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1 week ago | 
wavepublication.com | Shirley Hawkins |Erin Herriford
LOS ANGELES — A federal judge has removed himself from the case of a former deputy mayor charged with reporting a fake bomb threat to City Hall last year. Brian K. Williams, 61, of Pasadena was scheduled to plead guilty June 6 to a single federal count of threats regarding fire and explosives, which carries a possible prison sentence of up to 10 years.
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2 weeks ago | 
wavepublication.com | Shirley Hawkins |Erin Herriford |Ray Richardson
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles-area transit system achieved a major milestone June 6 with the long-awaited opening of the LAX/Metro Transit Center station, bringing rail service the closest it has ever been to Los Angeles International Airport and giving travelers a new car-free option for reaching the airport.
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2 weeks ago | 
wavepublication.com | Erin Herriford |Ray Richardson |Emilie St. John |Shirley Hawkins
SOUTH LOS ANGELES — A group formed to foster understanding and appreciation for Afro-Latinos held a “Creating Wellness in the Community” event June 7 in the Central Avenue office of City Councilman Curren Price.
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Nov 14, 2024 | 
ourweekly.com | Erin Herriford
November is commonly known as a fall month and a month commonly associated with Thanksgiving. November is also recognized as National Adoption Awareness Month. Be that as it may, it brings a lot of discussion of raising a child versus choosing to place a child for adoption. Raising a child in an ever-changing and evolving economy can prove to be a daunting task. Although many citizens are able to find viable and creative solutions, there are various options in place for those who cannot.
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Nov 8, 2024 | 
ourweekly.com | Erin Herriford
Animals are beloved creatures who often serve as household pets. Typically a family or individual will own a cat, dog, turtle or snake. However there are other various pets, such as horses. Unfortunately, many horses are expensive to own, board and take care of which leaves them abandoned. Fortunately, for horses that are experiencing neglect and or abuse there are organizations such as Wild at Heart Horse Rescue that step in and assist animals in need.
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Nov 7, 2024 | 
ourweekly.com | Erin Herriford
The City of Carson has broken ground on a new amphitheater. The new facility will host large and medium-sized events for the community. The City of Carson Amphitheater is scheduled to open in summer 2025. The facility will provide a high-quality public space that will enrich the lives of all residents. It will serve as a central gathering place for Carson residents. Carson Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor Pro Tem Lawrence Hilton, and Director of Public Works Dr. Arlington Rogers were all in attendance.
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Nov 6, 2024 | 
ourweekly.com | Erin Herriford
Television and streaming platforms have become the norm for the past several years. On an extremely positive note, many Black sitcoms starring Black actors have been streamed for millions of viewers to enjoy. One of the more popular streaming platforms is BET+, with a widely viewed show, called “Sistas.” The show has become so popular that a spinoff show called “Zatima” was created and stars Nzinga Imani.
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Oct 31, 2024 | 
ourweekly.com | Erin Herriford
Marqueece Harris-Dawson is an LA City Council President and Representative of the Eighth District. The Eighth District covers Baldwin Hills, Chesterfield Square, Crenshaw, Jefferson Park and parts of South Los Angeles. Harris-Dawson has dedicated more than two decades to community activism and public service. He was born in South Los Angeles and has witnessed firsthand the impact of the crack cocaine epidemic in the South Los Angeles community.
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Oct 25, 2024 | 
ourweekly.com | Erin Herriford
There are many challenges that face the Antelope Valley area. Young adulthood is a critical time for personal development. Oftentimes individuals between the ages of 18-24 are in a transitional phase and pondering their next educational or career goals. Luckily for those in search of a well-structured program, there is a non-profit organization that hosts various resources and programs for young adults. One of which is called Lost Angels Career Center.
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Oct 25, 2024 | 
ourweekly.com | Erin Herriford
Special proclamation by Board of SupervisorsThe month of November is centered on the precipice of fall. It is also best known for Turkey Day or what is commonly known as Thanksgiving. However, as of this year, November is also revered as Native American Heritage Month in Los Angeles County. Native American Heritage Month is designed to celebrate and honor the diverse culture and history of native and indigenous people in the United States.
