Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services Appoints Lena Wilson, Pelicans agree to trade First Black Woman as President Anthony Davis to the Lakers And CEO (See page A-4) (See page B-1)

VOL. LXXVV, NO. 49 • $1.00 + CA. Sales Tax THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12 - 18, 2013 VOL. LXXXV NO. 26, $1.00 +CA. Sales Tax“For Over “For Eighty Over Eighty Years Years, The Voice The Voiceof Our of CommunityOur Community Speaking Speaking for forItself Itself.” THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019

Ethiopian Ambassador, Fitsum Arega visits L.A. to invite investors and tourists to the historic nation. power and solar energy and as “energetic, very socia- By Cora JaCkson-Fossett the creative arts/entertain- ble and easily trainable” Staff Writer ment industry. to perform well in labor- Arega joined with Ethi- intensive industries such The government of opia’s L.A. Consul Gen- as textiles, electronic - as Ethiopia is rolling out the eral, Birhanemeskel Abebe sembly and the food indus- welcome mat to African Segni to share this message try. He also cited the ease Americans to explore the with elected officials and of establishing businesses business opportunities business leaders in Los An- in the nation by work- and tourist destinations geles, San Diego, Las Ve- ing through the Ethiopian throughout the historic na- gas and the Bay area. The Investment Commission tion. goal, he said, is to educate (EIC), which will “connect During a visit to Los and inform West Coast in- companies with the rel- Angeles on June 14, Ethio- vestors, especially African evant government offices pian Ambassador, Fitsum Americans, about potential and institutions.” Arega outlined the many partnerships and economic Having previously prospects for investors, growth that would profit served five years as EIC companies and entrepre- individuals and companies commissioner, Arega is neurs to benefit by- en and Ethiopia as well. well versed in its eco- gaging with the country, “We have a U.S. com- nomic capabilities. Under which is experiencing an pany called PVH, which his leadership at the com- economic upswing under is an African trader – the mission, foreign direct in- the administration of Prime second biggest in the U.S., vestments increased from Minister, Abiy Ahmed. which has branches like $1 billion to $4 billion. “Our new, reformist Calvin Klein, Tommy Hil- His background also cov- prime minister welcomes figer and many more. This ers serving a chief of staff U.S. businesses to do trade company, partnering with to Prime Minister, Ahmed between the U.S. and Af- the Ethiopian government, and heading the Invest- rica and the U.S. and Ethi- has the first textile opera- ment Agency and Trade opia. We encourage the tion in Africa and now we and Industry Bureau in Ad- Africa diaspora – African have 53 factories in one dis Ababa, the capital of Americans – to do business place,” he said. Ethiopia. and strengthen this link,” One advantage the Another bonus for said Arega, who added that country offers is a large investors is Ethiopia’s promising areas for invest- workforce. Ethiopia’s 110 membership in the Africa ment include manufactur- VALERIE GOODLOE/L.A.SENTINEL million people includes Union, an organization of ing, telecommunications, L.A. Consul General, Birhanemeskel Abebe Segni and Ethiopian Ambassador, Fit- about 75 million young 55 African states encour- sum Arega welcome businesses to invest in Ethiopia and Africa. adults that Arega described {See ETHIOPIA A-10}

Community celebrates postal station named after Motown hit maker

By Cora JaCkson-Fossett Staff Writer

The popular tunes of singer Marvin Gaye echoed throughout the dedication ceremony that added his name to the Dockweiler postal station in South L.A. IAN FOXX PHOTO Thanks to legislation Brian Petetan, Fatherhood Forever nominee with his sponsored by U.S. Repre- son, Trina Braxton and Judge Mablean. sentative Karen Bass and passed into law by the By Cora JaCkson-Fossett Held on June 16, at the U.S. Congress, the station VALERIE GOODLOE/L.A.SENTINEL Staff Writer Long Beach Hilton Hotel, at 3585 S. Vermont Ave. is From left, Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, Congresswoman Karen Bass, Karla the event acknowledged now known as the Marvin Gordy Bristol, Zeola Gaye and family members and friends, surround the plaque des- Loving, caring and eight local men and one Gaye Post Office, an - ac ignating the Marvin Gaye Post Office. dedicated dads were saluted from Memphis, Tennessee, tion that pairs nicely with at the 17th Annual H.U.F. who nurtured their children the Marvin Gaye stamp, sign was unveiled desig- officials, community lead- cemented his place in Awards and Scholarship in the midst of daunting which was issued in April. nating the location’s new ers and many who are still the hearts of both Black Brunch sponsored by Judge odds. The affair included More than two hundred name. Gaye’s family was inspired by his music. and White America with Mablean and the Mablean the presentation of 15 schol- people shouted cheers and on hand to witness the oc- As one of the leading {See GAYE A-10} Ephriam Foundation. {See DADS A-10} applauded loudly as the casion along with elected artists of Motown, Gaye

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E. MESIYAH MCGINNIS/L.A. SENTINEL A-2 LASENTINEL.NET NEWS THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 Bernie Sanders Sole Candidate to Address the Black Press at National Convention BY STACY M. BROWN cians,” Moore said. including Biden, Harris, “That’s how he served NNPA Newswire In a poll commissioned Booker, and Texas’ Beto in Congress and it’s how he Correspondent by The Black Economic O’Rourke, Sen. Elizabeth has been running his cam- Alliance and conducted by Warren and Kirsten Gilli- paign – making sure no Every major newspaper Hart Research and brand. person, no group, no con- and news organization in Brossard Research, San- “The path to economic stituency is taken for grant- the country has labeled the ders currently trails former security is rocky for fami- ed. We thank you for your Black vote crucial to suc- Vice President, Joe Biden lies in America but that continued coverage of top- cess in the 2020 presiden- among Black voters. path is even rockier for ics that matter to all Amer- tial election, and statistics The poll, which meas- Black families who have icans – especially the show that African Ameri- ured how enthusiastic stared down decades of African American commu- cans are 60 percent more Black voters are about the government sponsored dis- nity – and look forward to likely to utilize and trust Democratic presidential crimination and institution- partnering with you to print-related resources for candidates, showed that 76 al racism,” Sen. Warren address these topics in the information than the gener- percent of respondents said told NNPA Newswire in an future.” al public. they were most enthusiastic email. Last month, Harris However, of the 24 can- about Biden; 64 percent “This campaign is cleared her schedule to didates seeking the Demo- said they were most enthu- about making our govern- attend and deliver a cratic nomination for presi- siastic about Sanders, who ment and our economy keynote address at the 75th dent, Senator Bernie finished ahead of Sens. work for everyone and anniversary celebration of U. S. Senator Bernie (I-VT) has openly reached out to Sanders (I-VT) is the only African American leaders like NAACP President, Derrick Kamala Harris of Califor- Black Americans will be on the San Francisco Sun- one that has agreed to Johnson and others, where he’s discussed the economic nia (53 percent) and Cory the frontlines of that con- Reporter newspaper where address key influencers of climate, voter suppression, jobs and other issues facing Booker of New Jersey (43 versation. The Black Press she said the Black Press the African American com- the Black community. percent). of America and its journal- was “more important than munity — the Black Press African Americans sur- ists are an integral part of ever before.” of America — at the Carolina’s Black voters in readers across the country, veyed said affordable how we make our democ- “The Sun-Reporter is National Newspaper Pub- 2016. including major markets healthcare, college and the racy work,” Warren said. an example of the signifi- lishers Association’s “This is our revolu- like New York, Los Ange- creation of more jobs with In a statement to NNPA cance of the Black press in (NNPA) annual convention tion,” said Sanders, who les, San Francisco, Wash- good benefits, were most Newswire, O’Rourke’s America,” Harris said at later this month in Cincin- will speak during the ington, St. Louis, Pitts- important. campaign said they’re the event held at the Hyatt nati, Ohio. NNPA Convention’s Life- burgh, Philadelphia, Hous- Sanders has openly grateful for the invitation to Regency Hotel in down- It’s no secret that time Legacy Award Black ton, Dallas, Baltimore, reached out to African speak to the attendees of town San Francisco. Sanders has work to do to Tie Gala, Friday June 28th Chicago and all of the American leaders like NNPA’s annual convention “There are issues that get his campaign message at 7:30pm at The Westin nation’s “swing” states. NAACP President, Derrick and wishes the 2020 candi- are unique to the Black through to African Ameri- Cincinnati Hotel. Also in “You’ve got to win Johnson and others, where date from Texas was able to community, and until we cans. “We thought we attendance will be former Black voters to win the pri- he’s discussed the econom- participate in the dialogue. have true diversity in the could do respectably in Ohio State Senator, Nina mary,” Lawrence Moore, a ic climate, voter suppres- “Beto believes we can- press we must rely on South Carolina, and we got Turner, a key surrogate for former Sanders delegate to sion, jobs and other issues not just pay lip service to papers like the Sun- decimated,” Sanders said in Sander’s 2016 campaign the Democratic National facing the Black communi- the problems faced by Reporter,” Harris said. a campaign memo released and co-chair of his current Convention, told NBC ty. communities and towns In addition to the deci- earlier this year in which he campaign for the Demo- News. In addition to Sanders’ often forgotten or written sion to skip the NNPA’s discussed losing the Black cratic nomination and pres- “It took [Sanders] a campaign office, NNPA off, but that we must also Annual Convention, with vote to Hillary Clinton in idency. while to grow into and Newswire has contacted listen to their ideas and the exceptions of Warren South Carolina. The NNPA represents learn the issues, but he’s each of the remaining 24 welcome them to be a part and O’Rourke, no other Clinton won an aston- Black-owned newspapers willing to listen and under- Democratic presidential of the solution,” the state- candidates responded to ishing 86 percent of South with millions of weekly stand, unlike other politi- candidates for comment, ment reads. our request for comment. Rep. Barragán Statement on Juneteenth SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE “On June 19, 1865, declared that all slaves of nation’s history. More than Develop Reparation Pro- more than six months after African descent located in 150 years later, Juneteenth posals for African Ameri- This week, Rep. the Emancipation Procla- Texas were indeed free. causes us to not only reflect cans Act, was first intro- Nanette Diaz Barragán mation went into effect, That historic day, now on the tragic, centuries- duced, and has been rein- (CA-44) released the fol- Union Major General Gor- remembered as Juneteenth, long enslavement of nearly troduced every session lowing statement on the don Granger arrived in marked the end of one of four million Africans and since then. I am proud to observance of Juneteenth: Galveston, Texas and the saddest chapters in our their descendants in the cosponsor this bill that will United States, but to form a commission to remain vigilant in the fight study the impact of slavery AFFECTED BY THE RODRIGUEZ SETTLEMENT? to overcome racism, both and consider reparations institutional and societal, proposals for descendants that exists in our country of slaves. The uncon- today. The Juneteenth scionable devastation that observance serves as slavery has had on African CLAIM WHAT IS YOURS reminder that our nation Americans, and its role in FILE PHOTO still has work to do to over- Rep. Nanette Diaz America’s economic rise FOR YOU, FOR YOUR FAMILY come the great challenges Barragán (CA-44) has never been officially that communities of color recognized or addressed by and so many others face in ican communities continue the United States Govern- the pursuit for equality and to face the lingering effects ment. I believe that this bill justice.” of decades of further eco- and the implementation of “The horrors of slavery nomic, political and educa- a commission is a step in have had long-lasting tional suppression. Thirty the right direction as we impacts on our society. years ago, H.R. 40, the seek true equity and unity Many of our African Amer- Commission to Study and in our nation.” Congresswoman Wilson Leads Letter to Trump Administration on Proposed Cuts to Child Migrant Services SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE care of sponsors and instead housing them in Employment and training benefits are On Wednesday, June expensive, private deten- 12, Congresswoman Fred- tions centers. The average erica S. Wilson led a letter daily cost to care for a child available to prepare you or an immediate to Health and Human Serv- at the unlicensed, privately- ices Secretary, Alex Azar operated Homestead facili- family member for a well-paying career. and the acting director of ty in South Florida, for the Office of Management example, is $750. By con- and Budget, Russell trast, the cost per child at • Vocation training scholarships Vought, urging them to state-licensed facilities, • College scholarships reconsider planned funding which generally have better cuts to services provided to conditions, is $256 per day. • Paid work experience unaccompanied minors in The Office of Refugee federal detention. Resettlement recently Congresswoman Frederica • Employment assistance The administration has announced that it is S. Wilson is a fourth-term announced that it is cancel- expanding the Homestead Congresswoman from • Support services ing English classes and shelter for a second time Florida representing parts • Tattoo removal services other educational activities, this year, in addition to of Northern Miami-Dade recreational activities, and opening another unlicensed and Southeast Broward legal aid for detained chil- influx facility in Carrizo counties. A former state dren due to budget con- Springs, Texas. legislator and school princi- straints. The letter, which “This administration pal, she is the founder of Need a Claim Form? Visit gangcase.com the 5000 Role Models for was co-signed by 19 other has shown a disturbing dis- Excellence Project, a men- ◆ May transfer benefits to a family member ◆ members of Congress, crit- regard for the mental and toring program for young icized the decision as a vio- physical health of children males at risk of dropping lation of the Flores Agree- in its custody, who are out of school. Los Angeles Reconnections Career Academy (LARCA 2.0) is a ment, which regulates the spending weeks and often services and care that must months in detention condi- would be demoralizing and jobs and education program available exclusively to class migrant children must tions that are tantamount to are almost certain to exac- members in the case of “Rodriguez vs. City of Los Angeles” receive while in custody. house arrest. I am deeply erbate mental health stress- The lawmakers also concerned about the long- es. These services are vital condemned the administra- term harm that they are to the children’s health and tion’s mismanagement of inflicting on this vulnerable well-being and I strongly For general assistance: 213-744-9008 funds intended for child population,” said Con- urge Secretary Azar and Program Information: http://bit.ly/LARCA2 migrant services, highlight- gresswoman Wilson. Mr. Vought to reverse this ing a failure to expeditious- “Ending educational barbaric decision,” she ly release children into the and recreational activities added. A-4 LASENTINEL.NET NEWS THURSDAY, JUNE 13, 2019 THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 NEWS LASENTINEL.NET A-3

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to transition into new lead- ership under Wilson. “It’s amazing to see an organization where every- one believes in the mission and is just passionate about what they do,” she says of her team and supporters, adding, “that’s been phe- nomenal.” As wife and mother of two daughters, the eldest, 23, and youngest, 18, she says this a great time to be able to focus on her career. COURTESY PHOTO The self-proclaimed “work- Lena Wilson aholic” is eager to get into the swing of things under- By SAyBiN ROBERSON woman, it means so much standing her daughters are Contributing Writer to be recognized for her in full support of her life- abilities and contributions long purpose. Throughout COURTESY PHOTO Vista Del Mar Child and in the nonprofit industry. the years, Wilson has been Lena Wilson posing in front of Vista Del Mar sign as first Black president and CEO Family Services welcome Wilson, working in the working to create spaces new leadership, appointing field of child welfare for for minorities to have a break systemic chains. being a major challenge in her heart and her grati- the first ever Black Presi- over 25 years, discovered seat at the table in efforts Now at Vista Del Mar, to all nonprofits, Wilsontude is high. Inspired by the dent and CEO, Lena Wil- her passion at the young to garner resources that af- her goals are to make sure ultimately wants to help resilience of the children son, J.D. age of 19. Hailing from fect real change within the the organization is reflec- everyone reach their high- she serves and protects, Along with being the Lansing, Michigan, she system. tive of the change in the est potential. Believing the Wilson is ready to take on first Black woman, studiedshe at the University Of “We normally don’t see population, as well as more community as a source of this new task and make his- also stands as the second Detroit Mercy for all of her the resources that we need inclusion of the commu- support is undoubtedly the tory for herself and her sur- woman in 100-year history accolades, working in her in our communities to see nity. way to better each person roundings. to hold this position. With home state her entire career that change that needs to “We need to reflect theon every level. “We are our commu- so much history to create until accepting the position happen,” she says of the community, the work that “As you move forward nity both individually and for herself, Wilson looks at Vista Del Mar. imbalances minorities face, we’re doing, the families in life, never forget to reach collectively and we are forward to her title. “This is kind of a call- continuing, “things are not that we’re working with back and grab someone responsible for each other, “It feels phenomenal ing for me. I felt so blessed done usually with us, but to now. How we’re in the else’s hand and take them we are our brother’s keep- to work so hard to finallythat somehow I’ve been us.” Igniting the fire to push community and how we along with you for the ers. And we have to re- have a place at the deci- prepared for this, this jour- for empowerment of mi- appreciate the community ride,” she states explaining member that.” sion-making table where ney and this particular norities and strive for better and want to hold it up,” she her life mantra noting the To learn more about you can actually affect move,” says Wilson. Her communities, Wilson uses states. importance and value of an Vista Del Mar Child and change,” Wilson expresses. excitement is also met by a her passion to serve chil- With the lack of op- opportunity. Family Services visit their Explaining how as a Black welcoming and eager team dren and their families to portunities and resources Her mantra is imprinted website at vistadelmar.org.

In this June 20, 2014, file photo, Civil War re-enactors Lt. James Hayes, from left, Samuel Stephenson and Marvin-Alonzo Greer participate in a Juneteenth celebration In this Tuesday, June 19, 2018 photo, Zebiyan Fields, 11, at center, drums alongside at the Atlanta Cyclorama and Civil War Museum in Atlanta. (KENT D. JOHNSON/ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION more than 20 kids at the front of the Juneteenth parade, in Flint, Mich. JAKE MAY/THE FLINT JOURNAL VIA AP, FILE VIA AP

By JESSE J. HOLLAND now they say they worked tions in almost every state nity gathering ... It’s re- Tulsa, Oklahoma, Denver 19, 1865, was actually Associated Press them, six months after that. this year. ally more huge parties and and Marietta, Georgia, to when the people and the Six months. And turn them Black Texans took the huge parades and big con- free genealogy workshops entire country was actually A holiday that is spread- loose on the 19th of June. holiday with them as they certs, but always bringing outside of Washington, free.’’ ing across the U.S. and That’s why, you know, we moved around the country in freedom. It’s all about D.C., to readings of the It’s also a day to re- beyond, Juneteenth is con- celebrate that day.’’ and overseas, Evans said, freedom.’’ Emancipation Proclama- member the sacrifices that sidered the oldest known It was June 19, 1865 and what started as a local More than 150 cities tion. were made for freedom in celebration commemorat- when Maj. Gen. Gordon celebration went interna- will have Juneteenth cel- Agboga, Evans and oth- the United States, espe- ing the ending of slavery in Granger and his Union tional. ebrations this year, Evans ers are working to make cially in these racially and the United States. troops arrived at Galveston Forty-six states and said. sure Juneteenth celebrators politically charged days, It was originally cel- with news that the war had the District of Columbia Each celebration is dif- don’t forget why the day Agboga said. ebrated on June 19, the ended and that the enslaved recognize Juneteenth as ferent, from parades in exists. ``Our freedoms are day that Union soldiers in were now free. a state holiday or day of places like Philadelphia, ``In 1776, the country fragile, and it doesn’t take 1865 told enslaved African Granger delivered Gen- recognition, like Flag Day. Chicago, New York, At- was freed from the British, much for things to go back- Americans in Galveston, eral Order No. 3, which Countries like South Ko- lanta, San Francisco and but the people were not all ward,’’ she said. Texas, that the Civil War said: ``The people of Texas rea, Ghana, Israel, Taiwan, Houston, to concerts in free,’’ Evans said. ``June had ended and they were are informed that, in accor- France, and the U.S. terri- free. dance with a proclamation tory of Guam have held or Celebrations include pa- from the Executive of the now hold Juneteenth cel- rades, concerts, and read- United States, all slaves are ebrations. ings of the Emancipation free. This involves an ab- A resolution recogniz- Proclamation. This year, solute equality of personal ing Juneteenth as a national Juneteenth will also feature rights and rights of proper- holiday passed the Sen- the first congressional hear- ty between former masters ate last year, but the ac- ing in more than a decade and slaves, and the con- companying resolution has on reparations for slavery. nection heretofore exist- not been approved in the Here’s a look at the holi- ing between them becomes House. day and its history: that between employer and REMEMBERING BEGINNINGS hired labor.’’ THE PAST The celebration started The next year, the Juneteenth celebrations with the freed slaves of now-freed slaves started used to revolve around the Galveston, Texas. Although celebrating Juneteenth in church with speeches and the Emancipation Procla- Galveston, and the celebra- picnics, said Para LaNell mation freed the slaves in tion has continued around Agboga, museum site co- the South in 1863, it could the nation and the world ordinator at the George not be enforced in many since. Washington Carver Muse- places until after the end of WHAT DOES JUNE- um, Cultural and Genealo- the Civil War in 1865. TEENTH MEAN? gy Center in Austin, Texas, Laura Smalley, who was The term Juneteenth is a which has one of the only freed from a plantation near blend of the words June and permanent Juneteenth mu- Bellville, Texas, remem- nineteenth. The holiday has seum exhibits in the coun- bered in a 1941 interview also been called Juneteenth try. that her former master had Independence Day or Free- It changed around the gone to fight in the Civil dom Day. 1960s with the civil rights War and came home with- According to Dee Ev- movement, she said. out telling his slaves what ans, national director of ``It became a little had happened. communications of the more secular and stretched ``Old master didn’t tell, National Juneteenth Ob- over more than one day,’’ you know, they was free,’’ servance Foundation, there Agboga said. ``It became Smalley said . ``I think will be Juneteenth celebra- kind of a time of commu- THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 LASENTINEL.NET A-5 10th District WSC Holds Annual Scholarship Awards Luncheon SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE standing Career Achieve- ments Award. The 10th Council Dis- In addition, Wyomia trict Women’s Steering Tyus will be saluted with Committee (WSC) plans its the Outstanding Achieve- 34th Annual Scholarship ments in the Field of Sports Awards Luncheon on Sat- Award for her international urday, June 29, 11 a.m. to 4 and domestic accomplish- p.m., at the Proud Bird, ments. Tyus, a four-time 11022 Aviation Blvd. in Olympic Gold Medalist Los Angeles. The theme, and lifetime WSC member, “Embracing and Inspiring will sign copies of her new FILE PHOTO FILE PHOTO FILE PHOTO the Future,” reflects WSC’s book, “Tigerbelle.” Congresswoman Council President, MWD Chair, COURTESY PHOTO Wyomia Tyus focus on education, women “This promises to be Karen Bass Herb Wesson Gloria Gray and diversity. one of the most outstanding “The scholarships are staff writer, will be the and all major credit cards years ago by then-CD10 Congresswoman Karen luncheons that the 10th named for David S. Cun- emcee. The Rev. J. Edgar are accepted. Councilmember Cunning- Bass will be the keynote Council District WSC has ningham, Jr., the WSC Boyd, pastor of First AME Partnerships, sponsor- ham, then-Assemblymem- speaker as well as honored hosted and the event founder; lifetime members Church of Los Angeles, ships and advertisements in ber Maxine Waters, CD10 with the Lifetime Achieve- includes a posthumous trib- Geneva Cox, Johnabel will be a special guest. the tribute journal are also Senior Field Deputy Geneva ment Award for her out- ute to Aretha Franklin, the Gentry and Gladys Wes- Inviting the public to available. For information, Cox, along with other standing political, public Queen of Soul, and a silent son, and our sponsors, the attend, Nunn said that tick- call (323) 735-0879 or 323- women who were political and community services. aunction,” said Jacqueline L.A. Department of Water ets are $150 for VIP seats 371-1071 or visit 10thcd- trailblazers in the city of Los Also, L.A. Council Presi- Nunn, WSC president. and Power, Supervisor and $75 for general admis- wsc/donate, smile.ama- Angeles and advocates for dent and CD10 Coun- “We will also honor Mark Ridley-Thomas and sion. Tickets can be ob- zon.com or vimeo.com/ family, youth, children and cilmember, Herb J. Wes- five outstanding graduates US Bank.” tained online at Eventbrite, 260154452. seniors to resolve economic, son, Jr., will receive the of Dorsey, Crenshaw, L.A. Elaine Gibbs and https://www.eventbrite.co About the 10th Council educational, health and safe- Man of the Year Award and High, L.A. Center for Nusoul will provide the m/e/scholarship-awards- District Women’s ty issues in our community. Metropolitan Water District Enriched Studies, Fairfax, entertainment and Cora luncheon-tickets- Steering Committee The 10thCDWSC is one of Chair, Gloria Gray will be and Hamilton High Jackson-Fossett, L.A. Sen- 63408649979. PayPal via The 10th Council Dis- the oldest organizations in recognized with the Out- Schools,” added Nunn. tinel religion editor and [email protected] trict WSC was founded 44 Los Angeles. Councilman Curren Price Hosts One of SoCal’s Hottest and Longest Fireworks Display SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE reality television competi- skip traffic and GO METRO. tion “The Four: Battle for Take the Expo Line to Expo Fourth of July celebra- Stardom;” Selenamos, the Park/USC Station. Exposi- tion in Expo Park features hottest Selena Quintanilla tion Park is right across the live musical entertainment, Tribute Band in Los Ange- street. Plan your trip here: family-friendly activities, les; and West Coast hip-hop www.metro.net/riding/trip- array of foods and All- pioneer Rodney O, plus planner/ American fireworks show other special guests! 2. Don’t care for the In celebration of Inde- The Fourth of July com- food trucks or vendors? pendence Day, Los Angeles munity festival in the NEW That’s OK! Small patio bar- City Councilman Curren 9th concludes with one of becue grills are allowed in Price will host a FREE, all- the most impressive and the DESIGNATED day family festival, culmi- patriotic fireworks display GRILLING AREA ONLY. nating with a 20-minute fire- COURTESY PHOTO COURTESY PHOTO in front of the Natural Histo- Rules will be strictly works show in Expo Park. Candice Boyd Selenamos ry Museum around 9 p.m. enforced. The picnic-style event, Each year the event draws 3. Pack a blanket and which gets underway at 11 ing wall and inflatable culinary specialties and kicking off at 2 p.m. with the tens of thousands of people. sweater for the evening. The a.m. on the South Lawn, jumpers. The holiday cele- plenty of tasty treats avail- sounds from one of South- Below are some tips to help fireworks extravaganza will features games and activities bration will include contests able for purchase. ern California’s most talent- families make the most of come to life at dusk so you'll for the entire family, such as and prizes for attendees, as Entertainment begins at ed R&B singer-songwriters, this year’s experience: want to be cozy when the face painting, a rock-climb- well as a wide variety of noon with live performances Candice Boyd, finalist from 1. Parking is LIMITED, main attraction begins. Garcetti Nominates Longtime DWP Employee as General Manager BY CITY NEWS SERVICE able Los Angeles, and our person to lead LADWP for- the last 35 years,” Adams announced that he will step tremendous difference at utility needs a leader with ward.” said. “I take our responsibil- down on Oct. 1. LADWP,” Garcetti said. Mayor Eric Garcetti has the experience and vision to Adams is currently the ity of ensuring the city’s “Dave’s commitment to The LADWP Board of nominated Marty Adams as help us realize that prom- DWP's chief operating offi- future success very serious- putting our customers first, Commissioners and Los the next general manager of ise,” Garcetti said Friday. cer, who has decades of ly.” reducing our reliance on Angeles City Council will the Los Angeles Depart- “Marty has played a critical experience with the utility Current general manag- imported water and embrac- consider Adams' nomina- ment of Water and Power. role in navigating the provider. er, David H. Wright, ing clean energy made a tion for confirmation. “LADWP is at the cen- department through some of “It will be a great honor ter of a generational transi- its toughest challenges, and to lead an organization that I tion toward a more sustain- I know that he is the right have been dedicated to for

