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VOL. LXXVV, NO. 49 • $1.00 + CA. Sales Tax THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12 - 18, 2013 VOL. LXXXV NO. 44, $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, OCTOBER 31, 2019

Veteran television anchor reflects on memorable career and her love of giving back to the community

By Cora JaCkson-Fossett These types of stories – Staff Writer those that have a major ef- fect on people’s lives – are When Pat Harvey joined what Harvey said she has KCAL-TV in 1989, little treasured the most dur- did she know the massive ing her long career in L.A. impact she would have on And based on the multiple broadcast journalism or the awards and honors she has countless lives she would received, it appears that her affect. viewers and colleagues rec- She arrived with an im- ognize her gift as a broad- pressive resume, which in- cast journalist. cluded stints as an original “I love my job and con- anchor of CNN Headline necting with people and News and later anchoring hearing from them. That CNN’s Daybreak newscast. makes me feel good and Moving next to news an- feel that I am doing what I chor at Chicago Supersta- am supposed to be doing,” tion WGN, Harvey’s inves- she said. tigative reports on the high Doing her job has result- number of women dying ed in a cache of memorable from faulty pap smears led stories for Harvey, who re- to legislation to regulate cy- called the time in 1990 that tology labs in the state. Nelson Mandela visited Los Since coming to Los An- Angeles after his release geles, she’s made an even from prison. Since KCAL greater impression through News was relatively new, her insightful and factual she didn’t get to meet Man- story telling about people dela, but she did cover his and issues that connect with appearance at the Coliseum. the city’s population and be- “There was a huge con- yond. For example, in 1990, cert and we were on the Pat Harvey’s career includes award-winning interviews with heads of state to everyday people. she did a series on the end of roof and I met the late civil war in El Salvador and Stan Chambers, who was and I met Nelson Mandela Actually, Harvey and luggage, a bomb exploded ately went to work to try interviewed a child who lost on KTLA. For me, being a in an elevator. I didn’t have her associates encoun- in the baggage claim area and capture those images both legs after stepping on a newbie, that was very spe- my cameraman with me at tered some volatile situa- and another bomb went and tell the story.” mine. Harvey’s report per- cial,” remembered Harvey. the time but I was able to tions due to the violence off in the downtown area. Another notable occur- suaded Loma Linda Hospi- “Fast forward to 1994, I put my hands on him and surrounding the election. “But, for some reason, I rence that she holds dear tal to fly the girl to L.A. to went to South Africa to cov- our story was incredible,” After arriving in Johannes- didn’t feel any fear,” said receive free prosthetics. er the first all-race election she said. burg and retrieving their Harvey. “We just immedi- {See HARVEY A-4} Master of Comedy Dave Chappelle Receives ‘Mark Twain Prize for American Humor’ By Corey WILLIaMs Cpl. Dan Donakowski. Associated Press The death “looks like nat- ural causes,” Donakowski Former U.S. Rep. John added. Conyers, one of the lon- Known as the dean of gest-serving members of the Congressional Black Congress whose resolute- Caucus, which he helped ly liberal stance on civil found Conyers, became rights made him a political one of only six Black institution in Washington House members when he and back home in Detroit won his first election by despite several scandals, just 108 votes in 1964. The has died. He was 90. race was the beginning of Conyers, among the more than 50 years of elec- high-profile politicianstion dominance. Conyers Dave Chappelle is honored with the Mark Twain toppled by sex harassment regularly won elections Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center for allegations in 2017, died at with more than 80% of the Performing Arts on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, in Wash- COURTESY PHOTO his home on Sunday, said ington, DC. PHOTO BY OWEN SWEENEY/INVISION/AP Former U.S. Rep. John Conyers Detroit police spokesman {See CONYERS A-8} (SEE FULL STORY A-8) Hawkins Seeks to Bring Positive Change to West Valley Water District

By Cora JaCkson-Fossett trict, who serve four-year Staff Writer terms and appoints the general manager to over- There is a void on the see day-to-day operations. West Valley Water Dis- The District 4 director trict Board that Channing represents Bloomington, Hawkins aims to fill. As aColton, Fontana, Lytle candidate for the District 4 Creek, Rialto and parts of seat, he believes his elec- Jurupa Valley in Riverside tion to the position will County. Don Olinger, who bring positive change to has held the spot since The NCAA Board of Gov- the community. 2003, is seeking re-elec- ernors has voted in favor of More than 80,000 resi- tion. allowing athletes to cash dents in the Inland Empire However, Hawkins in on their names and like- are customers of WVWD. thinks the time has come nesses. The proposed rule Like similar water util- for a new District 4 direc- Channing Hawkins COURTESY PHOTO would not go into effect- un ity agencies, the District’s tor and he has mounted a til January 2021 at the -ear mission “is to provide campaign for the Nov. 5 for the future,” explained Hawkins also plans liest, but an AP columnist customers with safe, high election to persuade voters Hawkins. “Really, my to focus on eliminating says one of the biggest ben- quality and reliable water give him the opportunity campaign boils down to “wasteful spending and eficiaries of the proposal service at a reasonable rate to serve. three things – transparency, scrutinize budgetary prac- would be women. (Oct. 29) and in a sustainable man- “I am committed to en- accountability and creating tices” in WVWD and ex- ner.” suring that the affordabil- jobs. I want to ensure that pand local hiring and job WVWD is governed ity, safety and reliability West Valley Water District training programs “to en- www.lasentinel.net by a five-member board ofof our local water system, prioritizes the needs of its (SEE FULL STORY A-10) directors, elected by dis- not only for now, but also customers/rate payers.” {See HAWKINS A-10}

E. MESIYAH MCGINNIS/L.A. SENTINEL A-2 LASENTINEL.NET NEWS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019 L.A. Sparks Teach Health and Wellness to Female Veterans Sparks head athletic trainer Courtney Watson also gave attendees tips on how to live an active lifestyle without the need of excessive equipment. She talked about how jumping rope works all the muscles in your body and how elevating your feet above your heart gets rid of inflammation as well as

AMANDA SCURLOCK/L.A. SENTINEL slows your heart rate. WNBA All Star Chelsea Gray talked about her involvement Walking and drinking with Safe Place for Youth during the Where the Heart is water can also help your event. body get in better shape. “Hydration is key, it BY AMANDA SCURLOCK talking about the work that really helps to balance the Sports Writer she has done with Safe mental, the physical, the Place for Youth (SPY). emotional aspects that we AMANDA SCURLOCK/L.A. SENTINEL The Los Angeles Gray is a board member at go through,” Watson said. Sparks head athletic trainer Courtney Watson explains importance of drinking more Sparks are committed to SPY, an organization that “You’re supposed to drink water and taking walks. help women veterans offers resources to home- half of your body weight in through their campaign less young adults in the ounces [daily].” funny style of jumping about tips for mentally be better.” “Spark the True You,” even Venice area. The tips that Watson rope,” Watson said. “It just overcoming injury, Gray The Los Angeles after the WNBA season is “It’s an after-school shared were practices she really created this energy talked about her experience Sparks created “Spark the over. The Sparks recently program able to allow peo- enforced on the Sparks. from all over, just aware- recovering from having six True You” in partnership hosted the event “Where ple who don’t have any- While many Sparks players ness, physical awareness of athletic surgeries. Her with the Los Angeles the Heart is,” an event that where to talk about what were competing overseas making sure you’re doing nephews were a source of County Department of brings awareness to the they want to achieve in during the offseason, she something every day.” motivation for her to Mental Health and the Los everyday issues that home- their dreams,” Gray said. “I held a jump rope challenge The veterans who bounce back and get in Angeles County Depart- less female veterans face. often do a shoe drive to among them. The challenge attended asked Gray and shape ment of Military and Veter- The event provided help … if they need shoes was to see how long they Watson questions about “Those were the tough- ans Affairs. Uniting veter- resources to help combat just to go to an interview could jump rope for 10 remaining active, finding est times of my life,” Gray ans with pro athletes to homelessness. Three-time that they have, we take a lot consecutive days. Gray was motivation to exercise and said. “I think it’s a huge have open discussions WNBA All-Star Chelsea of those things for grant- the first to participate. finding a safe space to part mentally to find it show the many similarities Gray spoke at the event, ed.” “[Gray] starts doing her workout. When asked within yourself to want to in their experiences. L.A. City Council Approves Appointment of Karim Webb to the Board of Airport Commissioners SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE comprised of public-spirit- the largest infrastructure ed business and civic lead- investment in the history of The Los Angeles City ers who are appointed by the City and the other of Council unanimously the Mayor and approved by which is one of the busiest approved the appointment the City Council. general aviation airports in of Karim Webb to the Los “The Los Angeles the country,” said Sean Angeles Board of Airport Board of Airport Commis- Burton, president, BOAC. Commissioners (BOAC). sioners has the duty to gov- “Commissioner Webb will The seven-member board ern LAWA and formulate bring new ideas and per- governs Los Angeles World policy for our airports, one spective to BOAC and I Airports (LAWA). It is of which is in the midst of look forward to working SCE HAS MONEYSAVING PROGRAMS.

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with him in the years to engagement with “opportu- ican Chamber of Com- come.” nity youth” in Los Angeles merce. Commissioner “The deep experience has led him to philanthrop- Webb attended Morehouse that Commissioner Webb ic work promoting leader- College in Atlanta. brings as an entrepreneurial ship development and own- In addition to BOAC activist and civic leader will ership as a gateway to a ful- President Sean Burton and benefit LAWA and our air- filled life. Commissioner Webb, the ports,” said Deborah Flint, Commissioner Webb is other five members are: CEO, LAWA. “We know also co-owner and opera- Valeria C. Velasco (Com- Commissioner Webb will tions partner of PCF mission Vice President), provide valuable leadership Restaurant Management, a Gabriel L. Eshaghian, as we continue to modern- multi-unit franchisee of Beatrice C. Hsu, Cynthia ize and reimagine LAX and Buffalo Wild Wings. He A. Telles and Nicholas P. Van Nuys Airport in a way also serves as an advisor to Roxborough. The regular that benefits and includes the Multicultural Foodser- meetings of the Board of our local communities." vice & Hospitality Alliance Airport Commissioners are Commissioner Webb is (MFHA) and holds a num- scheduled on the first and the Chief Executive Officer ber of board positions, third Thursdays of each of 4thMVMT, a Los Ange- including the California month at 10 a.m. at the les-based firm that seeks, Community Foundation, Samuel Greenberg Board vets, trains, finances and Everytable, the Living Room 107 in the Clifton A. partners with individuals Through Giving Founda- Moore Administration from communities most tion: Hashtag Lunchbag Building at Los Angeles impacted by the application and the Brotherhood Cru- International Airport, 1 of criminal justice, helping sade as a Corporate Board World Way, Los Angeles, them to own and operate member. He was also voted CA 90045. Meetings with competitive retail business- as the Vice-Chair/Board of change in day, time or loca- es. His entrepreneurial Directors for the Greater tion may be designated as experience and history of Los Angeles African Amer- special meetings.

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By NadiNe Matthews given day. In addition, he Americans, he cautions, Contributing Writer explains, “We’re activist- “It will not be overnight. It oriented. One of my regular will be a lengthy process.” Longtime political activ- lines is to ask the audience, Further, he agrees that ist and host of SiriusXM’s ‘Now that we’ve talked even if Trump were to be “The Joe Madison Show,” about it, what are you gonna thrown out of office today, Joe Madison has mastered do about it?” he has already potentially the art of dealing with Rus- As many conservatives as done immense damage to sian trolls. “We were tar- liberals call into Madison’s the country by nominating geted by the Russians dur- show and he pulls no punch- over one hundred and fifty ing the 2016 campaign,” he es (or four-letter words) in judges; only two or three explains in an interview with telling them exactly what of which are people of LA Sentinel. “We started he thinks of their sometimes color. Madison explains, getting calls from all these spurious arguments. “People “Many of his appointed Black folks who would try are calling challenging me judges have admitted they to encourage my audience and at the same time, seek- don’t support landmark not to vote. They’d say if ing information that they’re decisions such as Brown V. your candidate doesn’t win not getting elsewhere. I chal- Bd. of Ed and some have the primary don’t vote. The lenge their beliefs, not their questioned the Civil Rights political party that you are politics. I challenge them Amendments. Finally, they loyal to isn’t loyal to you, with facts and facts win.” are all young and have life- so don’t vote. The constitu- One of the things Madi- time appointments.” tion doesn’t benefit you as a son acknowledges needs to The implications of this black person so don’t vote. It be done, is to make voters for the next generation or was a constant barrage.” more aware and more ready two are dire, but Madison Madison’s political in- to take action to ensure fair is optimistic that it isn’t stincts, well-honed over elections. An activist who too late to turn the tide if thirty plus years as an ac- was running the Detroit we act quickly. “You must tivist, told him this was a branch of the NAACP when challenge the senators that coordinated effort to pre- he was only twenty-four have to confirm these judg- vent Blacks from voting. He years old,” Madison revealed es,” he emphasizes. instructed his staff to stop he wasn’t discouraged upon As a blueprint for how putting those calls through hearing the results of the to combat the Trump/Mc- and his suspicions were later last presidential election. “I Connell judicial jugger- confirmed. “We found out never gave up hope. More naut, he cites the success of that the Russians had actu- people voted against Donald civic efforts in North Caro- ally hired African Americans Trump by the millions. But, lina to have Trump nomi- to target social media and we could have done bet- nee Thomas Farr be denied Black news talk programs.” ter!” He acknowledges that a seat on the bench. “You Sen. Mark Warner of voter suppression via ger- had organizations like the Virginia visited Madison’s rymandering of Congressio- NAACP, you had various show to let the audience nal districts is what allowed local organizations, state- know that Russia is planning Donald Trump to occupy the wide organizations, bus- to target them again lead- office of President. Joe Madison COURTESY PHOTO loads of people who came ing up to the 2020 elections. He admits that not to Washington DC and Madison stated that he hopes enough is being done by the known today as ‘trolls.’ son states, “ and start plan- what we need to do. For lobby against this judge to consumers develop a more media to alert everyday vot- They use the various ning what our role should Madison, the first step is the point that they weren’t fine-tuned sense of wheners about voter suppression outlets, particularly in the be.” The mainstream me- for voters to define their able to confirm him. When they are being manipulated and Russian influence on the black community, to try to dia, he points out, fails by own narrative away from people do something about by entities like Russia. upcoming elections regard- convince us that voting is focusing on the actions of whatever mainstream me- it, when people get on During his daily four- less of the willingness of not important, or the can- Trump almost to the ex- dia is discussing. buses, when people use the hour long political and cul- people to turn out. “We have didates don’t address our clusion of everything else. Though he believes the five call apps, when people tural news talk show, Madi- got to develop a keener sense needs.” “We spend too much time impeachment process will email their senator, that’s son analyzes current events of how we’re being infil - “We need to quit this worrying about what he’s ultimately be successful how you turn this situation during the course of any trated by what is commonly analysis paralysis,” Madi- going to do as opposed to in bringing the truth to all around.” $1,380 back every year. Now, that’s getting more out of your Medicare.

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was the opportunity to ex- for ethics in journalism. a library for the Downtown pose L.A. race relations fol- Her 12 Emmy Awards Women’s Center, a comput- lowing the Unite the Right include recognition for her er lab for School on Wheels rally march in Charlottes- reports on basketball great and a playground in South #1 BLACK-OWNED FIRM IN CALIFONRIA ville, Virginia in 2017 and Earvin “Magic” Johnson L.A. the tragic consequences of a decade after he was di- Crediting her father and PROVIDING LEGAL SERVICES a death and many people agnosed with HIV and a mother as her role models, injured. Harvey moder- multi-part series from East Harvey said that observ- TO THE COMMUNITY ated a televised discussion Africa on the AIDS epi- ing them while growing featuring the Rev. Jesse demic and the brutal centu- up in Detroit inspired both SINCE 1943 Jackson, Sentinel executive ries-old practice of female her community service in- publisher Danny Bakewell, genital mutilation. In ad- volvement and her career Sr., Rabbi Marvin Hier of dition, she’s received fivechoice. the Simon Wiesenthal Cen- Golden Mike awards and “My folks were middle- ter and the late LAUSD was induction into the Na- class parents and were very superintendent, Michelle tional Association of Black involved with the commu- King. Journalists Hall of Fame. nity, schools, PTA, scouts “I was very excited Despite her busy career and all of those things. My that we were able to do and abundance of acco- mother wrote everybody - that and that CBS decided lades, Harvey still devotes the mayor, city council, the to take what had happened considerable time to volun- White House - and she got and really open up about it teer activities with organi- answers,” said Harvey. and hear from people who zations like the NABJ-L.A. “I think the reason I have really made a differ- chapter, Special Needs Net- got into journalism was ence give their different work and MLK Commu- because of the things that viewpoints about what hap- nity Hospital. my parents cared about pened there in Charlottes- “I also enjoy do- and the things that I would ville and what we can do in nating and handing out hear them discuss and talk society to come together. I food for Jackson Limou- about. I realized that maybe was very happy about that. sine’s Thanksgiving Tur- I could have a career talking That really put it out front key Giveaway and still about these kinds of things because that particular in- look forward to working or doing reports that could Rodney S. Diggs, Byron Michael Purcell, Marie Maurice, cident affected everyone,” with my dear friend, Sweet really impact people.” she said. Alice Harris with Parents Her realization became W. Keith Wyatt and Rickey Ivie Harvey’s intuitive work of Watts, for her Thanks- reality in a big way for has resulted several honors giving and Christmas give- Harvey, who holds title of PERSONAL INJURY ■ ENTERTAINMENT LAW such as the Genii Award for aways,” she noted. being L.A.’s longest prime- CORPORATE LAW CIVIL LITIGATION excellence in TV broad- Also, Harvey is active time anchor at one station. ■ casting from American with the Good News Foun- And while she’s reached the EMPLOYMENT LAW ■ CRIMINAL LAW Women in Radio and Tele- dation, a group comprised 30-year mark, she shows no vision - Southern Califor- of four other fellow news- sign of slowing down. …AND MORE nia chapter, the Joseph M. women in Los Angeles. The “I feel so blessed to be Quinn Lifetime Achieve- organization awards schol- here 30 years,” said Har- ment Award from the L.A. arships to future broadcast vey. “It doesn’t feel like Press Club, “Best News journalists and raises funds it’s been that long and to P: (213) 489-0028 444 S. Flower St., Suite 1800 Anchor” from the Associ- to help various charities. me, that only means that I F: (213) 489-0552 Los Angeles, CA 90071 ated Press and the Holly- During Harvey’s tenure as am still energized and I still wood Women’s Press Club co-chair, the nonprofit built have some things to say!” A-8 LASENTINEL.NET NEWS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019 THURSDAY,THURSDAY, OCTOBERDECEMBER 31, 26, 2019 2013 OPINION NEWS LOS ANGELES LASENTINEL.NET SENTINEL A-5A-9

By Tanu Henry Since 2008, Roberts California Black Media served as a commissioner at the San Diego County Supe- Two African American rior Court. Before that, she women, both Democrats, was deputy district attorney are among Gov. Gavin at the San Diego County Newsom’s 11 new appoin- District Attorney’s Office. tees to California superior Roberts has also worked in court judgeships in seven private practice and served counties. as a deputy public defender Newsom announced the in San Diego County. appointments last Friday, Before becoming deputy his first batch of Superior D.A. in Los Angeles Coun- Court nominations since ty, Taylor also worked in becoming governor in Janu- private practice and at the ary. Children’s Law Center, a Eight of the 11 appoin- public interest law firm and tees are women. All of them advocacy group. are filling vacancies left In California, all of the open by retired justices. state’s 58 counties have Black women only now voted to have a single make up around five- per superior court in each of cent of California’s more their jurisdictions. That than 1,500 trial court judg- county superior court serves es. And only 19 out of the as the main trial court for state’s 58 counties have each county. In June 1998, ever had Black women su- California voters approved perior court justices. Hon. Terrie E. Roberts and Hon. Tricia J. Taylor FILE PHOTO Proposition 220, a consti- “Thus in 39 counties, no tutional amendment that al- African-American woman’s lowed the counties to fold experiences have brought Jerry Brown,” she add- now serve as a San Diego appointments are signifi- Women judges appointed their municipal and supe- life to the law,” writes Alam- ed. Former Gov. Brown, County Superior Court cant, said Dezie Woods- to the California Superior rior courts into one unified eda County Judge Brenda F. Harbin-Forte says, “made Judge. Jones, state president of Court.” county superior court. Harbin-Forte in the Daily many historic appoint- The other, Tricia J. Black Women Organized Roberts, a former pros- Annually, county su- Journal. Harbin-Forte, who ments and created the most Taylor, 39, who lives in for Political Action (BWO- ecutor and public defender, perior court justices earn is Black, researches and diverse court system in the the city of Los Angeles, is PA). “These appointments and Taylor, a former dep- $213,833 and they serve writes about the history of history of our great state.” joining two others the gov- speak volumes. I am ex- uty district attorney, both nearly 34 million people African Americans in the One of the two new ernor appointed to serve as tremely pleased and excit- bring broad experience across the state, according state’s judiciary. African American judges, Los Angeles County Supe- ed that there are two new in private law - as well as to the Judicial Council of “Gov. Gavin Newsom Terrie E. Roberts, 54, lives rior Court judges. highly professional and public law - to their new California. follows the hard act of Gov. in Chula Vista. She will “Roberts and Taylor’s qualified African Americanroles as justices.

different time zones. it divide, what has been the gratitude of bringing the a window of opportunity to was about 12:30 pm pst,most memorable and he Internet into her world she share her voice. Congratu- sunny, and the sky was spoke of this little girl re- spoke of not only enjoying lations to Larry Irving for clear for me. But for Lar- ceiving internet for the first the Internet and reviewing entering the Internet Hall ry it was 3:30 est, he de- time due to his assistance. all of those who are con- of Fame, thank you for be- scribed his surroundings He received a letter from nected but also being able ing the architect in building as dark and gloomy as a her, she wrote about her to tell her story to open up a better-connected future. storm was brewing. This is relatable to how those with internet and those without may see the world; they are living in two different times with polarized living condi- tions. Larry elaborated on his main concern; the lack of accessibility to the internet in underprivi- leged areas. Irving spoke with passion as he shared the most beautiful parts Larry Irving COURTESY PHOTOS of the Internet and what it can do for the future gen- eration. By BeTTi Halsell tion. For his continual prog- Irving has worn many Contributing Writer ress on closing that gap, he hats in this battle for con- has been inducted into the nection; he has been the Larry Irving understands Internet Hall of fame in -Sepsecretary of Commerce the importance of meaning- tember of this year. He is the for Communication and ful connection. As the former first African American to do information, administra- Principal advisor of domestic so. tor of the National Tele- and international telecom- Speaking with the new communications and In- munications during the Bill honoree, he shared facts that formation Administration Clinton presidency, he has there are parts of this nation (NTIA), member of the fought to close what has been that are not receiving a con- Obama-Biden transition coined as the Digital Divide sistent stream of the spectrum team (2008-2009), and for decades and continued his networking. Mr. Irving sees he is still a highly sought battle all through his profes- those odds as a hindrance to after advisor to multiple sional career from 1975 to our nation’s growth; the lack tech companies including We’re back. the present day. The digital of spectrum networks leads AOL to work on strate- divide illuminates the reality to problems of less education gies to gain subscription we live in; one out of seven and narrow awareness. As we in minority communities. Come ride for free. children lives in a household discussed the essence of con- I asked in his entire cru- without an internet connec- nection, Larry and I were in sade of closing the digital Metro’s New Blue Improvements Project is complete.

