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The Root Picnic Went Fyre Fest? Say It Ain’t So!

3 weeks ago | inglewoodtoday.com | Willie Brown

By: Maya MackeyThousands of people flew in to Philadelphia to attend the annual Roots Picnic hosted by the band. A seamlessly soulful music festival that books legacy acts as well as up and coming artists. The Roots Picnic has evolved since its humble beginnings in 2008, the size of a neighborhood block party. But this year, let’s just say things went South. On May 31st, day one of the festival the concert grounds were slated to open at noon but bad weather delayed the entry process by hours.
Federal Judge Blocks Elon Musk and DOGE From Accessing Social Security Records

Mar 20, 2025 | inglewoodtoday.com | Willie Brown

A federal judge has issued a temporary injunction preventing Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) databases containing personal information of millions of Americans. The court labeled DOGE’s actions as a “fishing expedition” and mandated the deletion of any personally identifiable information already obtained.
Judge Sanctions Former Mayoral Aide $217K in Wrongful Termination Case

Mar 12, 2025 | inglewoodtoday.com | Willie Brown

A Los Angeles Superior Court judge has ordered Melanie McDade-Dickens, a former top aide to Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts Jr., to pay $217,404 in sanctions over missing records in her lawsuit against the city. While the ruling does not dismiss the case, it prevents McDade-Dickens from introducing new evidence related to her claim that she was terminated in retaliation for ending her personal relationship with the mayor.
Inglewood City Council Updates Public On The Death of Juan Sanchez

Mar 11, 2025 | inglewoodtoday.com | Willie Brown

During Tuesday’s City Council meeting, officials provided new details on the arrest of two suspects connected to the murder of Juan Sanchez, who was killed during a catalytic converter theft. Councilmember Alex Padilla acknowledged the swift work of the Inglewood Police Department (IPD), stating, “We were confident this investigation would be successful.” He confirmed that detectives apprehended the suspects just days ago. Mayor James T.
Inglewood Police Arrest Two Suspects in the Murder of Juan Miguel Sanchez

Mar 7, 2025 | inglewoodtoday.com | Willie Brown

Less than a week after the family of Juan Miguel Sanchez filled the Inglewood City Hall Council Chambers demanding justice, the Inglewood Police Department has announced the arrest of two suspects connected to his murder. On February 25, 2025, at approximately 3:22 a.m., Sanchez was tragically shot and killed when he attempted to stop thieves from stealing a catalytic converter in Inglewood.
Inglewood Looks to Move Forward with Affordable Housing Plan

Mar 5, 2025 | inglewoodtoday.com | Willie Brown

The City of Inglewood and the Inglewood Housing Authority are set to vote on an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles to develop 18 affordable homes across three city-owned properties. If approved, this agreement would lay the groundwork for a Disposition Development Agreement (DDA), setting the terms for constructing much-needed affordable housing in Inglewood.
Inglewood Proposes Major Pool Rehab at Edward Vincent Park

Mar 3, 2025 | inglewoodtoday.com | Willie Brown

The Inglewood City Council is set to vote on a proposed contract to renovate the Edward Vincent Jr. Park swimming pool area during its next meeting. If approved, the Vincent Park Swimming Pool Deck Improvement Project would address much-needed repairs, including resurfacing the pool deck, fixing structural cracks, replacing deteriorating bricks, and updating the aging gas service line.
Inglewood Bans All Fireworks, Including Safe and Sane

Feb 19, 2025 | inglewoodtoday.com | Willie Brown

Last week, the Inglewood City Council heard oral arguments both in support of and against the ban of safe and sane fireworks sale and usage in the City. After confirming that this was only the first reading of the ordinance, Mayor James Butts assured the audience that the decision was not final. “I want to make it clear to people that this is not final. So they know they got like, 60 days to persuade us, alright? All hope is not lost,” Butts said.
How to Preserve Your Black History

Feb 13, 2025 | inglewoodtoday.com | Willie Brown |Milo Neil

By Willie BrownWhen we look at the plethora of information available about Black people today, it’s hard to imagine a time when not much was known or celebrated about Black life. There was a time, however, when it was illegal for Black people to read. Slaves were beaten for even trying. For generations, Black history was shared by word of mouth. Today, learning about Black history is easy.
Newsom OK’s a $25 million fund for California to sue the Trump administration

Feb 13, 2025 | inglewoodtoday.com | Alexei Koseff |Milo Neil

By Alexei Koseff | CalMattersGov. Gavin Newsom approved $25 million on Feb. 7 for anticipated legal challenges against the Trump administration, positioning California to once again lead the resistance to the MAGA movement — just as the state is seeking federal assistance for the Los Angeles region’s recovery from devastating fires.