L.A. County Aims to Sign Up Motels to House Chronically Homeless BY CITY NEWS SERVICE housing for chronically motel vouchers to help homeless individuals, but homeless individuals, but The Los Angeles we cannot let that stand in those rooms are normally County Board of Supervi- the way of helping the secured one-by-one in a sors voted recently in favor people who need us,” more time- and cost- inten- of a proposal to identify a Hahn said. “Using motel sive process. minimum of eight motels rooms as interim housing “By leasing motel countywide that could be allows us to help people rooms in bulk across the leased out as interim hous- off of the streets quickly county, we can quickly ing for chronically home- and buys us time while we increase the number of less individuals. work to find them a long- interim housing units that Supervisor Janice term home.” we can offer to people as a Hahn recommended ex- Hahn said the model comfortable, safe alterna- ploring master lease has already been used tive to encampments,” agreements with motels effectively. In April, Cal- Hahn said. and also seeing whether trans ordered homeless Adding sites to the the same motel parking individuals camped in the county’s Safe Parking lots could be safe parking Whittier Greenbelt to program would also give sites for homeless people leave the property. A local more people access to living in their cars or motel signed a master secure overnight parking recreational vehicles. lease agreement with the where they can connect The lease agreements county to provide dozens with services and case- would allow county out- of rooms while casework- workers who can help reach workers to offer ers assisted with long- them out of homelessness. chronically homeless indi- term solutions. The goal is to find one viduals living in encamp- Many of those once motel to participate in ments a place to settle in camped in the Greenbelt each of the county’s eight and access support servic- have already moved into geographic regions desig- es while waiting for a per- affordable or permanent nated as Service Planning manent home. supportive housing, ac- Areas by the Department “It is hard to find cording to Hahn. of Public Health. affordable long-term The county often uses A report is expected THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 A-6 LASENTINEL.NET OPINION THURSDAY,FEBRUARY 16, 2017 • DR. MAULANA KARENGA •

The celebration of free- freedom into being. And let interest is to act always to to the longest of human his- that consciousness and dom is to be encouraged us say with the Hon. Mar- free and uplift the people, tories, to a land and peoples commitment, let us reaf- and applauded everywhere cus Garvey, “No better gift to imagine and build the of great learning, profound firm in practice that in the and all the time, and the can I give in honor of the new and just communities, spirituality, exquisite art final analysis, any serious celebration of Juneteenth, memory of the love of my societies and world we all and bodies of sacred texts celebration of freedom June 19th as Emancipation foreparents for me, and in want and deserve. And as second to none. And let it requires ongoing efforts Day, is, of necessity, no ex- gratitude of the suffering our ancestors also taught, it remind us of their unjust and struggle to secure and ception. For freedom is so they endured that I might is to speak truth, do justice, and savage enslavement, sustain freedom and pass essential to our lives, our be free, no grander gift can be kind, pursue peace, and the Holocaust it brought, it on as a legacy for future concepts of ourselves and I bear to the sacred memory always do what is good. the great sacrifice and- sufgenerations. Anything less our understanding of what of the generations past than Moreover, to cel- fering, and the morally is diversion and self-decep- it means to live and flour- a free and redeemed Afri- ebrate rightfully, we must monstrous destruction of tion, hardly the hallmark ish as human beings. In ca,” i.e., both the Continent call our people by their human life, human culture and history of those coura- this context Min. Malcolm and Diaspora. rightful name, Africans, and human possibility. geous ones among us who X makes freedom the most To celebrate Juneteenth and describe their condi- Let us make this a day, used to say, sing and pursue DR. MAULANA KARENGA essential value in his ethi- rightfully and righteously tion as an imposed and then, a time of reflection, in practice this battle-cry: cal insistence on freedom, as a day of freedom is first coerced one, “enslaved,” remembrance and recom- “my mind is stayed on free- justice and equality as non- of all to have the right in- women are responsible not simply collapse their mitment, as well as one dom and I ain’t gon’ let no- negotiable needs and rights terpretation of what hap- persons, responsible not identity and condition into of food, festival and fun. body turn me ‘round.” of the human person. Thus, pened on that day, June only for the consequences one word, “slave,” as if it Indeed, it is important that he states that “freedom is 19, 1865, and to tell it in a of their actions, but also for were the natural condition we avoid transforming Ju- Dr. Maulana Karenga, essential to life itself” and way that honors and praises taking initiative and act- of a nameless, cultureless, neteenth into a Black 4th Professor and Chair of equally, “freedom is essen- our people, not the op- ing in their own image and non-historical being. There of July with imported min- Africana Studies, Califor- tial to the development of pressor. Surely, the Union interest. To act in our own is no respect or rightful iature flags, mindless bouts nia State University-Long the human being.” More- troops arrived with news image is to act as Black recognition of their iden- and binges of feasting and Beach; Executive Director, over, he says, “if we don’t of Lincoln’s Emancipation people, African people, tity, dignity and human- drinking, false conscious- African American Cultural have freedom we can never Proclamation. But that did who have both the right ity, if we call them simply ness about freedom, and Center (Us); Creator of expect justice and equal- not really free the enslaved and responsibility to exist “slaves,” as if they have no a perverse and pathetic Kwanzaa; and author of ity.” For “only after we Africans, it only offered as a self-conscious, righ- ancestral home, history or patriotism that teaches ha- Kwanzaa: A Celebration have freedom, does justice a legal ground for it that teous, freedom-fighting culture, and as if Blacks are tred of others, especially of Family, Community and and equality become a re- was not always or fully en- and justice seeking people. so identified with enslave- the weak, vulnerable and Culture and Introduction to ality.” forced. And even if it were It is to celebrate ourselves ment one needs no qualifi- dark peoples of the world. Black Studies, 4th Edition, It is this ethical insight rightly and fully enforced, and our awesome march er. Thus, we must call them Instead, let’s mark off the www.OfficialKwanzaaWeb- and emphasis on the priori- the people, themselves, thru human history with an enslaved Africans so that fields for the cultivation site.org; www.MaulanaK- ty of human freedom as the would still need to decide unapologetic sense of iden- when we tell their story it of a consciousness of our arenga.org. condition and context for to be free and act in free- tity, dignity and determina- reflects their and our real history and a commitment justice, equality and hu- dom in order for freedom tion. And to act in our own identity, rightfully links us to our ancestors. And in man flourishing that leadsto take hold in any real and Min. Malcolm to argue the relevant sense. right to pursue and achieve So, it’s not the news and JULIANNE MALVEAUX “freedom by any means troops alone that brought necessary.” This phrase is freedom. It was the con- not a claim to do even the scious decision of the unethical but is a corner- enslaved Africans to be stone in his ethics of self- free, to walk away from defense against oppres- the fields, to throw down I love graduations! I bles an urban space (Boston value of humanity. “Prac- sion, his reaffirmation their of tools in the yards, to thoroughly enjoy the sense is more than 2 hours away). tice your humanity daily,” the right of resistance and take off their aprons in the of achievement and pos- Its student body is over- the cellist said. He offered his call for a courageous kitchens and their colonial sibility that permeates the whelmingly White, with solid and stirring advice commitment to give all costumes in the parlors and air. Graduations signify an nonWhite students (which in an extremely graceless that’s necessary to be free walk defiantly out. And -fi ending, but the term “com- includes African American, age. And then he played the men and women, and stand nally, it was their decision mencement” is used to sig- Latin, Asian American, cello. upright and worthy among to stop the horses, get out nify beginnings since they Native American, and oth- While Yo-Yo Ma didn’t persons, peoples and na- of the buggy, and let Miss are not only an opportunity ers) representing less than mention the name of the tions of the world. Daisy and her man drive to mark completion, but 15 percent of the popula- cretin in the House that So, when we celebrate themselves or walk wearily also to mark the beginning tion. The cost of attendance Enslaved People Built, Juneteenth, drink the red back to that house of hor- of a new chapter of life. at Dartmouth exceeds Maxine Waters, calling for soda water, eat the barbe- rors they called home. In some ways, commence- $60,000. activism certainly did. Like cue, turn up the music, and Secondly, we must rec- ments, regardless of the UDC an urban, land- Julianne Malveaux Yo-Yo Ma, she encouraged march and dance in the ognize and respect the fact college or university, with grant HBCU, has several is an author and econo- students to find their voices. streets, let’s not forget to that there was a psychology the pomp and circumstance, campuses, including a mist. Her latest project The fiery Congresswoman stay focused on freedom. of freedom needed then and the ritual robes, the rousing flagship campus inMALVEAUX! upper On UDC- urged them to activism. And let’s remember and the same is needed now. We speeches, the tearful fami- Northwest, DC and a com- TV is available on you- She took on hypocrisy in continue the struggles of must, as our ancestors, will lies. The two commence- munity college not too far tube.com. For booking, tones far more strident than our ancestors which gave ourselves to be free and act ments I attended during this from Union Station. Its wholesale inquiries or for Yo-Yo Ma’s, but she was birth to hope and brought accordingly. Free men and graduation season shared student body is predomi- more info visit www.juli- equally inspirational. And those characteristics, but in nately minority. Tuition at annemalveaux.com. while Yo-Yo Ma didn’t the Los AngeLes sentineL many ways, they could not the flagship campus is a tackle public policy much, have been more different. bit over $5000. Most UDC abused. He challenged stu- Waters did, focusing on the I attended the com- students are part-time stu- dents to be human beings oppressive legislation that mencement at the Universi- dents; most Dartmouth stu- before they are profession- has been characteristic of DANNY J. BAKEWELL SR. ty of the District of Colum- dents attend full-time. The als or careerists. Most inter- this administration. Executive Publisher / CEO bia because my dear friend UDC student body is pre- estingly, he urged stillness. The similarity in the and fearless leader, Rev. dominately female, while He said, “Learn to listen two commencement ad- JENNIFER J. THOMAS Jesse Jackson received an Dartmouth didn’t admit its to the voice in the wilder- dresses lay in the call for Publisher honorary degree. Congress- first women to the college ness. Learn to be the voice self-awareness, disrup- KENNETH R. THOMAS woman Maxine Waters also until 1973. in the wilderness.” What tion, humanity, and focus. Publisher / CEO (1983-1997) received an honorary de- While Congresswoman a message to give a group While many students don’t RUTH WASHINGTON gree and delivered the com- Waters was the commence- of young people who will remember their commence- Business Manager / Publisher (1948-1990) mencement address. Nearly ment speaker at UDC, the easily earn six figures uponment speaker, it is unlikely COL. LEON WASHINGTON JR. a month later, I attended the cellist Yo-Yo Ma was the graduation, many headed that students at either UDC Founder / Publisher (1933-1974) commencement ceremony commencement speaker to Wall Street, Silicon Val- or Dartmouth will forget the PAMELA A. BAKEWELL at Dartmouth College, at Dartmouth. I’m not ley, and the venture capital speakers they experienced. Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Officer where my beloved godson, sure what my expectations world! If I didn’t know any And while the students are DANNY J. BAKEWELL JR. Matthew Elijah Brown, were of the cellist, but he better, the gentle Yo-Yo Ma demographically different, Executive Editor / Chief of Staff earned his undergraduate exceeded them! He deliv- could have been delivering one can hope that the call to BRENDA MARSH-MITCHELL degree. ered provocative and chal- a rebuke to the current in- “practice humanity” is one Executive Assistant to the Publisher Member of the Board of Dartmouth is located lenging remarks in a still, habitant of the House that that will be heeded. It is, Directors (2004-2014) in bucolic Hanover, New soothing voice, reminding Enslaved People Built and perhaps a sign of the times, BRANDON I. BROOKS, Managing Editor Hampshire, miles away students that they have a the many other conform- that graduates have to be Entertainment Editor/Sports Editor/Advertising from anything that resem- power that should never be ists who do not embrace the ANGELA HOWARD, Production Designer {See MALVEAUX A-13} Family Editor / Circulation / Distribution CORA JACKSON-FOSSETT, Religion Editor Production Designer / Staff Writer LAUREN FLOYD, Staff Writer Assistant to the Managing Editor BRIAN CARTER, Staff Writer Copy Editor ALAN BRAXTON, Sports Writer Copy Editor E. MESIYAH MCGINNIS, Photographer / Videographer Copy Editor NIELE ANDERSON, Digital Editor CLIFFORD RUSSELL, Advertising TAMARRA WILLIAMS, Classified

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Copyright © 1998 Los Angeles Sentinel Entered as Second Class Matter March 2, 1947 at the Post Office of Los Angeles, California Under the Act of MARCH 24, 1879 Established 1933. THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 NEWS LASENTINEL.NET A-7 Music Producer Killed in Shooting, Second Man Wounded BY CITY NEWS SERVICE 78th Street, said Los Ange- Wakefield, also known Wakefield and a friend les Police Department Offi- as DJ Official, was a Gram- were shot while sitting in a An investigation was cer Tony Im. No arrests my-winning music produc- vehicle, Channel 4 reported. continuing today into the have been reported. er who worked with artists Whoever shot them sped off killing of a music producer Leslie Andre Wakefield like Cardi B, Chris Brown, in a black SUV, possibly a who was shot outside his Jr., 26, of Los Angeles, died and the late Nipsey Hussle, 2014 Ford Expedition, that home in South Los Angeles at a hospital, according to according to NBC4. was last seen headed east on along with another man, the coroner's office. The “He wasn’t in a gang,” 78th Street toward Western who was hospitalized. other man, whose name his cousin, Ty Guerrero Avenue, Im said. The shooting occurred was not released, was hos- told the station. “He wasn’t Anyone with informa- about 4:10 p.m. Friday in pitalized in unknown con- in any type of trouble. He tion on the case was urged COURTESY PHOTO the 1900 block of West dition. didn't fight. ...” to call 877-LAPD-247. Leslie Andre Wakefield Jr. Police Say Video Depicts Shoplifting Preceding Heated Clash at backing up their assertion Another snippet of video The store decided not to tried to kick officers several express an opinion until the that adults and not just a later shows a little girl with a prosecute and no charges times when they arrested investigation is completed. child were shoplifting before doll in a box walking out of have been filed. him on suspicion of driving The bystander’s video a videotaped encounter dur- the store accompanied by The couple, who is under the influence of mari- comes amid an investigation ing which Phoenix officers adults. Black, filed a $10 million juana. by police departments in AP PHOTO/ROSS D. FRANKLIN pointed guns and yelled pro- A police statement last claim against the city alleg- One Tempe officer used Phoenix and other cities into Dravon Ames, left, and fanities at a family. week about the incident in ing civil rights violations as a a stun gun on Ames because a database that appears to Iesha Harper pause as they The release came just late May states Dravon precursor to a lawsuit. The he thought he was trying to catalog thousands of bigoted listen to a question during hours before a community Ames told police he threw a race of the officers is not grab the other officer’s gun, or violent social media posts a news conference at Phoenix City Hall, Monday, meeting with the city’s pair of stolen underwear out known. according to documents. by active-duty and former June 17, 2019, in Phoenix. mayor and police chief amid of his car. Police also say a Mayor Kate Gallego Phoenix police have not officers. Ames and his pregnant an outcry that has attracted woman traveling in a differ- and Police Chief Jeri responded to repeated ques- Williams, who is Black, fiancée, Harper, who had national attention. The cou- ent vehicle was arrested sep- Williams were expected at tions about whether the offi- has moved some officers to guns aimed at them by ple involved and civil rights arately for stealing alu- the Tuesday night meeting cers in the videotaped “non-enforcement” assign- Phoenix police during a advocates also were expect- minum foil. at a downtown church. encounter following the ments while the department response to a shoplifting ed to attend. A bystander’s video that Both have apologized pub- alleged shoplifting were looks into Facebook posts report say they don't A store video released by came to light last week licly for the way the aware of, or influenced by, she called “embarrassing accept the apologies of the police is difficult to follow shows officers aiming guns encounter was handled. Ames’ earlier case. Civil lib- and disturbing.” city's police chief and because it has been edited and yelling profane com- Ames has a pending case erties attorney, Sandra Sla- The database published mayor and want the offi- and the subjects’ faces are mands at Ames and his preg- on charges of aggravated ton said Monday the prior by Plain View Project earlier cers involved to be fired. blurred. It shows a man tak- nant fiancée, Iesha Harper, assault of a police officer in case was irrelevant. this month included nearly BY ANITA SNOW ing something from a dis- as she held their 1-year-old an unrelated case that fol- The police chief has said 180 posts tied to current Assoicated Press play rack and examining it, daughter. They say their 4- lowed a traffic accident in an investigation into the offi- Phoenix police officers that but it’s unclear what hap- year-old daughter had taken suburban Tempe, Arizona, cers’ actions is under way. disparage Muslims, Black Police released surveil- pened to the package when a doll from a store without last year. Court documents The Phoenix police union is people, transgender people lance video Tuesday aimed he walked off camera. their knowledge. say Ames unsuccessfully urging calm, saying it will not and other groups. O.J. Simpson Joins Twitter The account, @TheRe- thoughts and opinions on appeared on Twitter two Famer turned sportscaster Simpson, now 71, is liv- alOJ32 – which is not veri- just about everything. Now days after the 25th anniver- and actor was acquitted in ing in Las Vegas, where he fied by Twitter – went up there's a lot of fake O.J. sary of the June 12, 1994, 1995 of fatally stabbing and served about nine years in late Friday and had more accounts out there, so this slayings of his former wife, slashing the pair but found prison for an armed robbery than 151,000 followers by one, @TheRealOJ32 is the Nicole Brown Simpson, and civilly liable in 1996 in a at the Palace Station Saturday morning. only official one so it should waiter Ron Goldman amid wrongful-death lawsuit. hotel/casino, where sports COURTESY PHOTO The first post includes be a lot of fun. I’ve got a lit- others that use his name or Simpson has paid virtu- memorabilia was taken from O.J. Simpson video of Simpson, but with- tle getting even to do, so other terms affiliated with ally none of the $33.5 mil- a hotel room at gunpoint. out clarification of when or God bless, take care.” the case. lion in civil damages Simpson claimed the items BY CITY NEWS SERVICE where it was taped. A fake account with a The Pro Football Hall of assessed to him. had been stolen from him. “Hey Twitter world, this similar handle – substituting O.J. Simpson is using is yours truly,” Simpson said a capital I for the L – was Twitter to share “all my at the start of the video. created shortly after Simp- thoughts and opinions on “Now coming soon to Twit- son’s. just about everything.” ter, you'll get to read all my The Simpson account Thousands of Police Officers Outed JULY 1, 2019 in Slew of Racist Facebook Posts

BY STACY M. BROWN White said in a televised violence and racism in any READY FOR THE NNPA Newswire interview with ABC News. form. The overwhelming Correspondent “We included posts that majority of our seven-thou- we thought could affect pub- sand officers regularly act MINIMUM Far too many law lic trust and policing,” she with integrity and profes- enforcement officers – from said. sionalism,” Philadelphia Fra- rookies to the highest rank- “We also included posts ternal Order of Police Lodge WAGE ing – view African Ameri- that seemed to emit some #5 President John McNesby cans as “dogs,” and some sort of bias against a group said in a statement. punch in believing that, “it’s of people – whether if that’s Baker-White told the INCREASE? a good day for a chokehold.” a minority faith, a minority New York Times that the Others believe women race, ethnicity, immigration Facebook posts are far from in hijabs are tantamount to status, whatever it is. We isolated incidents and are “trash bags.” saw a number of posts that very disconcerting. Those of just some of appeared to denigrate those “One of the reasons that QUESTIONS ABOUT the alarming public posts on groups of people,” Baker- I don’t think it’s an individ- Facebook written by police White said. ual problem is that these officers in departments Philadelphia Police folks are talking to each PAID SICK across the country – they Commissioner Richard other. There are a lot of posts were identified by the Ross confirmed that an that have eight comments Philadelphia-based Plain investigation is underway in underneath them, and three LEAVE? View Project, a database that that city. of those comments are by chronicles police use of “We have reviewed the other police officers, and in social media. social media transcriptions those long comment threads Already, authorities in you provided and find many you often see a kind of pil- Philadelphia and St. Louis of them to be not only ing on,” Baker-White said. said they’ve opened an incongruent with our stan- “If one guy makes a Internal Affairs investiga- dards and policies, but also comment that’s sort of vio- We’re here to help! tion into the posts, which troubling on a human lent, another guy will say, number exceeds 3,000, level,” Ross said in a state- ‘Oh, that’s not enough, I according to the Plain View ment. would have hit him harder.’ Project. While some of the Face- ‘I would have shot him. ‘I 1-844-WAGESLA (924-3752) The departments thus far book posts, which also would have killed him.’ implicated are Dallas, Tex; included images of the Con- “It creates a space where [email protected] Denison, Tex.; Lake County, federate flag, have been officers feel like this is what Fla.; Philadelphia, Penn; deleted, the Plain View they should do or think, and http://wagesla.lacity.org Phoenix; St. Louis, Mo; Project provided screen- I fear that leads more offi- Twin Falls, Idaho; and York, shots of the posts in their cers to do and think this Penn. public online database. stuff,” she said. The Plain View Project, Since its establishment Baker-White acknowl- headed by Philadelphia- in 2017, the group has com- edges the tough job of law based attorney, Emily Baker- piled more than 5,000 posts enforcement in general. White, said its analysis from current and former “Yes, police officers determined that at least 328 officers, both in big cities have an incredibly hard active-duty police officers such as Dallas and in small- job,” she said. “There’s posted content that champi- er jurisdictions like Lake probably an incredible oned violence against Mus- County, Florida. amount of PTSD; there’s an lims, immigrants and The St. Louis Police incredible amount of stress. African Americans. Officers’ Association said it But, it’s not OK then to say, “We found a very high has contacted the Council on ‘Let’s go get these animals and concerning number of American Islamic Relations tonight.’” posts that appear to endorse, to set up a meeting but To view the entire celebrate or glorify violence declined further comment. report, visit https://www. As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and vigilantism,” Baker- “We strongly condemn plainviewproject.org/ and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. A-8 NEWS A-8 LOSLASENTINEL.NET ANGELES SENTINEL OPINION THURSDAY,THURSDAY, DECEMBER JUNE 20, 26, 2019 2013

opportunity divide and more information visit Jobs {continued from Pg. A-1} national youth unemploy- leadersup.org. ment crisis. LeadersUp About LA Sentinel for communities in South Taste of Opportunity jobs provides professional de- LA Sentinel, owned L.A. and help drive the eco- pavilion again this year. Job- velopment training and by Danny J. Bakewell, nomic growth by investing seekers will be able to speak career opportunities via Sr., president & CEO in the young people who with employment counsel- its Future at Work Sum- of Bakewell Media, is will shape the future of Los ors and register to attend the mits in Chicago, Los An- an 86-year old, African Angeles.” LeadersUp Future at Work geles and the Bay Area/ American Newspaper and LeadersUp will identify, Summit the following week. Silicon Valley, to connect multi-media hub, embed- train and connect diverse There, job-seekers will have young adults who are out ded in the heart of South talent with employer part- a chance to interview and of work and not in school Los Angeles’ Black Com- ners, including members of get hired on the spot for ca- behind or remains discon- Chairman & CEO of LA with employers in need munity. Bakewell is also a LeadersUp’s Fair Chance reers in transportation, con- nected, all communities Sentinel. of talent. For the last fivecivil rights and community Coalition of companies that struction, retail, healthcare, throughout Los Angeles About LeadersUp years, uplifting the un- activist, and entrepreneur have adopted inclusive hir- technology, and entertain- will suffer. Connecting Established in 2013 by tapped potential of young who is committed to the ing practices such as #ban- ment. the talent and potential of the Starbucks Corp. and adults has been a social improvement of the com- thebox, to consider a candi- “It’s time for a CALL South L.A. residents to our forward-thinking business and economic imperative munity, the welfare of the date’s qualification and not TO ACTION. There are op- growing economy is a true leaders, LeadersUp is an that LeadersUp has been youth, and lowering the their arrest or conviction portunities to advance the investment in the future independent 501(c)3 non- committed to by address- unemployment statistics record. At Taste of Soul conversation, practices and of Los Angeles. It’s not profit and talent develop- ing business -hiring needs of African Americans and Family Festival, on October outcomes for our future too late; in fact, it’s about ment accelerator that works with a pipeline of ready- other people of color. 19, LeadersUp will host the workforce. If talent is left time,” said Bakewell, Sr. to address the burgeoning to-work young adults. For US, Iran voice resolve in brinkmanship, say war not sought

