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State of Black LA 2024: A Transformative Event Highlighting Progress, Challenges, and the Path Forward for the Black and Brown Communities in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, CA – The highly anticipated Los Angeles Urban League State of Black LA 2024, held at the University of Southern California, Town and Gown event center, brought together thought leaders, community advocates, policymakers, and local citizens for a day of impactful discussions, networking, and actionable strategies aimed at addressing key issues facing Black…
Read MoreL.A . City Rolls Out Massive Coordinated Preparation and Engagements Ahead of World Series and Major Events Across City
By Gloria Zuurveen Editor-in-Chief LOS ANGELES–On Thursday at City Hall, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, along with local leaders, held a press conference to discuss the city’s extensive preparations and coordinated efforts ahead of the upcoming World Series and other major events. However, the conference began on a somber note, as Mayor Bass paid tribute…
Read MoreBlack Press Urges DSCC to Expand Black Media Reach in New Ad Campaign
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC) has launched a new advertising initiative to encourage Black voter turnout in seven key battleground states. The campaign, “Our Vote. Our Power,” will appear in select Black-owned media outlets across Florida, Maryland, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Wisconsin.…
Read MoreINSIDE INGLEWOOD: Angela Allen: Inglewood Residents’ Choice for City Treasurer
The Southern Truth By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief INGLEWOOD— Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts, Jr., City Clerk Aisha L. Thompson and a host of Inglewood residents fully supports Angela Allen’s bid for the position of Inglewood City Treasurer. With the announcement of current City Treasurer Wanda Brown’s retirement, Allen made the decision to run, aiming to…
Read MoreINSIDE INGLEWOOD: Mayor James T. Butts, Jr. Along with Several Black Californians, Are Playing Key Roles in LA 28 Olympics Planning
By Lila Brown, California Black Media Mayor James T. Butts, Jr. in an interview with California Black Media, highlighted Inglewood’s central role in the upcoming Games, stating, “Inglewood will host the Opening and Closing ceremonies, basketball, and swimming competitions of the 2028 Olympic Games. This will be our second hosting of Olympic Basketball, the first…
Read MoreI Stand with Susan Burton, Founder, A New Way of Life, When It Comes To Choosing Michelle Chambers for 35th Senate Seat
The Southern Truth By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief Just the other day, I had the opportunity to speak with Michelle Chambers, who is running for the soon-to-be vacant Senate seat currently held by Steven Bradford. It was an informative meeting, and I learned more than I had anticipated about this gracious candidate. Chambers expanded on her…
Read MoreGlory Awards 2024: Celebration for a Supportive Community.
By Iryna Chuhai On Sunday, 29th of September, WePlay Studios Arena welcomed all the guests and honorees of the PACE Glory Awards 2024. It was a true celebration of the community and for the community. Gloria Zuurveen, Founder and CEO of PACE NEWS, INC., Parent Action Coalition for Education (PACE), a 501(c) 3 tax-exempt…
Read MoreCalifornia Black Media Executive Director, Regina Wilson, Let Her Light Shine at the 2024 GLORY AWARDS at WePlay Studios
California Black Media Executive Director, Regina Wilson let her light shine last night while hosting the GLORY AWARDS from the Red Carpet to inside the awesome WePlay Studios located in Los Angeles. She shared with her network of Black media owners, “I had the pleasure of serving as the MC at the Glory Awards last night in Los Angeles.…
Read More30th Annual S.E. Manly African American Short Film Festival- Save the Date
The Kingdom of Butts: Inglewood’s Rise to Glory
The Southern Truth By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief This is my song and this is my story: The Kingdom of Butts, Inglewood’s rise to Glory. Inglewood today is like no other because of the leadership of the Black, bold, and bonafide brother, James T. Butts. The King of Inglewood—and rightfully so he should be. Since 2011,…
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