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Pushing back the thick sideration and reparations fog and fumes of the pu- due us, even though he and trid propaganda of White others like him, will not ad- supremacist triumphalism, mit it consciously. what can we really see In addition, Trump’s and sing by the dawn’s self-serving and self- early light except Trump’s about Trump and how low number of victims of this studies, range from murder servicing use of the term deformed and deficient and far he will continue to barbaric racist blood ritual, and rape (ever-present) to lynching demonstrates conception of America go to save and service him- as Bryan Stevenson’s the having an evil eye, being again his callous and de- unmasked? For all the self. But it also reminds us Equal Justice Initiative uppity, voting, demand- praved disregard for the hype, hustle and hypocrisy that he represents the mon- and the National Memo- ing respect or defending rights, lives and sensitivi- around “making America ster side of America and its rial for Peace and Justice themselves or their rights ties of African Americans great again,” it presup- enablers and supporters and attest, are Black people, or seeking simple justice. and other peoples of color. poses an imaginary past that he continues to draw over 4,000 recorded and no But actually, Blacks could But again, he is embold- void of its victims and of from and build on some of doubt thousand others un- be lynched for any reason ened in his ignorance and the violence, genocide, en- its most racist, White su- recorded. or no reason at all and there evil by the large number slavement, segregation and premacist, destructive and It was not enough to do was no sanctuary from such of Whites who enable and other forms of decimation degrading ideas and prac- a quick kill, as with most racist savagery. support him. Indeed, he has and oppression they suf- tices. Whites, Black victims were So, Trump’s misuse of demonstrated time and time fered. And such a deficient Even Trump, with his DR. MAULANA KARENGA subjected to gruesome tor- the word and imagery of again that he could/can get and dishonest vision also limited ability to think tures and murders, mutila- lynching, then, is wrong away with almost anything fails to confront the contra- rationally, not to men- the perverse passion for tions, including dismem- and repulsive on several and he is normalizing evil dictions obvious and op- tion morally, must realize degradation and dehuman- berment with body parts counts. First, it is a viola- and much of America is pressive in the lived condi- there is a clear difference ization of the victims; the photographed and put on tion of the memory of the enabling, supporting or sur- tions of current daily life in between being tortured, systemic sanction; the so- postcards, preserved and Black victims, exploiting rendering to it. America. For surely there murdered, mutilated and cial celebration of it; and sold as relics and pub- a term which characterizes Finally, however, for is no greatness in greed terrorized on the basis of the sustained and perva- licly displayed or scat- their suffering and death those of us who still stand and no virtue or bravery race and being investigated sive character of it. This is tered throughout the Black for his own petty purposes steadfast and strong in in creating and indicting for “high crimes and mis- way beyond the seemingly neighborhood to terrorize of pretending victimhood struggle, this latest attempt victims; no freedom, jus- demeanors” by your peers “sanitized,” soft-peddling and claim a cheap and cow- to escape accountability. by Trump to escape ac- tice or honor in oppres- based on a Constitutional definition of lynchingardly as triumph. And it was Second, and interrelated, it countability, using Black sion, imperial aggression provision. In a word, the “mob justice,” “murder for the lynchers and their is a trivialization of the tor- suffering as a cloak and and betrayal of allies; and process of impeachment is by extrajudicial action” or people, an occasion for turous and terrorizing vio- shield, is another reminder no pride to be praised in not about violence against “group murder to punish a public celebration, gath- lence and brutal murder of of the urgent need to con- corporate plunder and pre- Trump or his people, but perceived crime.” ering for the spectacle of the victims and its traumat- tinue, expand and intensify dation against vulnerable on the contrary, violence, Here, lynching is de- blood and barbarism with ic and insecurity-producing the struggle on every level. others and the earth. fiendish, cutthroat and cold fined as the systemicallypicnics, popcorn, sodas, impact it had and has on For as Kawaida teaches, in Frantic and frightened blooded violence is the de- sanctioned and socially liquor, werewolf howling Black people. Moreover, the context of oppression, of losing the presidential fining feature of the racist celebrated racist practice and hyena-like laughing. it is another example of a there is no remedy except perch from which he ser- practice of lynching. It is of the torture, murder, mu- The lynching of James member of the oppressor resistance, no strategy wor- vices himself, Trump has about the sustained practice tilation and terrorizing of Byrd, Jr. in Jasper, Texas in race and class appropriating thy of its name that does not lowered his hypocritical of killing in various ways: Black people by Whites. 1998, was the latest report- the experience and moral foreground struggle, and flag-waving hand longburning alive, blow torch- This does not deny simi- ed and strangely listed as status of the oppressed to no honorable or victorious enough to question provi- ing to death, boiling, bat- lar practice against other simply a murder, although achieve a moral status they, way forward except across sions in the Constitution tering, skinning, stabbing, peoples of color, Native the racist reason, torture, as oppressors, can never the battlefield for a new that do not serve his in- shooting, hanging, hack- Americans, Latinos/as and dragging, dismemberment, have. It is a futile attempt to and whole ‘nother world. terests. He denounced as ing, dragging, drowning Asians. It is rather to affirm body dumping and celebra- give a moral character to an And though the struggle is fake the provision which and suffocation. And it is that the concept of lynch- tion are all there. immoral and illegal pattern difficult, dangerous and de- disallows his hotel hus- about antemortem mayhem ing as a weapon of war was The reasons contrived of practice. And it is an un- manding, it is also beautiful tling of world leaders for and postmortem mutilation, used against Black people and cobbled together, be- intended recognition of the in the varied good it pro- a G-7 Summit. Moreover, about gruesome torture and in the most focused, in- fore or after the lynch- crimes committed against duces and promises for us he questioned the Con- vicious terrorism against clusive and sustained way. ings, as Ida B. Wells dem- us, the wrongness of the and the world. stitutional provision and Black men, women, chil- Thus, the overwhelming onstrated in her valuable practice and the moral con- process for impeaching dren and Black people as a him for “high crimes and whole. misdemeanors,” if the in- So, here I’m not talking RAY CURRY vestigation called for es- about episodic lynching of tablishes the evidence. White persons and groups, But, then, sinking deep- for example in the cow- er in the mire and muck of boy wild West for cattle his racialized mind with its and horse thieving or some fragile grip on reality, he other issues, or even the By Ray CuRRy people moving back into characterizes the Constitu- episodic lynching of some Secretary-Treasurer, UAW the uninsured column. tionally provided process Whites for other reasons. you are free to laugh — just These are the latest stats of investigating him for The essential differences Laughter is the Best not till it hurts. from the KFF, but the folks possible impeachment as between the lynching of Medicine, says the Reader’s The system is sick there know the score under a “lynching.” Such a des- Blacks and Whites are: the Digest version of America. Here are some not-so- the current administration. perate and cowardly con- central reason of race; the But, not when it’s the fun facts. Ongoing efforts to alter ceived claim tells us more overwhelming numbers; only medicine, responds the According to the Kaiser historic gains in health in- America that far too many Family Foundation (KFF), surance coverage via the the Los AngeLes sentineL have known and continue to which focuses on major ACA or to make receipt know. Not when the United health care issues facing the of Medicare contingent States alone is one of the nation as well as the U.S. on work (another Repub- world’s top 33 most devel- role in global health poli- lican initiative) they say, DANNY J. BAKEWELL SR. oped countries that does not cies, as of year-end 2016, “may further erode cover- Executive Publisher / CEO have a form of universal 27 million Americans in age gains seen under the health care that covers all this country were without ACA.” JENNIFER J. THOMAS of its population. medical coverage. That statement carries Publisher I guess I am just not That number was signif- with it profound life and KENNETH R. THOMAS in on the joke when I see icantly down from the more death implications, that Publisher / CEO (1983-1997) people either going without By Ray Curry than 44 million in 2013 — have the potential to af- RUTH WASHINGTON health care — something just before the Affordable fect families from coast Business Manager / Publisher (1948-1990) that ought to be a human funny. Actually, it is a na- Care Act (ACA) kicked to coast, in neighborhoods COL. LEON WASHINGTON JR. right — or struggling to the tional tragedy. in. But in 2017, the current and communities all over Founder / Publisher (1933-1974) breaking point to keep on A tragedy when African administration took office, America. PAMELA A. BAKEWELL top of huge medical bills Americans in dispropor- and … VOILA! The KFF aren’t the Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Officer when sickness or infirmarytionate number lack insur- After much purposeful only ones who know what DANNY J. BAKEWELL JR. hit. ance coverage. For too meddling and dismantling, that will mean for work Executive Editor / Chief of Staff Funny how that just isn’t many folks in this country, a year later we saw 700,000 {See DEADLY A-8 BRENDA MARSH-MITCHELL Executive Assistant to the Publisher Member of the Board of Directors (2004-2014) BRANDON I. BROOKS, Managing Editor Entertainment Editor/Sports Editor/Advertising ANGELA HOWARD, Production Designer Family Editor / Circulation / Distribution CORA JACKSON-FOSSETT, Religion Editor Production Designer / Staff Writer 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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• SHAWN M. RICHARD, FOUNDER OF BROTHERS AGAINST GUNS and MATTIE SCOTT, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HEALING FAMILIES AND OUR NATION • This is How Kamala Harris Has Delivered on Criminal Justice Reform for Us Make no mistake: the very end. fighting for reform, and she people. Kamala Harris has been Kamala believes in was right. Her selfless deci- Under her new plan, committed to criminal jus- redemption. As DA, sion made all the difference Kamala would transform tice reform her entire career. Kamala created the first in in the world to those of us the criminal justice system You don’t have to take her the nation “Back on Track” who came in contact with by ending mass incarcera- word for it - her actions program, connecting young her office. tion, eliminating mandatory speak for themselves. Here people arrested for first- We know Kamala to be minimum sentences, and in California, we saw first time drug sale offenses a leader who doesn’t make banning private prisons. hand how she fought with with job training and decisions based on what is Her priority is still to keep her whole heart to keep our apprenticeships instead of easy or what is “supposed” communities safe by hold- families safe and out of the sending them to prison. to be done. Kamala makes ing law enforcement system. When they eventually decisions based on your accountable and focusing As San Francisco Dis- graduated from her pro- pain, your hopes, and your on rehabilitation for offend- trict Attorney, Kamala’s gram, she was right there realities. Kamala is fighting ers, and her plans are door was always wide FILE PHOTO FILE PHOTO with their families cheering for a world where commu- shaped by the courageous Shawn M. Richard Mattie Scott open. She would sit on the them on. Time and time nities of color are safe, pros- people she has met in the floor of her office holding and justice just as much as enemy. Kamala made all again, Kamala has showed perous, and respected just as system throughout her people like us, families anyone else. Her number her deputy district attor- up for our community. fully as any other communi- career. who had just lost their one priority has been to neys get out and listen to Kamala often talks ty. Here’s what we know loved ones to violence. reform this broken system the community. When we about her decision to With Kamala as our for sure: Kamala Harris will While there is no way to that continues to rip our protested a gun show at become a prosecutor. It may president, we believe that be a President for all of us, remedy the pain of losing a community apart. Cow Palace, Kamala not have been a popular people across our country not just some of us. She is beloved son or brother as When Kamala became showed up with her attor- decision at the time, but we will be seen and heard for the leader we can depend on we have, Kamala has DA, it was the first time neys to support our understand why she did it. the first time. No politician to rebuild and reform our always been a steady that we started to see law activism. She came at the Kamala believed that there listens like Kamala Harris justice system. We know source of comfort, assuring enforcement as what it very beginning to protest had to be people who does. No politician is as this because she’s done it us that we deserve peace could be – a partner, not an with us and she stayed until looked like her on the inside fearless in their fight for the before. • RON RICE, SENIOR DIRECTOR, GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AT THE NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS • Importance of Educators of Color for Black & Brown Students I have been a Black stu- and community relation- nation’s students. Three of opportunity, not an obsta- would we ever consider dent, education policymak- ships, and effective staff. those principles that res- cle. Imagine how better putting obstacles in any er, and now an advocate for This needed report onated with my two prepared our children will educational paths that are providing the best educa- affirmed what I and many decades in education policy be for the world of tomor- showing real achievement? tional opportunities for all fellow school leaders of are: row if they have been Race and identity of our children. One reality color have witnessed first- First, fill our school taught the history behind both our educators and stu- that I’ve had to face and hand in schools from New leadership pipeline with their identity, the language dents is only one factor in embrace through each of Jersey (where I advised the talented educators of color behind their culture, and the holistic successes we these stages in my life and state Department of Educa- who come from nontradi- the geography behind their are all working towards. career is that the preva- tion) to Massachusetts, tional backgrounds and journey. While nearly all However, it’s also true that lence of leaders of color California, Louisiana, Mis- fields of study. But how do schools struggle with acti- all schools across our coun- like me is a major contribu- souri, Wisconsin, and we dispel the myth that vating this principle for the try in every community tor to educational success North Carolina, where there are not enough quali- benefit of our students, our have historically not valued and whose lack thereof sti- school leaders of color fied and passionate people report demonstrates that students’ diversity and fles that potential. As a stu- were studied. The report’s of color who can and want Ron Rice Jr. is a former two public charter schools are identity as assets to enrich dent of color, those exam- finding is clear: our chil- to fill this educational term Newark, NJ city coun- making substantial the education they receive. ples helped me thrive; and dren of color thrive with pipeline? One way to do cilman, chief advisor to the progress where traditional Public charter schools are today they inform my diverse and experienced this comes from Eric New Jersey Department of public schools haven’t. making real progress to Education, and is currently advocacy. teachers who understand Sanchez, co-founder of Third, achievement and expose this blind spot and Senior Director, Govern- This month, my organi- their challenges and have a Henderson Collegiate — a ment Relations at the demonstrated success — make the needed course zation, the National personal, unwavering dedi- network of three schools National Alliance of Public not myths, preconceptions, corrections to ensure the Alliance of Public Charter cation to their success. serving elementary, middle Charter Schools. and inherited political bias- success we’ve seen for Schools released its highly- Most importantly, our and high school in Hender- es — must be the basis some students are the norm anticipated report, “Identi- report is instructive as well son, North Carolina. classroom — we must pro- upon which we support the for all. ty and Charter School because it sheds light — Instead of only recruiting vide clear pathways for best educational opportuni- Ron Rice Jr. is a former Leadership: Profiles of through the profiles of future educators from tradi- these teachers to pursue ties for all our children. For two term Newark, NJ city Leaders of Color Building three public charter school tional education programs, school leadership. example, by their design, councilman, chief advisor an Effective Staff” which leaders of color from Eric also recruits graduates Second, school leaders public charter schools have to the New Jersey Depart- examined the ways that Louisiana, North Carolina, from university programs and education policymak- the flexibility to create and ment of Education, and is school leaders of color’s and California — on the focusing on social justice ers of all colors must be finetune curricula, teaching currently Senior Director, experiences and perspec- principles that can help and ethnic studies. And this committed to seeing and methods, and optimal out- Government Relations at tives influence how they match our best current and encouragement doesn’t end promoting diversity as an comes that traditional pub- the National Alliance of build school culture, parent future teachers with our once the teachers reach the asset, not a deficit; an lic schools do not. So, why Public Charter Schools. • STACY M. BROWN, NNPA NEWSWIRE SENIOR CORRESPONDENT • In Defense of Fair Investigative Journalism Fair and balanced jour- organizations. The Black Press investi- nalism remains under attack In Abrams case, she gation also discovered that from those who do not adhere claimed Joy-Ann Reid was Abrams admitted in her to publishing truth and facts prepared to both air her story memoirs to having “sex with as a result of objective and and present it as an article for as many celebrities” as she non-prejudicial investigation. New York Magazine. could. A recent Daily Beast arti- Earlier this year, The Following her alleged cle written by Sil Lai Abrams Black Press of America encounter with Simmons, FILE PHOTO Stacy M. Brown is the latest example that in PHOTO: ISTOCKPHOTO / NNPA began investigating claims Abrams wrote in her book the age of social media, NBC appears to have done what most would expect in jour- made against Simmons by that she “couldn’t wait to get claimed he never saw her the factchecking and accuracy nalism, which makes the Daily Beast decision to dedicate a multiple women, including home to Simmons’ bed.” night in question. are no longer criteria to get- full column to Abrams to re-publish unproven allegations Abrams. She had claimed that Several of Simmons’cur- both surprising and disappointing. ting a story published. During the investigation, Simmons’ driver kidnapped rent and former show busi- In her exposé in the Daily Journalists have been these questions before run- found individuals, who were her. The driver, Kenneth Jen- ness acquaintances were also Beast published this week, trained to, and must, ask ning with a one-side story: familiar with Simmons and nings, signed a letter under contacted by The Black Press Abrams revisits her unproven probing questions – similar Did he reject them? Were Abrams’ past relationship. penalty of perjury that he had and offered their insight. sexual assault accusations to what a prosecutor might they trying to get even with They said the Def Jam never kidnapped anyone and However, in the end, and against hip hop and business ask, including whether the him for some slight? Were founder categorically did that in 25 years he had never because Simmons declined mogul Russell Simmons. accuser has made false alle- they jumping on the band- nothing wrong. seen Simmons abusive to to participate, also decided at Abrams also accused for- gations against others. wagon so they could get An ordained minister anyone. that time not to run the story. mer Extra! Host A.J. Cal- Has the accuser changed notoriety?” Mealer empha- spoke to the accuser two At one point, Abrams Now, NBC News is loway of assault. She claimed his or her story? What might sized. days after the alleged inci- claimed she was “too drunk under fire because of its that NBC News buried her have motivated the individual “Did they even care that dent. The minister signed a to remember,” but on the refusal to air Abrams’ story story. to make allegations? Was they were destroying a man statement under penalty of night in question, a witness two years ago. However, a spokesperson financial gain a motive? who essentially was helping perjury, but was threatened said they could place her at NBC appears to have for NBC has said when the Has she accused some- thousands by accusing him by a reporter when she the home in the late after- done what most would network “pursues any inves- one else? In this case she’s without any proof from thirty backed Simmons. noon. expect in journalism, which tigative story, our mission is accused both Simmons and years ago? What was their “[Abrams] told me that Several people claim that makes the Daily Beast deci- always to be as thorough as Callaway, both of whom agenda other than being on she was mad at Russell Simmons andAbrams shared sion to dedicate a full col- we can, to scrutinize sources have denied the allegations. the bandwagon of women because she felt he was using a long sexual relationship umn to Abrams to re-pub- and corroborate information In Abrams’ book, she also accusing notable people of her and never took her out on that included at least one lish unproven allegations before we report. Anything accused another man whom rape or assault?” a date,” the minister said. orgy. both surprising and disap- else falls short of our journal- she suggests had to register as The hit Showtime Net- The reporter threatened While all of this doesn’t pointing. istic standards.” a sex offender for 10 years. work drama, “The Affair,” to expose a decade-old accu- make Simmons innocent, it “Every accuser should Because Abrams said it Any journalists who currently depicts its lead sation against one of the min- simply should, at least, be heard, but their rights happened, doesn’t make it were to read her book character, Noah, under attack ister’s family members that prompt responsible journal- should be no more substan- fact. It also doesn’t make it would see the multiple con- by six women who are using was unproven and would ists to review the credibility tial than the accused, a fact a lie. tradictions, and that alone the #MeToo movement to only serve to destroy the of any accuser. that separates the United But journalistic standards should give them pause. bolster their claims. child’s future. Because of The Black Press also States from every other must consider that anyone “To accuse someone who In the most recent that, the minister withdrew learned that CNN had turned country,” New York-based can make an accusation – and was doing the kind of work episode, Noah’s life is in from the story. down a chance to air marketing strategist Tracey when publishing and report- Mr. Simmons was doing – shambles as his wife and chil- The fact that an ordained Abrams’s story. Campbell said. ing allegations, there should “using his money and fame to dren follow reports on televi- minister with a clean record When contacted, Sim- “The press must be be concrete basis to do so. raise more to help those who sion and in the media about could be threatened by a mons declined to participate. above that and must recog- Just the mere allegation needed it, you have to won- him. But it turns out, all the reporter who wanted to tell He did offer that he had nize that the burden of proof of sexual misconduct, par- der why?” said Barbara allegations were false. the story of someone with a taken and passed nine lie- can’t be found in one corner ticularly in the #MeToo Mealer, author of the novels It’s a cautionary tale of criminal record should be detector tests. He stated: “I or the other, even when a era, seriously injures the like “The Jillian Factor,” and why untested allegations viewed as shocking by any- refuse to get in the mud with reporter is convinced the accused even if he or she is “Abilene: No Place to Hide.” shouldn’t receive unques- one who reads or views the my accusers.” accuser is telling the truth,” later exonerated. “The media must ask tioned acceptance by news news. Simmons had previously Campbell concluded. A-8 LOSLASENTINEL.NET ANGELES SENTINEL OPINION NEWS THURSDAY,THURSDAY, OCTOBER DECEMBER 31, 26,2019 2013

By Lauren Poteat “I knew when the mo- tions with controversial and he was at ‘Chap- NNPA Newswire Washington ment came, [Dave would] be skits like “Ask a Black pelle’s Show.’ Comedy Correspondent ready to perform, yet small Dude,” Black White su- Central offered him $50 doubts about his appearance premacist “Clayton Bigs- million to just give us one On Sunday night, Octo- still lingered until, [he sat by,” and his spoofs of ce- more [season]. He walked ber 27, Dave Chappelle, the down] beside me and every- lebrity icons Rick James, away. It was at that mo- legendary, no holds barred one in the room and asked Prince and Wayne Brady ment I remember thinking, comedian, was awarded if he could read a quote by — the segmented show ‘Comedy Central has $50 the prestigious Mark Twain Toni Morrison,” Michaels earned three Emmy nomi- million?’ Dave left, but I Prize for American Humor. reminisced, as he delivered nations and became the knew that money was go- Gifted with a spirit of per- the first official remarks of best-selling TV show in ing to need a home. I want severance, determination the night. DVD history. you to know that I raised and extreme creative intel- “This is precisely the “When we started the that money like it was my ligence, the award recog- time when artists go to work. show, I knew Dave was own.” nizes Chappelle as one of the There is no time for despair, the funniest person I had Like the distinguished world’s greatest humorists. no place for self-pity, no ever met,” Chappelle’s 19th century novelist and Bestowed only on a select need for silence, no room Show co-creator and co- essayist best known as few, including comedic ge- for fear. We speak, we write, Dave Chappelle is honored with the Mark Twain Prize writer, Neal Brennan, said. Mark Twain, Chappelle is niuses Eddie Murphy, David we do language. That is how for American Humor at the Kennedy Center for the Per- “After the show, I knew he among the small group of Letterman and the late Rich- civilizations heal,” Michaels forming Arts on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, in Washington. was the funniest person of people whose humor has ard Pryor (who received the recited. “I knew then, we’d PHOTO BY OWEN SWEENEY/INVISION/AP all time.” been able to have an en- inaugural award), Chappelle be ok. In a special recorded during impact on Ameri- emphasized the importance A Washington, D.C. na- interview presented dur- can society and culture. of the genre, while also pay- tive and former student of look at me the same way with good art, so it should ing the awards ceremony, Chappelle shared that ing tribute to the late Pryor, the Duke Ellington School and literally stand on some- be protected and cultivated, Eddie Murphy heralded maybe the only thing sec- during his award at the Ken- of Performing Arts (located thing that I’ve built on, that and the youth should be en- Chappelle as one of the ond to being able to make nedy Center. in the Northwest quadrant wouldn’t fall apart.” couraged to express them- most intellectual comedi- people laugh is having the In honor of Chappelle’s of the District of Columbia), “There’s something di- selves in every way.” ans ever. As the ceremony right to do so. “There’s brilliance and ability to con- Chappelle recounted his love vine about artistry, it’s like Chappelle earned his was coming to a close, the something so true about vey more than one thought- for the arts and an even big- the God-like part of a per- bearings as a stand-up co- former host of “The Daily this genre when done cor- provoking message within ger appreciation for those son that can write a song median from many plat- Show,” Jon Stewart, took rectly, that I would fight a single joke, the event cultivating those same skills or tell a good joke; it’s the forms, including Russell to the stage to share his anybody that isn’t a true brought out a slew of a-list within the youth. best part of our nature,” Simmons’ Def Comedy appreciation and admira- practitioner of this art- celebrities, all eager to sup- “To be on a list with Rich- Chappelle said. Jam (1990’s), Eddie Mur- tion for Chappelle. form’s way, because I port the clever comedian and ard Pryor is unfathomable, “Life without art would phy’s “The Nutty Profes- “I met Dave in the know this is the truth and his work, including Morgan like nobody would actually be miserable. If I could sor” (1996), and Martin early ‘90s, a 17-year-old you are obstructing it. I’m Freeman, Bradley Cooper, feel worthy enough,” Chap- never laugh again at a great Lawrence’s “Blue Streak” kid cutting his teeth in the not talking about the con- Marlon Wayans, Tiffany pelle reflected during an -in joke, hear no beautiful mu- (1999). toughest comedy clubs in tent. I’m talking about the Haddish, Keenan Thompson, terview prior to the award sic, or only see bare walls, However, it was Chap- the country and he was artform.” QTip, Sarah Silverman and ceremony. “And not just what kind of life would pelle’s 2003 Comedy shockingly formed. This The show will air on Saturday Night Live (SNL) Richard, you’ve got George that be?” Dave went on. Central show, aptly titled, young prodigy, this young Jan. 7, on PBS. creator, Lorne Michaels, Carlin, Lorne Michaels— “You touch a higher part of “Chappelle’s Show,” that Mozart,” Stewart said. who recounted Dave’s 2016that really shaped my imagi- yourself, you connect with cemented his place in his- “But he didn’t become anticipated hosting debut on nation, my life … and I hope people on a more profound tory. a legend to me until 2005. SNL. that one day, somebody will level and society is better Challenging race rela- I was at ‘The Daily Show’