By Matthew Lee front any challenge from “The United States Associated Press Iran. He said the military is does not seek conflict ready to respond to any at- with Iran,” Shanahan said, The United States and tack by Iran on U.S. inter- describing the move as Iran said Tuesday they were ests or Iranian disruption of intended “to ensure the not seeking war with each international shipping lanes safety and welfare of our other as tensions simmered through which much of the military personnel work- between the two in the Per- world’s oil supplies flow. ing throughout the region sian Gulf and President Pompeo said Trump only and to protect our national Donald Trump vowed the wants to re-establish a deter- interests.” He said the U.S. U.S. would respond to any rent to Iranian threats. will continue to adjust attack. “President Trump does troop levels as needed. “We have a lot of things not want war, and we will This image released by the U.S. Department of Defense on Monday, June 17, 2019, Shanahan abruptly going with Iran,” Trump continue to communicate and taken from a U.S. Navy helicopter, shows what the Navy says is the Islamic Revo- stepped down Tuesday be- told reporters as he left the that message, while doing lutionary Guard Corps Navy after removing an unexploded limpet mine from the M/T fore his formal nomination White House for a campaign the things that are necessary Kokuka Courageous. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE VIA AP ever went to the Senate, event in Florida. “We’ll see to protect American inter- citing a “painful” family what happens. Let me just ests in the region,” he told Similarly, measured The Pentagon respond- purposes to address air, situation, and Trump said say this: We are very pre- reporters. sentiments of resolve came ed by ordering the addi- naval, and ground-based Army Secretary Mark Es- pared.” Pompeo said he made the from Iran, where President tional troops to the region, threats” in the Mideast. per would be the new act- Trump’s comments trip to meet with command- Hassan Rouhani said “we including security forces came just hours after he ers who would be responsi- do not wage war with any for added surveillance and announced the sudden de- ble for any operations in the nation” but Iranians will intelligence-gathering. parture of acting Pentagon Gulf to ensure that Amer- withstand mounting U.S. The U.S. accuses Iran chief Patrick Shanahan, jolt- ica’s diplomatic and mili- pressure and prevail in the of attacking two tankers ing the Defense Department tary efforts are coordinated brinksmanship. near the Persian Gulf; the only a day after he signed “to make sure that we’re in Iran announced on Iranians deny responsibil- off on sending an additional the position to do the right Monday that it could soon ity. With details murky and 1,000 troops to the Middle thing.” start enriching uranium no one owning up to the East to counter Iran. The “right thing,” he to just a step away from attacks, the Pentagon re- On a visit Tuesday to said, “is to continue to work weapons-grade levels, a leased new photos intended This image released by the U.S. Department of U.S. Central Command in to convince the Islamic re- challenge to Trump’s as- to bolster its case. Defense on Monday, June 17, 2019, is a view of hull Florida, Secretary of State public of Iran that we are surances to allies that the In announcing the new penetration/blast damage on the starboard side of the Mike Pompeo said he was serious and to deter them U.S. withdrawal from the deployment before he re- motor vessel M/T Kokuka Courageous, which the Navy confident the U.S. is takingfrom further aggression in deal last year made the signed, Shanahan said the says was sustained from a limpet mine attack while the necessary steps to con- the region.” world safer. forces are “for defensive operating in the Gulf of Oman, on June 13th.U.S. DEPARTMENT Attorney: Man killed at Costco was mentally ill, off meds

dition, Galipo said. scious, the attorney said. part of the department’s “It’s unclear whether The officer, who has administrative probe, she will survive,” he said. been with the LAPD Winslow said. He is on French’s father, Rus- for seven years, was in- paid administrative leave sell French, is in serious terviewed Monday by that is mandatory after an condition but is con- LAPD investigators as officer-involved shooting.

A Costco employee talks on the phone following a shooting within the wholesale outlet in Corona, Calif., Friday, June 14, 2019. An off-duty LAPD officer opened fire inside the store, killing a man said to be of special needs and wounding his parents, sparking a stampede of shoppers, the Corona police Lt. Je Edwards said..WILL LESTER/INLAND VALLEY DAILY BULLETIN/SCNG VIA AP

By Stefanie Dazio on Monday that the of- his medication due to oth- Associated Press ficer was holding erhis health complications, 1½-year-old son when which may have affected A man fatally shot in a French knocked him to his behavior Friday night, Southern California Costco the ground and he brieflyGalipo said. store was mentally ill and lost consciousness. When It was not clear what off his medication when he he came to, Winslow said, medications he had been pushed or slapped an off-duty “he believed his life and taking or when he stopped police officer who opened fire his son’s life were in im- taking them. and killed the man and criti- mediate danger” and fired “It was my understand- cally wounded the man’s par- his handgun. ing that it just kind of ents, the lawyer for the man’s Galipo said he’d been helped him stay calm and family said Tuesday. told the officer identifiednot have any problems,” Attorney Dale Galipo said himself as a policeman be- said Galipo, adding French he didn’t know if there was fore he shot. had no history of violence any exchange between the of- French, 32, of River- and that family members ficer and Kenneth French be- side, lived with his par- have described him as gen- fore the violence at the store ents and family members tle and non-verbal. in Corona, east of Los Ange- believe he suffered from French’s mother, Paola les. Corona police have said schizophrenia, Galipo said. French, remains uncon- French “attacked” the officer He and had been taken off scious and in critical con- “without provocation” but Galipo said that overstated what French did. JAZZ RECORDS “I would hardly charac- WANTED terize it as an attack,” Galipo told The Associated Press, de- Top Dollar For Your scribing it as an “open-handed Jazz Records, R&B, Blues push or slap” to the police- man’s back. “It certainly does We Come to you, or come to me not justify killing someone.” Mint Condition The officer’s attorney, 213-332-3624 David Winslow, told the AP A-8 NEWS LASENTINEL.NET THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 THURSDAY, THURSDAY, DECEMBER JUNE 20, 2019 26, 2013 OPINIONNEWS LOS ANGELES LASENTINEL.NET SENTINEL A-9A-9

Global InformatIon “He has been placed be- his family and lawyers. network hind glass cage (during tri- On June 4, 2017, Egyptian als). No one can hear him or authorities allowed Morsi Egyptian ex-president, know what is happening to to receive visits from his Mohammed Morsi, perse- him. He hasn’t received any family and lawyer for only cuted by the current military visits for a months or nearly the second time in nearly regime according to rights a year. He complained before four years,” wrote Human activists, collapsed on the that he doesn’t get his medi- Rights Watch stand and died after giving cine. This is premediated “Morsi’s treatment is a testimony in his trial, it was murder. This is slow death.” window into the appalling reported on state TV. The former president was conditions suffered by thou- Morsi, 67, had been known to have been suffer- sands of political detainees speaking from the glass ing from several ailments, in Egypt.” “cage” where he was con- including diabetes and liver In Turkey, President Re- fined during sessions. disease. He cep Tayyip Erdoğan reacted warned of “many secrets” he Morsi was elected in 2012 angrily to news of Morsi’s could reveal, when suddenly after the nation’s Arab Spring death. “History will never he collapsed. revolts that toppled the au- forget those tyrants who led The leader of the Muslim tocratic President Hosni In this May 8, 2014 file photo, Egypt’s ousted Islamist President Mohammed to his death by putting him Brotherhood was stricken by Mubarak, an ally of the U.S. Morsi sits in a defendant cage in the Police Academy courthouse in Cairo, Egypt. in jail and threatening him a heart attack, sources said. who ruled with an iron fist. On Monday June 17, 2019, Egypt’s state TV said the country’s ousted President with execution,” he said in State TV said Morsi died be- He led Egypt to become the Mohammed Morsi, 67, collapsed during a court session and died. AP PHOTO/TAREK EL-GABBAS, a televised speech. fore he could be taken to the first Arab state to join the -at And on Twitter, news- hospital. tack on Iraq but estranged his paper columnist, Hisham Mohammed Sudan, lead- people by the use of torture, ian group, Hamas. was ousted by the mili- Now, even Morsi’s op- Melhem wrote: “One could ing member of the Muslim denying freedom of speech, But his national leg- tary in 2013. Hundreds position has denounced argue #MohamedMorsi was Brotherhood in London, and enabling police violence. islation was a let-down of Muslim Brotherhood his treatment in prison not fit to be pres.of #Egypt, described Morsi’s death as Morsi improved relations to followers. He granted members were sentenced and the long time he spent that he was not a true demo- “premeditated murder” say- with the U.S., recognized himself unlimited powers to death following pro- in solitary confinement. crat & with known prejudic- ing that the former president the state of Israel, and devel- without judicial oversight ceedings that violated “Egyptian authorities es; but he was the first civil- was banned from receiving oped a working relationship or review. due process rights and unlawfully prevented for- ian democratically elected medicine or visits and there with President Obama that Soon, the young popu- failed to establish individ- mer President Mohamed in Egypt’s history. Not as was little information about brought temporary peace be- lation wanted Morsi to ual guilt, Human Rights Morsi from contacting brutal as those preceded his health condition. tween Israel and the Palestin- step down as well. HeWatch said. or receiving visits from him or the monstrosity that toppled him.”

Exposition Building was travel document. Ambi has to crack down. From Jan. by asking around that converted into an emer- been waiting every morn- 1 to June 12, only 24,600 Portland is good place for gency shelter. ing for six weeks. migrants arrived in Europe migrants. He said his next Portland officials “We just have to be pa- by sea, compared to 99,600 step is to start rebuilding tweeted Thursday that tient, because there is noth- over the same period in a life for himself and his rumors some of the mi- ing we can do,” he said. 2017, according to the In- family. grants are carrying the The explosion in immi- ternational Organization “I’d like to feel safe. I’d Ebola virus “are patently gration to the United States for Migration. like to build a decent life,” false,” and said that as from sub-Saharan Africa But IOM spokesman he said. “I need to start asylum seekers, they are coincides with a steep Joel Millman doubts the again.” in the United States le- drop in the migration flowmigrant path for Africans Selsky reported from gally. across the Mediterranean has swung over from Eu- Salem, Oregon. AP report- On Thursday after- to Europe after European rope to America. ers Elliot Spagat in Tijua- noon, families in the countries and two main Pombo, who was a na, Maria Verza in Tapa- In this June 13, 2019 photo, Prince Pombo speaks about Expo chatted in French embarkation points — Tur- teacher in Congo, learned chula, Mexico, contributed his family’s journey as migrants from Africa, at the Portland and Portuguese as chil- key and Libya — decided in an internet search and to this report. Exposition Building in Portland, Maine. With him is his wife, dren kicked a soccer ball Thaiz Neri and their daughter, Heaven. Maine’s largest city near rows of cots. One has repurposed the basketball arena as an emergency shel- of the men, 26-year-old ter in anticipation of hundreds of asylum seekers who are Prince Pombo, described headed to the state from the U.S. southern border. Most are himself as a pro-democ- arriving from Congo and Angola. AP PHOTO/ELISE AMENDOLA racy activist and said he had fled his native coun- WARNING try, the Democratic Re- by anDrew SelSky anD entry. public of Congo, because PatrICk wHIttle One recent Saturday in of political oppression. Crude oil, gasoline, diesel fuel, and other petroleum Associated Press Tijuana, there were 90 Cam- He went to neighbor- products can expose you to chemicals including toluene eroonians lined up to get on ing Angola, then flew to Undaunted by a danger- a waiting list to request asy- Brazil. There, he met a and benzene, which are known to the State of California ous journey over thousands lum that has swelled to about local woman and they to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive of miles, people fleeing7,500 names. Also on the had a baby they named economic hardship and hu- waiting list are Ethiopians, Heaven. Now 16-months harm. These exposures can occur in and around oil man rights abuses in African Eritreans, Mauritanians, Su- old, she giggled as she fields, refineries, chemical plants, transport and storage countries are coming to the danese and Congolese. played with her mother U.S.-Mexico border in un- Cameroonians gener- in the Expo. Pombo said operations, such as pipelines, marine terminals, tank precedented numbers, sur- ally fly to Ecuadorhis journey because from Congo trucks, and other facilities and equipment. For more prising Border Patrol agents no visa is required and take to America took three more accustomed to Spanish- about four months to reach years. information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/petroleum. speaking migrants. Tijuana. They walk for days More migrants are on Officials in Texas and in Panama through dense the way. Mexico is on even Maine are scrambling jungle, where they are oftenpace to triple the number The foregoing warning is provided pursuant to to absorb the sharp increase robbed and held in govern- of African immigrants it Proposition 65. This law requires the Governor of in African migrants. They are ment-run camps. They come is processing this year, up coming to America after fly- from Cameroon’s English- from 2,100 in 2017. California to publish a list of chemicals “known to ing across the Atlantic Ocean speaking south with horrify- Mbi Deric Ambi, the State to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity.” to South America and then ing stories of rape, murder from the English-speak- embarking on an often, har- and torture committed since ing part of Cameroon, is This list is compiled in accordance with a procedure rowing, overland journey. late 2016 by soldiers of the among them. In a recent established by the Proposition, and can be obtained In one recent week, country’s French-speaking interview in the southern agents in the Border Patrol’s majority, which holds power.Mexican city of Tapa- from the California Environmental Protection Agency. Del Rio sector stopped more A few days after the big chula, Ambi said he was Proposition 65 requires that clear and reasonable than 500 African migrants groups of African immi- waiting for a document found walking in separate grants were apprehended from the Mexican au- warnings be given to persons exposed to the listed groups along the arid land in Texas, federal officialsthorities that would al- chemicals in certain situations. after splashing across the Riodropped off dozens of them low him to proceed north Grande, children in tow. in San Antonio. Officials in to the U.S. He traveled That is more than double the Texas city sent out a plea overland through South BP AMERICA INC. and its subsidiaries EXXON MOBIL CORPORATION the total of 211 African mi- for French-speaking volun- and Central America af- (and under the trademarks its affiliates and subsidiaries grants who were detained by teers for translating work ter flying to Ecuador. ARCO and Castrol) the Border Patrol along the “and most importantly, mak- Human Rights Watch entire 2,000-mile (3,200-ki- ing our guests feel welcome.” says 1,800 people have SHELL OIL PRODUCTS US VALERO Refining and Marketing Company, lometer) U.S.-Mexico border Many were bused to Port- been killed and half a Ultramar Inc., and their affiliates in the 2018 fiscal year. land, Maine, about as far as million have fled their PHILLIPS 66, and subsidiaries “We are continuing to see one can get from the Mexi- homes in the Anglophone including its divisions and subsidiaries a rise in apprehensions of im- can border and still be in the regions of Cameroon (and under the trademarks 76) migrants from countries not continental United States. since late 2016. A United PBF Energy Western Region LLC normally encountered in our Word has spread among mi- Nations official says 4.3 AERA ENERGY LLC its affiliates and subsidiaries area,” said Raul Ortiz, head grants that the city of 67,000 million people need hu- of the U.S. Border Patrol’s is a welcoming place. Somali manitarian assistance. Tesoro Refining & Marketing Company LLC Del Rio sector. refugees were resettled in “We don’t have jobs and its affiliates (and under the trademark ARCO The immigrants in Texas Portland in the 1990s. in the English part, the and USA Gasoline and licensee of am/pm, were mostly from the Repub- A total of 170 asylum educational system is lic of the Congo, the Demo- seekers arrived in recent poor, they are looking at Shell, Thrifty, and ExxonMobil trademarks) cratic Republic of the Congo days. Hundreds more are- usex as dogs,” Ambi said as and Angola. Cameroonians pected in an influx thata crowdCity of migrants jos- have also been traveling up Manager Jon Jennings called tled outside an immigra- For more information, please call: through Mexico and into the unprecedented. With one tion center in Tapachula, 1-800-523-3157 U.S. in larger numbers and shelter already full, a basket- waiting for their names to 06-19 seeking asylum at ports of ball venue called the Portland be called to collect their

Press {continued from Pg. A-1} A-6A-10 LASENTINEL.NETLOS ANGELES SENTINEL NEWS NEWS THURSDAY,JANUARY THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 9, 2019 2014 future economy and the and sites dating from the “We have many cultur- politics of the world. We Middle Ages and older. al sites and historical des- are leading those endeav- In the town of Lalibela, tinations. Also, you visit ors in many ways by our thousands make yearly over 80 countries when role in the African Union. pilgrimages to the 11 you come to Ethiopia be- Ethiopia is the gateway to rock-hewn churches, built cause we have 80 different doing business in Africa.” from the 7th to the 13th cultures living in harmony As a tourist destination, centuries. Harar, which is as one nation,” explained Ethiopia offers few equals, considered the fourth holy Segni, who said there are insisted General Consul city of Islam, dates three beautiful mountains, hik- Segni. Long known for ofits its 82 mosques from the ing trails and lakes, too. roots to the world’s three 10th century. Ethiopian “Everywhere you go, major religions – Christi- Jews are credited with the culture, the music, the anity, Islam and Judaism, constructing Fasilides Pal- dances are tremendous Ethiopia contains several ace in the 17th century in and in Africa, we have ancient churches, castles Gondar. large animal centers and national parks in all areas. Americans can really fly to Ethiopia and get every- VALERIE GOODLOE/L.A. SENTINEL thing in one place,” Segni Ethiopian Ambassador, Fitsum Arega and L.A. Consul General, Birhanemeskel Abebe said. Segni. Agreeing with the gen- eral consul, Arega added, wise. “We would like to see Ethiopia {continued from Pg A-1} “The opportunities in Americans visit and invest Ethiopia and Africa are end- in Ethiopia and Africa. aging economic develop- Ethiopian business oppor- less. If you have been fol- Use this market. They ment and political stability tunities, he also encour- lowing news for the past few know what the customers between its members. Last aged investment possibili- years, the Chinese are paying in the U.S. really want, so month, the group ratified ties in Africa. Noting that huge attention to Africa and that’s why we encourage a continent free trade area many Chinese corporations the Indians and other Euro- them. There is a huge po- and according to Arega, are establishing firms and pean countries are as well,” tential!” “We are now witnessing building infrastructure said Arega. To learn more about the rebirth of borderless projects around the conti- “In the last three years, investment or tourism in Africa when it comes to nent, he recommended that 28 embassies have opened in Ethiopia or Africa, call trading among others.” both African American and Africa. People understand the VALERIE GOODLOE/L.A. SENTINEL (213) 365-6651 or visit While Arega promoted American firms do like- importance of Africa in the Ethiopian Ambassador, Fitsum Arega. ethiopianconsla.org

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KEEATIVE DESIGNS PHOTO Siara Davis, scholarship recipient, with her family and Judge Mablean.

