Crime
Community Spotlight
Mark Ridley-Thomas Conviction is A Blow To Black L.A Politics
Los Angeles, CA—Mark Ridley-Thomas was convicted by a jury this week on federal corruption charges, stemming from a quid pro quo scheme where Ridley-Thomas aimed to benefit his son, Sebastian Ridley-Thomas. The long-time politician and former
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Entertainment
CD9 Women’s Leadership Summit Brings Out Tiffany Haddish, Keri Hilson & More
Los Angeles, CA–In the heart of South Central, Los Angeles, hundreds of women from across generations, industries, and backgrounds gathered at Sola’s Beehive for CD9’s Women’s Leadership Summit—an all-day celebration of resilience, leadership, and community ahead of Mother’s
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Halimah Basheer Carries Forward Her Father’s Legacy at BUILD’s Youthful Warriors Workshop in South L.A
Photos By: Qia Lanique LOS ANGELES — At a time when young people across Los Angeles are searching for direction, purpose, and community, one organization is doubling down on a
Paint The Park: AND1 Sponsors New Basketball Courts in Compton
Compton, California–Streetball culture returned to South Park during the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend thanks to AND1, who hosted a high-energy community celebration that honored the legacy of the game. The
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