Conyers {continued from Pg. A-1} but eventually stepped down, to their homes, but he citing health reasons. was shouted down. His “My legacy can’t be com- district office was -gut promised or diminished in ted by fire the next day. any way by what we’re go- But the plight of the na- ing through now,” Conyers tion’s inner cities would told a Detroit radio station remain his cause. from a hospital where he’d “In Detroit you’ve been taken after complaining got high unemploy- of lightheadedness in Decem- ment, a poverty rate of ber 2017. “This, too, shall at least 30%, schools pass. My legacy will continue not in great shape, high through my children.” illiteracy, poor families Throughout his career, Conyers used his influence to Conyers was born and not safe from crime, push for civil rights for African Americans. grew up in Detroit, where without health insur- his father, John Conyers Sr., ance, problems with was a union organizer in the housing,” he told The strength of her husband’s federal prosecutors and automotive industry and an Associated Press in last name, pleaded guilty 2009 hearings on how the international representative 2004. “You can’t to fix bribery. The case was NFL dealt with head inju- with the United Auto Work- one problem by itself related to a sludge haul- ries to players. ers union. He insisted that his — they’re all connect- ing contract voted on by Conyers frequently son, a jazz aficionado from an ed.” the City Council, and she swam against the prevail- early age, not become a musi- He was fiercely - op spent nearly two years in ing political currents dur- cian. posed to Detroit’s fi- prison. ing his time in Congress. The younger Conyers nances being taken over Three years earlier, the He backed, for example, heeded the advice, but jazz by a state-appointed House ethics committee anti-terrorism legislation remained, he said, one of his emergency manager closed a three-year inves- that was far less sweep- “great pleasures.” He spon- as the city declared tigation of allegations that ing than a plan pushed sored legislation to forgive bankruptcy in 2013. Conyers’ staff worked on by then-Attorney General the $1.6 million tax debt ofConyers, whose dis- political campaigns and John Ashcroft in the wake band leader Woody Herman’s trict included much of was ordered to baby-sit of the Sept. 11 terrorist at- estate and once kept a standup Detroit, sought a fed- for his two children and tacks. COURTESY PHOTOS bass in his Washington office. eral investigation and run his personal errands. He was also an early Former U.S. Rep. John Conyers, one of the longest-serv- Before heading to Wash- congressional hearings, He admitted to a “lack of supporter in 2007 of then- ing members of Congress. ington, Conyers served in the arguing it was “difficult clarity” with staffers and Sen. Barack Obama, who National Guard and with the to identify a single in- promised changes. was expected by some in U.S. Army Corps of Engi- stance” where such an But he couldn’t survive the Congressional Black the vote, even after his wife past a House subcommittee. neers during the Korean War arrangement, where lo- the last scandal. An ethics Caucus to push public went to prison for taking a The Rev. Jesse Jackson supervising repairs of military cal officials are stripped committee launched a re- health insurance, sharp bribe. said Sunday that without aircraft. He earned his bach- of most of their power, view after a former long- funding increases for ur- That voter loyalty helped Conyers, there would be no elor’s and law degrees from succeeds. time staffer said Conyers’ ban development and oth- Conyers freely speak his King holiday — “no doubt Wayne State University in the Conyers was the office paid her more than er initiatives long blocked mind. He took aim at both about that.” late 1950s. only House Judiciary $27,000 under a confi- by Republicans. Republicans and fellow “He was one of the most His political aspirations Committee member to dentiality agreement to “We want him to stand Democrats. He said then- consequential congress- were honed while working have sat in on two im- settle a complaint in 2015. strong,” Conyers said in President George W. Bush men,” Jackson said. as a legislative assistant from peachment hearings: She alleged she was fired 2009. “has been an absolute disas- His district office in De- 1958 to 1961 to U.S. Rep. He supported a 1972 because she rejected his Conyers enjoyed his ter for the African American troit employed civil rights John Dingell, a fellow Michi- resolution recommend- sexual advances, and other greatest support back community” in 2004, and in legend Rosa Parks from gan Democrat who, when he ing President Richard said they’d witnesses in- home in Detroit — except 1979 called then-President 1965 until her retirement retiredin in 2014 at age 88, was Nixon’s impeachment appropriate behavior. when he tried to venture Jimmy Carter “a hopeless, 1988. In 2005, Conyers wasCongress’ longest-serving for his conduct of the Conyers initially said into local politics. Cony- demented, honest, well- among 11 people inducted member. That mantle then Vietnam War, but when he looked forward to vin- ers took on 16-year incum- intentioned nerd who will to the International Civil was passed onto Conyers. the House clashed in dicating himself and his bent Mayor Coleman A. never get past his first- Rightsad Walk of Fame. Dingell died in February. 1998 over articles of family, but he announced Young in 1989, launching ministration.” But after a nearly 53- Soon after being elected impeachment against his immediate retirement his bid with the statement: Throughout his career, year career, he became the to Congress, Conyers’ lead- President Bill Clinton, in December 2017 after “Look out, Big Daddy, I’m Conyers used his influencefirst Capitol Hill politician ership at home — in the seg- Conyers said: “Im- fellow Democrats called home.” But a poorly orga- to push civil rights. After a to lose his job in the torrent regated streets of Detroit — peachment was de- for his resignation. The nized campaign helped 15-year fight, he won- pas of sexual misconduct allega- would be tested. Parts of the signed to rid this nation chorus included Minority him finish a mere third in sage of legislation declaring tions sweeping through the city were burned during riots of traitors and tyrants, Leader Nancy Pelosi, the the primary. He ran again the Rev. Martin Luther King nation’s workplaces. A for- in July 1967 that were sparked not attempts to cover up House’s top Democrat. for mayor when Young Jr.‘s birthday a national holi- mer staffer alleged she was by hostilities between Black an extramarital affair.” Conyers became chair- retired in 1993, and lost day, first celebrated in 1986. fired because she rejected residents and Detroit’s mostly Conyers also had man of the House Judi- again. He regularly introduced a his sexual advances, and White police force, and by the scandals of his own. ciary Committee when Along with his wife, bill starting in 1989 to studyothers said they’d witnessed cramped living conditions in In 2009, his wife Democrats regained the Conyers is survived by the harm caused by slavery Conyers inappropriately Black neighborhoods. Monica Conyers, a De- House majority in 2006.two sons, John III and and the possibility of repa- touching female staffers or Conyers climbed onto a troit city councilwoman He oversaw 2007 hearings Carl. rations for slaves’ descen- requesting sexual favors. flatbed truck and appealedlargely elected on the into the White House’s dants. That bill never got He denied the allegations to Black residents to return role in the firings of eight THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019 NEWS LASENTINEL.NET A-9 Harris Honors Rep. Elijah Cummings with Statement in the Congressional Record Statement Honors the Life and Contributions of Congressman Elijah Cummings SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE munity in Baltimore, Mary- fierce advocacy was fueled, land left an indelible mark in part, by the words of his U.S. Senator Kamala D. on our nation. Congressman mother who — on her Harris (D-CA) on Tuesday Cummings died on October death bed — implored him honored the life and contri- 17, 2019, in Baltimore, to ensure the right to vote butions of U.S. Representa- Maryland. He was 68 years was preserved. He would tive Elijah Cummings (D- old. heed her words by deliver- MD-07). Congressman Representative Cum- ing his own stirring calls to Cummings passed away on mings was born on January action. He understood the October 17, 2019, in his 18, 1951, in Baltimore, significance of the right to GERALD HERBERT/AP Democratic Presidential hometown of Baltimore, Maryland. He was the third vote in our democracy and Candidate Sen. Kamala Maryland at the age of 68. of seven children born to worked tirelessly to oppose Harris Harris honored Cum- sharecroppers, Robert Cum- ice began in 1983, when we the Chairman of the House voter suppression, con- mings’ many years of public mings and Ruth Elma Cum- was elected to the Maryland Committee on Oversight demn discriminatory anti- soul of our nation and self- service and tremendous mings, who moved north House of Delegates. Repre- and Reform. voting tactics, and launch lessly dedicated his life to impact on the nation with a from South Carolina in sentative Cummings proud- As the Chairman of the critical investigations when empowering and uplifting statement inserted into the search of better opportuni- ly served in this role for 14 House Committee on Over- voters —particularly peo- his constituents Congressional Record. On ties for their family. Repre- years, eventually becoming sight and Reform, Repre- ple of color — faced dis- Representative Cum- October 24, 2019, Repre- sentative Cummings gradu- the state legislature’s first sentative Cummings was a criminatory voting chal- mings is survived by his sentative Cummings ated from Baltimore City African American speaker powerful voice who lenges. Representative wife, Dr. Maya Rockey- became the first African College High School and pro tempore. In 1996, he achieved a reputation as a Cummings’ visionary lead- moore Cummings, his chil- American lawmaker to lie in went on to earn a bachelor’s was elected to represent skilled consensus builder. ership and service has and dren, and a host of family state at the United States degree in Political Science Maryland’s 7th District in He understood accountabil- will continue to strengthen and friends. It was a great Capitol, an honor for Con- from Howard University in the House of Representa- ity and protecting those our democracy for genera- honor to attend his power- gress and the country to pay Washington, D.C., where he tives as a member of the who courageously spoke tions to come. ful funeral and memorial respect to distinguished served as student govern- 104th Congress. Represen- the truth to protect our Representative Elijah service with many of my Americans who have passed ment president and graduat- tative Cummings focused on nation. He fought daily to Cummings’ steadfast dedi- colleagues and friends. away. ed Phi Beta Kappa. Repre- legislative priorities that ensure our democracy was cation to the City of Balti- Representative Cum- Harris’ Congressional sentative Cummings promoted equality and eco- not only intact, but striving more, the State of Mary- mings often said that, “chil- Statement transcript can be obtained a Juris Doctorate nomic development, includ- to live up to its promise. At land, and our entire country dren are the living mes- found below: from the University of ing: criminal justice reform, the foundation of his fight will continue to inspire oth- sages that we send to a MS. HARRIS: Mr. Pres- Maryland School of Law in lowering prescription drug was advocacy for justice ers for generations to come. future we will never see.” A ident, our Nation mourns the 1975. Throughout his prices, and combatting the and equal opportunity for An impassioned speaker, light is gone from our loss of one of the country’s career, he received 13 hon- opioid epidemic, among all. he was truly a voice for the world, but Representative greatest leaders, Representa- orary doctoral degrees from others. As a respected Con- Representative Cum- voiceless. As a mentor, he Cummings’ legacy will tive Elijah Eugene Cum- universities throughout the gressman, he became a mings made it his personal helped so many young peo- shine bright through all the mings, whose life’s work as country. ranking member of the responsibility to champion ple live in their purpose individuals he touched and a fervent champion for civil Representative Cum- Committee on Transporta- civil rights issues, particu- and make the world a better all the movements he rights and his beloved com- mings’ career in public serv- tion and Infrastructure and larly voting rights. His place. He fought for the helped build. Supporters Ramp up Pressure on African Union to Reinstate Ambassador sia-Africa summit. A Others said she had leadership as the African sitize and empower all peo- fessor Nwauwa continued. renewed scramble for called attention to the con- Union Permanent Ambassa- ples of African Descent to “Dr. Chihombori-Quao Africa? Everyone wants a tinued dominance of Africa, dor in the United States rep- come together and build the has been outspoken about piece,” Save stated. and her efforts to unite the resenting the 55 countries of ‘Africa We Want’ as adopt- neo-colonial maneuverings Jerry Rawlings, the for- continent and Africans the Union, Dr. Chihombori- ed in African Union Agenda and exploitation that still mer president of Ghana, said throughout the diaspora has Quao accepted the position. 2063,” Professor Nwauwa exist today. Her dissemina- the Ambassador’s dismissal ruffled some mighty feath- “She has led with noted. tion of the truth has gar- raises serious questions ers. courage and vigor in galva- The unification of the nered her attention and sup- about the independence of The African Union Pres- nizing peoples of African African Diaspora as port around the world,” the Supporters of Dr. Chihom- the AU. ident’s Office spokes- Descent,” Prof. Apollos espoused in AU Agenda professor stated. bori-Quao, remain “For someone who woman Ebba Kalondo has Nwauwa, the Secretary of 2063 is contrary to the “However, not everyone adamant that the French spoke her mind about the maintained that Ambassa- the African Diaspora Con- Africa that has been margin- is embracing her bold but government ordered the detrimental effects of colo- dor Chihombori-Quao did- gress, stated. alized and pillaged through honest discourses for effect- ambassador's termination. nization and the huge cost of n't lose her job because of “Dr. Chihombori-Quao inequitable colonial and ing change for the better- French control in several France or her fiery speeches has spoken globally to sen- post-colonial contracts, Pro- ment of Africa.” BY STACY M. BROWN parts of Africa, this is an act about the scramble for NNPA Newswire that can best be described as Africa. Correspondent coming from French-con- “To say that the termina- trolled colonized-minds,” tion is due to [those opin- Old paint. Solvents. Batteries. Did African Union Rawlings said. ions] is plainly false,” Computer monitors. These are Ambassador to the United Dr. Leonard Jeffries, a Kalondo said. TOO some of the household hazardous States Dr. Arikana Chihom- long time Pan-Africanist However, no specific bori-Quao lose her job and former professor of reason has been provided waste and electronic waste items because of her outspoken- Black Studies at the City for the Ambassador’s termi- you can bring to a Roundup for ness about France's contin- University of New York, nation. recycling. It’s a great opportunity ued profiting off of her told The Amsterdam News AU Commission Chair to clean out your garage and beloved Africa? that he agreed with Rawl- Moussa Faki Mahamat said TOXIC Or, is Her Excellency ings. “She spoke too much only that the Ambassaor clean up the environment. Our being shown the door truth. That was it. She was removed from office free drive-thru, drop-off events because certain powers are exposed too much, and it following the Commission's are a quick, convenient, and exasperated that she's became too real.” rules. TO common-sense way to dispose of exposed another "scramble When Jeffries, uncle to Located in Addis Ababa, for Africa?" U.S. Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, the African Union is an materials too toxictoxic toto It appears that one – if heard the AU was spreading organization consisting of trash, pour not both – of those reason- rumors about Ambassador 55 African countries. down a sink, ings are true despite both Chihombori-Quao in an Founded in May 2001 to or dump in a French officials and those attempt to justify the dis- replace the Organization of TRASH inside the African Union missal, he scoffed. African States, one of AU's storm drain. have either tepidly denied or “She’s a woman of stated goals is "to establish have remained mum. integrity who has money in the necessary conditions “Dr. Arikana Chihom- her own right. She's not which enable the continent Household Hazardous bori-Quao shoots straight stealing money to buy some to play its rightful role in the from the hip on these mat- Gucci bag,” Jeffries said, global economy and in Waste & Electronic Waste S. La Brea Ave. W. Century Blvd. ters,” Jane Save, a business according to The Amster- international negotiations." advocate, wrote on Twitter, dam News. A Ghanaian native, Roundup where social media users An online petition seek- Ambassador Chihombori- Enter from th have for weeks expressed ing to have the Ambassador Quao took office in 2017. W. 111 St. their anger over the decision reinstated has garnered She served in various Saturday, to terminate the Ambassa- more than 68,000 signa- capacities at the African dor. tures. Many of the petition- Union before being nomi- 405

November 2, 2019 Hawthorne Blvd. Acacia Ave. Larch Ave. “[You have] the US- ers said they believe her out- nated African Union Africa summit; the China- spokenness about France's Ambassador to the United 9:00 am - 3:00 pm W. 111TH St. Africa summit; Germany- continued profiting from the States. Africa summit; India-Africa colonization of Africa led to After almost a year of summit; and now the Rus- the termination. persuading her to assume Park and Ride Lot 105 W. Imperial Hwy.

Bradford Releases Statement on Hawthorne Blvd. & 111th St. No Business Waste Accepted Brought to you by the County of Los Angeles NCAA Board of Governors Decision and presented by the Department of Public Lennox Works and the Sanitation Districts of Los SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE said Senator Steven Brad- Senator Nancy Skinner Angeles County in cooperation with the ford (D-Gardena). “While (D-Berkeley) and Senator Community of Lennox and the cities of This week, the Nation- I question whether or not Steven Bradford (D-Gar- Compton, El Segundo, Gardena, Hawthorne, al Collegiate Athletic this special committee and dena), and co-authored by Hermosa Beach, Inglewood, Lawndale, Los Association (NCAA) vote would have occurred 21 other members of the Angeles, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Board of Governors voted if our bill was not intro- Legislature. It was For more information and Torrance. in favor of permitting stu- duced and passed by the approved by both the dent athletes to benefit Legislature, this is Assembly and Senate or an event schedule, contact: Home-generated sharps waste such as and receive financial nonetheless a major step with bi-partisan support hypodermic needles, pen needles, syringes, compensation from the forward bringing about and signed into law on 1(888) CLEAN-LA, lancets, and intravenous needles SHOULD use of their name, image, greater equity and fairness September 30. This bill NOT be placed in your trash. Bring them to www.CleanLA.com the Roundups or visit www.CLEANLA.com for and likeness. to a system that generates will give California stu- alternate disposal options. “I applaud the NCAA billions off of the backs of dent athletes the right to or 1(800) 238-0172 Board of Governors who our talented and hard- their name, image, and www.lacsd.org You can also take your used motor oil to made the right decision to working athletes.” likeness, allowing them to more than 600 oil recycling centers in Los support our student ath- Senate Bill 206, earn money from sponsor- Angeles County. Call 1(888) CLEAN-LA for a letes, not just in Califor- known as the Fair Pay to ships, endorsements and complete listing. nia, but across the U.S.,” Play Act, was authored by other activities. A-10A-6 LOSLASENTINEL.NET ANGELES SENTINEL NEWS NEWS THURSDAY,THURSDAY,JANUARY OCTOBER 31, 9, 2019 2014

By RALPH D. RUSSO sation for the use of their Associated Press names, images and like- nesses. The working group, The NCAA took a major led by Ohio State athletic step Tuesday toward allow- director Gene Smith and ing college athletes to cash Big East Commissioner in on their fame, voting to Val Ackerman, presented a permit them to “benefit status report Tuesday to the from the use of their name, university presidents who image and likeness.” make up the Board of Gov- The nation’s largest ernors. governing body for col- Smith and Ackerman’s lege sports and its member group laid out principles schools now must figure and guidelines, endorsed out how to allow athletes by the board, to be fol- to profit — something theylowed as NCAA members have fought against do- go about crafting new rules ing for years — while andstill tweaking existing ones, maintaining rules regarding including: amateurism. The NCAA Some college sports Board of Governors, meet- leaders fear allowing ath- ing at Emory University in letes to earn outside income COURTESY PHOTO Atlanta, directed each of could open the door to cor- The NCAA Board of Governors has voted in favor of allowing athletes to cash in on their names and likenesses. the NCAA’s three divisions ruption. The proposed rule would not go into effect until January 2021 at the earliest, but an AP columnist says one of the to create the necessary new “One of the most dis- biggest beneficiaries of the proposal would be women. (Oct. 29) rules immediately and have tinctive things about col- them in place no later than lege sports is this whole re- The NCAA’s move by the NCAA at stalling on and generally ranges from states without going to January 2021. cruitment process,” NCAA came a month after Califor- this issue,” said Ramogi $2,000-$5,000 per semes- court. Board chair Michael President Mark Emmert nia passed a law that would Huma, executive director ter. In addition to pending Drake, the president of told the AP. “The whole no- make it illegal for NCAA of the National College Gabe Feldman, director state laws, North Caro- Ohio State University, said tion of trying to maintain as schools to prohibit college Players Association, an ad- of the Tulane University lina Republican U.S. Rep. the NCAA must embrace fair a playing field as you athletes from making mon- vocacy group. sports law program, said Mark Walker has proposed change and modernize “to can is really central to all ey on endorsements, auto- It’s hard to say exactly the NCAA has taken an im- a national bill that would provide the best possible this. And using sponsorship graph signings and social how much athletes could portant step by recognizing prohibit the NCAA and experience for college ath- arrangements, in one way media advertising, among fetch on an open market for its rules are antiquated. its member schools from letes.” or another, as recruiting other activities. their names. It could range “But the ultimate ques- restricting athletes from But such changes will inducements is something “California has made it from a few hundred dollars tion is how are the rules selling the rights to their come with limitations, he everybody is deeply con- clear that we won’t accept for creating personalized modified to both allow -col names, images and like- said. cerned about.” any arbitrary limitations video and audio greetings lege athletes to profit fromnesses to third-party buyers “The board is empha- Ackerman and Smith on college athletes’ right for fans through companies their name, image and like- on the open market. sizing that change must be said the challenges lie in to their name, image, and such as Cameo, to thou- ness while also being con- “We’re going to con- consistent with the values determining what regu- likeness,” state Sen. Nancy sands of dollars for doing sistent with the collegiate tinue to communicate with of college sports and higher lations need to be set in Skinner, who co-sponsored television advertisements model,” Feldman said. legislators at the state and education and not turn stu- place; what markets ath- the bill, posted in Twitter. for local businesses. The NCAA has said federal level,” Emmert dent-athletes into employ- letes should be allowed to The California law goes NCAA rules allow for California’s law is uncon- said. “That’s one of the ees of institutions,” Drake access; what entities and into effect in 2023. More an athletic scholarship that stitutional, and any states things that the board is ask- told The Associated Press. individuals they should be than a dozen states have covers tuition, room and that pass similar legisla- ing of me and my staff and A group of NCAA ad- permitted to work with; and followed with similar leg- board, books and a cost- tion could see their athletes the membership in general, ministrators has been ex- whether the schools them- islation, some of which of-attendance stipend. The and schools being declared and hopefully we can avoid ploring since May the ways selves could provide funds could be on the books as cost of attendance is de- ineligible to compete. But anything that’s a direct in which athletes could be to athletes through licens- soon as next year. termined by the institution the board also said it hopes conflict with our state- leg allowed to receive compen- ing deals. “This is another attempt using federal guidelines to reach a resolution with islators.”