IAN FOXX PHOTO the Founder’s Award, is a for Siara Davis as well, Actor, Wendell James and Pastor Donnie McClurkin IAN FOXX PHOTO father to his three sons and who received the Howard with Judge Mablean. Patrice Covington, Judge Mablean, Trina Braxton a village dad to a neighbor- University Continuing Stu- and Michael Colyar at the H.U.F. Awards. hood teenage girl. dent Award. L.A. attorney riam was also proud to pres- nelius Johnson, saxophon- Brian Petetan, the Fa- Margo Bouchet, a Howard ent scholarships awards to ist, Mike Phillips and Pas- arships to high school, col- been my experience that therhood Forever nomi- alumnus, sponsored the three students from Jeffer- tor Donnie McClurkin. lege, and nursing students. in a home where there is a nee, is a single parent, who award. This is the second son High School, which is A long supporter of the Explaining why she mother and father, the fa- changed his attitude and year that Davis qualified her alma mater. H.U.F. Awards, McClur- spotlights fathers, Eph- ther is the voice of reason work ethic after a stint for in the award and she said They are Ziara Bell, kin started attending the riam said, “In my opinion, and discipline and he sup- jail. Now, active in tutor- the support was a big as- Amariya Price and Breez- event with his father and fathers are the backbone ports that mother in raising ing youth, supporting char- sistance. ian Wilson. In addition, brought along his son this of a family. They set the the children,” she said. ities and attending CSU- “That money has al- H.U.F. awards went to year. When asked about his tone for the family. Fathers The diverse group of Dominquez Hills, Petetan lowed me to do a lot of Billie Jamison and Frankinvolvement, McClurkin teach the girls how they honorees illustrated the vowed to do even more community service trips Brown, Living Legacy said, “Lauding fathers is are supposed to be treated many contributions of fa- since receiving the award. while at Howard, so I didn’t nominees; Jason Sims and not something done in our by men and what to ex- thers that Ephriam cited. “I think that anything need to get an internship. Tony Tate, Love Cares Black communities, but pect from a man and that is A. Marquis Lacey, who you receive with recogni- I’m able to be on a pre-med nominees; and Jeremy Judge Mablean has tapped how they know that they’re received the Board of Di- tion should change your track so it’s really helped Glover, Volunteer of the into something that is really queens and are to be treated rectors Award, is a single outlook and how you dealme in a lot of aspects of my Year Award. giving us a platform to be royally. father who is successfully with people on a daily life,” said Davis, a future The program also fea- seen as nurturers, as loving, “Fathers teach our raising two young girls. basis,” said Petetan. His ob-gyn surgeon. tured celebrity presenters as securing, as someone young men how to respect, Eric Prudholm, a Special mother, Shirley, added, The scholarship re- Judge Tanya Acker, actress,giving, passing down in- care for and love a woman Award recipient, extended “He had a good start; he cipients included Beauty Trina Braxton, vocalist, Pa- formation from generation- and if we don’t emphasize love and guidance through- backslid and he overcame Asemota, Chaniya Dunn, trice Covington, actor/de- to-generation, showing the the role of the fathers, then out his 36-year-old daugh- these things. I know he willSymone Jackson, Emonni signer, Wendell James and true strength of fatherhood we destroy our society. ter’s life while serving a do well and have only good Mitchell, Leigha Onwu, actor, Denzel Whitaker, – that’s unsung.” Children need the guid- 37-year prison term. Dimi- things in his future.” Sydney Stephens and Alex- Comedian, Michael ance of both parents. It’s trius Lynch, who earned A bright future looms is Washington-Davis. Eph- Colyar, psalmist, Cor-

sor Mark Ridley-Thomas, {continued from Pg A-1} Gaye L.A. Councilman Marqueese Harris-Dawson and L.A. Postmaster, Joe Zapata de- livered similar comments about Gaye’s enduring lega- cy. Calling Gaye “one of the most influential music -per formers of his generation,” Zapata said, “The United States Postal Service is priv- ileged to have the name of legendary music icon, Mar- vin Gaye, forever associated L.A. City Council President Herb Wesson commended Marvin Gaye’s music during with the Dockweiler Post his comments.VALERIE GOODLOE/L.A. SENTINEL VALERIE GOODLOE/L.A. SENTINEL Office.” Councilman Marqueese Harris-Dawson shared re- Gaye’s niece, Karla marks at the ceremony. Gordy Bristol, offered a more intimate reflection songs such as “Ain’t That with it and I went to the about her uncle, recalling his Peculiar,” “How Sweet It Republican leadership and fun personality as well as his Is” and “Let’s Get It On.” said, ‘we got to get this kindness and thoughtfulness He ignited social justice done’ and they were on it. to his family. Bristol also campaigns with his 1971 I’m very happy that after read a letter from Gaye’s groundbreaking album, a long time, we’re getting son, Marvin III, who ex- “What’s Going On,” which this done.” pressed appreciation to Bass addressed contemporary is- Sharing his sentiments, and noted that his father is sues such as poverty, drug City Council President the first Motown artist to abuse, suffering and the Herb Wesson said, “It’s so have a stamp and post office VALERIE GOODLOE/L.A. SENTINEL Vietnam War. Proving that important that we take this named for him during the A big crowd came out for the dedication of the Marvin Gaye Post Office. his music remains popu- station and name it after record company’s 60th year lar, the crowd sang along an individual that not only celebration. vin, well done,” said Gaye’s at his post office! You can’t tion, the challenges that we and danced to his records, grooved us with his voice Marvin III is currently sister, Zeola. “Growing up get any better than that. face as a people and unfor- which served as a backdrop and wonderful music, but touring with his play about with my brother and hear- Thank you so much fromtunately, we still continue to the ceremony. he was also one of the firsthis father, “The Pride and ing him sing on the corners the family!” to face those challenges “I’ve always been a to come up with songs that Joy Marvin Gaye Musical.” and doo-wopping with his As the ceremony today,” she said. Marvin Gaye fan my whole had social significance and Also, Ron Brewington read group, I would have never closed, Bass reminded “When we listen to his life and when the family meaning and inspiration – a statement from Gaye’s thought in a million years the audience of the sig- music, we can be inspired approached me, I said ‘ab- things that made us to be children, Nona and Frankie,that I would be standing nificance of Gaye’s lyrics.and remember that the solutely, this is something proud of who we are, proud which conveyed their grate- here saying thank you for “Marvin Gaye had a mes- struggle continues. We’re we have to do,’” said Bass. of how we look, and proud fulness for the naming of the the post office being dedi- sage 30, 40-years-ago that not going to allow our- “I knew the Democrats of how we act.” post office. cated to him. resonates today. He talked selves to go backwards!” would not have a problem L.A. County Supervi- “I just want to say, Mar- You can buy his stamp about justice, discrimina- THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 NEWS/CLASSIFIED LASENTINEL.NET A-11 THURSDAY, JANUARY 9, 2014 NEWS LOS ANGELES SENTINEL A-7

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I recently had the cour- future lineage. little better? There must be age to carve out time and Let me pause and say a conscious effort to bring watch Ava DuVernay’s that I don’t believe all law about this change. Every- latest piece, “When They enforcement are preju- one is going to have to be See Us.” It was heart- diced or biased, but I do willing to release hurt and wrenching and brought think the feeling still per- pain from the past if there’s If that’s what you when you see within wants the best for them. me to tears. Not just be- meates in such a way that hope for a brighter future. think, then that’s how your grasp your dream I prayed to God, who cause I am a mother to really effects the poor and Years ago, when I was it will be. If you think come true, continue provided TFS with a a wonderful, bright and immigrants. This must going through counsel- nothing extraordinary prayerful and proactive- new 61 passenger elec- handsome Black man, but stop. If we, people of ing regarding some things will happen; then look ly to clinch, secure your tric bus! Persist. Believe. also because I am now a color, teach our children to from my past, I remember only for the ordinary to dream; completing docu- Pray. Trust. Regardless grandmother to a beauti- honor and respect the law the counselor telling me if happen. What does that ments correctly, submit- of others faithlessness; ful grandson (and grand- and the police, then the po- I wanted to see a change require? Faith that moves ting the application. Stay which may be in con- daughter) that I love and lice must earn that respect for future generations in mountains. Consistency. in posture to take advan- tradiction to your belief pray for daily. In my by treating all citizens with my family, I had to be will- Patience. It takes the tage of the opportunity… system (you don’t know prayers for them, I know the same respect. There ing to forgive and break “never give up” attitude equipped to accept the what they’re praying to). there is a level of prejudice must also be some sort of negative cycles. It had to and mind set. Don’t ex- dream blessing. Remem- Follow your long lived they may face, that many training that is mandated start with me. This was pect everything you hope ber Solomon? He didn’t faith. Be realistic to the of their counterparts will throughout the system to not what I wanted to hear. for will happen quickly. ask for himself, but he extent that what you are never have to think about, help break these chains Why did I have to be the Sometimes people de- asked how to rule such believing for is possible. simply because of the col- that have kept us caught up one to make the sacrifices sire for some things that a great people. Remem- If you think everything or of their skin. in such behavior. On the to forgive others that had may happen in a com- ber Jehoshaphat when will come from your As people of color, it flip side of the coin, I alsohurt me when I was inno- pletely different time the armies prepared to strength alone, that may doesn’t matter the pigmen- believe there needs to be a cent? Then I realized why range. It may happen for come against him and his not be possible. Do not tation of our skin, or where level of responsibility and not you, Wendy? Let’s all your children, grandchil- people…remember that? look at the things that are we might live. It is a cer- accountability by everyone put on our glasses so we dren, but it can happen. What did they do when seen; look at the things tain reality that we could to do the right thing and to can see what role we must Do not be surprised if it they wanted something unseen. For the things be pre-judged or have be mindful of their actions. play to improve our fami- doesn’t happen quickly. great that they could not that are seen are not per- bias placed upon us at any We shouldn’t have to walk lies, communities, the na- Don’t give up. There perform. They appealed manent. But those things given time. Although it on eggshells, but also don’t tion and the world. “Every are things I have hoped to the ONE who could that are unseen are per- can be a sensitive subject, provoke a situation that great dream begins with a and prayed for that took make it happen for them. manent and it is that there’s a group of people could bring about a nega- dreamer. Always remem- many years, more than a They sang, prayed, fast- Godly, heavenly chan- that live “privileged” lives tive reaction. ber, you have within you decade. Example: More ed, praised the God of all nel your blessings will where they never even What must we do to the strength, the patience, than ten years I wanted resources. Jehoshaphat come. think about anything hap- bring about change? We and the passion to reach and hoped for our TFS led his people in prayer pening to them by the law must take off the blinders for the stars to change the children at our schools and they sought mercy, Jeanette Grattan just because of the color from our eyes, put on our world.” -Harriet Tubman. to have a field trip bus.grace, I recognizing that Parker/Founder/Super- of their skin. The question glasses so we can see each had no idea at all where in and of themselves, intendent Today’s Fresh this brings me to is, when other as human beings Healing Without Hate: it would come from, nor they could not do it! But, Start Charter Schools will America be a land of equal under the eyes of It’s a choice. It’s a life- did I have any idea when who can? Miraculously, with S.T.E.A.M. Academy equality for all of its citi- God. Over time there have style. Pass it on! the bus dream would be movements in the heav- www.todaysfreshstart. zens? Especially where always been people, and it fulfilled. I kept believ- enlies came to their res- org; A Top LA County everyone, no matter what usually starts with one in- Visit www.WendyEn- ing for that bus. There cue! I knew we didn’t School: Thank you for their ethnicity, will be dividual, who are willing terprises.com, www.Sea- came an opportunity to have the resources to reading! Copyright © given equal justice under to take a stand for justice sonofGreatness.com and apply for the bus. The obtain a bus. However, I “Inquiring Minds Want the law. I hope that in my no matter the cost. What www.forgivingforliving. great moment has ar- did know the ONE who To Know” lifetime, I can experience would the world look like org to learn more. Wendy rived. Here’s the thing, loves these children and this reality for the sake of if each of us made our- is an international coach, the sacrifices of my ances- selves a party of one to consultant, author and tors and the legacy of my start making the world a speaker.

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below to show cause, if any, BLVD STE 296, Los Angeles, in violation of the rights of in the residence address of 17920, a Fictitious Name 17913 of the Business and why the petition for change of CA 90008 County of LOS another under Federal, State, a registered owner. A new Statement generally expires Professions code that the CIVIL name should not be granted. ANGELES or common law (See Section Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from registrant knows to be false Any person objecting to the Articles of Incorporation or 14411 et seq., Business and Statement must be filed the date on which it was filed is guilty of a misdemeanor name changes described Organization Number: LLC/AI Professions Code). before the expiration. Effective in the office of the County punishable by a fine not to above must file a written No C4259365 Original Filing January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Clerk, except, as provided exceed one thousand dollars objection that includes the Registered owner(s): 6/20, 6/27, 7/4, 7/11/19 Business Name Statement in Subdivision (b) of Section ($1,000)). ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE reasons for the objection at CRENSHAW HEALTH CNS-3265963# must be accompanied by the 17920, where it expires S/CARMEN L VALENTINE, FOR CHANGE OF NAME least two court days before PARTNERS, 3650 W. LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Affidavit of Identity form. 40 days after any change Owner Case No. 19NWCP00216 the matter is scheduled to MARTIN LUTHER KING The filing of this statement in the facts set forth in the This statement was filed Superior Court of California, be heard and must appear JR BLVD. STE 296, LOS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS does not of itself authorize statement pursuant to Section with the County Clerk of County of Los Angeles at the hearing to show cause ANGELES, CA 90008; State NAME STATEMENT the use in this state of a 17913 other than a change Los Angeles County on Petition of: Chavis Raymon why the petition should not be of Incorporation: CA File No. 2019169487 Fictitious Business Name in the residence address of 05/24/2019. Harris for Change of Name granted. If no written objection This business is conducted by The following person(s) is in violation of the rights of a registered owner. A new NOTICE-In accordance with TO ALL INTERESTED is timely filed, the court may a Corporation (are) doing business as: another under Federal, State, Fictitious Business Name Subdivision (a) of Section PERSONS: grant the petition without a The registrant(s) started doing Sisterly Love Consultants, or common law (See Section Statement must be filed 17920, a Fictitious Name Petitioner Chavis Raymon hearing. business on N/A. 10918 S. Western Ave., Los 14411 et seq., Business and before the expiration. Effective Statement generally expires Harris filed a petition with this Notice of Hearing: I declare that all information Angeles, CA 90047, County Professions Code). January 1, 2014, the Fictitious at the end of five years from court for a decree changing Date: 8-2-19, Time: 8:30 a.m., in this statement is true and of LA Original Filing Business Name Statement the date on which it was filed names as follows: Dept.: O, Room: 543 correct. 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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the use in this state of a 40 days after any change matter appear before this A copy of this Order to Show registrant knows to be false Western Ave., Los Angeles, NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name in the facts set forth in the court at the hearing indicated Cause shall be published at is guilty of a misdemeanor CA 90047; CA File No. 2019146507 in violation of the rights of statement pursuant to Section below to show cause, if any, least once each week for four punishable by a fine not to This business is conducted The following person(s) is another under Federal, State, 17913 other than a change why the petition for change of successive weeks prior to exceed one thousand dollars by: an individual (are) doing business as: or common law (See Section in the residence address of name should not be granted. the date set for hearing on ($1,000)). The registrant commenced to BLAZE AND SPARKLES, 14411 et seq., Business and a registered owner. A new Any person objecting to the the petition in the following CRENSHAW HEALTH transact business under the 532 S GRAMERCY PL UNIT Professions Code). Fictitious Business Name name changes described newspaper of general PARTNERS fictitious business name or 308, Los Angeles, CA 90020 Original Filing Statement must be filed above must file a written circulation, printed in this S/ MARGO L. THOMAS, names listed above on N/A County of LOS ANGELES 6/13, 6/20, 6/27, 7/4/19 before the expiration. Effective objection that includes the county: L.A. Sentinel OWNER I declare that all information Registered owner(s): CNS-3263565# January 1, 2014, the Fictitious reasons for the objection at Date: 5/28/2019 This statement was filed in this statement is true and LOVE IS BOND LLC, 532 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Business Name Statement least two court days before PETER A. HERNANDEZ with the County Clerk of correct. 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A new Statement generally expires Professions code that the 90303 SOPHIA MARIE HARVARD, in violation of the rights of Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from registrant knows to be false Registered owner(s): 2637 SOMERSET DR, LOS another under Federal, State, Statement must be filed the date on which it was filed is guilty of a misdemeanor LAGEINA JASMIN, 10228 3/4 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE ANGELES, CA 90016 or common law (See Section before the expiration. Effective in the office of the County punishable by a fine not to 8THA AVE, INGLEWOOD, CA FOR CHANGE OF NAME This business is conducted by 14411 et seq., Business and January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Clerk, except, as provided exceed one thousand dollars 90303 Case No. 19CMCP00088 a General Partnership Professions Code). Business Name Statement in Subdivision (b) of Section ($1,000)). JADA JASMIN, 10228 3/4 Superior Court of California, The registrant(s) started doing Original Filing must be accompanied by the 17920, where it expires S/MARGO COFFEY 8TH AVE, INGLEWOD, CA County of Los Angeles business on N/A. 6/20, 6/27, 7/4, 7/11/19 Affidavit of Identity form. 40 days after any change BALDWIN, Owner 90303 Petition of: Shaloni Doray I declare that all information CNS-3265965# The filing of this statement in the facts set forth in the This statement was filed MALCOLM JASMIN, 10228 Wallace Paton by her mother in this statement is true and LOS ANGELES SENTINEL does not of itself authorize statement pursuant to Section with the County Clerk of 3/4 8TH AVE, INGLEWOOD, Sharisma Paton and her correct. (A registrant who the use in this state of a 17913 other than a change Los Angeles County on CA 90303 father Godray Paton declares as true any material FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fictitious Business Name in the residence address of 05/31/2019. ATRILOGY BROWN, 10228 for Change of Name matter pursuant to Section NAME STATEMENT in violation of the rights of a registered owner. A new NOTICE-In accordance with 3/4 8TH AVE, INGLEWOOD, TO ALL INTERESTED 17913 of the Business and File No. 2019160523 another under Federal, State, Fictitious Business Name Subdivision (a) of Section CA 90303; State of PERSONS: Professions code that the The following person(s) is or common law (See Section Statement must be filed 17920, a Fictitious Name Incorporation: CA Petitioner Shaloni Doray registrant knows to be false (are) doing business as: 14411 et seq., Business and before the expiration. Effective Statement generally expires This business is conducted by Wallace Paton by her mother is guilty of a misdemeanor AUNTIELORITREATS, 1619 Professions Code). January 1, 2014, the Fictitious at the end of five years from a General Partnership Sharisma Paton and her punishable by a fine not to 1/2 WEST 35TH PLACE, LOS Original Business Name Statement the date on which it was filed The registrant(s) started doing father Godray Paton filed a exceed one thousand dollars ANGELES, CA 90018 County 6/20, 6/27, 7/4, 7/11/19 must be accompanied by the in the office of the County business on N/A. petition with this court for a ($1,000)). of LOS ANGELES CNS-3265962# Affidavit of Identity form. Clerk, except, as provided I declare that all information decree changing names as S/SOPHIA MARIE HARVARD, Registered owner(s): LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The filing of this statement in Subdivision (b) of Section in this statement is true and follows: GENERAL PARTNER LORI SHANANAI BERNARD, does not of itself authorize 17920, where it expires correct. (A registrant who Shaloni Doray Wallace Paton This statement was filed 1619 1/2 WEST 35TH FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the use in this state of a 40 days after any change declares as true any material to Shaloni Doray Paton with the County Clerk of PLACE, LOS ANGELES, CA NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name in the facts set forth in the matter pursuant to Section The Court orders that all Los Angeles County on 90018 File No. 2019169548 in violation of the rights of statement pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and persons interested in this 06/06/2019. This business is conducted by The following person(s) is another under Federal, State, 17913 other than a change Professions code that the matter appear before this NOTICE-In accordance with an Individual (are) doing business as: or common law (See Section in the residence address of registrant knows to be false court at the hearing indicated Subdivision (a) of Section The registrant(s) started doing Amer Inn Productions, 5110 14411 et seq., Business and a registered owner. A new is guilty of a misdemeanor below to show cause, if any, 17920, a Fictitious Name business on N/A. S. Verdun Avenue, Windsor Professions Code). Fictitious Business Name punishable by a fine not to why the petition for change of Statement generally expires I declare that all information Hills, CA 90043, County of Original Filing Statement must be filed exceed one thousand dollars name should not be granted. at the end of five years from in this statement is true and LA; Mailing Address: 4712 6/13, 6/20, 6/27, 7/4/19 before the expiration. Effective ($1,000)). Any person objecting to the the date on which it was filed correct. (A registrant who Admiralty Way #407, Marina CNS-3263664# January 1, 2014, the Fictitious S/LAGEINA JASMIN, name changes described in the office of the County declares as true any material Del Rey, CA 90292 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Business Name Statement PARTNER above must file a written Clerk, except, as provided matter pursuant to Section Registered owner(s): must be accompanied by the This statement was filed objection that includes the in Subdivision (b) of Section 17913 of the Business and Shelli Amber Weekes, 5110 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Affidavit of Identity form. with the County Clerk of reasons for the objection at 17920, where it expires Professions code that the S. Verdun Avenue, Windsor NAME STATEMENT The filing of this statement Los Angeles County on least two court days before 40 days after any change registrant knows to be false Hills, CA 90043 File No. 2019153594 does not of itself authorize 05/20/2019. the matter is scheduled to in the facts set forth in the is guilty of a misdemeanor This business is conducted The following person(s) is the use in this state of a NOTICE-In accordance with be heard and must appear statement pursuant to Section punishable by a fine not to by: an individual (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name Subdivision (a) of Section at the hearing to show cause 17913 other than a change exceed one thousand dollars The registrant commenced to AKILI JANITORIAL in violation of the rights of 17920, a Fictitious Name why the petition should not be in the residence address of ($1,000)). transact business under the SERVICES, 2812 W 54ST, another under Federal, State, Statement generally expires granted. If no written objection a registered owner. A new S/LORI SHANANAI fictitious business name or LOS ANGELES, CA 90043 or common law (See Section at the end of five years from is timely filed, the court may Fictitious Business Name BERNARD, Owner names listed above on N/A County of LOS ANGELES 14411 et seq., Business and the date on which it was filed grant the petition without a Statement must be filed This statement was filed I declare that all information Mailing Address: 4262 9TH Professions Code). in the office of the County hearing. before the expiration. Effective with the County Clerk of in this statement is true and AVE, LOS ANGELES, CA Original Filing Clerk, except, as provided Notice of Hearing: January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Los Angeles County on correct. (A registrant who 90008 6/13, 6/20, 6/27, 7/4/19 in Subdivision (b) of Section Date: 8-13-19, Time: 8:30 Business Name Statement 06/12/2019. declares as true any material Registered owner(s): CNS-3263564# 17920, where it expires a.m., Dept.: A, Room: 904 must be accompanied by the NOTICE-In accordance with matter pursuant to Section AKILI WILLIAMS , 4262 9TH LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 40 days after any change The address of the court is Affidavit of Identity form. Subdivision (a) of Section 17913 of the Business and AVE, LOS ANGELES, CA in the facts set forth in the 200 West Compton Blvd., The filing of this statement 17920, a Fictitious Name Professions code that the 90008 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS statement pursuant to Section Compton, CA 90220 does not of itself authorize Statement generally expires registrant knows to be false This business is conducted by NAME STATEMENT 17913 other than a change A copy of this Order to Show the use in this state of a at the end of five years from is guilty of a misdemeanor an Individual File No. 2019136309 in the residence address of Cause shall be published at Fictitious Business Name the date on which it was filed punishable by a fine not to The registrant(s) started doing The following person(s) is a registered owner. A new least once each week for four in violation of the rights of in the office of the County exceed one thousand dollars business on 05/2019. (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name successive weeks prior to another under Federal, State, Clerk, except, as provided ($1,000)). I declare that all information THE MARDI GRAS Statement must be filed the date set for hearing on or common law (See Section in Subdivision (b) of Section S/ Shelli Amber Weekes, in this statement is true and BISTRO, 1047 SOUTH before the expiration. Effective the petition in the following 14411 et seq., Business and 17920, where it expires Owner correct. (A registrant who PRAIRIE AVENUE SUITE January 1, 2014, the Fictitious newspaper of general Professions Code). 40 days after any change This statement was filed declares as true any material 3, INGLEWOOD, CA 90301 Business Name Statement circulation, printed in this Original Filing in the facts set forth in the with the County Clerk of Los matter pursuant to Section County of LOS ANGELES must be accompanied by the county: Los Angeles Sentinel 6/20, 6/27, 7/4, 7/11/19 statement pursuant to Section Angeles on June 17, 2019 17913 of the Business and Mailing Address: 1207 Affidavit of Identity form. Date: June 4, 2019 CNS-3266132# 17913 other than a change NOTICE-In accordance with Professions code that the WEST 103RD STREET, LOS The filing of this statement MAURICE A. LEITER LOS ANGELES SENTINEL in the residence address of Subdivision (a) of Section registrant knows to be false ANGELES, CA 90044 does not of itself authorize Judge of the Superior Court a registered owner. A new 17920, a Fictitious Name is guilty of a misdemeanor Registered owner(s): the use in this state of a 6/13, 6/20, 6/27, 7/4/19 Fictitious Business Name Statement generally expires punishable by a fine not to MELODY J. PATTON , 1207 Fictitious Business Name CNS-3263730# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Statement must be filed at the end of five years from exceed one thousand dollars WEST 103RD STREET, LOS in violation of the rights of LOS ANGELES SENTINEL NAME STATEMENT before the expiration. Effective the date on which it was filed ($1,000)). ANGELES, CA 90044 another under Federal, State, File No. 2019157710 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in the office of the County S/AKILI WILLAMS, Owner This business is conducted by or common law (See Section The following person(s) is Business Name Statement Clerk, except, as provided This statement was filed an Individual 14411 et seq., Business and ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE (are) doing business as: must be accompanied by the in Subdivision (b) of Section with the County Clerk of The registrant(s) started doing Professions Code). FOR CHANGE OF NAME SOVEREIGN SECURE Affidavit of Identity form. 17920, where it expires Los Angeles County on business on N/A. Original Filing Case No. 19STCP01784 LTD., 1250 S. BEVERLY The filing of this statement 40 days after any change 06/04/2019. I declare that all information 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27/19 Superior Court of California, GLEN BLVD STE 401, LOS does not of itself authorize in the facts set forth in the NOTICE-In accordance with in this statement is true and CNS-3261316# County of Los Angeles ANGELES, CA 90024 County the use in this state of a statement pursuant to Section Subdivision (a) of Section correct. (A registrant who LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Petition of: Gloria Carol of LOS ANGELES Fictitious Business Name 17913 other than a change 17920, a Fictitious Name declares as true any material Harmon for Change of Name Registered owner(s): in violation of the rights of in the residence address of Statement generally expires matter pursuant to Section TO ALL INTERESTED ESMART SOLUTIONS another under Federal, State, a registered owner. A new at the end of five years from 17913 of the Business and FICTITIOUS BUSINESS PERSONS: INC., 1250 S. BEVERLY or common law (See Section Fictitious Business Name the date on which it was filed Professions code that the NAME STATEMENT Petitioner Gloria Carol GLEN BLVD STE 401, LOS 14411 et seq., Business and Statement must be filed in the office of the County registrant knows to be false File No. 2019143974 Harmon filed a petition ANGELES, CA 90024; State Professions Code). before the expiration. Effective Clerk, except, as provided is guilty of a misdemeanor The following person(s) is with this court for a decree of Incorporation: CA Original Filing January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in Subdivision (b) of Section punishable by a fine not to (are) doing business as: changing names as follows: This business is conducted by 6/20, 6/27, 7/4, 7/11/19 Business Name Statement 17920, where it expires exceed one thousand dollars SANDRAH’S, 18541 Gloria Carol Harmon to a Corporation CNS-3265964# must be accompanied by the 40 days after any change ($1,000)). PRAIRIE STREET APT 19, Carole Demeatreous Harmon The registrant(s) started doing LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Affidavit of Identity form. in the facts set forth in the S/MELODY J. PATTON, LOS ANGELES, CA 91324 The Court orders that all business on N/A. The filing of this statement statement pursuant to Section Owner County of LOS ANGELES persons interested in this I declare that all information FICTITIOUS BUSINESS does not of itself authorize 17913 other than a change This statement was filed Registered owner(s): matter appear before this in this statement is true and NAME STATEMENT the use in this state of a in the residence address of with the County Clerk of DEVON WILLIAMS JR , court at the hearing indicated correct. (A registrant who File No. 2019162605 Fictitious Business Name a registered owner. A new Los Angeles County on 18541 PRAIRIE STREET below to show cause, if any, declares as true any material The following person(s) is in violation of the rights of Fictitious Business Name 05/15/2019. APT 19, LOS ANGELES, CA why the petition for change of matter pursuant to Section (are) doing business as: another under Federal, State, Statement must be filed NOTICE-In accordance with 91324 name should not be granted. 17913 of the Business and 1. 1250CLOTHING, 2. or common law (See Section before the expiration. Effective Subdivision (a) of Section This business is conducted by Any person objecting to the Professions code that the 1250PRINTING, 14511 14411 et seq., Business and January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 17920, a Fictitious Name an Individual name changes described registrant knows to be false LARCH AVE 6, LAWNDALE, Professions Code). Business Name Statement Statement generally expires The registrant(s) started doing above must file a written is guilty of a misdemeanor CA 90260 County of LOS Original must be accompanied by the at the end of five years from business on 05/2019. objection that includes the punishable by a fine not to ANGELES 6/20, 6/27, 7/4, 7/11/19 Affidavit of Identity form. the date on which it was filed I declare that all information reasons for the objection at exceed one thousand dollars Registered owner(s): CNS-3265959# The filing of this statement in the office of the County in this statement is true and least two court days before ($1,000)). DEAUTRE GAINES, 14511 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL does not of itself authorize Clerk, except, as provided correct. (A registrant who the matter is scheduled to ESMART SOLUTIONS INC. LARCH AVE 6, LAWNDALE, the use in this state of a in Subdivision (b) of Section declares as true any material be heard and must appear S/ AZITA AMINI, President CA 90260; State of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fictitious Business Name 17920, where it expires matter pursuant to Section at the hearing to show cause This statement was filed Incorporation: CA NAME STATEMENT in violation of the rights of 40 days after any change 17913 of the Business and why the petition should not be with the County Clerk of This business is conducted by File No. 2019152408 another under Federal, State, in the facts set forth in the Professions code that the granted. If no written objection Los Angeles County on an Individual The following person(s) is or common law (See Section statement pursuant to Section registrant knows to be false is timely filed, the court may 06/07/2019. The registrant(s) started doing (are) doing business as: 14411 et seq., Business and 17913 other than a change is guilty of a misdemeanor grant the petition without a NOTICE-In accordance with business on 06/2019. STARSHINE CREATIVE Professions Code). in the residence address of punishable by a fine not to hearing. Subdivision (a) of Section I declare that all information DESIGNS, 1328 WEST 65TH Original Filing a registered owner. A new exceed one thousand dollars Notice of Hearing: 17920, a Fictitious Name in this statement is true and PLACE, LOS ANGELES, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27, 7/4/19 Fictitious Business Name ($1,000)). Date: July 9, 2019, Time: Statement generally expires correct. (A registrant who CA 90044 County of LOS CNS-3263569# Statement must be filed S/DEVON WILLIAMS JR, 10:30 a.m., Dept.: 44, Room: at the end of five years from declares as true any material ANGELES LOS ANGELES SENTINEL before the expiration. Effective Owner 418 the date on which it was filed matter pursuant to Section Registered owner(s): January 1, 2014, the Fictitious This statement was filed The address of the court is in the office of the County 17913 of the Business and KIMBERLY ZITA RENEE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Business Name Statement with the County Clerk of 111 North Hill Street, Los Clerk, except, as provided Professions code that the THOMPSON , 1328 NAME STATEMENT must be accompanied by the Los Angeles County on Angeles, CA 90012 in Subdivision (b) of Section registrant knows to be false WEST 65TH PLACE, LOS File No. 2019156681 Affidavit of Identity form. 05/23/2019. A copy of this Order to Show 17920, where it expires is guilty of a misdemeanor ANGELES, CA 90044 The following person(s) is The filing of this statement NOTICE-In accordance with Cause shall be published at 40 days after any change punishable by a fine not to This business is conducted by (are) doing business as: does not of itself authorize Subdivision (a) of Section least once each week for four in the facts set forth in the exceed one thousand dollars an Individual SILVESTRE PROPERTIES, the use in this state of a 17920, a Fictitious Name successive weeks prior to statement pursuant to Section ($1,000)). The registrant(s) started doing 1719 BELLEVUE AVE, LOS Fictitious Business Name Statement generally expires the date set for hearing on 17913 other than a change S/DEAUTRE GAINES, CEO business on N/A. ANGELES, CA 90026 County in violation of the rights of at the end of five years from the petition in the following in the residence address of This statement was filed I declare that all information of LOS ANGELES another under Federal, State, the date on which it was filed newspaper of general a registered owner. A new with the County Clerk of in this statement is true and Mailing Address: P.O. BOX or common law (See Section in the office of the County circulation, printed in this Fictitious Business Name Los Angeles County on correct. (A registrant who 44424, LOS ANGELES, CA 14411 et seq., Business and Clerk, except, as provided county: Statement must be filed 06/13/2019. declares as true any material 90044 Professions Code). in Subdivision (b) of Section Los Angeles Sentinel before the expiration. Effective NOTICE-In accordance with matter pursuant to Section Registered owner(s): Original Filing 17920, where it expires Date: May 9, 2019 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Subdivision (a) of Section 17913 of the Business and FREDDIE JOSEPH 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27/19 40 days after any change Edward E. Moreton, Jr. Business Name Statement 17920, a Fictitious Name Professions code that the SILVESTRE , 1719 CNS-3261347# in the facts set forth in the Judge of the Superior Court must be accompanied by the Statement generally expires registrant knows to be false BELLEVUE AVE, LOS LOS ANGELES SENTINEL statement pursuant to Section 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27/19 Affidavit of Identity form. at the end of five years from is guilty of a misdemeanor ANGELES, CA 90026 17913 other than a change CNS-3261370# The filing of this statement the date on which it was filed punishable by a fine not to This business is conducted by FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in the residence address of LOS ANGELES SENTINEL does not of itself authorize in the office of the County exceed one thousand dollars an Individual NAME STATEMENT a registered owner. A new the use in this state of a Clerk, except, as provided ($1,000)). The registrant(s) started doing File No. 2019146603 Fictitious Business Name Fictitious Business Name in Subdivision (b) of Section S/KIMBERLY ZITA RENEE business on 03/2004. The following person(s) is Statement must be filed ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE in violation of the rights of 17920, where it expires THOMPSON, Owner I declare that all information (are) doing business as: before the expiration. Effective FOR CHANGE OF NAME another under Federal, State, 40 days after any change This statement was filed in this statement is true and THE INKED THUMB MOBILE January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Case No. 19PSCP00221 or common law (See Section in the facts set forth in the with the County Clerk of correct. (A registrant who NOTARY, 3201 W 78TH Business Name Statement Superior Court of California, 14411 et seq., Business and statement pursuant to Section Los Angeles County on declares as true any material STREET, LOS ANGELES, must be accompanied by the County of Los Angeles Professions Code). 17913 other than a change 06/03/2019. matter pursuant to Section CA 90043 County of LOS Affidavit of Identity form. Petition of: Patricia Mae Original Filing in the residence address of NOTICE-In accordance with 17913 of the Business and ANGELES The filing of this statement Bowman for Change of Name 6/20, 6/27, 7/4, 7/11/19 a registered owner. A new Subdivision (a) of Section Professions code that the Registered owner(s): does not of itself authorize TO ALL INTERESTED CNS-3266116# Fictitious Business Name 17920, a Fictitious Name registrant knows to be false CARMEN L VALENTINE , the use in this state of a PERSONS: LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Statement must be filed Statement generally expires is guilty of a misdemeanor 3201 W 78TH STREET, LOS Fictitious Business Name Petitioner Patricia Mae before the expiration. Effective at the end of five years from punishable by a fine not to ANGELES, CA 90043 in violation of the rights of Bowman filed a petition January 1, 2014, the Fictitious the date on which it was filed exceed one thousand dollars This business is conducted by another under Federal, State, with this court for a decree FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Business Name Statement in the office of the County ($1,000)). an Individual or common law (See Section changing names as follows: NAME STATEMENT must be accompanied by the Clerk, except, as provided S/ The registrant(s) started doing 14411 et seq., Business and Patricia Mae Bowman to File No. 2019161300 Affidavit of Identity form. in Subdivision (b) of Section This statement was filed business on N/A. Professions Code). Zuheerah Muhammad The following person(s) is The filing of this statement 17920, where it expires with the County Clerk of I declare that all information Original Filing The Court orders that all (are) doing business as: does not of itself authorize 40 days after any change Los Angeles County on in this statement is true and 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27/19 persons interested in this CRENSHAW HEALTH the use in this state of a in the facts set forth in the 06/07/2019. correct. (A registrant who CNS-3260929# matter appear before this PARTNERS PLUS, 3650 W. Fictitious Business Name statement pursuant to Section NOTICE-In accordance with declares as true any material LOS ANGELES SENTINEL court at the hearing indicated MARTIN LUTHER KING JR 17913 other than a change Subdivision (a) of Section matter pursuant to Section THURSDAY,THURSDAY, JANUARY JUNE 20, 9, 2019 2014 NEWSNEWS LASENTINEL.NETLOS ANGELES SENTINEL A-13A-7

