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THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: Homelessness spending comes under fire again

1 month ago | wavepublication.com | Earl Hutchinson

By Earl Ofari HutchinsonContributing ColumnistIt wasn’t the first time, nor many fear the last time, that the billions of dollars that have been spent to combat Los Angeles’ chronic homeless problem has been lost, strayed or simply unaccounted for. The latest revelation about the alleged missing billions for homeless came courtesy of yet another audit of homeless spending ordered by U.S. District Judge David O. Carter.
Author Walter Mosley to appear at L.A. Central Library

2 months ago | wavepublication.com | Paula Woods |Walter Mosley

By Shirley HawkinsContributing WriterLOS ANGELES — Author Walter Mosley will make a special appearance at the Los Angeles Central Library at 7 p.m. Feb. 26 in the Mark Taper Auditorium to discuss his newest book, “Been Wrong So Long It Feels Like Right,” the third and latest installment in his Joe King Oliver series. Author Paula L.
Assembly speaker discusses priorities, problems for 2024

Feb 8, 2024 | wavepublication.com | Antonio Harvey

By Antonio Ray HarveyContributing WriterSACRAMENTO — Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas shared his legislative priorities and vision for the future of California during a luncheon hosted by the Public Policy Institute of California last month. Titled a “Conversation with Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas” the 44-year-old Democrat lawmaker from Hollister, who represents the 29th Assembly District, is the 71st speaker of the Assembly. The discussion at the Sheraton Hotel took place about two weeks after Gov.
ON THE MONEY: When it comes to financial advice, you get what you pay for

Feb 8, 2024 | wavepublication.com | John Grace

By John GraceContributing ColumnistNow that we are free from 2023 let’s do what it takes to manifest more, starting in 2024. You, too, can retire more decadent with a good mix of direction, behavioral adjustments and consistent professional attention. Due to people making New Year’s resolutions, it’s common for gyms to experience a surge of new memberships at the beginning of the year. However, according to Lifehack, over 90% of these people quit after three months of going to the gym.
Men’s hiking group fosters health, fellowship

Feb 7, 2024 | wavepublication.com | Shirley Hawkins

By Shirley HawkinsContributing WriterLOS ANGELES — On the first Saturday of each month, dozens of Black men gather to hike up and down rustic trails, exchange feelings of shared camaraderie and marvel at the various wonders of nature. Jelani Nattey, 39, an Akron, Ohio transplant, founded the nonprofit Black Men Hike L.A. in 2019 after realizing that he yearned to explore the outdoors. “To tell you the truth, I was going through a period of depression,” Nattey said.
THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: Time to put an end to street takeovers

Feb 7, 2024 | wavepublication.com | Earl Hutchinson

By Earl Ofari HutchinsonContributing ColumnistOn three different occasions I have witnessed in a street takeover. The first time it was a block from my house. It was a Sunday night near midnight. I went to the corner where the crowd of 300 to 400 people had gathered. I asked some of the participants why they were there, and did they know or care that they were disturbing the residents and presented a clear and present danger to motorists. They gave me a blank look.
Sardia Robinson performs one-woman autobiographical play

Feb 7, 2024 | wavepublication.com | Darlene Donloe

By Darlene DonloeContributing WriterLOS ANGELES — Sardia Robinson has a story to tell — and it’s a beaut! All is revealed in her play, “From A Yardie to a Yankee,” at Theatre West one night only Feb. 10. Written, directed, and performed by Robinson, the play is a very personal journey that reveals the comedy and tragedy of her life living in Kingston, Jamaica, and America.
Black mayors’ group visits new site for L.A.’s homeless

Feb 7, 2024 | wavepublication.com | Solomon O. Smith

By Solomon O. SmithContributing WriterLOS ANGELES — Mayor Karen Bass hosted Black mayors from different parts of the country Feb. 2, giving them a tour of a new, temporary housing complex in Chinatown that serves the homeless. The Hilda L. Solis Care First Village, named after Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis, was described as a model of an affordable, effective and nimble solution to addressing the intersecting mental health and homelessness crises gripping cities around the country.
Actor talks about playing Mufasa in ‘The Lion King’

Feb 7, 2024 | wavepublication.com | Darlene Donloe

By Darlene DonloeContributing WriterTalking to Gerald Ramsey is like talking to an old friend. The hunky actor has a soothing voice and a calming personality that lends itself to a friendly conversation. I recently caught up with Ramsey, 38, in Northern California, where he was in rehearsals for the upcoming four-week, long-awaited return of “The Lion King” to Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa. “The Lion King” is considered the biggest musical to ever tour.
SPORTS DIGEST: Clippers, Lakers perform well on Grammy Road Trip

Feb 7, 2024 | wavepublication.com | Don Wanlass

By Don WanlassContributing WriterThey call it the Grammy Road Trip. Every year, the Lakers and Clippers (and the Kings, for that matter) clear out of Crypto.com Arena for two weeks at the end of January and early February, so their home arena can prepare to host the Grammy Awards show. This year, the Clippers and Lakers did very well on the Grammy trip. The Lakers went 4-2, the Clippers went 6-1. The Lakers should have done better.