By City NewS SeRviCe Jackson-Dumont. ``This is achieve that goal.’’ collections management a fantastic opportunity to ``Education is at the teams in exploring the The Board of Direc- join an ambitious organi- core of our mission, so it’ more than 100,000 works tors of the Lucas Museum zation at a crucial time in fitting that the director of of art in the collections’ of Narrative Art, including its founding and develop- the Lucas Museum be a including original illustra- co-founders George Lucas ment. With an expansive deeply experienced mu- tions, paintings, comic art, and Mellody Hobson, an- collection devoted to the seum educator,’’ added Lu- photography, and the arts nounced today that Sandra art of storytelling, the Lu- cas’s wife, Mellody Hob- of filmmaking*and devel- Jackson-Dumont has been cas Museum will be an son, the Lucas Museum oping exhibitions appointed the museum’ di- innovative place of rele- co-founder and co-CEO and programs in the rector and chief executive vance and inspiration. I am and president of Ariel In- museum*s extensive gal- officer. looking forward to part- vestments. ``Sandra has lery and classroom spaces. Tasked with leading nering with the board, Lu- more than two decades of The Lucas Museum the institution through its cas Museum colleagues, experience in the field, and broke ground in March opening and beyond, Jack- artists, and communities to we believe she is the leader 2018 in L.A.’s Exposition son-Dumont will be join- establish and build this who will help bring Park, and Jackson-Dumont ing the Lucas Museum in unique institution.’’ our vision of creating will also work with the January 2020. She comes Filmmaker George an inspiring and accessible operations, architecture, to the museum from the Lucas, co-founder of the museum to life.’’ and construction teams to Metropolitan Museum Lucas Museum, said that At the Lucas Mu- continue to bring archi- of Art in New York City, ``The work that Sandra seum, Jackson-Dumont tect Ma Yansong’s vision where she has served as the has done throughout her will oversee wide-ranging for the 11-acre campus Frederick P. and Sandra P. extensive museum career curatorial and education and 300,000-square-foot Rose Chairman of Educa- is impressive and we look programs and will manage building to life. Jackson- tion and Public Programs forward to her leadership. a staff of more than 230 Dumont will report to the since 2014, according to a We want the Lucas Mu- by the time the museum Lucas Museum’s Board of Lucas Museum statement. seum to be a vital resource opens. She will lead the Directors. ``I am honored to lead for our community and we curatorial, museum ex- the Lucas Museum,’’ said believe Sandra will help us perience, education, and Sandra Jackson-Dumont PHOTO MANGUE BANZIMA

Hawkins {continued from Pg. A-1} Hawkins was regional alto human relations com- director for Kerry-Edwards missioner, a Colton adult for America, managed the literary volunteer, and a sure that residents in our really haven’t taken place,” Iowa and Virginia caucus- board member on numer- communities are exposed to he insisted. es for Obama for America ous nonprofit organiza- opportunities and careers in “I just want to make sure and served as the NAACP tions. A husband and father the water industry.” that working people have a youth and college voter of three boys, Hawkins is To aid the district in op- voice in our government outreach director. also an active member of erating in a more transpar- and I have been dedicated to Also, he gained first- Ecclesia Christian Fellow- ent manner, Hawkins wants fighting for disenfranchised hand knowledge about ship. to televise or live-stream people to receive adequate government relations while “I have always been board meetings. He stressed resources that their com- working for the USDA as- an advocate for working that embracing that technol- munity deserves,” added sistant secretary in the Of- people and I am dedicated ogy will allow the commu- Hawkins.Hawkins brings fice of Civil Rights during to bringing in change to our nity to stay informed about a diverse background of the Obama administration. local community,” Hawkins WVWD operations and qualifications that he plans “In that capacity, I as- said. “If elected, I intend to budgetary matters. to utilize as a WVWD di- sisted on Black farmers build consensus across all “We don’t have a sys- rector. While earning his cases that dealt with dis- ideologies as much as I can tem or anything in place to Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor crimination complaints. I and help refocus the board alert citizens about issues degrees from Howard Uni- helped to investigate and on doing the people’s busi- at the water district. Also, versity, he played key roles make decisions about those ness.” it is very difficult to findin organizing students and claims,” said Hawkins. the budget and as far as ac- young adults to participate His passion of helping To learn more, visit countability, there needs to in several electoral cam- the underserved continues channinghawkins.com be financial controls that paigns. Channing Hawkins COURTESY PHOTO in his current roles as a Ri- THURSDAY, JANUARYOCTOBER 9,31, 2014 2019 NEWS LOS ANGELES SENTINELa- 11A-7

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The evening be- focused on games, foods workshops throughout staying in shape both phys- possible. begging her father to buy fore was known as All of the season and festive the year. We would icallynot andbe mentally. Remember, it is im- a witch that waved. The Hallows Eve, and later costumes. Parents are en- able to do this work- Eleanorwith Roosevelt said, portant for all of us to do child was insistent. And Halloween. Over time, couraged by newspapers out volunteers and support“I am who I am today our best to make healthy, here I am so insistent Halloween evolved into and community leaders to from our various sponsors.because of the choices I wealthy and wise deci- against it, I said to the fa- a day of activities like take anything “frighten- We believe if we don’tmade sow yesterday.” Most of sions. What we do affects ther very quietly, “Don’t trick-or-treating, carving ing” or “grotesque” out of into the lives of ourus youth make the decisions we more than just ourselves, it buy that.” It seemed he jack-o-lanterns, festive Halloween celebrations. today, we can’t expectmake to in life based on what also affects those around was so glad there was gatherings, donning cos- Because of these efforts, reap much from them- we are to exposed to or what us and future generations; someone right there to tumes and eating treats. Halloween lost most of its morrow. others tell us we can do. positive or negative. We support him because he Unfortunately something superstitious and religious Our 2019 conferenceI am a firm believer that all make mistakes, but the really didn’t want to give starts out for the good, but overtones by the begin- was held this past Saturdaypeople would do better if question becomes do we in and buy it. 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Jordan Scott Rouse-Martinez business on 08/2019. Filing with Changes Statement must be filed S/KEN DOUGLAS BARROW, registrant knows to be false to Jordan Scott Rouse I declare that all information 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21/19 before the expiration. Effective PARTNER is guilty of a misdemeanor CIVIL The Court orders that all in this statement is true and CNS-3309847# January 1, 2014, the Fictitious This statement was filed punishable by a fine not to persons interested in this correct. (A registrant who LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Business Name Statement with the County Clerk of exceed one thousand dollars matter appear before this declares as true any material must be accompanied by the Los Angeles County on ($1,000)). court at the hearing indicated matter pursuant to Section FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Affidavit of Identity form. 10/01/2019. S/ Andra Coniece Blake, ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE below to show cause, if any, 17913 of the Business and NAME STATEMENT The filing of this statement NOTICE-In accordance with Owner FOR CHANGE OF NAME why the petition for change of Professions code that the File No. 2019281992 does not of itself authorize Subdivision (a) of Section This statement was filed Case No. 19LBCP00386 name should not be granted. registrant knows to be false The following person(s) is the use in this state of a 17920, a Fictitious Name with the County Clerk of Los Superior Court of California, Any person objecting to the is guilty of a misdemeanor (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name Statement generally expires Angeles on October 21, 2019 County of LOS ANGELES name changes described punishable by a fine not to FIRST YOU SURVIVE, THEN in violation of the rights of at the end of five years from NOTICE-In accordance with Petition of: Dante Lavell- above must file a written exceed one thousand dollars YOU SUCCEED, 1259 N. another under Federal, State, the date on which it was filed Subdivision (a) of Section Fisher Porter for Change of objection that includes the ($1,000)). LOMA VISTA DR #1, LONG or common law (See Section in the office of the County 17920, a Fictitious Name Name reasons for the objection at HERBAL MIRACLES L.L.C. BEACH, CA 90813 County of 14411 et seq., Business and Clerk, except, as provided Statement generally expires TO ALL INTERESTED least two court days before S/ TYESHIA DINWIDDIE, LOS ANGELES Professions Code). in Subdivision (b) of Section at the end of five years from PERSONS: the matter is scheduled to General Partner Registered owner(s): Original Filing 17920, where it expires the date on which it was filed Petitioner Dante Lavell-Fisher be heard and must appear This statement was filed TERRANCE RUSSELL, 1259 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14/19 40 days after any change in the office of the County Porter filed a petition with this at the hearing to show cause with the County Clerk of N LOMA VISTA DR 1, LONG CNS-3307611# in the facts set forth in the Clerk, except, as provided court for a decree changing why the petition should not be Los Angeles County on BEACH, CA 90813 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL statement pursuant to Section in Subdivision (b) of Section names as follows: granted. If no written objection 10/23/2019. This business is conducted by 17913 other than a change 17920, where it expires Dante Lavell-Fisher Porter to is timely filed, the court may NOTICE-In accordance with an Individual FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in the residence address of 40 days after any change Dante Lavell Fisher grant the petition without a Subdivision (a) of Section The registrant(s) started doing NAME STATEMENT a registered owner. A new in the facts set forth in the The Court orders that all hearing. 17920, a Fictitious Name business on 10/2019. File No. 2019273838 Fictitious Business Name statement pursuant to Section persons interested in this Notice of Hearing: Statement generally expires I declare that all information The following person(s) is Statement must be filed 17913 other than a change matter appear before this Date: December 6. 2019, at the end of five years from in this statement is true and (are) doing business as: before the expiration. Effective in the residence address of court at the hearing indicated Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: K, the date on which it was filed correct. (A registrant who TYPICALI, 5907 3RD AVE, January 1, 2014, the Fictitious a registered owner. A new below to show cause, if any, Room: A203 in the office of the County declares as true any material LOS ANGELES, CA 90043 Business Name Statement Fictitious Business Name why the petition for change of The address of the court Clerk, except, as provided matter pursuant to Section County of LOS ANGELES must be accompanied by the Statement must be filed name should not be granted. is 1725 Main Street, Santa in Subdivision (b) of Section 17913 of the Business and Registered owner(s): Affidavit of Identity form. before the expiration. Effective Any person objecting to the Monica, CA 90401 17920, where it expires Professions code that the STACY L AVILA , 5907 3RD The filing of this statement January 1, 2014, the Fictitious name changes described A copy of this Order to Show 40 days after any change registrant knows to be false AVE, LOS ANGELES, CA does not of itself authorize Business Name Statement above must file a written Cause shall be published at in the facts set forth in the is guilty of a misdemeanor 90043 the use in this state of a must be accompanied by the objection that includes the least once each week for four statement pursuant to Section punishable by a fine not to This business is conducted by Fictitious Business Name Affidavit of Identity form. reasons for the objection at successive weeks prior to 17913 other than a change exceed one thousand dollars an Individual in violation of the rights of The filing of this statement least two court days before the date set for hearing on in the residence address of ($1,000)). The registrant(s) started doing another under Federal, State, does not of itself authorize the matter is scheduled to the petition in the following a registered owner. A new S/TERRANCE RUSSELL, business on N/A. or common law (See Section the use in this state of a be heard and must appear newspaper of general Fictitious Business Name Owner I declare that all information 14411 et seq., Business and Fictitious Business Name at the hearing to show cause circulation, printed in this Statement must be filed This statement was filed in this statement is true and Professions Code). in violation of the rights of why the petition should not be county: Los Angeles Sentinel before the expiration. Effective with the County Clerk of correct. (A registrant who Original Filing another under Federal, State, granted. If no written objection Date: 9/18/2019 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Los Angeles County on declares as true any material 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14/19 or common law (See Section is timely filed, the court may Lawerence H. Cho Business Name Statement 10/24/2019. matter pursuant to Section CNS-3307589# 14411 et seq., Business and grant the petition without a Judge of the Superior Court must be accompanied by the NOTICE-In accordance with 17913 of the Business and LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Professions Code). hearing. 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31/19 Affidavit of Identity form. Subdivision (a) of Section Professions code that the Original Notice of Hearing: CNS-3302742# The filing of this statement 17920, a Fictitious Name registrant knows to be false FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14/19 Date: 12/6/19, Time: 8:30 am, LOS ANGELES SENTINEL does not of itself authorize Statement generally expires is guilty of a misdemeanor NAME STATEMENT CNS-3307548# Dept.: 27 the use in this state of a at the end of five years from punishable by a fine not to File No. 2019274131 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The address of the court is ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE Fictitious Business Name the date on which it was filed exceed one thousand dollars The following person(s) is 275 Magnolia, Long Beach, FOR CHANGE OF NAME in violation of the rights of in the office of the County ($1,000)). (are) doing business as: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CA 90802 Case No. 9GDCP00318 another under Federal, State, Clerk, except, as provided S/STACY L AVILA, Owner MPL FINE ART & GRAPHICS, NAME STATEMENT A copy of this Order to Show Superior Court of California, or common law (See Section in Subdivision (b) of Section This statement was filed 4223 10TH AVENUE, LOS File No. 2019268480 Cause shall be published at County of Los Angeles 14411 et seq., Business and 17920, where it expires with the County Clerk of ANGELES, CA 90008 County The following person(s) is least once each week for four Petition of: Sandee Alexandria Professions Code). 40 days after any change Los Angeles County on of LOS ANGELES (are) doing business as: successive weeks prior to Vasquez-Ayala for Change of Original Filing in the facts set forth in the 10/15/2019. Registered owner(s): CARR TRUCKING, 1318 E. the date set for hearing on Name 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21/19 statement pursuant to Section NOTICE-In accordance with MILTON P LOUPE , 4223 DENWALL DRIVE, CARSON, the petition in the following TO ALL INTERESTED CNS-3309892# 17913 other than a change Subdivision (a) of Section 10TH AVENUE, LOS CA 90746 County of LOS newspaper of general PERSONS: LOS ANGELES SENTINEL in the residence address of 17920, a Fictitious Name ANGELES, CA 90008 ANGELES circulation, printed in this Petitioner Sandee Alexandria a registered owner. A new Statement generally expires This business is conducted by Mailing Address: P. O. BOX county: L. A. Sentinel Vasquez-Ayala filed a petition Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from an Individual 4776, CARSON, CA 90749 Date: Oct 23, 2019 with this court for a decree FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Statement must be filed the date on which it was filed The registrant(s) started doing Registered owner(s): Mark C. Kim changing names as follows: NAME STATEMENT before the expiration. Effective in the office of the County business on N/A. THOMAS CARR , 1318 E. Judge of the Superior Court Sandee Alexandria Vasquez- File No. 2019271249 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Clerk, except, as provided I declare that all information DENWALL DRIVE, CARSON, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21/19 Ayala to Gypsie Alexandria The following person(s) is Business Name Statement in Subdivision (b) of Section in this statement is true and CA 90746 CNS-3309821# Vasquez-Ayala (are) doing business as: must be accompanied by the 17920, where it expires correct. (A registrant who This business is conducted by LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The Court orders that all EMPOWERING Affidavit of Identity form. 40 days after any change declares as true any material an Individual persons interested in this EXPERIENCE, 1229 W The filing of this statement in the facts set forth in the matter pursuant to Section The registrant(s) started doing ORDER ON REQUEST TO matter appear before this 92ND STREET, Los Angeles, does not of itself authorize statement pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and business on N/A. CONTINUE HEARING court at the hearing indicated CA 90044 County of LOS the use in this state of a 17913 other than a change Professions code that the I declare that all information Case Number: NF009732 below to show cause, if any, ANGELES Fictitious Business Name in the residence address of registrant knows to be false in this statement is true and SUPERIOR COURT OF why the petition for change of Mailing Address: 2851 W in violation of the rights of a registered owner. A new is guilty of a misdemeanor correct. (A registrant who CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF name should not be granted. 120TH STREET SUITE E another under Federal, State, Fictitious Business Name punishable by a fine not to declares as true any material LOS ANGELES Any person objecting to the #264, Hawthorne, CA 90250 or common law (See Section Statement must be filed exceed one thousand dollars matter pursuant to Section 275 Magnolia Avenue name changes described Articles of Incorporation or 14411 et seq., Business and before the expiration. Effective ($1,000)). 17913 of the Business and Long Beach, 90802 above must file a written Organization Number: LLC/AI Professions Code). January 1, 2014, the Fictitious S/MILTON P LOUPE, Owner Professions code that the Governor George objection that includes the No 4270495 Original Filing Business Name Statement This statement was filed registrant knows to be false Deukmejian Courthouse reasons for the objection at Registered owner(s): 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21/19 must be accompanied by the with the County Clerk of is guilty of a misdemeanor PETITIONER/PLAINTIFF: least two court days before ARGENT VENTURES, CNS-3309828# Affidavit of Identity form. Los Angeles County on punishable by a fine not to CLAUDIA M. TRUJILLO the matter is scheduled to INC., 2851 W 120TH LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The filing of this statement 10/15/2019. exceed one thousand dollars RESPONDENT/ be heard and must appear STREET SUITE E #264, does not of itself authorize NOTICE-In accordance with ($1,000)). DEFENDANT: TEJON BLACK at the hearing to show cause HAWTHORNE, CA 90250; FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the use in this state of a Subdivision (a) of Section S/THOMAS CARR, OWNER 1. The hearing is currently why the petition should not be State of Incorporation: CA NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name 17920, a Fictitious Name This statement was filed scheduled for: 8/28/19 granted. If no written objection This business is conducted by File No. 2019283954 in violation of the rights of Statement generally expires with the County Clerk of 2. Name of party who filed the is timely filed, the court may a Corporation The following person(s) is another under Federal, State, at the end of five years from Los Angeles County on Request for Order, Order to grant the petition without a The registrant(s) started doing (are) doing business as: or common law (See Section the date on which it was filed 10/08/2019. Show Cause, or other matter hearing. business on N/A. Soul N’ Rolls, 115 E 82nd 14411 et seq., Business and in the office of the County NOTICE-In accordance with is: Claudia M. Trujillo Notice of Hearing: I declare that all information Pl., Los Angeles, CA Professions Code). Clerk, except, as provided Subdivision (a) of Section 3. Name of party asking Date: 11/6/19, Time: 8:30 AM, in this statement is true and 90003, County of LA; Mailing Original Filing in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name to continue the hearing is: Dept.: E correct. (A registrant who Address: 1645 W 219th St. 8, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14/19 17920, where it expires Statement generally expires Claudia M. Trujillo The address of the court is declares as true any material Torrance, CA 90501 CNS-3307605# 40 days after any change at the end of five years from 4. The request to continue 600 E. Broadway, Glendale, matter pursuant to Section Registered owner(s): LOS ANGELES SENTINEL in the facts set forth in the the date on which it was filed does not include temporary CA 91206 17913 of the Business and Indya Danielle Wade, 1645 statement pursuant to Section in the office of the County emergency (ex parte) orders A copy of this Order to Show Professions code that the W 219th St. 8, Torrance, CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 17913 other than a change Clerk, except, as provided previously issued. Cause shall be published at registrant knows to be false 90501 NAME STATEMENT in the residence address of in Subdivision (b) of Section 6. Order granting request to least once each week for four is guilty of a misdemeanor This business is conducted File No. 2019272375 a registered owner. A new 17920, where it expires continue hearing and notice successive weeks prior to punishable by a fine not to by: an individual The following person(s) is Fictitious Business Name 40 days after any change of new hearing. the date set for hearing on exceed one thousand dollars The registrant commenced (are) doing business as: Statement must be filed in the facts set forth in the a. The court hearing is the petition in the following ($1,000)). to transact business under 1. SHEPPARD POOL before the expiration. Effective statement pursuant to Section continued to the date, time, newspaper of general ARGENT VENTURES, INC. the fictitious business name SERVICE, 2. SPS, 30456 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 17913 other than a change and location shown below: circulation, printed in this S/ YVETTE DUNCAN, CEO or names listed above on STAR CANYON PLACE, Business Name Statement in the residence address of New Hearing Date: 10/21/19 county: Los Angeles Sentinel This statement was filed 10/2019 Castaic, CA 91384 County of must be accompanied by the a registered owner. A new Time: 8:30 AM Dept. S15 Date: Aug. 23, 2019 with the County Clerk of I declare that all information LOS ANGELES Affidavit of Identity form. Fictitious Business Name Room 3300 Darrell Mavis Los Angeles County on in this statement is true and Registered owner(s): The filing of this statement Statement must be filed Address of Court: Same as Judge of the Superior Court 10/10/2019. correct. (A registrant who DEREK TYSON SHEPPARD does not of itself authorize before the expiration. Effective noticed above. 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31/19 NOTICE-In accordance with declares as true any material , 30456 STAR CANYON the use in this state of a January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 7. Reason for the continuance CNS-3301382# Subdivision (a) of Section matter pursuant to Section PLACE, CASTAIC, CA 91384 Fictitious Business Name Business Name Statement a. The continuance is needed LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 17920, a Fictitious Name 17913 of the Business and This business is conducted by in violation of the rights of must be accompanied by the because Statement generally expires Professions code that the an Individual another under Federal, State, Affidavit of Identity form. (1) the papers could not be at the end of five years from registrant knows to be false The registrant(s) started doing or common law (See Section The filing of this statement served as required before the the date on which it was filed is guilty of a misdemeanor business on N/A. 14411 et seq., Business and does not of itself authorize hearing date. FICTITIOUS in the office of the County punishable by a fine not to I declare that all information Professions Code). the use in this state of a 9. Service of order Clerk, except, as provided exceed one thousand dollars in this statement is true and Original Filing Fictitious Business Name b. The documents listed in BUSINESS in Subdivision (b) of Section ($1,000)). correct. (A registrant who 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14/19 in violation of the rights of to must be served by: per 17920, where it expires S/ Indya Danielle Wade, declares as true any material CNS-3307576# another under Federal, State, code on NAMES 40 days after any change Owner matter pursuant to Section LOS ANGELES SENTINEL or common law (See Section (2) respondent/defendant in the facts set forth in the This statement was filed 17913 of the Business and 14411 et seq., Business and d. Other orders regarding statement pursuant to Section with the County Clerk of Los Professions code that the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Professions Code). service: by publication 17913 other than a change Angeles on October 28, 2019 registrant knows to be false NAME STATEMENT Original Filing 10. Documents for services FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in the residence address of NOTICE-In accordance with is guilty of a misdemeanor File No. 2019263175 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14/19 A filed copy of this order: NAME STATEMENT a registered owner. A new Subdivision (a) of Section punishable by a fine not to The following person(s) is CNS-3307528# a. A copy of the previously File No. 2019279104 Fictitious Business Name 17920, a Fictitious Name exceed one thousand dollars (are) doing business as: LOS ANGELES SENTINEL filed Request for Oder, Order The following person(s) is Statement must be filed Statement generally expires ($1,000)). DEANS, 7211 HAVEN to Show Cause, or other (are) doing business as: before the expiration. Effective at the end of five years from S/DEREK TYSON AVE E495, RANCHO FICTITIOUS BUSINESS moving paper CAPITAL INTEGRATED January 1, 2014, the Fictitious the date on which it was filed SHEPPARD, OWNER CUCAMONGA, CA 91701 NAME STATEMENT 11. A Responsive Declaration ARTS, 1843 N. CHEROKEE Business Name Statement in the office of the County This statement was filed County of LOS ANGELES File No. 2019269449 to Request for Oder form AVENUE APT. 211, LOS must be accompanied by the Clerk, except, as provided with the County Clerk of Registered owner(s): The following person(s) is FL-320 must be filed and ANGELES, CA 90028 County Affidavit of Identity form. in Subdivision (b) of Section Los Angeles County on YOLANDE DEAN , 7211 (are) doing business as: served on or before: 10/21/19 of LOS ANGELES The filing of this statement 17920, where it expires 10/11/2019. HAVEN AVE E495, RANCHO ANGELIC INSPIRATIONS, Date: 8/28/19 Registered owner(s): does not of itself authorize 40 days after any change NOTICE-In accordance with CUCAMONGA, CA 91701 3924 DEGNAN BLVD., LOS S/ Maria Puente-Porras MARCUS G. MITCHELL, the use in this state of a in the facts set forth in the Subdivision (a) of Section This business is conducted by ANGELES, CA 90008 County 1843 N. CHEROKEE Fictitious Business Name statement pursuant to Section 17920, a Fictitious Name an Individual of LOS ANGELES AVENUE APT. 211, LOS in violation of the rights of 17913 other than a change Statement generally expires The registrant(s) started doing Mailing Address: 3924 ANGELES, CA 90028 another under Federal, State, in the residence address of at the end of five years from business on N/A. DEGNAN BLVD., LOS This business is conducted by or common law (See Section a registered owner. A new the date on which it was filed I declare that all information ANGELES, CA 90008 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21/19 an Individual 14411 et seq., Business and Fictitious Business Name in the office of the County in this statement is true and Registered owner(s): CNS-3307659# The registrant(s) started doing Professions Code). Statement must be filed Clerk, except, as provided correct. (A registrant who ANGELIQUE WALKER LOS ANGELES SENTINEL business on 01/2019. Original Filing before the expiration. Effective in Subdivision (b) of Section declares as true any material SMITH , 3924 DEGNAN I declare that all information 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21/19 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 17920, where it expires matter pursuant to Section BLVD., LOS ANGELES, CA ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE in this statement is true and CNS-3309880# Business Name Statement 40 days after any change 17913 of the Business and 90008; State of Incorporation: FOR CHANGE OF NAME correct. (A registrant who LOS ANGELES SENTINEL must be accompanied by the in the facts set forth in the Professions code that the CA Case No. 19STCP04418 declares as true any material Affidavit of Identity form. statement pursuant to Section registrant knows to be false This business is conducted by Superior Court of California, matter pursuant to Section FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The filing of this statement 17913 other than a change is guilty of a misdemeanor an Individual County of Los Angeles 17913 of the Business and NAME STATEMENT does not of itself authorize in the residence address of punishable by a fine not to The registrant(s) started doing Petition of: Jacober Jaba Professions code that the File No. 2019283550 the use in this state of a a registered owner. A new exceed one thousand dollars business on 01/2019. Ahrell for Change of Name registrant knows to be false The following person(s) is Fictitious Business Name Fictitious Business Name ($1,000)). I declare that all information TO ALL INTERESTED is guilty of a misdemeanor (are) doing business as: in violation of the rights of Statement must be filed S/YOLANDE DEAN, Owner in this statement is true and PERSONS: punishable by a fine not to 1. CHRISTINA COOPER another under Federal, State, before the expiration. Effective This statement was filed correct. (A registrant who Petitioner Jacober Jaba Ahrell exceed one thousand dollars PRODUCTIONS, 2. or common law (See Section January 1, 2014, the Fictitious with the County Clerk of declares as true any material filed a petition with this court ($1,000)). WHO’SNEXT, 3. ISLAND 14411 et seq., Business and Business Name Statement Los Angeles County on matter pursuant to Section for a decree changing names S/MARCUS G. MITCHELL, GAL, 3540 DAHLIA AVE., Los Professions Code). must be accompanied by the 10/01/2019. 17913 of the Business and as follows: Owner Angeles, CA 90026 County of Original Affidavit of Identity form. NOTICE-In accordance with Professions code that the Jacober Jaba Ahrell to This statement was filed LOS ANGELES 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21/19 The filing of this statement Subdivision (a) of Section registrant knows to be false with the County Clerk of Registered owner(s): CNS-3309818# does not of itself authorize 17920, a Fictitious Name is guilty of a misdemeanor Jacover Juba Harrell Jr LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The Court orders that all Los Angeles County on CHRISTINA A ALEXANDRIA the use in this state of a Statement generally expires punishable by a fine not to persons interested in this 10/21/2019. H COOPER, 3540 DAHLIA Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from exceed one thousand dollars NOTICE-In accordance with AVE., LOS ANGELES, CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in violation of the rights of the date on which it was filed ($1,000)). matter appear before this NAME STATEMENT court at the hearing indicated Subdivision (a) of Section 90026 another under Federal, State, in the office of the County S/ANGELIQUE WALKER 17920, a Fictitious Name This business is conducted by File No. 2019264154 or common law (See Section Clerk, except, as provided SMITH, President below to show cause, if any, The following person(s) is why the petition for change of Statement generally expires an Individual 14411 et seq., Business and in Subdivision (b) of Section This statement was filed at the end of five years from The registrant(s) started doing (are) doing business as: Professions Code). 17920, where it expires with the County Clerk of name should not be granted. SHIRT ZONE USA, 5757 Any person objecting to the the date on which it was filed business on 10/2019. Original Filing 40 days after any change Los Angeles County on in the office of the County I declare that all information W.CENTURY BLVD., SUITE 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14/19 in the facts set forth in the 10/09/2019. name changes described 516, Los Angeles, CA 90045 above must file a written Clerk, except, as provided in this statement is true and CNS-3307600# statement pursuant to Section NOTICE-In accordance with in Subdivision (b) of Section correct. (A registrant who County of LOS ANGELES LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 17913 other than a change Subdivision (a) of Section objection that includes the Articles of Incorporation or reasons for the objection at 17920, where it expires declares as true any material in the residence address of 17920, a Fictitious Name 40 days after any change matter pursuant to Section Organization Number: LLC/AI FICTITIOUS BUSINESS a registered owner. A new Statement generally expires least two court days before No 3643715 the matter is scheduled to in the facts set forth in the 17913 of the Business and NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from statement pursuant to Section Professions code that the Registered owner(s): File No. 2019262921 Statement must be filed the date on which it was filed be heard and must appear WORLD OF HOPE, SLS, The following person(s) is at the hearing to show cause 17913 other than a change registrant knows to be false before the expiration. Effective in the office of the County in the residence address of is guilty of a misdemeanor 5757 W. CENTURY BLVD, (are) doing business as: January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Clerk, except, as provided why the petition should not be SUITE 516, LOS ANGELES, 1. LEARNING INSTITUTE granted. If no written objection a registered owner. A new punishable by a fine not to Business Name Statement in Subdivision (b) of Section Fictitious Business Name exceed one thousand dollars CA 90045; State of OF VISION AND must be accompanied by the 17920, where it expires is timely filed, the court may Incorporation: CA EMPOWERMENT, 2. grant the petition without a Statement must be filed ($1,000)). Affidavit of Identity form. 40 days after any change before the expiration. Effective S/CHRISTINA A This business is conducted by HOLY HANDS CREATION, The filing of this statement in the facts set forth in the hearing. a Corporation 3. 2 RHYTHMS Notice of Hearing: January 1, 2014, the Fictitious ALEXANDRIA H COOPER, does not of itself authorize statement pursuant to Section Business Name Statement Owner The registrant(s) started doing THEATRE COMPANY, 4. the use in this state of a 17913 other than a change Date: 12/17/2019, Time: business on N/A. PERFECTLY ORIGINAL 10:30 am, Dept.: 44, Room: must be accompanied by the This statement was filed Fictitious Business Name in the residence address of Affidavit of Identity form. with the County Clerk of I declare that all information SERVICES, 5. LEARNING in violation of the rights of a registered owner. A new 418 in this statement is true and INSTITUTE OF VISION The address of the court is The filing of this statement Los Angeles County on another under Federal, State, Fictitious Business Name does not of itself authorize 10/25/2019. correct. (A registrant who AND EMPOWERMENT or common law (See Section Statement must be filed Los Angeles Superior Court declares as true any material FOUNDATION, 3771 SUTRO 111 North Hill Street, Los the use in this state of a NOTICE-In accordance with 14411 et seq., Business and before the expiration. Effective Fictitious Business Name Subdivision (a) of Section matter pursuant to Section AVE., LOS ANGELES, Professions Code). January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Angeles, CA 90012 17913 of the Business and CA 90018 County of LOS A copy of this Order to Show in violation of the rights of 17920, a Fictitious Name Original Filing Business Name Statement another under Federal, State, Statement generally expires Professions code that the ANGELES 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14/19 must be accompanied by the Cause shall be published at registrant knows to be false Mailing Address: PO BOX least once each week for four or common law (See Section at the end of five years from CNS-3307558# Affidavit of Identity form. is guilty of a misdemeanor 4569, INGLEWOOD, CA LOS ANGELES SENTINEL successive weeks prior to 14411 et seq., Business and the date on which it was filed The filing of this statement Professions Code). in the office of the County punishable by a fine not to 90303 does not of itself authorize the date set for hearing on exceed one thousand dollars Registered owner(s): the petition in the following Original Filing Clerk, except, as provided FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the use in this state of a 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21/19 in Subdivision (b) of Section ($1,000)). KEN DOUGLAS BARROW, NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name newspaper of general WORLD OF HOPE, SLS 3771 SUTRO AVE., LOS File No. 2019278138 circulation, printed in this CNS-3309911# 17920, where it expires in violation of the rights of LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 40 days after any change S/ ANGELA MCFALLS, ANGELES, CA 90018 The following person(s) is another under Federal, State, county: L.A. Sentinel Secretary HADIE BAILEY, 3771 SUTRO (are) doing business as: Date: 10/15/19 in the facts set forth in the or common law (See Section FICTITIOUS BUSINESS statement pursuant to Section This statement was filed AVE., LOS ANGELES, CA Premiere Coaching, 831 E. 14411 et seq., Business and Edward B. Moreton, Jr. with the County Clerk of 90018 Judge of the Superior Court NAME STATEMENT 17913 other than a change Colden Ave, Los Angeles, Professions Code). 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/21/19 File No. 2019280937 in the residence address of Los Angeles County on JOZBEN BARRETT, 4348 CA 90002, County of LA Original Filing CNS-3307591# The following person(s) is a registered owner. A new 10/02/2019. CAHUENGA BLVD, TOLUCA Registered owner(s): 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14/19 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name NOTICE-In accordance with LAKE, CA 91602 Andra Coniece Blake, 831 E. CNS-3307519# HERBAL MIRACLES, 2935 Statement must be filed Subdivision (a) of Section This business is conducted by Colden Ave, Los Angeles, CA LOS ANGELES SENTINEL ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE 1/2 S. BUDLONG AVENUE, before the expiration. Effective 17920, a Fictitious Name a General Partnership 90002 FOR CHANGE OF NAME LOS ANGELES, CA 90007 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Statement generally expires The registrant(s) started doing This business is conducted FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Case No. 19SMCP00469 County of LOS ANGELES Business Name Statement at the end of five years from business on 01/2019. by: An Individual NAME STATEMENT Superior Court of California, Articles of Incorporation or must be accompanied by the the date on which it was filed I declare that all information The registrant commenced File No. 2019270522 County of Los Angeles Organization Number: LLC/AI Affidavit of Identity form. in the office of the County in this statement is true and to transact business under The following person(s) is Petition of: Brittany Rouse No 201922110068 The filing of this statement Clerk, except, as provided correct. (A registrant who the fictitious business name (are) doing business as: and Elkin Martinez Delgado Registered owner(s): does not of itself authorize in Subdivision (b) of Section declares as true any material or names listed above on K.LEVI THREADS & for Change of Name HERBAL MIRACLES L.L.C., the use in this state of a 17920, where it expires matter pursuant to Section 10/2019 ESSENTIALS, 800 S FIR AVE TO ALL INTERESTED 2935 1/2 S. BUDLONG Fictitious Business Name 40 days after any change 17913 of the Business and I declare that all information #6, INGLEWOOD, CA 90301 PERSONS: AVENUE, LOS ANGELS, CA in violation of the rights of in the facts set forth in the Professions code that the in this statement is true and County of LOS ANGELES Petitioner Brittany Rouse and 90007; State of Incorporation: another under Federal, State, statement pursuant to Section registrant knows to be false correct. (A registrant who Mailing Address: PO BOX Elkin Martinez Delgado filed CA or common law (See Section 17913 other than a change is guilty of a misdemeanor declares as true any material 4725, INGLEWOOD, CA a petition with this court for This business is conducted by 14411 et seq., Business and in the residence address of punishable by a fine not to matter pursuant to Section 90309 a decree changing names as a limited liability company Professions Code). a registered owner. A new exceed one thousand dollars 17913 of the Business and Registered owner(s): follows: The registrant(s) started doing Fictitious Business Name ($1,000)). Professions code that the CHANTELLE DIVA WARD THURSDAY,THURSDAY, OCTOBER JANUARY 31, 9, 2019 2014 NEWS LOS ANGELES SENTINEL A-13A-7