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in the residence address of S/DONALD G. MUEPO JR., (are) doing business as: Statement must be filed SBE certified with LACMTA Questions shall be directed NAME STATEMENT a registered owner. A new Owner 1. A Brighter Day Ahead, before the expiration. Effective prior to proposal due date. to: Paul Spear paul.spear@ File No. 2019147116 Fictitious Business Name This statement was filed Youth Services, 2. Visitation January 1, 2014, the Fictitious For information on the build-laccd.org The following person(s) is Statement must be filed with the County Clerk of Monitor, ABDA, 5057 Business Name Statement Set-Aside Program, visit: 6/20/19 (are) doing business as: before the expiration. Effective Los Angeles County on Southridge Ave., Los must be accompanied by the https://business.metro.net/ CNS-3264406# Critical Literacy Arts, 3819 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 04/30/2019. Angeles, CA 90043, County Affidavit of Identity form. VendorPortal/faces/home1/ LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Don Tomaso Drive, Los Business Name Statement NOTICE-In accordance with of LA The filing of this statement certifications. Angeles, CA 90008, County must be accompanied by the Subdivision (a) of Section Registered owner(s): does not of itself authorize LOS ANGELES COUNTY of LA; Mailing Address: PO Affidavit of Identity form. 17920, a Fictitious Name Martin Cadres, 5057 the use in this state of a METROPOLITAN Box 34148, Los Angeles, CA The filing of this statement Statement generally expires Southridge Ave., Los Angeles, Fictitious Business Name All proposals must be received TRANSPORTATION 90034-014 does not of itself authorize at the end of five years from CA 90043 in violation of the rights of on or before 1:00 p.m. Pacific AUTHORITY (LACMTA) Registered owner(s): the use in this state of a the date on which it was filed This business is conducted another under Federal, State, Time on Friday, July 19, REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Amina Humphrey, 3819 Don Fictitious Business Name in the office of the County by: an individual or common law (See Section 2019 at the address listed Tomaso Drive, Los Angeles, in violation of the rights of Clerk, except, as provided The registrant commenced 14411 et seq., Business and above, sent to the attention CA 90008; CA another under Federal, State, in Subdivision (b) of Section to transact business under Professions Code). of Lorretta Norris. Proposals LACMTA will receive This business is conducted or common law (See Section 17920, where it expires the fictitious business name Original received later than the above Proposals for AE63445 - by: an individual 14411 et seq., Business and 40 days after any change or names listed above on 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/19 date and time will be rejected Green Line Extension to The registrant commenced to Professions Code). in the facts set forth in the 05/2019 CNS-3258833# and returned to the proposer Torrance, Environmental transact business under the Original statement pursuant to Section I declare that all information LOS ANGELES SENTINEL unopened. Review and ACE at the 9th fictitious business name or 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27/19 17913 other than a change in this statement is true and Floor Receptionist Desk, names listed above on N/A CNS-3259828# in the residence address of correct. (A registrant who FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Vendor/Contract Management I declare that all information LOS ANGELES SENTINEL a registered owner. A new declares as true any material NAME STATEMENT Department, One Gateway File No. 2019143625 For a copy of the Proposal/ in this statement is true and Fictitious Business Name matter pursuant to Section Bid specification visit our Plaza, Los Angeles, CA correct. (A registrant who FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Statement must be filed 17913 of the Business and The following person(s) is 90012. NAME STATEMENT (are) doing business as: Solicitation Page on our declares as true any material before the expiration. Effective Professions code that the Vendor Portal at https:// matter pursuant to Section File No. 2019142259 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious registrant knows to be false 1. Irealty, 2. Iwealth, 468 The following person(s) is N Camden Drive, Beverly business.metro.net or for 17913 of the Business and Business Name Statement is guilty of a misdemeanor further information email A Pre-Proposal conference Professions code that the (are) doing business as: must be accompanied by the punishable by a fine not to Hills, CA 90210, County of LA will be held on Tuesday, June Hilltop Enterprises, 4785 Articles of Incorporation or Lorretta Norris at norrisl@ registrant knows to be false Affidavit of Identity form. exceed one thousand dollars metro.net. 25, 2019, 1:30 p.m., at One is guilty of a misdemeanor Don Miguel Drive, Los The filing of this statement ($1,000)). Organization Number: AI 6/20/19 Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles, punishable by a fine not to Angeles, CA 90008, County does not of itself authorize S/ Martin Cadres, Owner #ON: 201905610532 CNS-3265207# CA 90012, Board Room: Room exceed one thousand dollars of LA; Mailing Address: 1933 the use in this state of a This statement was filed Registered owner(s): LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 03-32. All Proposals must be ($1,000)). S. Durango Avenue, Los Fictitious Business Name with the County Clerk of Los J A C & Associates LLC, 468 submitted to LACMTA, and S/ Amina Humphrey, Owner Angeles, CA 90034 in violation of the rights of Angeles on May 21, 2019 N Camden Drive, Beverly LOS ANGELES COUNTY be filed at the reception desk, This statement was filed Registered owner(s): another under Federal, State, NOTICE-In accordance with Hills, CA 90210; CA METROPOLITAN 9th floor, V/CM Department, with the County Clerk of Los Patricia Kimbrough, 1933 or common law (See Section Subdivision (a) of Section This business is conducted by: TRANSPORTATION on or before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Angeles on May 28, 2019 S. Durango Avenue, Los 14411 et seq., Business and 17920, a Fictitious Name a Limited Liability Company AUTHORITY (LACMTA) Time on Wednesday, July NOTICE-In accordance with Angeles, CA 90034 Professions Code). Statement generally expires The registrant commenced to REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL 17, 2019. Proposals received Subdivision (a) of Section This business is conducted Original Filing at the end of five years from transact business under the after the above date and time 17920, a Fictitious Name by: an Individual 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/19 the date on which it was filed fictitious business name or may be rejected and returned Statement generally expires The registrant commenced CNS-3259006# in the office of the County names listed above on N/A LACMTA will receive unopened. Each proposal at the end of five years from to transact business under LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Clerk, except, as provided I declare that all information Proposals for EG63844 - must be sealed and marked the date on which it was filed the fictitious business name in Subdivision (b) of Section in this statement is true and Request for Interest and Proposal No. AE63445. in the office of the County or names listed above on FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 17920, where it expires correct. (A registrant who Qualifications (RFIQ) Clerk, except, as provided 05/2019 NAME STATEMENT 40 days after any change declares as true any material Interior Passenger Lighting in Subdivision (b) of Section I declare that all information File No. 2019143422 in the facts set forth in the matter pursuant to Section Upgrade to Light-Emitting For a copy of the Proposal/ 17920, where it expires in this statement is true and The following person(s) is statement pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Diode (LED) at the 9th Floor Bid specification visit our 40 days after any change correct. (A registrant who (are) doing business as: 17913 other than a change Professions code that the Receptionist Desk, Vendor/ Solicitation Page on our in the facts set forth in the declares as true any material Greendream Clothing & in the residence address of registrant knows to be false Contract Management Vendor Portal at https:// statement pursuant to Section matter pursuant to Section Stuff, 6608 S Normandie a registered owner. A new is guilty of a misdemeanor Department, One Gateway business.metro.net or for 17913 other than a change 17913 of the Business and Ave, Los Angeles, CA Fictitious Business Name punishable by a fine not to Plaza, Los Angeles, CA further information email Lily in the residence address of Professions code that the 90044, County of LA Statement must be filed exceed one thousand dollars 90012. Lopez at [email protected]. a registered owner. A new registrant knows to be false Registered owner(s): before the expiration. Effective ($1,000)). 6/20/19 is guilty of a misdemeanor Damin David Bordenave Sr, S/ Joy Abram, President CNS-3264280# Fictitious Business Name January 1, 2014, the Fictitious LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Statement must be filed punishable by a fine not to 6608 S Normandie Ave, Los Business Name Statement J A C & Associates LLC A Pre-Proposal conference exceed one thousand dollars Angeles, CA 90044 This statement was filed will not be held. All Proposals before the expiration. Effective must be accompanied by the REQUEST FOR January 1, 2014, the Fictitious ($1,000)). Mayra Alexander Alas Delfin, Affidavit of Identity form. with the County Clerk of Los must be submitted to S/ Patricia Kimbrough, Owner 6608 S Normandie Ave, Los Angeles on May 22, 2019 LACMTA, and be filed at the STATEMENT OF Business Name Statement The filing of this statement QUALIFICATIONS must be accompanied by the This statement was filed Angeles, CA 90044 does not of itself authorize NOTICE-In accordance with reception desk, 9th floor, V/ with the County Clerk of Los This business is conducted Subdivision (a) of Section CM Department, on or before Notice is given that Statement Affidavit of Identity form. the use in this state of a of Qualifications for On-Call The filing of this statement Angeles on May 21, 2019 by: A General Partnership Fictitious Business Name 17920, a Fictitious Name 1:00 PM, Pacific Time on July NOTICE-In accordance with The registrant commenced Statement generally expires 22, 2019. Proposals received Public Outreach and does not of itself authorize in violation of the rights of Community Engagement the use in this state of a Subdivision (a) of Section to transact business under another under Federal, State, at the end of five years from after the above date and time 17920, a Fictitious Name the fictitious business name the date on which it was filed may be rejected and returned Program (BRC0000098) Fictitious Business Name or common law (See Section will be received by the L.A. in violation of the rights of Statement generally expires or names listed above on 14411 et seq., Business and in the office of the County unopened. Each proposal at the end of five years from 05/2019 Clerk, except, as provided must be sealed and marked County Public Works, Cashier another under Federal, State, Professions Code). Office, 900 S. Fremont Ave., or common law (See Section the date on which it was filed I declare that all information Original in Subdivision (b) of Section Proposal No. EG63844. in the office of the County in this statement is true and 17920, where it expires Alhambra, CA 91803 until 14411 et seq., Business and 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/19 5:30pm, Mon., July 8, 2019. Professions Code). Clerk, except, as provided correct. (A registrant who CNS-3258845# 40 days after any change in Subdivision (b) of Section declares as true any material LOS ANGELES SENTINEL in the facts set forth in the A mandatory Proposers’ Original For a copy of the Proposal/ Conference will be held on 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27/19 17920, where it expires matter pursuant to Section statement pursuant to Section Bid specification visit our CNS-3260730# 40 days after any change 17913 of the Business and FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 17913 other than a change Mon., June 24, 2019, at 2 Solicitation Page on our p.m., at the above address LOS ANGELES SENTINEL in the facts set forth in the Professions code that the NAME STATEMENT in the residence address of Vendor Portal at https:// statement pursuant to Section registrant knows to be false File No. 2019144813 a registered owner. A new in the Alhambra Room. business.metro.net or for Estimated total aggregate FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 17913 other than a change is guilty of a misdemeanor The following person(s) is Fictitious Business Name further information email NAME STATEMENT in the residence address of punishable by a fine not to (are) doing business as: Statement must be filed program amount is $16 Lorretta Norris at norrisl@ million. Due to visitors parking File No. 2019148494 a registered owner. A new exceed one thousand dollars SKB International, 4376 S before the expiration. Effective metro.net. The following person(s) is Fictitious Business Name ($1,000)). Western Ave., Los Angeles, January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 6/20/19 lot closure, when attending (are) doing business as: Statement must be filed S/ Damin David Bordenave CA 90062, County of LA Business Name Statement CNS-3264827# conference or submitting Horsepower Clothing, before the expiration. Effective Sr, General Partner Registered owner(s): must be accompanied by the LOS ANGELES SENTINEL SOQs, plan for an additional 15707 Perilla Ave. Apt #4, January 1, 2014, the Fictitious This statement was filed Sharhron C. Wynne, 4376 S. Affidavit of Identity form. 30-45 minutes to find parking Paramount, CA 90723, Business Name Statement with the County Clerk of Los Western Ave., Los Angeles, The filing of this statement Request for Qualification . The second level of the County of LA must be accompanied by the Angeles on May 22, 2019 CA 90062 does not of itself authorize (“RFQ”)_ Opportunity with HQ parking structure will be Registered owner(s): Affidavit of Identity form. NOTICE-In accordance with This business is conducted the use in this state of a LACCD NOTICE IS HEREBY made available for visitors Matthew Ron Wesley-Moore, The filing of this statement Subdivision (a) of Section by: an individual Fictitious Business Name GIVEN that the Los Angeles parking. An RFSQ may be 15707 Perilla Ave. Apt #4, does not of itself authorize 17920, a Fictitious Name The registrant commenced in violation of the rights of Community College District obtained by accessing the Paramount, CA 90723 the use in this state of a Statement generally expires to transact business under another under Federal, State, (“District”) invites applicants link at http://pw.lacounty.gov/ This business is conducted Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from the fictitious business name or common law (See Section to submit Statements of brcd/servicecontracts/ or at by: an individual in violation of the rights of the date on which it was filed or names listed above on 14411 et seq., Business and Qualification (“SOQ”) for the CashierOffice or will be The registrant commenced another under Federal, State, in the office of the County 05/2019 Professions Code). the following project: REAL mailed to you upon request to transact business under or common law (See Section Clerk, except, as provided I declare that all information Original ESTATE GENERAL AND by calling (626) 458-4072 the fictitious business name 14411 et seq., Business and in Subdivision (b) of Section in this statement is true and 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/19 STUDENT HOUSING orTDDat(626) 282-7829. or names listed above on Professions Code). 17920, where it expires correct. (A registrant who CNS-3258831# ADVISORY SERVICES 6/20/19 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL CNS-3264197# 05/2019 Original 40 days after any change declares as true any material The District is seeking well LOS ANGELES SENTINEL I declare that all information 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/19 in the facts set forth in the matter pursuant to Section qualified Real Estate Firms CNS-3259030# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in this statement is true and statement pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and (“Applicants”) to provide ANNOUNCEMENT OF correct. (A registrant who LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 17913 other than a change Professions code that the NAME STATEMENT Real Estate related services File No. 2019123366 PUBLIC REVIEW AND declares as true any material in the residence address of registrant knows to be false (“Services”) including and not PUBLIC HEARING matter pursuant to Section FICTITIOUS BUSINESS a registered owner. A new is guilty of a misdemeanor The following person(s) is limited to: General and Student 17913 of the Business and NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name punishable by a fine not to (are) doing business as: Housing Advisory Services. Professions code that the File No. 2019146618 Statement must be filed exceed one thousand dollars JANOLD ACCOUNTING All Statement of Qualifications The following person(s) is SERVICE, 16306 CHERRY (“SOQ”) must be received at The Housing Authority of the registrant knows to be false before the expiration. Effective ($1,000)). City of Los Angeles (HACLA) is guilty of a misdemeanor (are) doing business as: January 1, 2014, the Fictitious S/ Sharhron C. Wynne, Owner FALL LANE, CERRITOS, the Build-LACCD – Program It’s All About You And Me, CA 90703 County of LOS Management Office, 1055 has developed and will be punishable by a fine not to Business Name Statement This statement was filed publishing its Draft Agency exceed one thousand dollars 4223 S. Norton Ave., Los must be accompanied by the with the County Clerk of Los ANGELES Corporate Center Drive, Angeles, CA 90008, County Registered owner(s): 5 th Floor; Monterey Park, Plan for Fiscal Year 2020 in ($1,000)). Affidavit of Identity form. Angeles on May 23, 2019 compliance with the Housing S/ Matthew Ron Wesley- of LA The filing of this statement NOTICE-In accordance with ARNOLD J. BLANSHARD California 91754 no later Registered owner(s): , 16306 CHERRY FALLL than: July 11, 2019 before Reform Act of 1998. The Draft Moore, Owner does not of itself authorize Subdivision (a) of Section Agency Plan will be available This statement was filed Michelle Berry, 4223 S. Norton the use in this state of a 17920, a Fictitious Name LANE, CERRITOS, CA 90703 2:00 PM Local Time The Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90008 This business is conducted by Applicant assumes full and for public review and comment with the County Clerk of Los Fictitious Business Name Statement generally expires beginning Friday, June 14, Angeles on May 29, 2019 This business is conducted in violation of the rights of at the end of five years from an Individual sole responsibility for timely by: an individual The registrant(s) started doing receipt of its SOQ and any 2019 through Wednesday, NOTICE-In accordance with another under Federal, State, the date on which it was filed August 14, 2019. Subdivision (a) of Section The registrant commenced to or common law (See Section in the office of the County business on 05/2019. other documents required to 17920, a Fictitious Name transact business under the 14411 et seq., Business and Clerk, except, as provided I declare that all information be submitted with the SOQ, Statement generally expires fictitious business name or Professions Code). in Subdivision (b) of Section in this statement is true and by the District. The District at the end of five years from names listed above on N/A Original 17920, where it expires correct. (A registrant who will have no responsibility The Public Hearing for the the date on which it was filed I declare that all information 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/19 40 days after any change declares as true any material for SOQ not submitted in a 2020 Draft Agency Plan will in the office of the County in this statement is true and CNS-3258997# in the facts set forth in the matter pursuant to Section timely manner, no matter the be held: Wednesday, August Clerk, except, as provided correct. (A registrant who LOS ANGELES SENTINEL statement pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and reason. RFQ Documents, 14, 2019 staring at 5:00 p.m. in Subdivision (b) of Section declares as true any material 17913 other than a change Professions code that the including instructions to at Los Angeles Convention 17920, where it expires matter pursuant to Section FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in the residence address of registrant knows to be false Applicants, will be available to Center, Meeting Room 40 days after any change 17913 of the Business and NAME STATEMENT a registered owner. A new is guilty of a misdemeanor Applicants on and after June 409AB, Concourse Meeting in the facts set forth in the Professions code that the File No. 2019143573 Fictitious Business Name punishable by a fine not to 13, 2019, at: www.Build-laccd. Rooms Section, 1201 South statement pursuant to Section registrant knows to be false The following person(s) is Statement must be filed exceed one thousand dollars org, scroll down and click on Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, 17913 other than a change is guilty of a misdemeanor (are) doing business as: before the expiration. Effective ($1,000)). “Register with PlanetBids” CA 90015-1399, (213) 741- in the residence address of punishable by a fine not to 1. Uview Media Group, 2. January 1, 2014, the Fictitious S/ARNOLD J. BLANSHARD, link Or (https://www. 1151. The 2020 Draft Agency a registered owner. A new exceed one thousand dollars Mobile Star Entertainment, Business Name Statement OWNER planetbids.com/portal/portal. Plan can be reviewed during Fictitious Business Name ($1,000)). 19009 Harlan Ave., Carson, must be accompanied by the This statement was filed cfm?CompanyID=21372) normal business hours at Statement must be filed S/ Michelle Berry, Owner CA 90745, County of Los Affidavit of Identity form. with the County Clerk of Optional Pre-SOQ Meeting the Management Offices and before the expiration. Effective This statement was filed Angeles The filing of this statement Los Angeles County on will be held on June 21, 2019 Resident Council offices at January 1, 2014, the Fictitious with the County Clerk of Los Registered owner(s): does not of itself authorize 05/10/2019. @ 10:00 AM, at: BuildLACCD the large family developments Business Name Statement Angeles on May 24, 2019 Courtney K. Williams, 19009 the use in this state of a NOTICE-In accordance with Program Management Office and also at: must be accompanied by the NOTICE-In accordance with Harlan Ave., Carson, CA Fictitious Business Name Subdivision (a) of Section (“PMO”) 1055 Corporate Affidavit of Identity form. Subdivision (a) of Section 90745 in violation of the rights of 17920, a Fictitious Name Center Drive 5 th Floor 17920, a Fictitious Name This business is conducted Statement generally expires HACLA Central Office The filing of this statement another under Federal, State, Boardroom Monterey Park, st does not of itself authorize Statement generally expires by: an Individual or common law (See Section at the end of five years from CA 91754 Additionally a 2600 Wilshire Blvd. 1 floor the use in this state of a at the end of five years from The registrant commenced to 14411 et seq., Business and the date on which it was filed telephone conference call L.A., CA 90057 Fictitious Business Name the date on which it was filed transact business under the Professions Code). in the office of the County number will be made available Avalon Gardens in the office of the County fictitious business name or Clerk, except, as provided Management Office in violation of the rights of Original for interested parties unable to th another under Federal, State, Clerk, except, as provided names listed above on N/A 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/19 in Subdivision (b) of Section physically attend the Pre-SOQ 701 E. 88 St L.A., CA 90002 or common law (See Section in Subdivision (b) of Section I declare that all information CNS-3258837# 17920, where it expires meeting in Monterey Park, CA. Estrada Courts Management 14411 et seq., Business and 17920, where it expires in this statement is true and LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 40 days after any change Information for the call-in line Office Professions Code). 40 days after any change correct. (A registrant who in the facts set forth in the will be available at the online 3232 Estrada St L.A., CA Original in the facts set forth in the declares as true any material FICTITIOUS BUSINESS statement pursuant to Section vendor portal: https://www. 90023 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27/19 statement pursuant to Section matter pursuant to Section NAME STATEMENT 17913 other than a change planetbids.com/portal/portal. Gonzaque Village CNS-3260721# 17913 other than a change 17913 of the Business and File No. 2016143709 in the residence address of Management Office cfm?CompanyID=21372 th LOS ANGELES SENTINEL in the residence address of Professions code that the The following person(s) is a registered owner. A new Questions shall be directed to 1515 E 105 St L.A., CA a registered owner. A new registrant knows to be false (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name the Online Vendor Portal. 90002 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fictitious Business Name is guilty of a misdemeanor D. Melissas’s Cleaning, Statement must be filed 6/20/19 Imperial Courts NAME STATEMENT Statement must be filed punishable by a fine not to 4026 Woodlawn Avenue, before the expiration. Effective CNS-3264431# Management Office File No. 2019147524 before the expiration. Effective exceed one thousand dollars Los Angeles, CA 90011, January 1, 2014, the Fictitious LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 11541 Croesus Ave L.A., CA The following person(s) is January 1, 2014, the Fictitious ($1,000)). County of LA Business Name Statement 90059 (are) doing business as: Business Name Statement S/ Courtney K. Williams, Registered owner(s): must be accompanied by the BID NOTICE NOTICE IS Jordan Downs Management (1) Tilford Design Studio, must be accompanied by the Owner Delfina Melissa Hernandez, Affidavit of Identity form. HEREBY GIVEN that the Office (2) Tilford Technical Design Affidavit of Identity form. This statement was filed 4026 Woodland Avenue, Los The filing of this statement Los Angeles Community 9800 Grape St L.A., CA 90002 Studio, 2045 Claudina Ave., The filing of this statement with the County Clerk of Los Angeles, CA 90011 does not of itself authorize College District (“District”) Mar Vista Gardens Los Angeles, CA 90016, does not of itself authorize Angeles on May 22, 2019 This business is conducted the use in this state of a invites electronic bids Management Office County of LA the use in this state of a NOTICE-In accordance with by: an Individual Fictitious Business Name for the following: Master 11965 Allin St Culver City, CA Registered owner(s): Fictitious Business Name Subdivision (a) of Section The registrant commenced in violation of the rights of Agreement for the Purchase 90230 Bryan Tilford, 2045 Claudina in violation of the rights of 17920, a Fictitious Name to transact business under another under Federal, State, of Lockers, Shelving and Nickerson Gardens Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90016 another under Federal, State, Statement generally expires the fictitious business name or common law (See Section Educational Furniture FE-19- Management Office This business is conducted or common law (See Section at the end of five years from or names listed above on 14411 et seq., Business and 05-RFB 50J.4J55.05. For 1590 114th St L.A., CA 90059 by: an individual 14411 et seq., Business and the date on which it was filed 05/2019 Professions Code). bidding purposes the items Pico/Las Casitas The registrant commenced to Professions Code). in the office of the County I declare that all information Original Filing to be procured are broken Management Office transact business under the Original Clerk, except, as provided in this statement is true and 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/19 down into eighteen (18) Bid 1526 E. 4th St L.A., CA 90033 fictitious business name or 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/19 in Subdivision (b) of Section correct. (A registrant who CNS-3258828# Classifications and consist Pueblo Del Rio Management names listed above on N/A CNS-3259015# 17920, where it expires declares as true any material LOS ANGELES SENTINEL of sixty one (61) items All Office I declare that all information LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 40 days after any change matter pursuant to Section Bids must be received at 1801 East 53rd St L.A., CA in this statement is true and in the facts set forth in the 17913 of the Business and the Online Vendor Portal 90058 correct. (A registrant who FICTITIOUS BUSINESS statement pursuant to Section Professions code that the found at http://www. Ramona Gardens declares as true any material NAME STATEMENT 17913 other than a change registrant knows to be false GOVERNMENT planetbids.com/portal/portal. Management Office matter pursuant to Section File No. 2019113397 in the residence address of is guilty of a misdemeanor cfm?CompanyID=21372, no 2830 Lancaster Ave L.A., CA 17913 of the Business and The following person(s) is a registered owner. A new punishable by a fine not to later than July 16, 2019 @ 90033 Professions code that the (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name exceed one thousand dollars 2:00 PM. The Bidder assumes Rancho San Pedro MUEPO OPERATIONS, registrant knows to be false Statement must be filed ($1,000)). LOS ANGELES COUNTY full and sole responsibility for Management Office is guilty of a misdemeanor 3748 FLORESTA WAY, LOS before the expiration. Effective S/ Delfina Melissa Hernandez, timely receipt of its Bid and 275 West 1st St San Pedro, ANGELES, CA 90043 County METROPOLITAN punishable by a fine not to January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Owner TRANSPORTATION any other documents required CA 90731 exceed one thousand dollars of LOS ANGELES Business Name Statement This statement was filed to be submitted with the Bid, Rose Hill Courts Registered owner(s): AUTHORITY (LACMTA) ($1,000)). must be accompanied by the with the County Clerk of Los REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL by the District at the Online Management Office S/ Bryan Tilford, Owner DONALD G. MUEPO JR. , Affidavit of Identity form. Angeles on May 22, 2019 Vendor Portal . The District 4466 Florizel L.A., CA 90032 This statement was filed 3748 FLORESTA WAY, LOS The filing of this statement NOTICE-In accordance with will have no responsibility for San Fernando Gardens with the County Clerk of Los ANGELES, CA 90043 does not of itself authorize Subdivision (a) of Section bids not submitted in a timely Management Office This business is conducted by LACMTA will receive Angeles on May 28, 2019 the use in this state of a 17920, a Fictitious Name proposals for OP63320 - manner, no matter the reason. 10995 Lehigh Ave Pacoima, NOTICE-In accordance with an Individual Fictitious Business Name Statement generally expires Bidding Documents including CA 91331 The registrant(s) started doing Traction Electrification Shop Subdivision (a) of Section in violation of the rights of at the end of five years from 750VDC OCS Disconnect Instruction to Bidders and William Mead 17920, a Fictitious Name business on N/A. another under Federal, State, the date on which it was filed other documents, if any, will 1300 Cardinal St., Los I declare that all information Switches (Retrofit) at the Statement generally expires or common law (See Section in the office of the County 9th Floor Receptionist Desk, be available to Bidders on Angeles CA 90012 at the end of five years from in this statement is true and 14411 et seq., Business and Clerk, except, as provided and after June 14, 2019 , Section 8 Valley Office correct. (A registrant who Vendor/Contract Management the date on which it was filed Professions Code). in Subdivision (b) of Section Department, One Gateway at the Online Vendor Portal 6946 Van Nuys Blvd. Ste 100 in the office of the County declares as true any material Amended Filing 17920, where it expires OR at Build LACCD, 1055 Van Nuys, CA 91405 matter pursuant to Section Plaza, Los Angeles, CA Clerk, except, as provided 5/30, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20/19 40 days after any change 90012. Corporate Center Drive, Section 8 South Office in Subdivision (b) of Section 17913 of the Business and CNS-3258993# in the facts set forth in the 5 th Floor, Monterey Park, 19600 Hamilton Ave., 17920, where it expires Professions code that the LOS ANGELES SENTINEL statement pursuant to Section California 91754, (323) Torrance, CA 90502 40 days after any change registrant knows to be false 17913 other than a change 981-7231. Call information 6/20/19 is guilty of a misdemeanor FICTITIOUS BUSINESS This project is a Small Business CNS-3262023# in the facts set forth in the in the residence address of Enterprise (SBE) Set-Aside for a non-mandatory Pre- statement pursuant to Section punishable by a fine not to NAME STATEMENT a registered owner. A new Bid Conference Cal l June LOS ANGELES SENTINEL exceed one thousand dollars File No. 2019142402 contract. To participate in 17913 other than a change Fictitious Business Name this RFP, proposers must be 25, 2019 are available at ($1,000)). The following person(s) is the Online Vendor Portal . B-1 www.lasentinel.net THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 Pelicans Agree to Trade Anthony Davis to the Lakers BY JARRED DAVIS cheat code, LeBron [James] Angeles, while the Raptors must capitalize on its time- Contributing Writer and Anthony Davis, prob- and Rockets come in with line to win an NBA Cham- lems [for the league],” said 8-1 odds. pionship while the Golden Since January, the Los Ogwumike. ESPN’s Ohm Young- State Warriors are not at full Angeles Lakers desperately “I think they are the misuk spoke to Lavar Ball, strength. were in pursuit of pulling front runners to win an father of recently traded Kevin Durant suffered a off a blockbuster trade that NBA championship and Laker guard, Lonzo Ball, devastating ruptured would pair LeBron James will get another free agent while at the Drew League Achilles tendon in Game 5 with 26-year-old superstar, with the money they still on Saturday. of the NBA Finals, and Klay Anthony Davis. have available.” “I guarantee: Like I say Thompson tore his ACL late The New Orleans Peli- The New York Times, again, it will be the worst in the third quarter of Game cans did everything in their Marc Stein reported that the move the Lakers ever did in 6. Both players for the War- power to keep its prized Lakers, who are well short their life and they will never riors are headed for unre- possession in Davis to stay of max cap space in the win another championship,” stricted free-agency, as with the team, but newly $23.8 million range, will Ball said to ESPN, also Golden State will be heavi- named executive vice presi- now set their sights on sign- mentioning how Los Ange- ly dependent on having at dent of basketball opera- ing unrestricted free agent les made a mistake in not least one of them resign and tions, David Griffin, knew JAE C HONG/ASSOCIATED PRESS Kemba Walker, who war- drafting Lonzo’s younger be healthy around playoff The Lakers and New Orleans Pelicans have agreed to a he must maximize on trade rants closer to $30 million a brother, LiAngelo in the time, most likely being trade that will pair Anthony Davis with LeBron James in year. 2018 NBA draft. Thompson. value for the three-time All- Los Angeles. NBA forward. After six years of “They’re going to regret James, 34 years-old, a ESPN’s Adrian Woj- according to Wojnarowski. The former Rookie of acquiring young talent it. I’m going to have fun four-time NBA most valu- narowski first reported on Davis will join elite big The Year and No. 1 overall through the draft, the Lakers with it. Because I told you able player and three-time Saturday that the Lakers men in Kareem Abdul Jab- pick by the Pelicans in signed James last summer all, it was crashing down. NBA champion will look to and New Orleans Pelicans bar, Shaquille O'Neal, Wilt 2012, played seven seasons and traded for Davis this Now [the Lakers] complete- take over the league with had agreed to a deal to send Chamberlain, and Pau for New Orleans, averaging summer, immediately posi- ly crashed, but at least my his new All-NBA big man Lonzo Ball, Brandon Gasol to sport the legendary 23.7 points, 10.5 rebounds tioning themselves as West- son got off the boat before in Davis. Ingram, Josh Hart and three purple and gold for Los and 2.4 blocks. ern Conference contenders. the thing exploded. I gave With the trade, the Lak- first-round draft picks — Angeles. ESPN NBAAnalyst and According to Caesars them a chance. You can ers undoubtedly should be including this year’s No. 4 James’ and Davis’ Los Angeles Sparks For- Sportsbook, the Lakers are rewind it and go back. I said able to make a long postsea- overall selection in the 2019 agent, Rich Paul of Klutch ward, Chiney Ogwumike, 7-2 to win the title next if you get the three Ball son run for the first time in NBA Draft in exchange for Sports group, perfectly shared her thoughts on the year, leaping out to be brothers, you can survive six-seasons, with Anthony Davis. maneuvered its January blockbuster deal and the heavy favorites ahead of this. You let him go, oh, it's Davis, LeBron James and a The deal can’t be offi- trade request to move on impact it will have through- 2019-20 season. going to be a cold day in third possible star still to be cially completed until July 6 from New Orleans to Los out the league. The Bucks and Clippers hell. Trust and believe that.” determined for the 2019-20 due to salary cap reasons, Angeles. “They’re officially a are tied at 6-1 behind Los The Lakers know they season. Student Athlete of the Week: Tara Moore BY AMANDA SCURLOCK Gold titles and now we are track, and tennis. Through I’ve become very organ- Sports Writer in Premiere, which is the track and field, Moore qual- ized.” highest level and we basi- ified for the Junior Both United States and Tara Moore is a passion- cally just have to stay here Olympics, running in the World History is Moore’s ate soccer player and is a and defend our title.” 400m and 4x400m events. favorite subject. She men- leader at LACES Middle The teams Moore are “My dad started me in a tioned how LACES is “a School. With a 4.0 GPA, she involved in help her in dif- lot of different sports when I very academic school” pro- was valedictorian of her ferent ways, some feed her was younger,” Moore said. vides a supportive and class and spoke at her competitive spirit while oth- “I’ve really grown a passion encouraging environment. eighth-grade graduation this ers allow her to enjoy play- for all sports of all kinds.” “All of my teachers are month. ing soccer. As a student, Moore is a always very supportive, and Moore competes in four “My club team, we play member of the Junior we have very nice facili- different soccer teams, with overall more control National Honors Society ties,” said “We have the including LACES Beyond and we have more of an idea and is Middle School Presi- tools and the teachers we the Bell Soccer team and on of the game,” Moore said. dent. As president, she is on need to succeed.” her AYSO United LA Club “AYSO, that’s more about the cabinet for her Leader- Moore and her mother Team in South Los Angeles. having fun at tournaments ship class. Being a president do volunteer work for Big The players on her club … AYSO is where I reserve helped Moore find her voice Sunday where they donate team have been playing my passion for the sport as she administrated student to people who are less fortu- together since Moore was because it’s so much fun.” think tanks, worked with nate. 10-years-old. Moore is a member of LACES high school stu- "We've been going a Her club team went an All-Star team and got the dents and help organize couple of years on MLK undefeated in the AYSO and opportunity to compete in event logistics. Day, right before the parade, became a club team. tournaments. Her team once “All of the events at and we sort out clothes for “They started us at a qualified for a national tour- school, we work everything the homeless,” Moore said. ranking called Silver nament in Florida. Diminu- out the budget, paper, all of “It shows you the value to League, we were playing tive and athletic, Moore has the resources we have at the things that we have and other teams in our ranking dabbled in tennis, volley- school,” Moore said. “I’ve we donate our clothes and COURTESY PHOTO and we kept winning titles,” ball, and football. become stronger and able to we separate them into bags Tara Moore is very passionate about playing soccer and is Moore said. “And then to When she was younger, maintain my own, also with … and create different food the president at LACES Middle School. Gold and then we won our Moore competed in golf, planning different events bags, give them out.” Los Angeles Sparks Suffer 98-92 Loss at Home to New York Liberty

