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Los Angeles kicks off five-day BET festival celebrating Black music June 5

3 days ago | wavepublication.com | Darlene Donloe

LOS ANGELES — Four days of concerts, seminars and other activities known collectively as the BET Experience — also known as BET-X — will culminate June 9 when the BET Awards are handed out at the Peacock Theater in downtown. A literal who’s who in the Black entertainment world will descend on Los Angeles for the five-day event. Singer Mariah Carey, rapper/producer Snoop Dogg, Oscar and Grammy winner Jamie Foxx and gospel legend Kirk Franklin will receive the BET Ultimate Icon Award.
California ‘reparations’ bills provide limited relief for Black families seeking housing justice: The Bottom Line

3 days ago | wavepublication.com | Dion Rabouin |Darlene Donloe

Descendants of former slaves would be eligible for housing payouts from the state under a pair of bills approved by California lawmakers last week. The state Assembly overwhelmingly voted in favor of Assembly Bill 57 and Assembly Bill 62, which are being described as a step toward reparations for Black Californians. But it’s worth asking how much difference they will really make.
Comedian Ricky Gervais gets star on Walk of Fame

3 days ago | wavepublication.com | Bill Vaughn |Darlene Donloe

HOLLYWOOD — A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was unveiled May 30 honoring comedian Ricky Gervais for a television career best known to Americans for hosting the Golden Globe Awards. In his native England, Gervais is best known as a co-creator and star of the BBC Two comedy, “The Office,” which was adapted into the American version that ran from 2005 to 2013 on NBC. “This is pretty crazy and humbling,” Gervais told the crowd as he accepted the honor.
Cardi B to receive ASCAP’s Voice of the Culture Award in Los Angeles: TASTY CLIPS

4 days ago | wavepublication.com | Darlene Donloe |Bill Vaughn

Cardi B, the Grammy Award-winning performer currently living her best life on The Riviera with new beau, NFL superstar Stefon Diggs of the New England Patriots, will come to Los Angeles June 8 to receive a coveted award.
How Nicole Harper Rawlins built a McDonald’s franchise empire that’s reshaping South LA: The Q&A

4 days ago | wavepublication.com | Darlene Donloe |Dion Rabouin

Nicole Harper Rawlins is a respected woman in Los Angeles’s business world. She and her sister, Kerri Harper-Howie own 24 McDonald’s restaurants throughout Los Angeles County, building a business empire one restaurant at a time. A dedicated community developer, Harper Rawlins, will be honored at the Los Angeles Urban League’s 50th anniversary Whitney M. Young, Jr. Awards and Celebration on June 11 at the Skirball Cultural Center.
Gina Torres talks playing Gertrude in ‘Hamlet’ at Mark Taper Forum: The Q&A

1 week ago | wavepublication.com | Darlene Donloe |Bill Vaughn

LOS ANGELES — Gina Torres is one of those actresses who always leaves an impression with each role. During her career, Torres, a New Yorker who now lives in Los Angeles, has appeared in the Matrix Reloaded, 9-1-1 Lone Star, and Suits, to name a few. Up next, Torres is set to play Gertrude in the Center Theatre Group’s production of “Hamlet,” directed by Robert O’Hara, at the Mark Taper Forum. This is director O’Hara’s Hitchcockian noir take on one of William Shakespeare’s most famous tales.
Judge dismisses another lawsuit by Rep. Maxine Waters’ former challenger

1 week ago | wavepublication.com | Shirley Hawkins |Darlene Donloe

LOS ANGELES — For the second time in four years, a judge has dismissed a defamation suit brought against Rep. Maxine Waters, D-Los Angeles, by a Republican who unsuccessfully challenged the veteran politician for her seat in November 2020. Joe E. Collins III alleged the 86-year-old congresswoman’s campaign materials and radio commercials falsely stated that the Navy veteran was dishonorably discharged.
With all the hype, what’s the truth about crypto?: The Bottom Line

1 week ago | wavepublication.com | Dion Rabouin |Shirley Hawkins

Cryptocurrency giant Bitcoin shattered records last week, surging above $112,000 per coin and capturing attention from Wall Street to Main Street. With everyone from U.S. Rep. Maxine Waters to President Donald Trump weighing in on cryptocurrency, Black businesses and potential investors — especially those in L.A. — should understand what’s going on.
Charles Rangel, Harlem’s political icon, remembered for 46 years of service and fight for justice

1 week ago | wavepublication.com | Dion Rabouin |Shirley Hawkins

NEW YORK — Funeral services are pending for Charles Rangel, who represented Harlem and other parts of New York City in Congress for 46 years. A heavyweight in New York politics as a member of Harlem’s “Gang of Four,” Rangel died May 26. He was 94. Rangel was the last living member of the “Gang of Four” made up of powerful African-American leaders in New York: David Dinkins (1927-2020), Basil Paterson (1946-2014) and Percy Sutton (1920-2009).
South LA Black churches, NAACP to protest Trump bill targeting Medicare, Medicaid

1 week ago | wavepublication.com | Shirley Hawkins |Darlene Donloe

Community organizations and religious leaders in South Los Angeles are organizing a demonstration Thursday morning to oppose President Trump’s reconciliation package, warning that the legislation could harm vulnerable communities throughout the region. The protest is scheduled for 10 a.m. at 3840 Crenshaw Boulevard, in front of the Social Security office near 39th Street.