Invitation to Submit Proposals for RFP-0249
Invitation to Submit Proposals for RFP-0249 The City of Inglewood invites and will receive proposals from experienced firms qualified to provide “In-Person Planning Technician Services,” as specified in this document. Each proposal shall be completed and submitted in all particulars and must be enclosed in a sealed package addressed to the City of Inglewood, Purchasing…
Read MoreTickets Required for Upcoming Inglewood Free Music Festival July 5, 2025
We Miss Dr. George McKenna — At Least the Community Was Kept Informed About LAUSD and Black Students
The Southern Truth By Dr. Gloria Zuurveen, Founder & Publisher, PACE NEWS The election has come and gone for the seat once held by LAUSD District 1 Board Member Dr. George McKenna. And to this day, I must admit — I do not know who replaced him. As a legally adjudicated Black press outlet responsible…
Read MoreCITY OF INGLEWOOD OFFICIAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CITY OF INGLEWOOD OFFICIAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Naming and Renaming Advisory Commission of the City of Inglewood, California will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at the hour of 11:00 a.m., in the City of Inglewood, California to receive public comments on renaming of East…
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Honoring a Legacy: Jonathan Leonard’s Juneteenth Tradition Lives On in Leimert Park
By Gloria Zuurveen | Southern Truth As the nation marks Juneteenth on Wednesday, June 19, a special tribute rises from the heart of South Los Angeles to honor a man whose commitment to history, community, and culture planted deep roots in Leimert Park—Mr. Jonathan Leonard, the original founder of the Leimert Park Juneteenth Celebration. Mr.…
Read MoreGovernor Gavin Newsom is Mad as Hell About Trump’s Militarization of Los Angeles
The Southern Truth By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief, PACE NEWS Governor Gavin Newsom is fighting mad—and rightfully so—about troops being deployed in his backyard. Yes, he’s mad as hell, and he’s doing something about it. He’s not just speaking out; he’s taking action. He’s seeking justice in the courts and building support on the ground. A…
Read MoreMilitary Leaders to Trump: End LA’s Occupation. We Aren’t a Domestic Police Force
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Read MoreCelebrate Juneteenth with LA County Parks on June 14 and 21
Juneteenth festivities will feature free live entertainment, cultural workshops, sports tournaments and more! LOS ANGELES (May 30, 2025) – The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation (LA County Parks), in partnership with the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, invites the public to celebrate Juneteenth with two weekends of free, family-friendly events across…
Read MoreUnseen War: COINTELPRO’s Shadow Lingers — A Southern Truth
By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief A new generation is witnessing the full and unmasked face of a familiar enemy. What was once a covert war waged in the shadows by the FBI’s Counterintelligence Program—COINTELPRO—is now the overt reality for Black people in America. This is the enduring legacy of a government that has historically spied on,…
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