BY JARRED DAVIS The Sparks converted for a lay-up just before the through because of how Contributing Writer 12 turnovers on the night buzzer sounded, giving Los our body felt,” Ogwumike and saw the Liberty con- Angeles a 50-48 halftime said. Amanda Zahui B. vert (23-26) free throws, lead. scored a career-high 37 compared to Los Angeles The Sparks put together points, Kia Nurse added 26 only make (6-7) shots from a 7-0 run midway through to propel the New York the charity stripe. the third to take a 67-60 Liberty to a 98-92 victory Chiney Ogwumike lead with 4:15 remaining. over the Los Angeles recorded a double-double However, the Liberty then Sparks at Staples Center on with 26 points and 14 responded to tie the game Saturday night. rebounds for the Sparks. back up at 69-all with New York (3-5) Nneka Ogwumike added under one-minute to go in snapped a 10-game road 20 and 9, and Chelsea Gray the quarter. losing streak, while the had 18. Alexis Jones added Sparks (4-3) suffered its “They had nothing to nine points and made two first home loss of the sea- do with the unforced three-pointers in the fourth son. turnovers we made. They quarter to give Los Angeles “Amanda shot the ball have nothing to with [us] an 84-79 lead. well tonight. That’s not not having the discipline at New York then something that normally times to move the ball from responded and closed the happens,” said Sparks one side to the other and game with two runs of their coach, Derek Fisher on getting stuck on one side,” own. An 11-4 run gave the Zahui B., who had 24 first Fisher added. “They didn’t Liberty a 90-88 lead with half points and converted a present any challenges we 1:11 left in the game, as career-high seven 3-point- haven’t seen before, but Zahui B. nailed her seventh ers. “You can’t come into a they do deserve credit for three-pointer of the night. game assuming anything finishing the game. Nurse then nailed back- you have to come in and Both teams combined to-back free throws to give play one possession at a to put up 62 points alone in the Liberty a 96-90 lead EMARIE MARIE/T.G.SPORTSTV1 time. So, I thought the Lib- the second quarter, as and the Sparks could not Sparks center Chiney Ogwu- erty did a better job at that. defense was not played at a EMARIE MARIE/T.G.SPORTSTV1 overcome the late deficit mike (13) scored 26 points They were quicker to the premium. Sparks guard Chelsea Gray (12) scored 18 points and six “We were fighting but it and 14 rebounds against basketball at times.” Gray set up Ogwumike assists against the New York Liberty. was hard for us to push the New York Liberty. THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 SPORTS LASENTINEL.NET B-2 UCLA Men’s Basketball Welcomes Rod Palmer BY AMANDA SCURLOCK my school to visit and that conditioning, disci- Noting the team as assistant coaching job was Sports Writer watch my players,” Palmer pline, and execution were “brilliant” and “confident,” at Long Beach State; said. important. Palmer recalled his players although it was a challeng- Tenured basketball Along with knowing “I coach my teams that reassuring him they would ing transition, other mem- coach, Rod Palmer was how to detect Division I way, we don’t focus on a win in tougher games. bers of the coaching staff starting a new chapter in talent, Palmer knows how lot of things, but that’s my Those Apaches of yore helped him. his career when UCLA to work with them. Starting overall philosophy,” delivered on their promise, “Once I got used to men’s basketball hired him his coaching career in his Palmer said. “On the bas- notching a 32-3 overall that, it started to work like as an assistant coach. This mid-twenties helped learn ketball court, my philoso- record that season. clockwork,” Palmer said. new face on the coaching how to relate to his players phy is this: play tough Compton Centennial “Recruiting was the life staff has a background in while being a disciplinari- defense, finishing your faced Bishop O'Dowd High blood of the program, you coaching in Southern Cali- an. He noted how the stu- defense with a stop, mak- School of Oakland in the had to make sure that your fornia on the high school dents at the school took ing sure you get a rebound, State title match and players got better as often and college level. notice to the way he gov- score as fast as you can.” defeated them 60-36. as you could and in accor- Palmer started his erned the team and did not Palmer also coached at “I remember at the time dance with the rules.” COURTESY OF SDSU ATHLETICS New UCLA men’s basket- challenge his strict yet nur- Compton Centennial High we had given up the least Palmer became associ- career coaching at Comp- ball assistant coach, Rod ton High School in the turing nature. School, where he led the amount of points in state ate head coach of the Long Palmer coached several early 1990s. He coached “That was something boys basketball team to a championship game history Beach State men’s basket- division I players, including many division I level bas- big for me,” Palmer said. CIF Division III State at that time until later that ball team in 2014 and was former UCLA player, Arron ketball players; Palmer had “My players, they saw me championship in 2004. Star evening, Fairfax topped us assistant coach at San Afflalo. crossed paths with new as an authority figure, but player, Arron Afflalo was a by one point,” Palmer said. Diego State this past sea- head coach, Mick Cronin they also saw me as a guy senior that season. The “It was just a magical run, son. He believes that his came up, it was one that during his years coaching that they can talk to if they players attended practice those guys they loved each new job with the Bruins is you can’t turn down,” high school basketball. had a problem.” daily ready to work hard other, they hung out all the right for him and his fami- Palmer said. “I know the “He would always Through his years of and adopted Palmer’s men- time.” ly. type of players that a pro- make it a point to come by coaching, Palmer realized tality. His first collegiate “When the opportunity gram like UCLA needs.” Chargers Coach Lynn has Busy Break Ahead Before Camp Starts BY JOE REEDY Family Foundation two Lynn said. “We thought that that required four surgeries. by participating in the AP Sports Writer months ago. Their first sig- we needed education there. I Lynn met the four first American Century Celebri- nificant fundraising event helped a little bit and we’re responders who saved his ty Golf Tournament in Anthony Lynn has a will be a golf tournament in going to go open it up.” life last year at a fire station Lake Tahoe in early July. busy stretch ahead before Dallas on June 24. Lynn also realizes his in Pasadena during the After that, it'll be time to the Los Angeles Chargers A couple days later, foundation can have a big- shooting of a Verizon ad prepare for the season. report to camp on July 24. Lynn will be heading to ger impact if the Chargers highlighting the work of The Chargers were 12-4 While many in the NFL Tanzania to open a school can continue their success first responders. last season and made the try to relax in the five weeks for students in kindergarten from last season, which he “I am surprised how playoffs for the first time between minicamp and through seventh grade. The says has motivated him to much people comment since 2013. Lynn said he training camp, Lynn plans goal is to eventually edu- become a better coach. about the ad because it is was pleased with how the on getting his family foun- cate kids through 12th Lynn began his break something I have been team handled the past cou- dation off the ground as grade. Lynn's foundation by visiting with Ventura dealing with all my life,” ple months of OTAs and well as open a new school has partnered with Com- police officer Craig Kelly, he said. “I just want them minicamp amid the expec- in Africa. mon Threadz to build the who was one of the first to receive the credit. They tations that surround a pos- “With the Africa trip and AP PHOTO/STEVEN SENNE, FILE school. responders who saved were heroes even before sible Super Bowl con- In this Jan. 13, 2019, file everything it seems like I “There was a certain Lynn’s life when he was my incident.” tender. photo, Los Angeles Chargers have a lot going on, but head coach, Anthony Lynn place in Tanzania where struck by a drunk driver in Lynn said he plans to “We have a lot of the when I’m not coaching foot- speaks to the media follow- they didn’t have schools and 2005. visit the scene of the acci- core guys returning and I ball, I am passionate about ing an NFL divisional playoff teenagers were going into He suffered two col- dent for the first time and feel good about where we other things,” Lynn said. football game against the the military and young lapsed lungs and three bro- may also do a ride-along are at,” Lynn said. “You Lynn and his wife, New England Patriots, in ladies were getting hauled ken ribs as well as major with Kelly. could tell from Day 1 we Stacey, launched the Lynn Foxborough, Mass. off into sex trafficking,” facial and shoulder damage Lynn will end his break are on the same page.” Ravens, Jackson Get Crash Course in Roman’s New-Look Offense BY DAVID GINSBURG “We had to go back and kind of going off how we doing,” Harbaugh said. AP Sports Writer look at everything from the ended last year.” “It’s a new offense with, ground up,” Roman said. Jackson and backup really, a new cast of charac- The Baltimore Ravens “We looked at where we quarterback Robert Griffin ters – including Lamar, are receiving a crash course are and the vision we have III were both victimized by because it’s new for him, this week from first-year for ourselves. We really interceptions during too.” offensive coordinator, Greg kind of started from square Wednesday’s practice, but So, what can Ravens Roman, who’s rewritten the one – how we call every- the results are insignificant fans expect from the new- playbook to accommodate thing, the terminology we at this juncture. Everyone’s look offense? the peculiar talent of quar- use, and how can we best wearing shorts, no one has “You’ll see some new terback, Lamar Jackson. utilize Lamar and the entire pads, so it’s pretty obvious stuff, some new stuff that Roman hopes the les- offense's abilities?” that the offense is going to looks like old stuff,” sons learned during the A playbook designed pass. Roman said. team’s mandatory three- for a drop-back passer like “When we move into Almost all of it, howev- game minicamp will enable Flacco just wasn’t going to training camp, there will be er, will happen in up-tempo the offense to perform work for Jackson, who's more emphasis on the run- fashion. comfortably and efficiently AP PHOTO/GAIL BURTON quick out of the pocket and ning game,” Roman said. “We’re looking for at training camp next Baltimore Ravens quarterback, Lamar Jackson, center, almost perfect for the run- What matters this week quicker communication, month. shakes hands with Marquise Brown after workouts at the pass option. Although is that the offense moves the ability to play quicker “Generally, the guys team's NFL football training facility in Owings Mills, Md., Roman began a complete closer to absorbing the new at the line of scrimmage,” Wednesday, June 12, 2019. have done just a really overhaul after the postsea- playbook. Roman said. “We can play good job of picking this up Marty Mornhinweg. taking over for Joe Flacco son, the seeds of change “You can’t work the slow, but we wanted to be quick,” Roman said Coach, John Harbaugh as a rookie last season, began almost as soon as whole offense in three able to really delve in to Wednesday. “We’ve got to made the switch in part Jackson rushed for 556 Jackson got his first start in days, but we want to look making things as stream- keep grinding, keep trying because Roman put togeth- yards in a run-heavy November. like we know what we’re lined as we could.” to mine for gold as far as er a very effective offense offense, propelling Balti- So it's not as if the technique and being pre- for quarterback, Colin more to a 6-1 finish and a Ravens are being asked to cise.” Kaepernick in San Francis- berth in the playoffs as learn a new language. The process began in co during the 2012 season. AFC North champions. “It’s kind of a January, soon after Roman Jackson, like Kaeper- Soon after the Ravens revamped version of what was promoted from assis- nick, has the footspeed and lost to the Chargers in the we did last year,” left tack- tant head coach/tight end elusiveness to make things opening round, Roman le, Ronnie Stanley said. coach to replace fired happen even when he's not ripped up the playbook and “It’s been kind of an easier offensive coordinator, throwing the ball. After started anew. transition, because we're Prosecutors to Retry Kellen Winslow Jr. on Rape Charges