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health-insurance bureau- for tax credits. gaining and our policies to forcing bold prescription Deadly {continued from Pg. A-6} cracy. And, African Americans have shown over the years. drug reforms that will stop And how do African are more concentrated in Not even slowed down. Big Pharma price-gouging Americans fair in all this? those southern states that Our goal is universal and put people ahead of ing Americans. I think hospital or worse? While Obama and the ACA somehow see no need to health care — coverage profits. No more should we all know that assaults And, how about the have opened up some new expand Medicaid. for everyone — and we working Americans have on the ACA are an assault shameful fact that in to- roads, too often we contin- So, what’s to be done? have spoken loud and clear to make decisions between on the health and wellbeing day’s America, when a ue down a dangerous path. I am a union man, so I about the skyrocketing putting food on the table of millions of Americans. loved one falls ill or is in Here are some even-less- am going to talk from my cost of prescription drugs; and filling their insulin -pre Scared … just plain need of medical care, too than-fun facts: gut. The state of our health against those who would scription. scared. often it’s the devastating Non-elderly African care here is not some Nor- deny coverage for those of I truly believe, as my So, what does it mean financial burden that is theAmericans are younger, man Rockwell painting nor us with pre-existing condi- union brothers and sisters to be without healthcare in focus, rather than being more likely to be poor, and is it some kid bravely wait- tions; against those who do, that with universal America? It is truly fright- able to concentrate on heal- less likely to have a full- ing for the nurse to give would scuttle provisions health care, working people ening on so many levels. ing. This is not the America time worker in the family him that booster shot dur- like Section 1557 of the can turn to employers for How about facing each I know and love, and it is compared to non-elderly ing the monthly visit by the ACA which combats dis- higher wages, for job secu- day without knowing if certainly not the America I whites. county health department’s crimination based on race, rity and retirement security medical care is even avail- want to know. Non-elderly African mobile clinic. color, national origin, sex, because health care would able for your family? How On a macro level, the Americans face endemic We must do better. age or disability. be off the table. about having to postpone fact that we don’t insure health disparities compared RIGHT NOW. All these reforms are I will end this way. necessary care and forego all of our people adds up to their white counterparts, I’m sorry to say it’s bad under threat. So, we fight How about this? Instead preventive care — such as this way: The U.S. spends such as poorer overall news for so many Ameri- on. of some folksy panacea like childhood immunizations two to three times as much health, and conditions such cans and the ACA made it We have recently signed laughter is the best medi- and routine check-ups? per capita on health care as as obesity, diabetes and better, but things are start- on to a grassroots cam- cine while we turn back the How about no regular doc- most industrialized nations. asthma. ing to backslide. I belong to paign to lower the cost of clock, we go with a healing tor, limited or no access Elsewhere, governments Uninsured African the UAW. We first proposed prescription drugs. “Lower prescription of democracy to prescriptions, and only regulate and negotiate the Americans are more likely comprehensive health cov- Drug Prices Now!” is a and access to affordable, seeking medical attention price of drugs and medical to fall into the coverage erage for all Americans coalition comprised of 53 quality health care for one when it’s bordering on too services; elsewhere there is gap, earning too much for back in the 1940s and we state and national organi- and all. late and winding up in the no need for a vast private Medicaid but not enough haven’t stopped as our bar- zations that are committed

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, 800 S FIR AVE #6, Affidavit of Identity form. is guilty of a misdemeanor FICTITIOUS BUSINESS rejected and returned to the creditors, contingent creditors, INGLEWOOD, CA 90301 The filing of this statement punishable by a fine not to NAME STATEMENT bidder unopened. Each bid and persons who may This business is conducted by does not of itself authorize exceed one thousand dollars File No. 2019262027 Under Education Code must be sealed and marked section 33050, the governing otherwise be interested in the an Individual the use in this state of a ($1,000)). The following person(s) is Bid No. C66567C1198. WILL or estate, or both of The registrant(s) started doing Fictitious Business Name AMERICREDIT FINANCIAL (are) doing business as: board of a school district, after business on N/A. in violation of the rights of SERVICES, INC. 1. HECKARD CLEANING a public hearing on the matter, SHARON G. ABSON. I declare that all information another under Federal, State, S/ DOUGLAS T. JOHNSON, SERVICES, 2. BEYOND may request that the State A PETITION FOR PROBATE Board of Education waive all For a copy of the Proposal/ in this statement is true and or common law (See Section Vice President NONSENCE, 3. Bid specification visit our has been filed by ANTHONY correct. (A registrant who 14411 et seq., Business and This statement was filed HECKARD+SIX, 12027 or part of various Education D. JONES in the Superior Code provisions. Solicitation Page on our declares as true any material Professions Code). with the County Clerk of SOUTH MAIN STREET, LOS Vendor Portal at https:// Court of California, County of matter pursuant to Section Original Los Angeles County on ANGELES, CA 90061 County business.metro.net or for LOS ANGELES. 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7/19 17913 of the Business and 09/26/2019. of LOS ANGELES further information email THE PETITION FOR Professions code that the CNS-3305082# NOTICE-In accordance with Mailing Address: P.O. The District is considering Josefina Mellen at mellenj@ registrant knows to be false LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Subdivision (a) of Section BOX470322, LOS ANGELES, requesting that the State metro.net. PROBATE requests that is guilty of a misdemeanor 17920, a Fictitious Name CA 90047 Board of Education waive 10/31/19 ANTHONY D. JONES be punishable by a fine not to FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Statement generally expires Registered owner(s): portions of Education Code CNS-3308281# appointed as personal exceed one thousand dollars NAME STATEMENT at the end of five years from DONALD HECKARD , 12027 sections 5019, 5020, 5021, LOS ANGELES SENTINEL representative to administer File No. 2019270282 and 5030. The request would ($1,000)). the date on which it was filed S MAIN STREET, LOS the estate of the decedent. S/CHANTELLE DIVA WARD, The following person(s) is in the office of the County ANGELES, CA 90061 be made in connection with CONSULTANT PROPOSALS (are) doing business as: the District’s conversion from REQUESTED THE PETITION requests OWNER Clerk, except, as provided This business is conducted by authority to administer the This statement was filed Shemassage LA, 1613 West in Subdivision (b) of Section an Individual an at-large election system RFP NO. 19-06: Construction with the County Clerk of 70th Street, Los Angeles, 17920, where it expires The registrant(s) started doing to a board-district (trustee- Management Services for estate under the Independent Los Angeles County on CA 90047, County of LA; 40 days after any change business on N/A. area) election system. The Turnbull Canyon Road Grade Administration of Estates Act 10/09/2019. Mailing Address: 47801 P.O. in the facts set forth in the I declare that all information District is considering seeking Separation Project . (This authority will allow NOTICE-In accordance with Box, Los Angeles, CA 90047 statement pursuant to Section in this statement is true and a waiver of any requirement the personal representative Registered owner(s): that an election be held in Subdivision (a) of Section 17913 other than a change correct. (A registrant who The San Gabriel Council of to take many actions without 17920, a Fictitious Name Sheila R. Paige, 1613 West in the residence address of declares as true any material connection with the transition Governments (SGVCOG) 70th Street, Los Angeles, CA to board-districts (trustee is seeking qualified firms obtaining court approval. Statement generally expires a registered owner. A new matter pursuant to Section Before taking certain very at the end of five years from 90047 Fictitious Business Name 17913 of the Business and areas), as well as certain other to provide Construction the date on which it was filed This business is conducted Statement must be filed Professions code that the Education Code sections Management Services for the important actions, however, in the office of the County by: an individual before the expiration. Effective registrant knows to be false related to the election. Turnbull Canyon Road Grade the personal representative Clerk, except, as provided The registrant commenced January 1, 2014, the Fictitious is guilty of a misdemeanor Separation Project. will be required to give notice in Subdivision (b) of Section to transact business under Business Name Statement punishable by a fine not to to interested persons unless the fictitious business name 17920, where it expires must be accompanied by the exceed one thousand dollars The precise language being they have waived notice or 40 days after any change or names listed above on Affidavit of Identity form. ($1,000)). waived is being posted Consultants are advised that 10/2019 online and at the District’s SGVCOG has established consented to the proposed in the facts set forth in the The filing of this statement S/DONALD HECKARD, action.) The independent statement pursuant to Section I declare that all information does not of itself authorize Owner Administrative Offices, and a SBE goal of 16% for this 17913 other than a change in this statement is true and the use in this state of a This statement was filed will be made available at the project. administration authority will be in the residence address of correct. (A registrant who Fictitious Business Name with the County Clerk of public hearing. granted unless an interested a registered owner. A new declares as true any material in violation of the rights of Los Angeles County on person files an objection to Fictitious Business Name matter pursuant to Section another under Federal, State, 09/30/2019. Request for Proposals (RFP) the petition and shows good 17913 of the Business and Statement must be filed or common law (See Section NOTICE-In accordance with The Board is currently elected No. 19-06 will be available on cause why the court should Professions code that the using an at-large election before the expiration. Effective 14411 et seq., Business and Subdivision (a) of Section our website www.sgvcog.org not grant the authority. registrant knows to be false system, in which all Board on or about October 29, 2019. January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Professions Code). 17920, a Fictitious Name A HEARING on the petition Business Name Statement is guilty of a misdemeanor Original Filing Statement generally expires members are elected by Please register your firm with must be accompanied by the punishable by a fine not to 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7/19 at the end of five years from voters of the entire District. Planet Bids as Questions & will be held in this court as Affidavit of Identity form. exceed one thousand dollars CNS-3305020# the date on which it was filed This public hearing is part Answers (Q&A) as well as follows: 11/06/19 at 8:30AM The filing of this statement ($1,000)). LOS ANGELES SENTINEL in the office of the County of the procedure by which any other supplemental in Dept. #5 located at 111 does not of itself authorize S/ Sheila R. Paige, Owner Clerk, except, as provided the system is being converted information, including the N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, This statement was filed the use in this state of a FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in Subdivision (b) of Section to a trustee-area election RFP, an addenda and/or CA 90012 with the County Clerk of Los NAME STATEMENT system. In a trustee-area Fictitious Business Name 17920, where it expires updates will be posted, which IF YOU OBJECT to the Angeles on October 9, 2019 File No. 2019262569 election system, the District will email notifications of in violation of the rights of 40 days after any change granting of the petition, you another under Federal, State, NOTICE-In accordance with The following person(s) is in the facts set forth in the will be divided into seven updates to all firms registered or common law (See Section Subdivision (a) of Section (are) doing business as: statement pursuant to Section trustee areas and, for each for this procurement. should appear at the hearing 14411 et seq., Business and 17920, a Fictitious Name MID CITY FARMS LOS 17913 other than a change trustee area, a board member and state your objections or Professions Code). Statement generally expires ANGELES, 1519 HAUSER in the residence address of will be elected by only the file written objections with the Original Filing at the end of five years from BLVD, LOS ANGELES, a registered owner. A new registered voters residing in Key dates for this solicitation court before the hearing. Your the date on which it was filed CA 90019 County of LOS 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14/19 Fictitious Business Name that particular trustee area. are: appearance may be in person CNS-3307422# in the office of the County ANGELES Statement must be filed To be eligible for election, LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Clerk, except, as provided Registered owner(s): candidates would need to or by your attorney. before the expiration. Effective IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR in Subdivision (b) of Section EDRIK COOK , 1519 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious reside in the trustee area in - Pre-proposal Conference FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 17920, where it expires HAUSER BLVD, LOS Business Name Statement which they are running for (Mandatory for Prime or a contingent creditor of NAME STATEMENT 40 days after any change ANGELES, CA 90019 must be accompanied by the election. Proposers) will be held on the decedent, you must file File No. 2019 269540 in the facts set forth in the This business is conducted by Affidavit of Identity form. November 07, 2019 at 01:30 your claim with the court and The following person(s) is statement pursuant to Section an Individual The filing of this statement p.m. at the San Gabriel Valley mail a copy to the personal (are) doing business as: 17913 other than a change The registrant(s) started doing does not of itself authorize Members of the public are Corporate Center located representative appointed by Mike’s Pizzeria, 5035 W. in the residence address of business on N/A. encouraged to participate and the use in this state of a at 4910 Rivergrade Road, the court within the later of Slauson Avenue, Suite D, a registered owner. A new I declare that all information provide public input at the Building 3, Training Room No. Fictitious Business Name either (1) four months from Los Angeles, CA 90056, Fictitious Business Name in this statement is true and in violation of the rights of November 2, 2019 hearing. 3. Enter the facility through County of LA; Mailing Statement must be filed correct. (A registrant who another under Federal, State, 10/31/19 Gate No. 3. A map to the the date of first issuance of Address: 1177 W. Queenside before the expiration. Effective declares as true any material CNS-3309785# letters to a general personal or common law (See Section LOS ANGELES SENTINEL location will be posted on Dr., Covina, CA 91722 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious matter pursuant to Section 14411 et seq., Business and Planet Bids. You may call the representative, as defined in Registered owner(s): Business Name Statement 17913 of the Business and SGVCOG at 626-962-9292 Professions Code). LOS ANGELES COUNTY section 58(b) of the California Mike’s Pizzeria LLC,1177 W. must be accompanied by the Professions code that the Original Filing for directions. Queenside Dr., Covina, CA Affidavit of Identity form. registrant knows to be false METROPOLITAN Probate Code, or (2) 60 days 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31/19 - Deadline for submission from the date of mailing or 91722 The filing of this statement is guilty of a misdemeanor CNS-3302753# TRANSPORTATION of written questions to the This business is conducted does not of itself authorize punishable by a fine not to LOS ANGELES SENTINEL AUTHORITY (LACMTA) SGVCOG is personal delivery to you of a INVITATION FOR BID November 15, by: an individual the use in this state of a exceed one thousand dollars 2019 at 5:00 pm. notice under section 9052 of The registrant commenced to Fictitious Business Name ($1,000)). - Proposal Submittal date the California Probate Code. transact business under the in violation of the rights of S/EDRIK COOK, OWNER is Other California statutes and LACMTA will receive bids December 16, 2019 at fictitious business name or another under Federal, State, This statement was filed GOVERNMENT 11:00am. legal authority may affect names listed above on N/A or common law (See Section with the County Clerk of for C66567C1198 - Design- - Interviews will be conducted I declare that all information 14411 et seq., Business and Los Angeles County on Build Replacement of two your rights as a creditor. You in mid-January 2020. may want to consult with an in this statement is true and Professions Code). 10/01/2019. bus hoists at Division 5 10/31, 11/7/19 correct. (A registrant who Original NOTICE-In accordance with Maintenance Building at the CNS-3306576# attorney knowledgeable in declares as true any material 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7/19 Subdivision (a) of Section Compton Unified School 9th Floor Receptionist Desk, LOS ANGELES SENTINEL California law. matter pursuant to Section CNS-3305024# 17920, a Fictitious Name District Vendor/Contract Management YOU MAY EXAMINE the file LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 17913 of the Business and Statement generally expires Department, One Gateway Notice is given that proposals kept by the court. If you are Notice of Public Hearing Plaza, Los Angeles, CA Professions code that the at the end of five years from for Transfer or Sale of Sativa a person interested in the registrant knows to be false FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the date on which it was filed Regarding Possible Request 90012. Water System ( BRC0000114 is guilty of a misdemeanor NAME STATEMENT in the office of the County For State Board Of Education ) will be received by the estate, you may file with the punishable by a fine not to File No. 2019258820 Clerk, except, as provided Waiver Of Education Code County of Los Angeles Public court a Request for Special exceed one thousand dollars The following person(s) is in Subdivision (b) of Section Provisions In Connection A Pre-Bid conference will Works, Cashier Office, 900 Notice (form DE-154) of the ($1,000)). (are) doing business as: 17920, where it expires With Transition To Board be held on Wednesday, S. Fremont Ave., Alhambra, filing of an inventory and MODE BY GM FINANCIAL, S/ Jazmin Kisswani, Owner 40 days after any change Districts (Trustee Areas) November 6, 2019, 10:00 a.m., CA 91803 until 10 am, on appraisal of estate assets Mike’s Pizzeria LLC 17785 CENTER COURT in the facts set forth in the at One Gateway Plaza, Los October 28, 2019. An RFP DR, STE 200, CERRITOS, or of any petition or account This statement was filed statement pursuant to Section Angeles, CA 90012, Wilshire: may be obtained by accessing as provided in Probate Code with the County Clerk of Los CA 90703 County of LOS 17913 other than a change October 28, 2019 Room 09-36. This project is the link at http://dpw.lacounty. Angeles on October 9, 2019 ANGELES in the residence address of a Small Business Enterprise gov/general/contracts/ section 1250. A Request NOTICE-In accordance with Mailing Address: ATTN: a registered owner. A new (SBE) Set-Aside contract. To opportunities/ or will be for Special Notice form is Subdivision (a) of Section ALICIA A RICHESON, CP 801 Fictitious Business Name Please take notice that, on participate in this IFB, bidders emailed to you upon request available from the court clerk. 17920, a Fictitious Name CHERRY ST STE 3600, Fort Statement must be filed November 2, 2019, the Board must be SBE certified with by calling (626) 300-2325 In Pro Per Petitioner Statement generally expires Worth, TX 76102 before the expiration. Effective of Trustees of the Compton LACMTA prior to proposal orTDDat(626) 282-7829. Registered owner(s): ANTHONY D. JONES at the end of five years from January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Unified School District will hold due date. For information on 10/31/19 1407 W. 84TH STREET AMERICREDIT FINANCIAL a public hearing, commencing CNS-3306456# the date on which it was filed Business Name Statement the Set-Aside program, visit: LOS ANGELES CA 90047 in the office of the County SERVICES, INC., 801 must be accompanied by the at approximately 10:30 https://business.metro.net/ LOS ANGELES SENTINEL CHERRY ST STE 3600, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31/19 Clerk, except, as provided Affidavit of Identity form. a.m., to receive public input VendorPortal/faces/home1/ CNS-3304789# in Subdivision (b) of Section FORT WORTH, TX 76102; The filing of this statement regarding a possible request certifications LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 17920, where it expires State of Incorporation: DE does not of itself authorize that the State Board of 40 days after any change This business is conducted by the use in this state of a Education waive portions PROBATE in the facts set forth in the a Corporation Fictitious Business Name of Education Code sections All Bids must be submitted on statement pursuant to Section The registrant(s) started doing in violation of the rights of 5019, 5020, 5021, and 5030. forms furnished by LACMTA, 17913 other than a change business on N/A. another under Federal, State, and must be filed at the I declare that all information in the residence address of or common law (See Section reception desk, 9th floor, V/ NOTICE OF PETITION a registered owner. A new in this statement is true and 14411 et seq., Business and The public hearing will be CM Department, on or before Fictitious Business Name correct. (A registrant who Professions Code). held in the Board Room of 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time on TO ADMINISTER Statement must be filed declares as true any material Original Filing the District’s Administrative Friday, November 22, 2019, ESTATE OF: before the expiration. Effective matter pursuant to Section 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31/19 Offices, located at 501 S. at which time bids will be SHARON G. ABSON January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 17913 of the Business and CNS-3302783# Santa Fe Avenue, Compton, opened and publicly read. CASE NO. Business Name Statement Professions code that the LOS ANGELES SENTINEL California 90221. Bids received later than the registrant knows to be false 19STPB08595 must be accompanied by the above date and time will be To all heirs, beneficiaries, B-1 www.lasentinel.net THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019

