2012, in the New York ... read more >>
Pasadena Police Officers Acquitted
Written by Brian W. Carter, Sentinel Staff Writer 22 December 2012
Pasadena Police Officers Acquitted Prosecutors state officers acted lawfully in the shooting of Kendrec McDade. Kendrec McDade By Brian W. Carter Sentinel Staff Writer The Los Angeles ... read more >>
Written by Brian W. Carter, Sentinel Staff Writer 22 December 2012
Pasadena Police Officers Acquitted Prosecutors state officers acted lawfully in the shooting of Kendrec McDade. Kendrec McDade By Brian W. Carter Sentinel Staff Writer The Los Angeles ... read more >>
Rep. Bass Holds Legislative Town Hall
Written by Sentinel News Service 22 December 2012
Rep. Bass Holds Legislative Town Hall Reviews First Term Accomplishments and Honors County Supervisor Mark Ridley – Thomas Congresswoman Karen Bass honors Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas Sentinel ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 22 December 2012
Rep. Bass Holds Legislative Town Hall Reviews First Term Accomplishments and Honors County Supervisor Mark Ridley – Thomas Congresswoman Karen Bass honors Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas Sentinel ... read more >>
Wesson’s Winter Wonderland Thrills 850 Kids
Written by Sentinel News Service 22 December 2012
Wesson’s Winter Wonderland Thrills 850 Kids City Council President Herb Wesson’s annual Winter Wonderland was again a great hit this year for over 1,500 area residents including 850 at-risk ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel News Service 22 December 2012
Wesson’s Winter Wonderland Thrills 850 Kids City Council President Herb Wesson’s annual Winter Wonderland was again a great hit this year for over 1,500 area residents including 850 at-risk ... read more >>
The 90 That Built LA Exhibit Makes its Debut
Written by Chelsea Battle (Contributing Writer) 22 December 2012
Photos courtesy of Malcolm Ali The 90 That Built LA Exhibit Makes its Debut The Museum of African American Art showcases its latest installment. Chelsea Battle Sentinel ... read more >>
Written by Chelsea Battle (Contributing Writer) 22 December 2012
Photos courtesy of Malcolm Ali The 90 That Built LA Exhibit Makes its Debut The Museum of African American Art showcases its latest installment. Chelsea Battle Sentinel ... read more >>
LA Urban League to Appoint Nolan V. Rollins as President
Written by Kenneth Miller (Staff Writer) 22 December 2012
LA Urban League to Appoint Nolan V. Rollins as President Nolan V. Rollins - President of the Los Angeles Urban League One of the most treasured Urban League affiliates in the history of one ... read more >>
Written by Kenneth Miller (Staff Writer) 22 December 2012
LA Urban League to Appoint Nolan V. Rollins as President Nolan V. Rollins - President of the Los Angeles Urban League One of the most treasured Urban League affiliates in the history of one ... read more >>
America’s Unthinkable Nightmare at Christmas Time
Written by Kenneth Miller (Staff Writer) 22 December 2012
A dedication to the "Sandy Hook" massacre Newtown, CT - Photo by Gary Hunter A candlelight memorial for the students and teachers lost in the Sandy Hook killings Newtown, CT - Photo by Gary ... read more >>
Written by Kenneth Miller (Staff Writer) 22 December 2012
A dedication to the "Sandy Hook" massacre Newtown, CT - Photo by Gary Hunter A candlelight memorial for the students and teachers lost in the Sandy Hook killings Newtown, CT - Photo by Gary ... read more >>
Sentinel & Watts Times Editor Hospitalized
Written by Sentinel Staff Report 22 December 2012
The Los Angeles Sentinel & L.A. Watts Times announced this week that Managing Editor, Yussuf Simmonds suffered a stroked while traveling from Washington DC. Simmonds is currently under a physician’s ... read more >>
Written by Sentinel Staff Report 22 December 2012
The Los Angeles Sentinel & L.A. Watts Times announced this week that Managing Editor, Yussuf Simmonds suffered a stroked while traveling from Washington DC. Simmonds is currently under a physician’s ... read more >>