BY JULIE WATSON year-old high school senior Associated Press walking near his home in Encinitas and told her she Former pro football was attractive and asked player Kellen Winslow Jr. where she lived. will be retried after a jury The judge ruled him a convicted him of raping a danger to the community homeless woman but failed and a flight risk, especially to agree on eight other now that he has been con- criminal charges, Califor- victed. nia prosecutors said Friday. Winslow played for Assistant District Attor- Cleveland, Tampa Bay, ney Dan Owens said at a New England and the New hearing in San Diego AP PHOTO York Jets. He is the son of County Superior Court that Chargers Hall of Fame five women who testified year-old homeless woman _ after the jury said it was receiver Kellen Winslow, against Winslow at the first and two counts of lewd hopelessly deadlocked. who attended all of the first trial will be back on the conduct involving two The judge denied a trial. witness stand at a second other women. defense request that His new trial is sched- trial set for September. A judge declared a mis- Winslow, 35, be released uled to begin on Sept. 30. Winslow, who played trial on the remaining on $1 million bail and The defense has asked for for Cleveland, Tampa Bay, charges _ including two home confinement after the his sentencing hearing for New England and the New counts of rape involving a prosecution said that while his single conviction to be York Jets, was convicted hitchhiker and an uncon- he was free on bail last Jan- postponed until he is Monday of raping a 58- scious teenage girl in 2003 uary he approached an 18- retried. B-3 www.lasentinel.net THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019

By Lapacazo SandovaL kidding? It’s the Los An- DJ: I know. My grand- Contributing Writer geles Sentinel. I told my father was a Black Indian. public relations team, I Writer, director and want you guys so, no, thank LAS: What? Details, producer Dallas Jackson is you for speaking with me. please. methodically building his DJ: I believe he was entertainment empire. LAS: Netflix! Blum- Cherokee. He was original- This news is a reason house! Big time! Go, Jack- ly from Oklahoma. I didn’t to celebrate because Mr. son, go, Jackson, go Jack- know too much about my Jackson is unapologeti- son. grandfather because he cally Black and more to DJ: (Laughing) [Net- passed when I was very the point, he’s making it flix] It’s like 7-Eleven. young. He was a Black his mission to open those They’re there for you cowboy. There is a tribute closed doors for other gift- 24/7, and that’s the reasonto my grandfather in the ed people of color. I was excited about- NetBlack Cowboy Museum, If you are one of the flix releasing “Thriller.”in Colorado. There is this millions of Netflix custom- The idea of people being picture of him on horse- ers, then you might already able to watch it whenever back with my grandmother. know the work of the very they want, wherever they He paid for her. She was a talented Jackson because are. It’s an interesting way sharecropper so he paid for his slasher film, “Thrill- COURTESY PHOTO now to watch movies and her to leave the plantation, er,” is now playing on the Dallas Jackson, 3rd from right, with members of the cast of “Thriller.” you have the liberty to put her on horseback and streaming giant. watch it five times ifthey you traveled from Okla- “Thriller” is not your you must stop and take no- and intimidating figure -re The Los Angeles Senti- so choose. That’s crazy. homa to Colorado to buy usual horror-slasher mov- tice. turns to his neighborhood nel caught up with the writ- land. ie. To begin, it is execu- In Jackson’s “Thriller,” and those kids, now teenag- er-director, Dallas Jackson, LAS: A little birdy told tive produced and scored what starts out as a cruel ers, fear that he may want who is preparing for his me, you are about to blow LAS: I have chills. by rapper RZA — add 100 childhood prank turns to confront them about the next film, to discuss- film up! My birdie is never When I first called you points to the proverbial deadly when the painfully horrible past. making and how the late, wrong. What’s brewing? were on the phone with a scorecard. shy kid, Chauncey Page Set just days before great John Singleton made DJ: (Laughing) You major entertainment com- The film features an (played by Jason Woods),their high school gradua- his career possible. know what’s funny two pany and had to call me all African American cast. accidentally kills one of his tion and the big homecom- This is an edited ver- years ago, I was sitting on back. Are you making That’s huge because Black tormentors. ing party, their fear turns sion of an hour-long con- my couch and asking God deals? characters in other horror In a panic, the kids ac- into panic when members versation. and wondering what’s go- DJ: (Laughing) Well and sci-fi films are usuallycuse Chauncey of murder of their crew start turning L.A. Sentinel: Dallas ing on. What’s your name? yes. You know 2012 to the first to die. There are soand he is sent to prison. up murdered in increas- Jackson, sir I am so proud 2016 was a rough period many jokes that have been Fast forward and these kids ingly gruesome ways. of you. Thank you for tak- LAS:: Lapacazo, I’m for me. I had been out here shared over the years about swallow their guilt and get Is this Chauncey get- ing the time from your Mexican, African Ameri- in Los Angeles writing and that fact that when some- on with their lives. ting his revenge? Or is busy schedule to chat with can, and Native of the land. selling screenplays and I thing like “Thriller” comes Years later, Chauncey something or someone else us. Black Indian, there are so had one movie made, “Un- along (and is on Netflix), is released and the now tall on a killing spree? Dallas Jackson: You many of us, really. {See JACKSON B-4} “ ROUSING! Underscores the deeply humanistic soul responsible for broadening the literary landscape.”

By MeSfin fekadu Associated Press “ A VISUALLY BEAUTIFUL DOCUMENTARY... Morrison narrates her life in a tone that is Missy Elliott, the cre- determined, self-assured and sly.” ative mastermind who has written hit songs for a number of female acts and created camaraderie “THE POWERFUL AND ARTICULATE among women in the music presence of the Nobel Prize winner is central industry for more than two to this examination of her life and work.” decades, felt the love back from her musical sisters as she became the first female rapper inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. During a performance, breakthrough singer-rap- per Lizzo brought Elliott’s colorful and eccentric mu- BRAD BARKET/INVISION/AP sic videos to life in an en- Missy Elliott speaks at the 50th annual Songwriters Hall semble similar to what El- of Fame induction and awards ceremony at the New liott sported in the late ’90s York Marriott Marquis Hotel on Thursday, June 13, 2019, — the finger wave hairdo in New York. included. Da Brat, fiery as ever, joined Lizzo onstage “Every time I come Houston, Monica, Mariah up to a podium ... even Carey, Janet Jackson, Mary for “Sock It 2 Me” in New York on Thursday night. with all the work that I’ve J. Blige, Ariana Grande, done, I don’t know, and Destiny’s Child, Fantasia, Queen Latifah, a Gram- Jazmine Sullivan, SWV, my, Emmy and Golden I’m assuming it’s just God, I don’t know why I am Globe winner, inducted Total, 702, Mya, Tweet and here,” she said with tears others. Elliott with kind words as she paid homage to their in her eyes as the audience Elliott entered the 2019 long-lasting friendship. erupted with cheers and ap- class alongside heavy- weights in the music in- And even former firstplause. “Ilady want to say one Michelle Obama took her thing to the writers, to the dustry, including legendary turn to say how much of a upcoming writers, ‘Do not British singer Cat Stevens give up.’ We all go through and country-folk icon John Missy Elliott fan she is. writer’s block. Sometimes Prine. “Missy, I want to thank you for all of your trailblaz- you just have to walk away “I love songwriting. I ing ways,” Obama said in a from a record and come love to paint myself into taped video that aired dur- back to it. But don’t give a corner and have to write up because I’m standing my way out of it,” said ing the event. “Thank you not for just sharing your here. And this is big for Prine, who performed on- gift with the world, but hip-hop, too.” stage with Bonnie Raitt. for being an advocate for Elliott is just the third “And when I co-write, I so many people out there, rapper to enter into the always try to pick out a re- especially young girls who Songwriters Hall, follow- ally good restaurant, so if ing Jay-Z and Jermaine things ain’t happening in are still figuring out how to make their voices heard.” Dupri’s inductions in 2017the first 30 minutes, just and 2018, respectively. go: ‘Hey man, let’s go get It all brought Elliott to tears: Near the end of While she’s written her some lunch.’” her 10-minute speech, the own hit songs — from Cat Stevens, who con- verted to Islam and now Grammy winner broke “Get Ur Freak On” to down after telling funny “Work It” to “Lose - Congoes by Yusuf/Cat Stevens, and deep stories about how trol” — Elliott has also lentsaid as his life took several COLLAGE BY MICKALENE THOMAS FROM A TIMOTHY GREENFIELD-SANDERS PORTRAIT her creative mind worked her writing skills to others journeys, so did his song- as a child. — specifically girl groups writing. WEST LOS ANGELES HOLLYWOOD and pop and R&B soloists, “I am thankful,” she “My first search was STARTS FRIDAY, The Landmark at W. Pico ArcLight Cinemas At Sunset including the late icon Aa- for wealth and success but & Westwood (310) 470-0492 & Vine (323) 615-2550 said, pausing for a few sec- MISSY JUNE 21 landmarktheatres.com arclightcinemas.com onds. liyah, Beyoncé, Whitney {See B-4} THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 ENTERTAINMENT LASENTINEL.NET B-4

By Lauren FLoyd has a foreword by Russell Simmons. eryday heroes. It is a collection of men Staff Writer For Jealous, growing up in a home known and unknown, most of whom with positive uplifting stories of Black have grown up since desegregation, The narrative of Black men is men and women was a norm. His all of whom have faced challenge, and one of resilience and triumph in the grandparents, who were born slaves,all of whom have lived their lives in midst of challenge and oppression. would share stories of his ancestors ways that are relevant to each of us. It In “Reach: 40 Black Men Speak onand his parents would tell him bed- is offered as a gift of gifts: each man Living, Leading, and Succeeding,” time stories about their fight with thefeatured in these pages sat down with we hear from 40 men including JohnNAACP during the Jim Crow era. us to tell his story so that it could be Legend, Rev. Al Sharpton, Van Jones, “Their stories and the dreams they combined with the stories of others Isiah Thomas and Talib Kwali. inspired started me on my oath toward and handed down from parents, god- The 2015 book was edited by for- leadership,” says Jealous in the intro- parents, aunts and uncles, older broth- mer NAACP president/CEO Ben Jeal- duction of the book. ers and peers to young men seeking to ous and author Trabian Shorters and He writes, “This is a book of ev- find their way.”

By Lauren Victoria Burke NNPA Newswire Contributor

“When They See Us” has been the most-watched series on Netflix in the U.S. every day since it premiered on May 31,”- ac cording to Netflix’s Twitter account on June 12. Though Netflix does not release specific viewer- ship numbers, the internet channel is a worldwide portal for content that has over 145 million paid sub- scribers. “When They See Us” relays the jarring miscar- riage of justice against five teens — Kevin- Rich ardson, Antron McCray, Yusef Salaam, Raymond

COURTESY PHOTO Ava DuVernay’s documentary has had ramifications on the prosecutors who worked on the case.

Santana, and Korey Wise Bloomberg, who was million paid subscribers. pany, Dutton, weeks ago. be fired. Fairstein, was the — who were convicted of blocking their settlement, Netflix reported revenue is Another prosecutor, subject of a protest in New

COURTESY PHOTO assault, rape, and attempted departed office. $16 billion. Elizabeth Lederer has not York on June 17. Actor Caleel Harris por- murder. In 2017, Netflix added Ava DuVernay’s docu- had her contract renewed The day before Le- trays young Anthron Mc- Their sentences were 22 million paid subscribers. mentary has had ramifica- from Columbia Law School derer’s resignation from Cray in the Netflix series, vacated in 2002 and theThis put its total subscriber tions on the prosecutors on June 11. Columbia was announced, “When They See Us.” A City of New York paidcount at more than 117.5 who worked on the case. Prior to her resignation, the college’s Black Law record number of viewers them millions in restitu- million that year. A year Linda Fairstein, 72, was- reover 10,000 signed a peti - Students Association called have watched the program. tion after Mayor Michael later, Netflix boasted 146.5leased from her book -comtion calling for Lederer to for her to be fired.

flowing in. My wife and 2 and 3” so I was going toand he really opened my Jackson call this [version] a reboot. eyes. He said [Dallas] you {Continued from B-3} I, at the time our son was three-years-old and my This was 2013. are a really good writer, cle P” which is a family daughter was just born, you can be a good direc- comedy. I went through we realized that we had to LAS: That was a great tor.’ He challenged me to a period after that where I downsize. Oscar party for you! get a notebook and to fol- had a first look deal at 20th DJ: It was because that low him around so I un- Century Fox. I sold a script LAS: I am hearing you night John [Singleton] and derstood what a director to MTV Films and I was and I am listening. This I bonded. We talked about does, from the start to the writing the screenplay for isn’t an easy career for sure. movies that we love and finish. It really opened my “The Last Dragon” remake DJ: Exactly. We why we love those movies. eyes. So when I had the for Columbia Pictures and moved from our house to a We talked about executives meeting with Blumhouse I was developing a televi- one bedroom apartment in we didn’t like. We talked Productions, I made it clear sion at Starz and another an area which is called the about things that people that the screenplay that I COURTESY PHOTO at ABC Family. None of jungles in South Central. who love movies and makewas writing as a “Scream” Jackson and rapper RZA. these things had gotten From 2012 to 2016, wemovies talk about. We leftmeets “I Know What You made. lived in that one-bedroom that party and went to two Did Last Summer” meets want any credit for any- and they are letting us take In 2008, I wrote the apartment. My kids didn’t other [Oscar] parties that “Halloween” with Black thing. He wanted me to it over for the summer. It’s screenplay “The Last Drag- know we were struggling. night. In the wee hours of and Latino kids in the leadspread my wings on my this super cool Staple Cen- on” and Samuel L. Jackson My wife and I were going the morning, I realized that roles. Blumhouse was just own. “Thriller” turned me ter type of interior that we was attached to star. He through a financial strug- I had just spent the entire coming from “Get Out” from a screenwriter to an are going to shoot in. I am went with me and Barry gle. We were trying to get night with John Single- and they wanted to do official [film] director. Wethe producer, writer, and di- Gordon’s son to pitch the out of this place. The thing ton. A week later we more sat movies with ethnic premiered “Thriller” at the rector on this. remake of the movie. Once that got me out was con- down for lunch and I gave leads, so they responded toLos Angeles Film Festival we started along this jour- tinuing to write and meet- him my wife’s screenplay “Thriller.” They also askedand John was in the au- LAS:: I am so proud of ney, it looked like the mov- ing [the late] John Single- (“Rebel”) and he suggested if I was following [director] dience and he was like ayou! ie was going to get made. ton. that we do it as a television John Singleton around? proud father. In retrospec- DJ:: Thank you. You In 2010, we had a director show. I did the leg work be- And I said ‘yes’ and they tive, it was all God. know, looking back at that and were moving forward. LAS: Dallas, I just got cause I’m good at that and said, ‘Why don’t you direct one-bedroom apartment, it In 2011, there was a re- chills … he showed up; it was beau- [“Thriller”]?’ That was in LAS: I am officially -in all really started there be- gime change at Sony [Pic- DJ: He transformed my tiful. BET gave us a pilot 2017 and that summer I spired. What’s next? cause I had to figure a way tures] and the movie didn’t life. My wife is also a writ- commitment [for “Rebel”] was shooting my first film DJ: Now I am prepar- out and my wife pitched in look like it was not going er and she wrote a project and that turned into a se- as a director. ing a new film for NBC- and wrote “Rebel.” to go. The money stopped called “Rebel” but let me ries for John to direct; we UNIVERSAL it’s a remake coming because the script start at the beginning. produced ten episodes and LAS: I bet John was of “Sudden Death.” It’s an LAS: A team. was finished and the next that got us out of the one- very proud! action, martial arts film DJ:: A team. Looking time I got paid was when LAS: How did you bedroom apartment. DJ: I asked John to bestarring Michael Jai White. back, I know it’s all divine. the movie was going to meet John? the executive producer on We will shoot in August It all started with our need get made. And it didn’t get DJ: At Lee Daniel’s LAS:: So now Dallas “Thriller” because I owed and it will be out June to get out of that tiny apart- made. Oscar party. I was a guestyou’ve added director to all of this to him and he de- 2020. We are shooting inment, but if we were not I was so focused on that of Leon Isaac Kennedy Jr.,your skill set. Was becom- clined. Winnipeg, Canada. It’s there, a I would not have met project because it was so and by chance, I was - writing a film director - some martial arts version of “Die John [Singleton]. This is close, that I didn’t have too ing a prison movie and I thing you always wanted LAS:: Declined? Hard.” It takes place in a all divine planning. Some- many irons in the fire. So,was I going to call it a re- to do? DJ: Yes because was sports arena. Winnipeg has times when you think that was living in Baldwin Hills make of “Penitentiary.” DJ: (pause) Well, I like ‘No man, it’s your this huge sports arena that you are down, it’s really a and the money stopped There is “Penitentiary 1, was following John around movie, go do it!’ He didn’t their hockey team plays in blessing from God.