By Cora JaCkson FosseTT Religion Editor

More than 500 wom- en filled the ballroom at the Hyatt Regency Long Beach to hear Dr. Betty R. Price at the 41st Annual Wisdom From Above Lun- cheon. The huge gathering, which included music, Bible teaching and lunch, attracted guests from the Los Angeles area as well as Newport Beach, Moreno Valley, Riverside and San RICHARD VENTURA/CCC RICHARD VENTURA/CCC Diego. Dr. Betty Price and CCC First Lady Angel Price. Dr. Price’s daughters pose with longtime friends at the Wisdom luncheon. In addition, several people traveled from Geor- gia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Tennessee and Northern California. As Price extended her appreciation to everyone for attending the event, she took a moment to ac- knowledge two members of Macedonia Baptist Church - Olivette Hester and Arvinola Neal -who she has maintained close friendship with for more than 70 years. Danielle Keys, first lady of Life of Victory

Worship Center, ministered RICHARD VENTURA/CCC RICHARD VENTURA/CCC in song, and several mem- Dr. Price, center, greets with friends who attened from Louisiana and the greater L.A.area. First Lady Danielle Keys ministers through song. bers of Crenshaw Chris- tian Center participated in is there to fulfill our - de several scriptures to help Regarding parent, child and noted in Ephesians 6:10-18, tian Center for 41 years,” the program. Then, Price sires. His Word is relevant women in their walk with marriage relationships, she in their daily life. “Believe said Stephanie Price Bu- came to the podium to de- and I always felt He was the Lord. pointed to Ephesians 6:1 God, no matter what you chanan, event chair. liver an insightful message with me. He’s given me a Reading from Ephe- and 5:22-32, respectively. may see. That’s how I’ve “It is something we all entitled, “Living Your Ful- good life and brought me sians 3:16-19, Price ad- Price concluded by en- made it all of these years!” look forward to and it’s our filled Life.” from poverty to wealth, vised, “Strengthen your in- couraging the audience to “Wisdom From Above annual time to fellowship Referencing Psalms from sickness to health!” ner man or woman by being have faith and “put on the has been the ultimate ladies around the Word with our 145:19, she declared, “God She went on to cite filled with the Holy Spirit.” whole armor of God” as event at Crenshaw Chris- sisters in Christ.”

By Cora JaCkson-FosseTT Allen Williams, presiding Rev. Dr. Francine Brookins the Rev. Dr. Mary Minor Religion Editor elder of the L.A. North Dis- to Bethel-Fontana, the to Brookins-Kirkland - trict, was also reappointed. Rev. Nicolette Birdsong- L.A., the Rev. Dr. J. Arthur Bishop Clement W. The assignment of new Wilson to St. James – L.A., Rumph to Grant -L.A., the Fugh, presiding prelate leaders included the Rev. the Rev. Larry Campbell Rev. William Sheppard to of the Fifth Episcopal Carolyn Baskin-Bell to to First – Pasadena, the Brown Memorial – Pasa- District of the AME First AME – Santa Moni- Rev. John Cager to Ward, dena, the Rev. Kirkpatrick Church, announced the ca, the Rev. Michael Carr the Rev. Dr. Kelvin Cal- Tyler to St. Mark – L.A., pastoral appointments to Holy Trinity - L.A., the loway to Bethel – L.A., and the Rev. Darryl Walker for 2019-2020 at the Rev. Reuben Ford to Parks the Rev. Michael Eagle to to New Philadelphia - Long close of the 95th Ses- Chapel – San Fernando, the Grant - Long Beach, the Beach. sion of the Southern Rev. Rethis Murray to Al- Rev. Benjamin Hollins to The conference was California Annual Con- len Chapel – San Bernardi- Price Chapel – L.A., the followed by the Fifth Epis- ference on Oct. 27. no, the Rev. Dr. Godfrey Rev. Dwaine Jackson to copal District Planning The Rev. Roosevelt Patterson to Second - L.A., Bryant Temple – L.A., the Meeting, which included Lindsey, presiding elder and the Rev. Dr. Ralph Wil- Rev. Tracey C. Johnson to clergy and laity from 14 of the L.A. South-Las liamson to Christ Our Re- Murph Chapel – Valinda, states west of the Missis- CLAYTON EVERETT/FAME CHURCH Vegas District, was re- deemer – Irvine. the Rev. Joyce Kitchens to sippi River and Hawaii. The AME SCC Ordination participants included, from left, Rev. appointed and also as- Local reappointments Emmanuel-Turner – L.A., The meeting was held Harvey Vaughn, retired Bishop T. Larry Kirkland, Bishop Clem- signed to supply Beth- included the Rev. J. Edgar the Rev. Marvin McKenzie Oct. 28-29 at the L.A. Air- ent W. Fugh and Presiding Elder Cedric Alexander. el-Blythe. The Rev. Dr. Boyd to First – L.A., the to Walker Temple – L.A., port Hilton Hotel.

By Cora JaCkson-FosseTT enrolled in Texas Southern She retired in 1989 after 16 By Gayle Pollard-Terry and Houston. Religion Editor University. Marjorie relo- years of service. She was Contributing Writer In Houston, she earned cated to L.A. in 1963 and also active in several com- a Masters Degree in read- Marjorie C. Laws, a furthered her education at munity organizations and Mildred Boutin Pro- ing education at Texas dedicated member of Trini- Los Angeles was recognized by L.A. throw, 102, died August Southern University. She ty Baptist Church and long- City Col- Unified School District for 7, in Maho, Sint Maarten taught in the North Forest time Sentinel contributing lege and her volunteer work. Netherlands Antilles, dur- Independent School Dis- writer, passed away on Oct. California Uniting with Trinity ing an annual family va- trict outside of Houston, 19. She was 86-years-old. State Uni- in 1966, Marjorie served cation. She had been liv- until she retired in 1983. Marjorie was recog- versity- under three pastors in a ing in Los Angeles with Active in the community, COURTESY PHOTO nized throughout the L.A. Los range of capacities includ- Mildred Boutin Prothrow her daughter, Dr. Deborah she was a member of Alpha area for contributing her ing trustee, announcement Prothrow-Stith, dean of the Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. mondson; Anthony Wesley time and talents for the bet- clerk, office manager each Medical School at Charles and Jack and Jill of Amer- Franklin and Percy Roder- terment of her church and Sunday, wedding director, R. Drew University, and ica, Inc. ick Michael Stith and his community. newsletter editor and pub- son-in-law, Ambassador A woman of great children Gabriella Ervin Her viewing will be licity chairperson. In ad- (ret.) Charles R. Stith. She faith, she was a member of Stith, Gracyn Ervin Stith, held on Tuesday, Nov. 5, dition, she was appointed also shared their homes in Warren United Methodist Kamal Kai Stith and Ruby from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., at An- to lead various special Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania Church in Atlanta, Trinity Deborah Stith. gelus Funeral Home, 3875 projects and programs at and Boston. United Methodist Church A private memorial ser- Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Trinity. Born on April 7, 1917 in Houston, Union United vice is being planned. In Angeles. A celebration of “My daily prayer is in Pointe á la Hache, Loui- Methodist Church in Bos- lieu of flowers, the familyher life will take place on ‘thank you God for giv- siana, she grew up in Jack- ton and Holman United requests that contributions Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 11 ing me one more day to son, Mississippi. She grad- Methodist Church in Los be made to the Mildred a.m., at Trinity Baptist sing your praises and to uated from Wiley College Angeles. Boutin Prothrow Scholar- Church, 2040 W. Jefferson give you thanks,’” wrote (BS ’41) in Marshall, Tex- She is also survived by ship Fund at Wiley Col- Blvd., in Los Angeles. Marjorie in her bio where as, where she met Percy W. a granddaughter, Mary Mil- lege. You must indicate A native of Texas, she added that her favorite Prothrow Jr., her husband dred (Mimi) Boutin Stith; The Mildred Prothrow Marjorie was born on De- Angeles. scripture was Psalms 150. of 33 years until he passed three grandsons, James Fund in the Restriction Do- cember 22, 1932 in White- Professionally, Marjo- Cherishing her memory in 1976. He was an Atlanta Robert (Trey) Edmond- nation box. wright, which is a suburb rie worked for J. W. Rob- are her husband, Richard; Life Insurance Company son, III; his wife, Quay of Dallas. Following her inson as the budget direc- son, Matthew; five grand- executive and they lived Whitlock Edmondson, and To donate, visit wileyc. graduation from Phyllis tor in the Advertising and children and one great in Marshall, Texas; Atlanta daughter, Perci Ayele Ed- edu/online-donation/#start. Wheatly High School, she Sales Promotion Division. grandchild. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019 RELIGION LASENTINEL.NET B-2

By BarBara BryanT contribution to God’s king- activity. Plead the blood of by Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion Editor Contributing Writer dom, so he wants to de- Jesus. You have the author- stroy you. He wants to take ity. And he knows it. De- You have an enemy. you down. Right now, he clare these words: Although unseen by the is waiting and planning for “The Blood of Jesus Abundant Grace Bible Church natural eye, this adver- the moment to strike. Against You!” honors their pastor, Bishop Michael V. Jenkins, with a birthday luncheon on Nov. 2, at 11 a.m., at Greater New sary is not imaginary nor The devil is our real “Satan! Lose Your Light Missionary Baptist Church, 1154 E. 92nd St., in Los a mythological character. enemy, not your spouse, Hold!” Angeles. Dr. Patrick D. Ross is the host pastor. The donation Satan, the devil, is a real not your pastor, not your “Devil! The Lord Re- is $30. For tickets, call or text (310) 896-5741. person... a spirit being, employer, parent, friend, or buke You!” with intelligence and tan- sibling. It is the devil. His “Satan! I Bind You, in Southern Christian Leadership Conference gible characteristics. method of operation is al- the Name of Jesus!” of Southern California He is the personifica- COURTESY PHOTO ways “undercover.” “The Blood, the Blood, and the Black Jewish Alliance presents the Heschel/King tion of all that is evil and is Barbara Bryant That means he comes the Blood!” Forum – Confronting White Supremacy on Nov. 3, from 3 the author of every wicked in under the radar, totally It is the Blood that p.m. to 6 p.m., at Holman United Methodist Church, 3320 W. Adams Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Pastor William Smart, work. His nonstop goal is oppression. undetected manipulating Satan fears. Not your po- SCLC president. The Rev. James Lawson and Rabbi Sharon to “steal, kill, and destroy” Satan has targeted you circumstances, disguising sition, power, money or Brous will be the keynote speakers. Sessions include “Jews of (John 10:10). as a victim. He knows your his activities behind the prestige. Revelation 12:11 Color,” “Criminal Justice,” “Violence & Gun Control,” “Youth Around-the-clock, the name and address, your shroud of people or things. says, “And they over- Activism” and more. Admission is free, but registration is enemy is on the prowl, strengths and weaknesses. His goal is to always divert came him [Satan] by the required by required by calling (213) 268-3082. seeking to cause disorder Why? You are a threat to attention and blame others blood of the Lamb ...” So More Sure Word Midwest College of Theology and destruction to your life. him. He knows that you for his actions. this month, put the blame hosts an open house of the L.A. satellite school on Nov. With military-like strategy have the ability to influ- When Satan makes where it belongs. Rebuke 16, at 2 p.m., at 2829 W. Vernon Ave., in Los Angeles, and ruthless hostility, the ence a multitude of people. his move and tries to take him just as Jesus did. said Dr. King D. Felton, campus president. The accredited devil aggressively searches He sees the impact of your you down, you make your college will offer Associate, Bachelor, Master’s and Doctoral for weakness in your faith, gift and ministry on others. move and take him out. To learn more about degrees. To enroll or for information, call (323) 291-2159 or hoping to devour you with He recognizes your Use your spiritual authority Barbara Bryant, visit www. visit moresurewordcot.org. deception, temptation, or anointing and your great to cast down his demonic barbarabryant.com. Founder’s Church of Religious Science and Dr. Arthur Chang, senior minister, appear on KCET’s “Lost L.A.” series on Nov. 5, at 8:30 p.m. The program will highlight the work of pioneering African American architect, Paul R. Williams, who designed Founder’s edifice, Second senTinel news serviCe showers and music. Roach is recruiting volun- may become our own to- Baptist Church and the LAX Theme building. Chang will Hardwick said that by teers as well as financial morrow.” share insight into the original blueprints by Williams, which Pastor J. Benjamin hosting this event, “We contributions. Donations of Each of us can make are still in the archives of Founder’s Church. Hardwick and the members show our willingness to ac- gently-used clean clothing, a difference by taking the of Praises of Zion Mission- cept our moral responsibil- shoes, and other items will time to care, stressed Hard- Salvation Army Compton Corps ary Baptist Church will ity to help others who have be accepted at the church. wick. “Care enough to give presents musician and composer Charles Barnes in concert celebrate his 88th birthday a need because it is the Making a passion- a gift of your time - time at 736 E. Compton Blvd., in Compton. He just released a new by hosting “Friends Help- right thing to do. Not one of ate plea, Hardwick noted, that can save a life, change, CD, “You’re So Good Thank You Lord.” He will perform on Nov. 25 at 5 p.m. On Dec. 29, at 10 a.m., he will appear at First ing Friends,” a community us can escape the fact that “Because we have deter- and revitalize hope in hu- United Methodist Church of Compton, 1025 S. Long Beach outreach and resource fair. each of us has the ability mined to lend a hand to one manity. Do not miss your Blvd., in Compton. For information, email barnes8711@ The event will be held to share whatever we have, another in the daily toil of opportunity to help other yahoo.com. on Friday, Nov. 23, in the which could transform the life; when we meet a weak- people, in and outside your church parking lots at 8222 lives of those in need with er brother, let us help him community, to increase the Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church S. San Pedro St., in Los compassionate, and not in the strife. There is none quality of their lives.” plans Thanksgiving Service on Nov. 28, at 9 a.m., at 3719 Angeles. The agenda will judgmental, assistance.” so rich but may, in his turn, For information or to W. Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Mary S. Minor. include free food, games, In preparation for the be forced to borrow, and volunteer or donate, call Testimonies and praise reports will be shared. The public is invited to attend. To learn more, call (323) 296-5610. clothing, shoes, haircuts, fair, chairperson Cheryl the poor man’s lot today (323) 750-1033.

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 FfrnqY Lifestyle HjfqyH THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019 www.lasentinel.net C-1

crats in the House, recently that seniors are pretty hap- By ElainE Batchlor MD,MPh and transparency available decided to co-sponsor the py with their coverage. to all. House Medicare for All What if everyone got this What are the two big- Health care costs are bill. This is big news. kind of care? First of all, gest problems in health care rapidly eroding the eco- Gov. Newsom is seri- Americans would be health- for most Americans? nomic security of all ous about California lead- ier if they could access af- For those of us who’ve Americans. A large, single ing the way toward a single fordable care easily, instead had to deal with more than payer acting on behalf of payer system and universal of waiting until a condition a routine cold, the answer hundreds of millions of health care coverage. But a becomes an emergency. is clear: affordability and Americans could drive state can’t implement a sin- It means our families complexity. those costs down. It would gle payer system without would never again be Although 90% of Amer- have tremendous negotiat- changes at the federal lev- blindsided – and bank- icans are now insured, that ing power with drug com- el—federal laws limit what rupted – by complex insurance is less likely do panies, hospitals, and other states can and can’t do. health care bills that they what we think insurance is providers. The good news: Medicare is a federal thought, incorrectly, were supposed to do for us. Momentum is building to program. So California covered by their insurance. That’s because our make this simpler and more needs the federal govern- It means no one would be health system is not trans- affordable system a reality ment as a partner to move denied the care they need parent about costs, which for everyone. toward single payer. If just because they have a continue to rise. And it’s As the issue of how we California got that partner, pre-existing condition. certainly not simple to use. create better health care ac- COURTESY PHOTO what would it mean for our Fortunately, there are Determining whether a doc- cess for everyone gains vis- Elaine Batchlor MD, MPH families here in South LA reasons for hope and the tor is in or out of network, ibility, I want to make sure and across America? possibility of change. getting authorizations and you know the facts. ance for their workers, em- age, approximately 20% of First and foremost, Medic- But we can’t be com- referrals—these are timely Some special-interest ployees pay for that con- a family’s income is spent aid would go away under a placent. It’s critical that and complex tasks. They groups are trying to scare tribution through reduced on health care. Even if tax- single payer system. This we speak out and show provoke anxiety because people about losing em- wages. es go up to finance a single- is important for communi- up, now and on Election so much is at stake, both in ployer-based insurance un- The fact is, health payer system, it is likely ties of color whose biggest Day. A better health care - der a single payer system. care costs are rising more that total costs for families quality of care and in finan challenge is access to care. system is in the balance. cial affordability. But what they don’t talk quickly than wages, which and individuals would go That’s because Medicaid, Are you ready to bring It doesn’t have to be this about is that employer cov- hurts the people who can down. the public program that about a grand transforma- way. erage is not the good deal it least afford it. According Health care was the covers low-income Ameri- tion? I am. Our health, Imagine a different sys- used to be. American work- to a recent Kaiser Family top issue behind the “Blue cans, reimburses doc- and the health of our tem, a system that allows ers are paying more and Foundation study, family Wave” that helped carry tors poorly, especially in country, depends on it. you both to choose your more for coverage through premiums for health care Congressional Democrats California. This translates Dr. Elaine Batchlor is doctor and to see the costs their employers, and re- have doubled since 2009, to victory in the 2018 mid- into fewer doctors will- the chief executive of- up front. One that pays pre- ceiving less as companies and deductibles have ris- term elections. Two out of ing to serve disadvantaged ficer of Martin- Lu dictable, affordable prices en 150%—while average three of the leading Demo- reduce benefits to control communities like ours. ther King, Jr. Commu- for health care services costs. Deductibles and co- wages are only up 25%. It’s cratic candidates for presi- Medicare, by contrast, pays nity Hospital in Watts. and prescription medicine. pays are up. Premiums and hard to make up that loss. dent are pro-single-payer. providers more. It attracts Share your feedback, We have such a system for other fees for employer- It’s even harder to imagine Hakeem Jeffries, the mod- more doctors and higher questions, comments and some of our citizens today: based coverage are at an it continuing. erate Black Congressman quality care. Little wonder stories with Dr. Batch- It’s called Medicare. Now all-time high. And when When you add up all of from New York who’s one that study after study shows lor at [email protected]. imagine the same choices employers sponsor insur- the hidden costs, on aver- of the top ranking Demo- L.A. branches out to co-living with the Treehouse

dents and future residents. was enchanted by the itin- organically and support the The Treehouse puts the Home is your sanctu- erary they had Saturday; purpose of co-living. The “unity” in community. The ary, it’s where you retreat multiple meditation ses- residents there also look guest speakers were read- to meditate on yester- sions, guest speakers, and forward to family oriented ily available and loved to day’s victory and pray for many activities showcasing activities such as Sunday talk after there focused ses- strength in tomorrow’s different levels of whole- dinners and movie nights. sions. I spoke with one of unknown battle. Where some living. Let’s talk pricing vs. them in depth; Rabbi Lori we have less control is the The wellness the Tree- value; the pricing at the Shapiro of Open temple. A external environment and house has is truly captivat- treehouse is no different kind woman with a sweet the energy that brings into ing. Plants and green leaves from any other Los Ange- and authentic demeanor. our habitat (i.e. neighbors). from the center tree greet les real estate. what you get I asked her to tell me why There has been a surge for you on the first level, rawin return in value of living she thinks the Treehouse more positive community wood exposure and clear here is priceless. Finding will stand firm and be- suc interaction; the co-living windows guide you through shelter is a fundamental cessful. Rabbi Shapiro be- lifestyle at the Treehouse the stairways, the architec- need, you can seek shelter lieves the culture of mil- shares the belief in the ture was vastly open for all over the city but how lennials will be the key to power of connection. I ex- such a compact city home. many of us found physical success. Lori mentioned perienced a certain level You feel the exhaled relief social connection readily she studied Millennials and of awareness that pierced when entering the building. available at our doorstep? part of this generation’s Founders Prophet Walker COURTESY PHOTO through the smog of only The housing feng shui con- Due to the roots nurtured core value is closing the thinking about myself. The tinues with a sense of in- by the founders of the Tree- socially constructed gaps By BEtti halsEll it’s surroundings embodied mindset behind the creation novation through six floors house, the energy that sur- that have been dividing Contributing Writer by the Treehouse. It’s taken of multi-family housing is of communal accents such rounds this place is peace- us as a people for so long. root on Carlton way, Los to prove that it does take as a library, café, art studio, ful and tranquil. Those One thing we do need is a This October was the Angeles. Founders Proph- a village. The Tree house dining hall, music studio, living here and looking to change, in all aspects of the launch of a new trend called et Walker, Joe Green, and establishment created a computer bar, and a lounge. live here are in agreement word, and it may just start co-living reaching L.A. ; a Brent Gaisford safe place for seeds of a With many shared spaces, that establishing key values in bridging our home to the new take on construction set the tone of unity in smaller populace to benefitrelationships with those as a whole is the way to community around it. of the L.A. city home and a house warming for resi- and grow from each other. I living around you happen grow as a person. Flight Path Museum at LAX Celebrates Global Aviation sEntinEl nEws sErvicE selection of international Path Museum board presi- Ethel Pattison, Larry Plot- appetizers. dent. “We also owe a ma- kin, Specialty Restaurants, More than 375 friends Guests gathered in jor debt of gratitude to the Turner and UPS. and supporters of Flight a special pavilion on the many generous individu- Scholarship recipients Path Museum at LAX LAX tarmac with sunset als, businesses and organi- included Gerard Carlos, turned out on Oct. 3 for views of the tower, Theme zations who supported us Alejandro Carrillo, Bryce “A Global Affaire,” a cel- building and aircraft land- with tables, silent auction Harrison and Tanner Her- ebration the glamour and ing and taking off, while and raffle items. man, winners of Clay Lacy excitement of flight aroundhearing from Flint, who Global Traveler maga- Scholarships; Tristan Sher- the world. gave an update on the $14 zine was presenting spon- man, recipient of the Mor- Deborah Flint, CEO billion LAX modernization sor. First-class sponsors rey Plotkin Scholarship; of Los Angeles World program. The evening included American Air- Marcos Olivarez, Howard Airports, was the keynote included the presentation lines, Delta Airlines, The Drollinger Scholarship speaker for the museum’s of the museum’s Guiding Drollinger Family Chari- winner; Robert Peltekov, 24th annual fundraiser, Light Award to Beverly and table Foundation, HNTB recipient of the Anton which included the award- Vincent Migliazzo, long- Corp., Landrum & Brown, Acherman Scholarship; ing of more than $17,000 time Flight Path benefac- JOSHUA BARASH Los Angeles World Air- and Alejandro Robles, Deborah Flint, LAWA CEO, and Agnes Huff, Flight in competitive scholarships tors. The Honorable Mike Path Museum board president. ports and The Private Suite Noah Birnbaum, Evan to promising aviation and Bonin, Los Angeles City at LAX. Premier class Saracay and Simon Choo, aerospace students. Council member, also pre- programs to encourage ter careers in all areas of sponsors were Agnes Huff winners of Charles “Pete” Upon red carpet arriv- sented a special commen- youth to pursue careers in the industry. Communications Group, Conrad Jr. Scholarships. al, guests enjoyed a cham- dation to the couple. the industry. Through in- “We are most grateful ARSAC, Robert and Chris Brett Snyder, the popu- pagne welcome, LAX be- All proceeds from the creased Flight Path STEM to everyone, including our Acherman, Heidi Brown, lar “Cranky Flier” blogger, hind-the-scenes bus tours, gala benefit the museum’s focused outreach pro- major supporters, who col- Kevin Burciaga, Flying served as emcee, and Rob- exciting silent auction and mission of preserving avia- grams, the museum serves lectively helped make our Tigers Club, Sarah Gaspar, ert Acherman, Carly Allen raffle items, flight simula- tion and aerospace heritage as a pipeline for future gala a great success,” said JetStream Ground Service, and Heidi Brown were the tor demonstrations and a and supporting educational young professionals to en- Agnes Huff, PhD, Flight Kevin & Nancy Niles, event co-chairs. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019 C-2

DEDEE VERDIN Councilmember Curren Price, center, encourages students at Manual Arts High School to participate in the “Don’t Trash CD 9” competition.

Sentinel newS Service Oct. 28 to Dec. 9. $30,000. more environmentally con- Academy, Manual Arts requests are submitted via The celebration, which “One-in-three residents scious and spark a district- High School, and Augustus the app every month. It’s a As part of continuous featured a marching band, living in my District are un- wide movement.” F. Hawkins High School. way for Angelenos to take efforts to clean up South cheerleaders and a JROTC, der 18 years of age,” Price Participating schools Price says he thinks action and it helps city gov- Los Angeles, Councilmem- kicked off a series of said. “I hope this friendly include Dymally High the award will serve as ernmentan become aware of ber Curren Price launched monthly contests between competition serves as a -re School, John C. Fremont incentive, mobilizing tech-problems so we can do our on Oct. 28, “Don’t Trash high schools across South minder that our youth are High School, Santee Edu- savvy youth to do their partpart.” CD 9” - a local challenge L.A. The school that re- the future of South L.A., cation Complex, Orthopae- to clean up the areas around The high school com- targeting high school stu- cords the most number of and they have an enormous dic Hospital Medical Mag- their schools, parks and petition is part of Council- dents for a chance to win MyLA311 service requests responsibility to their com- net High School, Ánimo neighborhoods. man Price’s multi-faceted $5,000. will be the winner of the munity. Jackie Robinson Charter “Using the MyLA311 “Clean & Green” initiative The competition pits month. “Whether they’re tack- High School, Thomas Jef- mobile application is the to promote cleanliness and 12 area schools against one A winner will be an- ling climate change or ferson High School, Ánimo quickest way to notify City improve livability for resi- another to see which stu- nounced every month for fighting for gun control,Ralph Bunche Charter High departments of work need- dents in District 9. dents report the most illegal the remainder of the current time and time again, we School, Dr. Maya Angelou ed to keep L.A.’s streets, Keep streets clean by dumping, bulky-item pick- school year through May have seen the power of ourCommunity High School, sidewalks, and public areas using the MyLA311 app, up, and graffiti removal -re 2020. Throughout the dura- young people in action. Wallis Annenberg High clean and safe,” said Don- dialing 3-1-1 or via email quests using the MyLA311 tion of the program, Price What this contest aims to School, Alliance Patti And na Arrechea, 311 director. at [email protected]. Learn mobile phone app from is expected to award about do is encourage them to be Peter Neuwirth Leadership “Today, more than 30,000 more at myla311.lacity.org D-1 www.lasentinel.net THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019 Student Athlete of the Week: Quinndon Allen BY AMANDA SCURLOCK So far, Allen has won sometimes you won’t ing business in college. His Sports Writer five Player of the Game understand everything,” he mother feels he would honors this season. In the said. “It’s kind of like make a good lawyer. Sophomore Quinndon Romans 14-18 loss against home, like you can be a “I always have fair Allen is a member of the Morningside, Allen made family, you got trust judgement,” Allen said. “I Los Angeles Romans foot- 13 carries for 121 yards and between them because you always know how to state ball team’s young core. one touchdown. He also got each other’s back.” my case and make it seem Allen has the ability to gain made a season high of For Allen, being a Stu- like I’m right.” yards through catches and seven solo tackles against dent Athlete means taking Football was a sport his rushes as well as stop the Arleta. on more challenges and father instilled in Allen and run on defense. A key lesson he learned responsibilities than the his brothers; Allen’s father In the Romans 20-26 from a coach is to commit average student. Football also played for the Los loss to the Hawkins Hawks, to his own personal assign- holds Allen accountable to Angeles Romans. Allen displayed a notewor- ment on the field. his schoolwork, keeping “My older siblings, thy effort on both sides of “[I] Worry about what I him motivated to earn a even though they give me the ball. He made six catch- got to do, my job on the high GPA. His favorite advice, I don’t want to lis- es for 85 yards and two field and then other players class is Algebra and Geom- ten to it,” Allen said. “But touchdowns on offence; on will do their job,” Allen etry because he enjoys at the end of the day, I’ll defense, he made nine com- said. “By focusing on my counting money. keep it in my mind, I am lis- bined tackles and one inter- job, I’m helping the team.” “You do school and then tening to it.” ception. His efforts would Several teammates are you go to football practice,” Follow @lasentinel- earn him the Semper Fidelis also in classes with Allen, Allen said. “Then you have news on Instagram and Player of the Game award. they rely on each other in to do school again." @thelasentinel on Twitter to “I’m kinda like the the classroom and on the Allen wants to become keep up with Student Athlete secret weapon,” Allen said. field. Allen finds this bond a pro football player, but of the Week. To request a AMANDA SCURLOCK/L.A. SENTINEL “When they think we’re to be helpful. his mother urged him to story on a student athlete, Sophomore football player, Quinndon Allen shows versa- running it, we’re passing it “If you need homework, have a backup plan. This email amanda@lasen- tility on the field. to me.” they’ll help you because led him to consider study- tinel.net. Crenshaw Football Conquers Dorsey with Defense

BY AMANDA SCURLOCK Sports Writer

The Crenshaw Cougars football team remains undefeated in the Coliseum League play after defeating the Dorsey Dons 51-0 dur- ing their Homecoming and Rivalry game. Dorsey made costly turnovers and the Crenshaw offense best- AMANDA SCURLOCK/L.A. SENTINEL ed the Dorsey defense. The Crenshaw football team could qualify for the Open Crenshaw football head Division for the first time since its inaugural year in 2017. coach, Robert Garrett was also the Los Angeles Rams big,” Poinson said. “Our once we make that ours, Coach of the Week. defense got those can’t nobody stop us.” The Dons got the first turnovers, put us in good Football around the possession of the game and field position, we just kept City AMANDA SCURLOCK/L.A. SENTINEL capitalizing.” The Locke Saints their rushers sent them to The Los Angeles Rams awarded Crenshaw head coach, Robert Garrett with Coach of the With only two losses, defeated the View Park the Crenshaw red zone. A Week honors. fumble brought out the Crenshaw is on the bubble Knights 45-6 and the Crenshaw offense at their son said. “We wanted to “I had no choice, I had scored off of both plays, to qualify for the Open Pasadena Dulldogs shut out own 23-yard line, but the establish the run first to pick up the ball and giving them 42 points by Division playoffs. Being the Glendale Nitros 41-0. Cougars did not advance. before we were able to score,” Hightower said. halftime. aggressive early would The Serra Cavaliers defeat- On their next posses- pass.” “Try putting my team on Senior quarterback, help the Cougars have a ed Alemany 32-25 and the sion, senior Jalen Poinson The Dons offense com- my back.” James Pilcher sent a 20- competitive postseason Hawkins Hawks beat the made key rushing plays for mitted a second fumble, The Crenshaw defense yard pass to junior running run. Fremont Pathfinders 18-13. the Cougars and helping allowing Crenshaw to start were diligent in the second back, Kobe Carter for the “We need to work on The Maranatha Minutemen them score their first touch- on the Dons’ 14-yard line quarter, making a fumble final play in the third quar- establishing the line of beat the Village Christian down of the night. with senior Dashawn High- recover 21-yard return and ter. However, Dorsey fum- scrimmage. We need to Crusaders 48-30 and Ingle- “We wanted to come tower making a touchdown an interception. The bled on the next play. make the line of scrimmage wood trounced the North out and run the ball,” Poin- catch. Cougars offensive line “Our defense came up ours,” Poinsen said. “And Saxons 28-0. UCLA Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson injured in Win over No. 24 Arizona State

BY JONATHAN BASSEY Running back Joshua Kel- Contributing Writer ley. Kelley had a career day, UCLA Sophomore rushing for 164 yards and 4 Quarterback, Dorian touchdowns helping steam- Thompson-Robinson was roll the Bruins to a much efficient Saturday against needed win and remaining the 24th ranked team in the competitive in the confer- nation. Thompson-Robin- ence. son also known as “DTR,” “You know, I like play- completed 16-of-23 passes ing at the Rose Bowl. We for 176 yards against the needed a win here, for sure. Sun Devils in a 42-32 victo- We haven’t had a win at ry keeping the Bruins PHOTO CREDIT VIA JEVONE MOORE/L.A. SENTINEL home this season. So that PAC12 South title hopes UCLA Running back, Joshua Kelley (#27) steamrolling his was an extra incentive for way into the endzone. alive. us,” said Kelley when PHOTO CREDIT VIA JEVONE MOORE/L.A. SENTINEL After a 12-yard run return after being helped off the field, UCLA trainers asked how he felt about his Head Coach, Chip Kelly leading his team to victory with bold play calling. early in the 4th quarter, the the field by trainers, and wrapped DTR’s knee with big day. “But our offensive dual-threat Quarterback Austin Burton took over the ice as he looked on support- line was so amazing. I can’t line. They were spectacular. Benjamin to fumble, recov- was carried off the field offensive duties for the ing his team while the Bru- do that without them. Dori- They deserve all the cred- ered by Freshman Safety with an apparent lower left injured Quarterback. ins closed out a big PAC12 an was making plays. Kyle it.” Elisha Guidry. leg injury. DTR did not After being assisted off South win. was making plays.” A big factor in UCLA’s The Bruins were 2-for-2 When asked post game After consistently being win was their domination of on 4th down plays includ- about the status of Thomp- asked about his career his 4 offensive possession. The ing a gutsy 4th and 2 con- son-Robinson and his touchdown performance, Bruins had possession of version in the first quarter. injury Head Coach, Chip Kelley persistently deflect- the ball for 38 minutes The aggressive gameplan Kelly said, “I know the ed all credit to his offensive compared to ASU’s 21 min- and play calling played a same as you. I know he has line for his success running utes. “With some of those major part in the ability for a left leg injury and that’s it. the ball. 10, 12, 14-play drives, the Bruins to take a strong I have not talked to the “They’re amazing. when we are downhill and lead and not look back. trainers.” Those guys are awesome physical, you know, I think UCLA will face Col- Though UCLA’s overall for us, as a team. They that’s really benefiting us,” orado at the Rose Bowl in record has them out of the played amazing tonight,” stressed Head Coach Chip Pasadena, Calif, November top 25 national rankings, emphasized Kelley. “They Kelly. 2nd. The Bruins will need the Bruins are still in the knew that they had a big The Bruin defense Dorian Thompson-Robin- PAC12 title hunt. UCLA challenge tonight, going up helped keep the offense in son back on the field as improves to 3-2 in confer- PHOTO CREDIT VIA JEVONE MOORE/L.A. SENTINEL against a great defense. the driver's seat from the soon as possible with 4 con- UCLA Quarterback, Dorian Thompson-Robinson (#1) uses ence play sitting third in the They were flat-out amaz- very first ASU possession ference games left, as they his dual threat abilities to scramble picking up additional PAC12 South in large part ing. We can’t do what we of the game forcing Sun look to compete for a yards rushing. to a big day from Senior did without that offensive Devil Running back, Eno PAC12 conference title. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019 SPORTS LASENTINEL.NET D-2 Rams send CB Aqib Talib, pick to Dolphins for late-rounder BY GREG BEACHAM Rams. But he returned last traded both of their starting Ramsey has played well in Associated Press year to start all three playoff cornerbacks this month, and two games since his arrival, games for Los Angeles, they have already parted and veteran backup corner- The Los Angeles Rams including the Super Bowl. ways with three of their four back Troy Hill moved into traded cornerback Aqib While his playing contri- secondary starters in last sea- Talib’s starting spot three Talib and a fifth-round pick butions to the Rams weren’t son’s Super Bowl. The games ago. in 2020 to the Miami Dol- huge, the five-time Pro Bowl fourth, safety John Johnson, Marqui Christian started phins on Tuesday for an selection made an impact on is on injured reserve. in Johnson’s place at safety undisclosed future draft the Rams’ locker room cul- Los Angeles shipped in the Rams’ win over choice. ture with his leadership, cornerback Marcus Peters to Cincinnati in London last The 33-year-old Talib is according to players during the Baltimore Ravens two weekend, but rookie safety on injured reserve with a rib both seasons. The once- weeks ago to clear room to Taylor Rapp is also playing injury. The 12-year veteran volatile defensive back acquire Jalen Ramsey from extensively. defensive back might not served as a mentor to his Jacksonville. This trade of The Rams are in their play again this season, and younger teammates when Talib might have been made bye week after back-to-back might never play for the healthy or injured. to free up salary cap room victories. They play at Pitts- AP PHOTO/KELVIN KUO, FILE rebuilding Dolphins, who Talib will be an unre- for another deal — or to sign burgh next weekend. In this July 30, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Rams corner- continue to stockpile draft stricted free agent this winter Ramsey to a contract exten- The winless Dolphins back, Aqib Talib is shown during NFL football training picks. after playing out the six- sion. could use secondary help, camp in Irvine, Calif. Talib played in eight reg- year, $57 million deal he Safety Eric Weddle, who but Talib isn’t eligible to ular-season games last year signed with the Denver joined the Rams as a free return until Week 15 and a lot of things we have to reserve Tuesday with a knee and five more this year, mak- Broncos, with whom he won agent before this season, is might not be healthy then. assess and evaluate.” injury that bothered him in ing just one interception and the Super Bowl four seasons the only remaining healthy “We’ll just see where Miami’s 2018 Pro Bowl recent weeks. struggling with injuries in ago. starter in the secondary from that’s at,” Miami coach cornerback, Xavien Howard, ESPN first reported the both of his seasons with the The Rams (5-3) have the Rams’ season opener. Brian Flores said. “There are was placed on injured Talib deal. Rams thrive again on road, head to bye week with 2 more wins

BY GREG BEACHAM nents with one victory com- the increased role for a AP Sports Writer bined this season won't backup running back in an answer every question that offense dominated by Gur- The Los Angeles Rams' arose during the Rams' three- ley for the past two seasons. longest road trip is finally game losing streak, but they Henderson led the Rams over, and nothing fights jet showed signs of progress on with 49 yards rushing lag better than a couple of both sides of the ball. against Cincinnati, and wins. “It feels good to be going Brown might find himself The defending NFC into the bye and building the third option when he champions have hit their bye momentum,'' running back returns. week at 5-3 after back-to- Todd Gurley said. INJURED back victories away from They also have had two Receiver Brandin LA. The Rams routed games with new cornerback Cooks is in the concussion Atlanta at the site of last sea- Jalen Ramsey, whose pres- protocol for the second son's Super Bowl defeat, and ence alters the back end of time this season after being they spent the ensuing week Los Angeles' defense. The suspected of incurring a in Georgia before crossing Rams have no remaining head injury for the fourth theAtlantic for a comfortable healthy first-stringers from time in less than two years. 24-10 win over the Cincin- last season's Super Bowl sec- The Rams didn't immedi- nati Bengals in London. ondary except nickel back ately announce Cooks' Coach Sean McVay gave Nickell Robey-Coleman, and prognosis, but losing their his players a week off after the new group needs playing big-play threat for a signif- the 10-day trip and the long time together. AP PHOTO/FRANK AUGSTEIN icant length of time would flight home, providing the The Rams have plenty of Los Angeles Rams wide receiver, Cooper Kupp (18) congratulated by tight end, Tyler Hig- be a setback. chance to focus on what went issues, but they feel they've bee (89) after scoring against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first half of an NFL foot- KEY NUMBER right during their time away. got time to address them ball game, Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, at Wembley Stadium in London. 41/2 – The number of The Rams are 18-4 in the before a December schedule sacks by Dante Fowler dur- regular season outside Los with four NFC West show- falling behind in games and his career since early 2017. came back stronger and more ing the two-game road trip. Angeles during McVay's downs. being forced to throw con- His only 100-yard game elusive from the knee injury After playing five straight tenure, easily the NFL's best “We are having fun right stantly in comeback mode, since Dec. 2, 2018, came in that ended his 2018 season games without a sack, the away mark in that span. now,'' quarterback Jared Goff Goff and his receivers are the playoffs against Dallas near the midway point. He veteran pass rusher on a “I thought it came at a said. ``These last two weeks, having enough success to last January. Despite its has reached 160 career catch- one-year contract seized his good time to get away and we feel like ourselves, and make up for the Rams' up- recent passing success, es in just 31 games, the chances to disrupt two have an almost camp-like we feel like we're doing what and-down running game and McVay's offense has a ceil- quickest by a Rams receiver opposing offenses right setting in the middle of the we should be doing offen- inconsistent contributions ing on how good it can be if in the Super Bowl era. when the Rams needed a season where it was just sively, and the defense is from Gurley. McVay's Gurley and his backups aren't STOCK DOWN contribution from somebody about us,'' McVay said. ``We coming around and starting offense isn't close to its running the ball well. Malcolm Brown's unfor- other than Aaron Donald. got a chance to spend a little to mesh and jell, and it's the purring peak, but it's getting STOCK UP tunately timed ankle injury NEXT STEPS bit more time together than perfect time.'' the job done in tough circum- Receiver Cooper Kupp might have ruined his last, A week of rest before you would otherwise, and I WHAT'S WORKING stances. had another dominant game, best chance to get signifi- they begin the second-half thought our guys responded The Rams' passing WHAT NEEDS HELP racking up a career-high 220 cant action with the Rams. stretch with another road in the right way. And to be offense is fourth in the league Gurley has gone nine yards on just seven catches. Brown was unavailable for trip to Pittsburgh. The able to go 2-0 in that stretch with 287.2 yards per game. straight games without a With five 100-yard games most of the past three schedule gets tougher, but is exactly what you can do.'' While this ranking comes 100-yard rushing perform- already this season, there's no games, and rookie Darrell the Rams are hoping they're Two wins over oppo- with the usual caveat about ance, the longest stretch of longer any doubt that Kupp Henderson has stepped into getting better. Chargers running game continues to stall at alarming levels

BY JOE REEDY for the first time Sunday Charger to post multiple AP Sports Writer after missing the first seven sacks in consecutive games games due to blood clots. since Kevin Burnett in 2010. Los Angeles Chargers Scott Quessenberry is at cen- In addition to his two sacks, coach Anthony Lynn refused ter after the season-ending Bosa had seven tackles, to say the team's lack of a neck injury to Mike including four for loss. He is running game has reached a Pouncey. tied for second in the AFC crisis point. WHAT'S WORKING with seven sacks. The numbers paint a The defense is consis- STOCK DOWN convincing picture. tently preventing teams from Keenan Allen led the The Chargers had 36 scoring touchdowns in goal- NFLin receptions four weeks yards on the ground in their to-go situations. The Charg- into the season but has strug- 17-16 victory at Chicago, ers held the Bears to a pair of gled the past four games. He marking their fourth straight field goals during the second has 17 receptions out of the game with less than 40 yards quarter to keep them in the 33 times he has been targeted rushing. game after Chicago had con- in October, compared to his According to Pro Foot- trolled the first half. The 34 receptions in 47 targets ball Reference, it's the third Bears had seven straight during September. Allen had time since 1940 that a team's plays inside the Chargers 4 seven catches for 53 yards ground game has been that late in the second quarter but Sunday, but repeatedly ineffective for that long. The could only muster a field slipped on the turf and prior two are the 1946 goal. dropped a touchdown pass Detroit Lions and 1944 AP PHOTO/PAUL BEATY Los Angeles has a 45.5% during the fourth quarter. Los Angeles Chargers running back, Melvin Gordon (25) is tackled by Chicago Bears out- Card-Pitt, a combined touchdown allowed percent- KEY NUMBER side linebacker, Leonard Floyd (94) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Chicago Cardinals-Pitts- Oct. 27, 2019, in Chicago. age in goal-to-go, which is 48.6 – Gross yards punt- burgh Steelers team due to third best in the league. The ing average for Ty Long. World War II. Monday night. The Chargers on 71% or more of their plays month holdout. Austin Ekel- league average is 68.8%. That leads the AFC and is “The running game has- are ranked 28th in the league and won. Los Angeles ran it er, who was among the AFC WHAT NEEDS WORK second in the NFL. n't been good by any means, in rushing offense at 69.5 only 12 of 42 plays. leaders in scrimmage yards Run defense. Chicago's INJURIES but I think that's something yards per game. It's their sec- Lynn said one reason for during Gordon's absence, David Montgomery became Okung suffered a groin that's going to get better in ond-worst total in franchise the lack of run plays against had three carries for 3 yards the third opposing back to injury during the fourth this second half of the sea- history after eight games. the Bears was they were in against the Bears. put up a 100-yard game. The quarter, but Lynn thought it son,'' Lynn said Monday. ``If In losses to Denver and no-huddle mode more, “`It was back and forth Chargers allowed only two would not sideline him. the rushing attack can come Pittsburgh, the Chargers fell which lends itself to the Mel and me, Mel and me. 100-yard rushers last season NEXT STEPS along, I think that's going to behind by two scores early passing attack. When you are like that, you and only five to gain 75 The second half of the help our team tremendously and had to abandon the run- There have been other play a little bit and the yards or more. season begins with a diffi- and I believe it will.'' ning game. factors in the troubling offense isn't really on the The Bears had 10 of their cult test against Green Bay How the running game But the last two games stretch, like the return of field and nobody gets into 38 attempts go for 5 yards or (7-1). It will be played in might be affected by a new havebeencloserandtheyhave Melvin Gordon and shuffling the rhythm,'' Ekeler said more. The Chargers are Southern California, but voice running the offense run on only 32.4% of their along the offensive line. after the game. allowing 122.8 yards per with many expecting at will be a major topic going plays. The win against the Gordon is averaging 2.6 The offensive line might game on the ground, which least 80 percent of the fans into this week's game against Bears marked only the sixth yards on 44 carries and has be getting some stability is 17 more than last season. to be rooting for the Pack- Green Bay after coordinator time in 28 games since 2000 only one gain of over 10 with the return of left tackle STOCK UP ers, it likely will feel like Ken Whisenhunt was fired that the Chargers have passed yards since ending his two- Russell Okung, who played Joey Bosa is the first Lambeau Field West. E-1 www.lasentinel.net THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019 Michelle Buteau — in BET’s ‘First Wives Club’ — a reason to watch!