that journey was to do a songwriter behind radio Thursday when she beauti- David Starlight Award, ceived the Contemporary Missy fully sang her hit “Brave.” Icon Award and closed the {Continued from B-3} search for meaning, so that hits for TLC, Monica, Pink, while Oscar winner Carole kind of defined, I think, myBoyz II Men and Madonna; She was on piano while Bayer Sager — who was multi-hour event with a then I was dragged under- main contribution to being and Tom T. Hall, who John - Jack Antonoff, the song’s inducted into the Song- performance, singing “New ground after the first battle a songwriter.” ny Cash called his “all-time co-writer, assisted on gui- writers Hall in 1987 -— York,re New York” and then with fame and the demands Songwriters are eligible favorite songwriter.” Hall tar. They gave Martin ceived the Johnny Mercer going into his own hits that of the music business. I for induction after writ- didn’t attend the 50th - anBandier, who stepped downAward and sang with Patti he had a hand in writing, was hospitalized with a ing hit songs for at least nual induction ceremony as CEO and chairman LaBelle of onstage. The presi- including “My Love” and thing called TB, but that20 years. Other inductees but taped an acceptance Sony/ATV Music Publish- dent and CEO of the Song- “Cry Me a River.” was a great opening for were Jack Tempchin, who speech. ing this year, the Visionary writers Hall of Fame, Linda me, a great chance, andco-wrote songs for the Ea- Sara Bareilles, who Leadership Award. Moran, earned the Cham- Associated Press Writer that’s when my real jour- gles and Glenn Frey’s solo was honored at last year’s Pop singer Halsey per- pion Award. Brooke Lefferts contributed ney started,” he said. “And albums; Dallas Austin, the ceremony, stole the show formed and earned the Hal Justin Timberlake re- to this report. FfrnqY Lifestyle HjfqyH C-1 www.lasentinel.net THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 Basking in the Sun? Prolonged Exposure Increases Chance of Skin Cancer

African Americans are at risk and should take steps to protect skin COURTESY PHOTO SPECIAL TO THE SENTINEL ease. That’s why it’s impor- a sun protection factor to 4 p.m. from the sun. Kaiser Permanente Health tant for everyone to protect (SPF) of 30 or higher is • Understand that sand, “It may not be possible News their skin on a daily basis. advisable, and it should be water and snow can reflect to completely prevent skin This is true for all ethnic reapplied as needed, includ- 85 percent of the sun’s rays. cancer, but taking these pre- As summer officially groups, including African ing every 1-2 hours when in • To protect your eyes, cautions will help,” begins on Friday, June 21, Americans, says Dr. Evette the water or when perspir- wear sunglasses capable of Dr. Ramsay said. “Also, the days will get warmer, Ramsay, a dermatologist ing. However, using sun- blocking 99 percent of UVA keep an eye on new spots or growths on your skin as more people across South- with Kaiser Permanente COURTESY PHOTO screen alone isn’t always and UVB radiation. ern California will enjoy Southern California. She enough. That’s why you • When possible, wear they could be early signs of spending time at the beach, noted a July 2016 study in worse prognosis and higher should also consider taking loose-fitting, long-sleeved skin cancer. With early as well as participate in out- the Journal of the American mortality rates. other steps to protect your- clothing to cover much of detection, skin cancer can door activities such as Academy of Dermatology “It’s important to know self.” your skin. be treated more easily. walking, hiking, camping concluded melanoma, a that no matter which sex or Protecting your skin • Wear clothing with the That’s why it’s important to and swimming. form of skin cancer that can race you belong to, anyone Dr. Ramsay offered the UPF label that helps protect regularly have your skin However, spending too affect all ethnic groups, is can get skin cancer, and you following tips to lessen against UV radiation. checked by a doctor.” much time in the sun and its detected in African Ameri- need to protect your skin your chance of getting skin • Because their skin is Kaiser Permanente harmful ultraviolet (UV) cans in its later stages more from UV radiation to lessen cancer: more sensitive, completely offers tips on skin cancer rays can cause skin cancer, than in any other ethnic your risk,” Dr. Ramsay • Avoid the sun during shield the skin of babies prevention, as well as care a potentially deadly dis- group. This can lead to a said. “Using sunscreen with its peak hours from 10 a.m. younger than six months instructions. New Road Trip Report Shows Rising Gas Prices, Work Schedules Cramp Car Travel BY STACY M. BROWN time off from work. when driving. A mere 10 according to Penny Gusner, NNPA Newswire Nearly one-third of percent feel either stressed CarInsurance.com con- Correspondent respondents pointed to not or “rage-y.” sumer analyst. being able to take off time, However, one noted “You can always save Nearly half of American according to a news release. headache associated with money by comparison drivers surveyed say that The research also road trips is traffic. shopping, as pricing varies rising gas prices are stop- revealed that the vast major- Approximately 11 per- significantly among insur- ping them from heading out ity of people enjoy family cent called people who they ers for the same coverage,” on a road trip this summer, road trips, despite some weren’t particularly close to Gusner said. according to results of a respondents mentioning because they were bored. “But you should defi- motorist study released by that a family member had a The survey found that nitely shop around after an CarInsurance.com, a one- meltdown before the adven- poor road conditions also accident. Your current com- stop destination for expert ture was underway. caused 20 percent of drivers pany may assess risk differ- advice on car insurance. More than 90 percent to have a one-car accident, ently than others, so it may Soon, the school year say they’ve taken a family 19 percent report getting no longer be the most will be in the rear-view mir- road trip over the past five into an accident with anoth- affordable,” she said. ror, and families across the PHOTO: ISTOCKPHOTO / NNPA years. er car. Gusner added: “Our rate Soon, the school year will be in the rear-view mirror, and nation will hit the road for a Only 17 percent of Just one accident can analysis of six major insur- families across the nation will hit the road for a good old- good old-fashioned summer fashioned summer road trip. respondents claim to prefer raise your yearly car insur- ers shows drivers can save road trip. air travel over road trips. ance rate by 32 percent, or an average of $1,000 by To kick off the season, with traffic and what types taking the family on a road Most of those who favor $450 a year, on average, comparing car insurance CarInsurance.com surveyed of mishaps they’ve had due trip. the road say those trips are according to CarInsur- quotes after an accident.” 1,000 drivers to find out to poor road conditions. That’s an increase from just more enjoyable than ance.com’s rate data analysis. To view the full report how they feel when behind CarInsurance.com 36 percent last year. heading to an airport. Whether you’ve experi- and methodology visit, the wheel, what their family found that 44 percent of Another reason drivers While on the road, 44 enced an accident or not, https://www.carinsurance.c road trip experiences are people said that gas prices may skip a summer road percent of drivers surveyed you can save on car insur- om/Articles/2019-family- like, what they do to cope are preventing them from trip is that they can’t take say they feel contentment ance by comparing rates, road-trip-report.

The 2019 Subaru Forester was a AUTO REVIEW: 2019 Subaru Forester great vehicle BY FRANK S. WASHINGTON four-cylinder that made 182 teristic I noticed about the emphasized the standard with great han- AboutThatCar.com horsepower and 176-pound Forester was its handling. It Symmetrical All-Wheel dling, a very NNPA Newswire feet of torque at 4,400 rpm. was Go-Kart precise. Just the Drive system’s functionality. good ride, good Contributor The Forester had an EPA slightest turn of the wheel Subaru is one of the few gas mileage and rating of 26 mpg in the city, and the midsize crossover manufactures that make all- good interior Even before my week 33 mpg on the highway and went in the direction the wheel-drive standard. space with what they called a test driving the 2019 Subaru 29 mpg combined. wheel was turned. Reaction The front, side and rear panoramic sunroof. The sticker I thought was astound- This new engine provid- time to driver input was under guards were also stan- Forester was up my opinion ingly low, $33,465. had been reached. It was very ed more than enough oomph almost instant. dard on all models, with satisfying to the point of in day-to-day driving. I real- Styling was new for 2019 color finish according to trim rest of the interior was black. seems to have had just about being a very impressive mid- ly don’t care for CVTs but too. Subaru said it was more line. New LED headlights I could see it out of the corner every creature comfort: size crossover that delivered this one was not bad. Accel- rugged. The exterior had were standard on all models. of my eye, and it was dis- stop/start, automatic lock and on a number of levels. eration was good and it was shoulder lines that followed The wheelbase was increas- tracting. I thought it was a unlock, eyesight driver-assist Under the hood was a fairly quiet, for a continuous- around the pillars to empha- ed to 105.1 in. from 103.9 in., vehicle in my blind spot at technology, torque vectoring, 2.5-liter Boxer engine, mean- ly variable transmission. size height and strength. with the gain benefitting rear first, and then I thought it Bluetooth, a navigation sys- ing horizontally opposed The first driving charac- Prominent wheel arches seat legroom, which is now was somebody in the street tem, heated front seats, 39.4-in., a 1.4-in. increase. and after I discovered what it power driver’s seat, satellite I got into the rear seats was it was still disconcerting. radio, voice controls, it had and found them comfortable. As Subaru said, there was dual 2.1 USB jacks in the There was plenty of head- outstanding outward visibili- rear, plus one more in the space, hip room and I think ty. Strategically designed pil- front and an auxiliary jack three people could sit in the lars and generous glass area and 12V socket. back seat in relative comfort. ensure an excellent all-around It had its own Wi-Fi hot- And because the Forester sits view from inside, and all spot, lane departure alert and deceptively high, the drive models feature a standard rear assist, blind spot alert, rear tunnel was not that much of vision camera. But they need view camera with cross-traffic an intrusion into the interior to dump that light gray frame alert, a navigation system, space. for the C pillar window. Apple CarPlay,AndroidAuto, What’s more, the moon- Anyway, that was my cloud apps, streaming capabil- roof was larger than most only gripe. And I believe that ity, ride modes, and adaptive I’ve seen. is a choice of interior color. cruise control.And there was a Subaru’s signature The cargo space was upped pod atop the dash that gave hexagonal grille incorporated during the redesign to 76.1 you average mpg; mine was active grille shutters, which cu. ft. with the rear seats fold- 22.9, then mpg in real time, optimize aerodynamics to ed. The automatic lift gate range, interior and exterior help reduce fuel consump- width was 51.3 inches. This temperature, the lock and the tion. Wider rear door open- Subaru Limited trim also had climate control reading. ings and a steep C-pillar roof rails with integrated tie- The 2019 Subaru angle make ingress/egress down hooks. Forester was a great vehicle and installing a child seat I thought the interior was with great handling, a very easier. All Forester models really nice. It was soft black good ride, good gas mileage feature lower body side leather with gray stitching. It and good interior space with cladding, which helps protect was particularly nice around what they called a panoramic against mud, rocks and other the front door panels; so sup- sunroof. The sticker I road debris. ple that it felt like a thick cloth. thought was astoundingly My only complaint was The instruments were low, $33,465. that the frame for the C-pillar black with white numerals Frank S. Washington is glass was light gray while the reversed out. And the vehicle editor of AboutThatCar.com THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 2019 www.lasentinel.net C-2

By Cora JaCkson-Fossett them were By Cora JaCkson-Fossett him grow Religion Editor children, so Religion Editor as a preach- it was a chal- er and as a When it comes to spiri- lenge.” But Another giant of faith pastor. He tual leaders, the Rev. Dr. Fisher stayed left his earthly body with was such W. Jerome Fisher had few the course the passing of the Rev. Dr. a giving equals. A master teacher, and over the Earl Alfred Pleasant on person,” he powerful preacher, excep- years, his June 14. The founder and said. tional administrator and a membership pastor emeritus of Greater Bishop friend of the people are just increased to New Bethel Baptist Church Kenneth C. some of the descriptions thousands. in Inglewood, Pleasant was Ulmer, pas- that marked his long min- In addi- 76-years-old. tor of Faith- isterial career. tion to build- A preacher of the Gos- ful Central After more than 62 ing the current edifice now around the country and pel for more than 40 years, Bible Church, definedcepted Christ at six-years- years of spreading the Gos- known as Greater Zion evangelized to internation- Pleasant touched many Pleasant’s life as a lesson old and was baptized by his pel and inspiring people Church Family, Fisher’s al crowds in Seoul, Korea, lives and baptized more in “receiving and releasing father. locally and abroad, God efforts extended beyond Dominican Republic and than 400 converts to Christ the baton of blessings.” After graduating from called the Rev. Dr. W. Je- the church walls through other nations in the world. during his long ministry. Ulmer said, “Rev. Earl Los Angeles High School rome Fisher home. He the forming of several Many people were spiritu- To recognize his life, cel- A. Pleasant exemplified in 1961, Pleasant continued passed away on June 16, at community outreach pro- ally motivated by his re- ebrations are planned for the truth that God blesses his education at Los An - the age of 95. grams and his involvement corded music as well. Thursday, June 27, where us to bless others. He re- geles Trade Tech College Arrangements for a in civic issues affecting The impact of Fisher’s he will lie in state from 4 ceived the baton of a great and Metropolitan Business celebration of his life are the citizens of Compton. work led to him receiving p.m. to 6:30 p.m., followed legacy of godly leadership College where he earned an pending. His passing prompted a countless commendations by a memorial service, led from his father, the late Dr. Associates degree in busi- Fisher’s legacy includes tremendous outpouring of and honors from faith- by Pastor Rikki T. Farrell, Earl A. Pleasant, and gave ness administration. He organizing the first African condolences from people based and civic organi- Jr., at Greater New Bethel, his life passing that baton also completed courses at American church in Comp- in the greater L.A. area andzations and being twice 601 E. 99th St., in Ingle- of faithful leadership from Biola College and Califor- ton. He first led Little Zion across the country. named Evangelist of the wood. the pulpit of Greater New nia Theological Seminary. Mission Circle with 13 His son and Greater Year. In 1988, he gave the Pastor Johnteris Tate Bethel with profound sim- Pleasant received his Doc- members and transformed Zion pastor, the Rev. Dr.opening invocation before and the members of Mount plicity and simple profun- tor of Divinity degree from it into Little Zion Mission- Michael J. Fisher, issued the 100th U.S. Congress Moriah Baptist Church will dity. He passed the baton Golden Gate Theological ary Baptist Church where a video message stating: in Washington, DC, and host Pleasant’s homego- of blessing to every life he Seminary. he grew the fellowship to “To every single person in 2017, he was presented ing service on Friday, June touched.” Pleasant served four a congregation exceeding who has texted me, called with a Lifetime Achieve- 28, in their edifice located Narvelan Coleman, years in the U.S. Air Force 2,000. me or left a comment on ment Award from the at 4269 S. Figueroa St. in Greater New Bethel mem- and was honorably dis- In a Dec. 2010 L.A. my Facebook page or on Church of God in Christ. Los Angeles. The public ber for 43 years, expressed, charged at the Ramey Air Sentinel article, Fisher re- Instagram, thank you very In the public service viewing starts at 10 a.m., “My heart is rejoicing in Force Base in Aguadilla, called the events that led much for reaching out to arena, Fisher was ap- and the service begins at the ascension of the soul Puerto Rico in 1966. Ac- to building the church, me. Thank you for calling pointed by then-Gov. Jerry 11 a.m. of Dr. Earl Alfred Pleas- cepting the call to preach saying, “I first came the here church to check on my Brown to the Century Free- Pleasant’s kind and ant. He has attained that in 1974, he was ordained during the exodus of our mom and the family. It’s way Affirmative Action thoughtful character left a which he so passionately in June 1975 and founded so-called White brother going to take me a while to Committee and later rep- lasting impression on both preached about for more Greater New Bethel six preachers. They left here, respond to everyone. resented Compton on the clergy and laity. “What a than 40 years. He has- fimonths later. leaving their buildings va- “Please don’t take it commission to build the wonderful preacher and nally won the prize of the Under his leadership, cant. personal, just right now, 105 freeway. He continued liberal proclaimer of the high calling of God in the congregation increased “I was young and angry I’m trying to figure outto be a sought-after advi- Gospel,” said the Rev. Dr. Christ Jesus.” to more than 500 members, and although I had an op- what life is like without sor to elected officials and Melvin Von Wade, Sr., a A native of Los An- several ministries focused portunity to buy, I decided my Superman. We will in- community leaders until longtime friend and retired geles, Pleasant was born on youth, adults and com- to build a church myself. form everybody when the his passing. pastor of Mount Moriah. on April 20, 1943, to the munity outreach were im- I wasn’t going to take a services are and until then, Fisher earned his Doc- “He had just started Rev. Dr. Earl Amos Pleas- plemented, and the church building these people left keep praying for me and tor of Theology degree at preaching when I came to ant, the organizer of Mount purchased an educational for me. I have been hav- mine. Love you, guys and Yuin University in Comp- Mount Moriah and I had Moriah; and Olga Mae building and parking facili- ing hand-me-downs since love you, Daddy.” ton and received two hon- the opportunity to watch Williams Pleasant. He ac- {See PLEASANT C-3} I was born, so I felt great Born March 11, 1924, orary Doctor of Divinity building this church. Pastor Emeritus Fisher degrees. “When I put the first delivered the Word of Cherishing his memory shovel in the ground, I had God, without compromise, are his wife, Norma; ten $150 in the treasury and throughout his ministry. children and many rela- 13 members and half of He was a popular preacher tives and friends.

By Cora JaCkson-Fossett our Women’s Missionary Religion Editor Society ministry in con- tinuing to provide much- Inspirational comedian needed assistance to the Lester Barrie promises to homeless, women’s and keep the audience laugh- children’s shelters, refu- ing as he emcees the event, gees, the least, left out mar- “Smooth Jazz on 25th & ginalized, and forgotten,” Magnolia.” said Jones, who added that The fundraiser takes the donation is $25. place on Saturday, June 22, LESTERBARRIE.COM Barrie regularly en- at 3 p.m., in the fellowship Lester Barrie tertains at churches, col- hall at Ward AME Church, leges and clubs around the 1177 W. 25th St., in Los sic, refreshment and sever- country and frequently ap- Angeles. al vendors with a variety of pears at the Laugh Factory Sponsored by the Ar- items, said Pastor John E. in Hollywood and Long tishia Wilkerson Jordan Cager III and WMS presi- Beach. Also, he is the pas- Women’s Missionary Soci- dent Roslyn Jones. tor of Bible Believers Mis- ety, the event will offer mu- “This event will help sionary Baptist Church in Lakewood, CA. The artist lineup will feature jazz legend Bar- bara Morrison, the Chosen Recovery Group Singers, Kirk Wilson & Underwa- ter Traffic and Fernando Pullum’s Performing Arts Center. The ticket donation is $25 and available by email- ing WMS President Jones

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By Brian W. Carter always leading a prayer ter the kingdom of heaven, Staff Writer circle. but the one who does the by Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion Editor Nobody is confused will of my Father who is in You get up, get dressed, about who you believe in heaven.” Matthew 7:21 and sit in the pew and — “that is a Christian right It’s scary and I often Second Baptist Church say, “Amen,” “Praise the there!” Everything about ask, ‘is this me?’ There will sponsors Jazzy Fryday on June 21, at 7 p.m., at 2412 Griffith Lord,” “Hallelujah” and you says holy and sancti- be people who will miss Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor William S. Epps. Woody all the other appropriate fied. You really look likeout on eternity with our Woods Big Band will featured and a presentation honoring responses Christians give what a Christian should be Abba, who believed they “Fathers and Mentors.” The donation is $25, which includes during the worship service. all about. were serving Him — and a fish dinner. To RSVP, call (213) 748-0318. You go to Sunday School It’s quite scary how de- be denied entry. “Don’t Pray For Your Boaz, Pray For Your Joey!” or Sabbath school; you stay COURTESY PHOTO ceiving it all can be, espe- Saints, we must be book release takes place on June 22, at 3:30 p.m., at 1114 for the main service or go Brian W. Carter cially when you consider wary of where our hearts S. Los Angeles St., in Los Angeles, said Chenelle Jackson, au- to all of them because you what scriptures say: “They lie, we’ve been told not to thor. The faith-based book offers dating guidance to single love church so much. cally hold you to a standard profess to know God, but trust it (Jeremiah 17:9). We mothers and single women. The event is open to the public. Church members can — in fact, they are wait- they deny him by their have to check in with the Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church count on you to help out ing to point a finger at anyworks. They are detestable, Lord in prayer and reading holds Annual Missionary Day on June 23, at 9 a.m., at 3719 at the church picnic, feed- uncharacteristic behavior. disobedient, unfit for any His Word. W. Slauson Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Mary S. Mi- ing the homeless and pass- All that being said, looking good work.” Titus 1:16 It’s not enough to look nor. The theme is “This Is Us: We Are Called to Strengthen ing out literature. You are like a Christian has many “Beware of practicing like a Christian, but actu- Our Faith Through Ministry” based on Philippians 2:1-5. The Rev. Noella Austin Buchanan is the guest preacher. Audrey respected and maybe even benefits — people elevate your righteousness before ally be one. It’s something Fletcher is the WMS president. To learn more, call (323) revered for your unwav- you to a higher echelon. other people in order to be we have to commit to ev- 296-5610. ering faith, giving tithes, In church, this is where seen by them, for then you eryday and it’s a struggle helping out — you are just looking like a Christian re- will have no reward from sometimes, but worth it. St. John’s United Methodist Church an amazing child of God. ally pays off. You sit in the your Father who is in heav- God is with us though. observes Men’s Day on June 23, at 1715 Santa Ana Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Larry Dozier. The preachers are It pays to look like a “good” seats, you know, en.” Matthew 6:1 He said that He will finish the Rev. Oliver E. Buie, Community Engagement minister Christian! where the well-known “Having a form of what He started in us. I just at Holman UMC, at 10:30 a.m., the Rev. Dr. Richard Vance, Christians are hated and church members sit along godliness, but denying the want to be a willing partici- UMC Men’s Ministry national Director for Men’s Ministry, respected equally at times with the celebs that are power thereof: from such pant in that process, not just at 4 p.m. Other guests will appear, the St. John’s Man of because many recognize part-time members, the turn away. For of this sort an observer. the Year will be announced and the U.S. Postal Service will unveil First Responder Postage stamp. For details, call (310) the power in Jesus Christ. first lady, and theare churchthey which creep into He knows these very 365-1331 or email [email protected]. They may deny the power members with the high- houses, and lead captive weak frames we operate and the glory personally, profile jobs, you know—upsilly women laden with in, but we can do all things First New Christian Fellowship Baptist Church but they know the story and in front. Even among your sins, led away with divers through Jesus. Let’s try to offers free meals for children ages 18 and younger from - are aware, on some level, family, you are the closet lusts, ever learning, and be His genuine children be- June 24 to August 9, at 1555 West 108th Street, in Los An geles, said Pastor Norman S. Johnson, Sr. The FNCF Com- what a Christian walk re- thing to God really for your never able to come to the cause the world needs the munity Development Corporation sponsors the program. quires. family. You are always knowledge of the truth.” 2 light. Meals are served weekdays, 7 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. and 11:45 When you make it quoting scripture during Timothy 3: 5-7 Pray for me and I will a.m. to 1 p.m. The meals are part of the Summer Food Ser- known that you are a the tough times, always “Not everyone who says be praying for you. vice Program, sponsored by the California Department of Christian, many automati- have a prophetic word and to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will en- God Bless. Education’s Nutrition Services Division. For information, call (323) 756-2541. Baptist District Associa- Pleasant’s wife of 27 Douroux, Deborah Pleas- Witness2Fitness Health & Wellness Pleasant tion’s Evangelical Board years, Joan Patricia Louise ant Lindsay, and Enez {Continued from C-2} plans free breakfast and conversation on June 27, 9 a.m. to and the National Baptist Pleasant; his daughter, Pau- Pleasant Hunter; adopted 11 a.m., at the US Bank community room, 5760 Crenshaw ties. Convention of America, line; and his sister, Lydia brother, Quaford Coleman, Blvd., in Los Angeles. The Cynthia Perry Ray Foundation In addition, Pleasant Inc. (NBCA). Also, he Pleasant Muse, preceded and other relatives, friends sponsors the event to help people strengthen their church held executive positions served as NBCA second him in death. His daugh- and members will continue and community, said Dr. Kathye Jenkins, CPR founder/presi- in several faith organiza- vice president and on the to treasure his life. dent, and Ronnell Nichols, event chair. To RSVP, call or text ter, Joan P.L. Pleasant; (310) 567-4231. tions including secretary- executive board of the Her- sisters, Norma Pleasant For more information, treasurer of the Fellowship itage Music Foundation. Beard, Margaret Pleasant call (310) 677-1663.

New Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church 9537 S. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90044 Worship Services..... 8:00am & 11:00am Sunday School ...... 9:30am Prayer Meeting (Wed) ...... 6:30pm Bible Study (Wed) ...... 7:00pm The Church Where “It Pays to be Nice”

CHURCH OFFICE: (323) 755-1130 & (323) 755-1139 Fax: (323) 755-8961 Rev. Melvin Hill, Pastor