BY LAPACAZO SANDOVAL sation with Michelle Buteau along with Whoopi [Gold- Contributing Writer who plays Bree in BET’s berg] even Angela Bassett, “First Wives Club” execu- I’m sorry — she’s funny. I When you read the name tively produced by Tracy am all into female empower- Michelle Buteau can you see Oliver (co-writing the hit ment and just finding them- her face? Well, she's not a film “Girls Trip”). selves at different times of household name, yet, but she LOS ANGELES SEN- their lives, interesting. So, I will be very soon. Not only TINEL: Hello. I’m covering put myself on tape but you COURTESY PHOTO Michelle Buteau is Michelle Buteau beautiful, the New York Film Festival know, an actors mind plays with charming freckles and and I had to jump into a cor- tricks on you. You will say and exposing them to what lovely wild hair she's so tal- ner for this interview so, if stuff like I’m not going to get you can do when you don't ented it makes my brain hurt! I’m speaking softly — for- it, I’m too far away, or they tell yourself, no. Although she is best give me. are going to give it to some- LAS: I appreciate what described as a stand-up, she MICHELLE body famous. Also, those you just shared. Did you is an actress (Lord, have BUTEAU: (laughing, a lot). kinds of thoughts make you always know what you mercy) there are more layers Ok. fearless too, because you wanted? in her performances than an COURTESY PHOTO LAS: Now, I think I’m think to fuck it, I’m not MB: I told my mother onion. On the real, I predict Michelle Buteau and Ryan Michelle Bathe. funny and I know that I am going to get it anyway so I when I was really little that I she’s going to be remem- date husband, and orthopedic 2017 she was as listed as one not. Ok. When I saw your might as well have a lot of wanted to act, but she said it bered as one of our greats in surgeon Bree's cheating hus- of ten comedians to watch by work in Netflix’s ‘Someone funny doing this. That’s [my dreams] was not a real film, television and I think band. Tired of always being Esquire Magazine. In 2018, Great’ I re-wound the scene what I did. I was so surprised job. Now, I’m just like, girl, her writing will morph from the ones to make sacrifices in Buteau started hosting the three times before I complet- that I got the callback and we could have been flying her stage time in the comedy their lives, Ari, Hazel, and Late Night Whenever! pod- ed the movie. I saw some- that I was going to do the private; this is your fault. circles to become something Bree vow to prioritize their cast which was labeled as thing under your wonderfully callback, in New York, with Now get in the TSA line. new, bold and wonderful. friendship and have more “one of the best podcasts of comedic performance. Tracey [Oliver] on Skype. I Take your shoes off, your So let’s begin the process fun. Along the way, the 2018 so far” by Time Maga- MB: She’s just a random had just started seeing laces too. Unpack your bags, of falling in love with women learn that as long as zine. Buteau was also part of bitch on the subway. Tracy’s name everywhere too. We could have been fly- Michelle Buteau via the new they have each other, there's “The Comedy Lineup” on LAS: Nope, naw. You because of “Girl’s Trip” and ing, private now you are in BET series “First Wives nothing they can't do. Netflix where up and coming Michelle Buteau, you have I thought, this is pretty dope. the middle seat. Take your Club.” After neglecting their The first 30-minutes of comedians have 15-minute layers. She’s someone who under- biscotti and chill. friendship, best friends Bree the ten-episode series on stand-up sets. Film producers MB: Thank you. I think stands female relationships LAS: OMG. You are a (Michelle Buteau),Ari (Ryan BET+ can be viewed for free are getting the “proverbial my surrogate was pregnant and she knows how to find stand-up comic. You have Michelle Bathe) and Hazel on their website. memo” and Buteau has then and I was really emo- the funny in the real. the gift of timing, damn it. I (Jill Scott) reunite to help An interesting note, appeared in the movies: tional. It was a lot of improv LAS: That’s true, right. need a podcast, if people each other through rough Buteau started in comedy a “Someone Great,” “Isn't It [improvesational] and I Real-life is so much funnier could hear how you just patches in their lives. Togeth- few days after September 11, Romantic,” “Sell By,” and think at one point, I asked than half of the stuff I usual- delivered that, golly er, they navigate music 2001. Born in New Jersey to “Always Be My Maybe.” ‘why he leave you like that’ ly see in films and on televi- Michelle Buteau you are the superstar Hazel's tabloid-rid- a Haitian father and She also began hosting the and I started to cry. The crew sion. real deal. den divorce, campaign man- Jamaican mother, her talent WNYC podcast, Adulting, started to laugh. MB: Exactly. A lot of MB: Is that funny? I've ager Ari's unsatisfying mar- quickly caught the attention with co-host Jordan Carlos. LAS: See, I saw that stories that I have from col- got to write it down. I need riage to her political candi- of industry insiders and in Here is an edited conver- there was something under lege and in my ’20’s, a lot of jokes, honey. that. people say that they don’t LAS: My mother (God MB: You did! Thank believe them, I’m like ‘it’s Bless The Dead) was a twin you very much. That makes true!’ When I saw Tracey on and her sister, had twins. me feel good. That makes Skype and we looked alike, I Here is her advice. Always me feel like a [size] 14. was like, ‘–are you my give your twins things at the LAS: I understand. I use cousin?’ same time. It will prevent to be a size 24. LAS: Tracey is beautiful war. MB: I was 14, when I like you? Cool. That’s MB: Really (laughing), was 14. It’s not realistic. what’s up. wow, smart. LAS: You are quick and MB: Even on set people LAS: What’s next for funny and beautiful. In First confused us. They would be you? Wives Club your character is like over here Tracy, I’m like MB: I really can’t talk wonderfully funny and very no, it’s me, Michelle. about it but I’m scheduled to complicated despite this LAS: So what's good in do a one-hour Netflix come- being a comedy. How did your life? dy special. I’m working on you get the part and then I MB: Glad you asked. I some writing projects that I want to know what type of now have two, beautiful can’t announce, yet. stuff you want to do? bouncing twins and my hus- LAS: Wow, that's great MB: (laughing) — band and I just bought our news. My writing partner Yessss. You have to tell the dream house. It's like I want (Art Shrian) and I just universe. I was actually in that life. entered that screenwriting Vancouver filming ‘Always That life like Ally Wong, space. An executive suggest- Be Maybe’ when I got the that JLo, that Mariah Carey, ed the book ‘Making a Good audition for ‘First Wives that Angela Basset; that Script Great’ and ‘Writing Club.’ Look I loved the working-mother life where I Subtex’ both by Linda Seger movie (‘First Wives Club’). don't feel like I'm compro- and Story by Robert McKee. Anything with Goldie mising anything for anybody MB: Thank you. Hawn, Diane Keaton and and I'm just like keeping it LAS: Hey, do you mind Bette Midler, I was watching moving. I'm doing what I sharing your social media it. Those are the comedy love and not apologizing for information? sheroes back in the bzz-days it. Bringing my kids on set MB: Ok, now we getting

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Virginia Ward Ford is not afraid of a fight espe- cially not when the welfare of African American chil- dren is on the line. Then she is “fearless” and “relentless” and where superheroines are drawn for comic book mythology, PHOTO: VERTICAL ENTERTAINMENT COURTESY PHOTO PHOTO COURTESY OF VERTICAL ENTERTAINMENT here, we have a real-life Uzo Aduba as Virginia in Virginia Walden Ford is (L-R) Kimberly Hebert Gregory as Tasha White, Uzo Aduba as Virginia and Amirah Vann the drama, “Miss Virginia,” warrior who battled over portrayed in the new film as Shondae Smith in the drama, “Miss Virginia,” a Vertical Entertainment release. school vouchers in the a Vertical Entertainment “Miss Virginia” by actress, nation’s capital. release. Uzo Aduba. approved the voucher pro- marching in the halls of an amazing journey that we Ford knew that her son gram, she continued advo- Congress, the only policy have been on. deserved better and fought administration is pushing When faced with no cating for expanded school we thought about is how LAS: Are you happy to get her son into a private for an expansion of vouch- support from her congress- choice in the District we can get better options with actress Uzo Aduba school — with the govern- ers and as Democratic pres- woman Ford and other pas- through the group she for our kids. (‘Orange is the New ment footing the bill. idential candidates debate sionate and concerned par- founded, D.C. Parents for LAS: Is the film true to Black’) playing you? Virginia Walden Ford is school choice. ents team up with a White School Choice. your story? Did it capture VWF: Are you kid- known as a dedicated and The movie begins in lawmaker (not from D.C. ) “Miss Virginia” is your struggles and disap- ding? Absolutely. I could effective Black D.C. 2003 and Ford’s youngest who succeeds in pushing based on the life of Virginia pointments? not be happier. activist who shook it up in son is struggling in a neigh- through the legislation. Walden Ford and stars Uzo VWF: Yes, the film Having our struggles the late 1990s and 2000s borhood public high school What makes her situa- Aduba (Orange Is the New captured all of that. made into a movie is the pushing for vouchers that’s filled with violence tion even more interesting Black), Matthew Modine, LAS: What did you coolest thing, ever. despite the opposition by and limited educational is that more than a dozen Aunjanue Ellis (“The think when the filmmakers LAS: What's next for many Democratic leaders opportunities. states have voucher pro- Help”) and Niles Fitch approached you to make a you? in the District. A single mother, Ford is grams, but the District is (This Is U). The film is film about your life and VWF: I have a new It didn’t stop her, in terrified for her son and unique because Congress directed by R. J. Daniel this struggle? book, School Choice: A fact, the obstacles motivat- wants to enroll him in a pri- can enact a voucher pro- Hanna and written by Erin VWF: It took the pro- Legacy to Keep. It's avail- ed her more. vate school that she simply gram even if local lawmak- O’Connor. ducers several months to able Nov. 21, 2019. People In the movie version of cannot afford. Always ers do not want it. It gets “Miss Virginia” is now convince me and us. It was can preorder it her life — “Miss Virginia” determined to find the even deeper. The city is playing in theaters across not an easy decision. It was LAS: I promise I will — Virginia Walden Ford is money she watches in frus- home to the nation’s only the country and on iTunes kind of scary for us. We add the link. played by Uzo Aduba tration was the streets federally funded voucher and video on demand. weren't afraid of anyone. VWF: Thank you. (“Orange is the New begin to lure her son away. program, the Scholarships Here is what the real- We were soldiers. We were The link to the book, Black”). The release of the When she learns of a for Opportunity and life Virginia Walden Ford tough but this was pretty “School Choice: A Legacy film seems to be fitting per- voucher program that Results Act, which sends had to share about the fea- scary. to Keep.” fectly to reflect our current exists in other jurisdictions more than 1,000 students to ture film based on her life, LAS: So what turned https://www.amazon.co political climate. If you fol- she motivates residents to private schools. “Miss Virginia.” This inter- you around? m/School-Choice-Virginia- low education news then champion the program in Virginia Walden Ford view has been edited for VWF: I thought it was W a l d e n - you know that the Trump the district. did not rest. After Congress length and clarity. a way to honor the legisla- Ford/dp/0825309395/ref=s LOS ANGELES SEN- tive fight. It is about all of r_1_1?crid=1VUFRG8U1 TINEL: Did you ever us who fought. This is a URE2&keywords=%22vir- think that your life would story that belongs to par- ginia+walden+ford%22&q Film Review: ‘16 Bars’ become a feature film? ents all over the country. id=1571155831&sprefix=t VIRGINIA WALDEN LAS: What do you hormis%2Caps%2C172&s Speech (aka Todd Thomas) from the band FORD: No, not in a mil- think kept you and your r=8-1 Arrested Development is doing spirit work lion years. teams motivation going? You can also learn more LAS: Is ‘Miss Virginia’ VWF: We were fight- about Virginia's life at inside a city jail in jail of Richmond, VA. political? ing for your children, for www.VirginiaWalden- In Theaters November 8 in NYC and on VWF: No. Our film is our babies. We all spent a Ford.com and more about not political. We kept our lot of time together and we the film at www.MissVir- November 15 in L.A. focus. When we were are like a family. It's been giniaMovie.com. example. He’s a tall and handsome White man who could never manage to stay clean turning to petty thiev- ery to fund his drug habit. White. Male. Tall and raised in a fairly good fam- ily—what happened to Garland? You have to hear and listen to the words in his country music song. Even Speech offers a theo- ry of what might have been COURTESY PHOTO possible–because he was Speech and Anthony Johnston working in the Richmond the look and sound of a City Jail's recording studio. bonified country star but that dream will be deferred. BY LAPACAZO SANDOVAL to express themselves, “16 Bars” is engaging Contributing Writer through music with for a myriad of reasons but Speech’s help, they are also its Speech sharing the “16 Bars” is a gripping participating in programs oral histories along documentary directed by that include anger manage- with the making of the Samuel Bathrick which ment. album that sets this docu- focuses primarily on the Inside the makeshift mentary apart. journey of Speech—aka recording studio which is What also makes the Todd Thomas from the run by the hip-hop legend, documentary different and band Arrested Develop- we watch these grown peo- powerful is that the film ment—who went behind ple struggle to find a way doesn’t propose a solution. the walls in the city jail of to get their true feelings It does, however, offer a Richmond, VA. This is a out in a productive way. question asking if pro- unique program for Rich- Speech worked across gen- grams, like this, were avail- mond and a deeper look at res from country music to able in hard-hit communi- how the power of music hip-hop and the result is ties would it make a differ- can impact a person's life nothing short of miracu- ence? and those around them. lous. It’s raw, you bet but There is a track that Yes, it gets that deep. there is the source of “16 Speech completed for Bars” power. Teddy which puts the entire To begin it’s important program into perspective. to note that this was an This man, like the other experiment. Before you three, is capable of great- know it you begin to care ness when pushed. His about these four men. You story doesn’t end well but find yourself really listen- his story is very important. ing and then hearing the A cautionary tale and one, words of their songs. And that I hope, will resonate so when Anthony is quick- with anyone and everyone ly singled out for his willful that might be following the attitude and his insubordi- same destructive path that nation, you feel deeply for haunts Teddy. him because he’s just told “16 Bars” doesn’t offer COURTESY PHOTO us exactly what he thinks of any new revelations. It Garland Carr in his cell in himself in his song/rap. does something better in the Richmond City Jail. What these four men my opinion in that it allows create is authentic, chilling Garland, De’vonte, Antho- While inside the jail we to-the-bone. What do they ny, and Teddy — for men are given a peek into the sing about? Their lives on that society has very little heartbreaking story of four the street, drug addiction, hope for—to get their sto- incarcerated men: Garland, drug epidemics, and feeling ries heard and to the docu- De’vonte, Anthony, and as if having free time could mentaries credit, it refuses Teddy. The four come from get them deeper into trou- to provide easy answers. all walks of life–from crip- ble. In short, they sing “16 Bars” now playing pling poverty and home- about being trapped inside in limited cities including lessness to a decent family the system. New York and Los Ange- life. Along with being able I bring Garland for an les. E-3 LASENTINEL.NET ENTERTAINMENT THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2019 Cynthia Erivo Brings Iconic Figure Harriet Tubman to Life in ‘Harriet’ Cynthia Erivo has a Tony, Emmy, and a Grammy — woman come alive for you during the filmmaking Can an Oscar Be Next? ‘Harriet’ Opens November 1 process? CYNTHIA ERIVO: and Some Hollywood Insiders Think —Yes! Yes, for me she was alive — BY LAPACAZO SANDOVAL (“Eve’s Bayou”) she would desperately alive, because it Contributing Writer earn an EGOT. was the only way that I A film career followed, could tell the story that At first glance, British and she was cast in “Bad needed to be told. singer-actress Cynthia Erivo Times at the El Royale” LAS: I felt her presence pulsates with an energy that and Steve McQueen’s while watching the film. Did you only read about in “Widows” opposite Viola you, while making it? movies and screenplays. Davis and then moved into CE: Yes. I would ask There is no fancy light that a leading role in the her out loud for help and accompanies her when she upcoming HBO series guidance because I felt like walks and yet there seems to “The Outsider.” she was like an angel watch- be a halo that frames her soft Now to the film “Harri- ing over the whole thing. face. et” in which she stars. The COURTESY OF FOCUS FEATURES LAS: Amazing. A lot of A five-foot-one-inch tall film tells the story of Harri- Cynthia Erivo stars as the legendary Harriet Tubman in us wonder if this is histori- woman, Erivo speaks as a FILE PHOTO et, the legendary abolition- Focus Features Film “Harriet.” Cynthia Erivo cally accurate. What did you very soft, and measured ist’s journey from enslave- rian, and abolitionist in Lemmons, which also stars learn while researching? voice no doubt, trained to 2013. The powerful word- ment to becoming one of the Philadelphia and part of the Janelle Monáe and Joe CE: I learned she was a keep her precious vocal of-mouth about her voice most prolific conductors of Underground Railroad. Alwyn. The original score very spiritual woman. cords safe. Her nails are and her performances the Underground Railroad. Another brilliant aspect is composed by Terence LAS: I appreciate how always blinged out to the caught the attention of New I caught up with Erivo, of “Harriet” is Erivo’s origi- Blanchard. songs were used in the film maximum and her fashion York producer Scott Sanders in New York, along with her nal song, entitled “Stand Here is what Tony®, and I deeply appreciate your style is bohemian chic. who brought the production co-star Leslie Odom Jr. who Up,” which is co-written by Emmy®, and Grammy® song ‘Stand Up’—which Erivo learned her craft at to Broadway. She collected also earned a Tony Award® Erivo and Joshuah Brian award-winning actress Cyn- you sing. It’s amazing. the Royal Academy of Dra- a Tony®, Emmy®, and a for his role as Alan Burr in Campbell and is produced thia Erivo had to share about CE: Thank you. matic Arts, in the U.K, and Grammy®. If Erivo wins an “Hamilton.” It seems almost by Will Wells & Gabe Fox- playing the role of Harriet in This interview has been landed a starring role in the Academy Award for her a foregone conclusion that Peck. “Harriet.” edited for length and clarity. London production of “The new film “Harriet” from he would be cast to play The track is featured in LOS ANGELES SEN- “Harriet,” in theaters Color Purple”; this was in director Kasi Lemmons William Still, a writer, histo- the film, directed by Kasi TINEL: Did Harriet the Nov. 1. PAFF & THE AFRICA NARRATIVE AT USC LAUNCH SHORT FILM COMPETITION FILM COMPETITION AIMED AT AFRICAN FILMMAKERS ON YOUTUBE SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE reflecting the global need to Director and a Founder of media depictions of the con- teract damaging stereo- see African characters and PAFF. “This new category tinent and revealed that types.” The Pan African Film situations with clarity and for competition recognizes mentions and portrayals of “YouTube’s mission is Festival (PAFF), in partner- insight. The YouTube cate- the power of digital distri- Africa or Africans on popu- to give everyone a voice ship with YouTube and The gory is for story-driven bution and the growth of lar television shows or in and show them the world. Africa Narrative at USC videos of any format, style, YouTube as a part of the the news are often negative We hope this will showcase Annenberg Norman Lear and genre of less than 30 African and global enter- and stereotyped. “Changing the next wave of film talent Center, announced the minutes in length and tainment industry.” the narrative is at the heart in Sub Saharan Africa, one opening of submissions for filmed on the African conti- The Africa Narrative is a of our mission,” says of our fastest growing mar- a first-ever YouTube cate- nent. project of the Norman Lear Michelle van Gilder, kets,” says Dayo Olopade, gory at the 28th annual Pan “PAFF has been a pio- Center at the University of founder of The Africa Nar- who leads content partner- African Film Film Festival, neer in supporting cinemat- Southern California’s rative. “This competition ships in Africa for scheduled for February 13- ic storytelling from Africa Annenberg School of Com- gives filmmakers on the YouTube. 23, 2020 in Los Angeles. and the African diaspora for munication. Its inaugural continent the opportunity to For more information The theme for the com- a global audience,” says research project, “Africa in reach global and local audi- on submissions guidelines, petition is “2020 Vision,” Ayuko Babu, Executive the Media” measured U.S. ences with stories that coun- please visit www.paff.org. FILE PHOTO TV One and CLEO TV General Manager Michelle Rice Received 20109 Lew Klein Alumni in Media Award

TV One and CLEO TV General SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE this honor from my alma of alumni working in the series UNCENSORED and Manager Michelle Rice mater Temple University media and communications ATL HOMICIDE. Most receiving the TV One and CLEO TV and to be a benefactor of industries. This year's hon- recently, she shepherded Lew Klein Alumni General Manager Michelle Lew Klein's legacy of gen- orees included The Miami the development of TV in Media Award from Klein College Rice was honored with the erosity, mentorship and Herald's Julie K. Brown, One's new sister network, of Media and Lew Klein Alumni in advocacy.” Google's John Zissimos and CLEO TV, an aspirational Communication Media Award by Temple Named in honor of the CNN's Jake Tapper, who lifestyle and entertainment Dean David University's Klein College late broadcasting pioneer was honored with the TV network serving Mil- Boardman in of Media and Communica- Lew Klein, the Alumni in Excellence in Media lennial and Gen X women Philadelphia tion during a luncheon cer- Media Awards pay tribute Award. of color that launched in on October 4. emony held October 4 in to both Klein's influential Rice, a 15-year veteran January 2019. Prior to join- Philadelphia. career and to his 67 years of of TV One, was named ing TV One, Rice held roles Reflecting on the teaching at Temple. The General Manager in 2018 at iNDemand, NBC Cable award, Rice said “I am luncheon recognized the and has been responsible Network and Black Enter-

FILE PHOTO deeply humbled to receive professional achievements for the launch of two hit tainment Television (BET).