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Unveils 22 New Publicly-Accessible EV Chargers at its Crenshaw Customer Service Center

By BrAndon i. BrooKs burk, Jr. and commissioner Managing Editor Aura Vasquez, unveiled the new Crenshaw EV Charging The Los Angeles Depart- Plaza, located in LADWP’s ment of Water and Power Crenshaw Customer Ser- (LADWP) is on a mission vice Center parking lot. The to electrify L.A.’s transpor- charging station features 22 tation system. On April 1, new EV chargers that con- the LADWP Board of Water tribute toward LADWP’s and Power Commissioners EV infrastructure goal of launched a pilot rebate pro- 10,000 publicly-accessible gram which offers a rebate EV chargers throughout the of up to $450 to LADWP city over the next five years. customers who purchase a The chargers are available used electric vehicle (EV). to motorists, free of charge. The program incentivizes “Here at ‘Charge up the purchase of EVs byCrenshaw,’ we don’t charge making EV ownership more anybody,” said commission- affordable. These efforts er Vasquez. “We have a se- also support the state’s goals ries of EV chargers that can of putting 1.5 million zero- take—it’s very quick-- up to emission vehicles on the 2 hours to charge up and we road in California by 2025have two fast chargers that and 5 million by 2030 andcan take up to 20 minutes, reducing Green House Gas so they’re super chargers.” emissions by 40 percent be- With Federal and State low 1990 levels by 2030. programs focused on new In an exclusive interview EVs, LADWP wanted to with the Sentinel, LADWP take action to make EVs Board of Water and Power, more affordable locally PHOTO BY KRISTINA DIXON FOR SENTINEL Vice-President and commis- where they can provide a di- Aura Vasquez, Board of Water & Power Commissioners and William Funderburk, Jr. Vice President of the sioner William W. Funder- {See LADWP A-8} Board of Water & Power Commissioners.

nature of the city, juxta- posing it with the nation’s By mesfin feKAdu capital. “We can’t say AP Music Writer the same right now about Washington D. C., where Kendrick Lamar won leaders clap their hands the Pulitzer Prize for music when immigrants are Monday, making history forced into the shadows … as the first non-classical or Where corporations’ needs jazz artist to win the -presti are placed above those of gious prize. a single mother … Where The revered rapper is our coastline is offered up also the most commer- to the highest bidder with cially successful musician COURTESY PHOTO an oil drill. You see, some- to receive the award, usu- Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti thing different is happen- ally reserved for critically ing here in Los Angeles,” acclaimed classical acts By AlAn BrAxton Chili Peppers “Can’t Stop” he said. who don't live on the pop Staff Writer played in the background. Garcetti then outlined charts. PHOTO BY ARTHUR MOLA/INVISION/AP, FILE After the music subsided a new three-part eco- The 30-year-old won Kendrick Lamar performs during We Day at the Air On Monday, April 16, and the crowd stilled, nomic strategy, including the prize for ``DAMN.,'' Canada Centre in Toronto, Canada. The 2015 Bonnaroo Los Angeles Mayor Eric Mayor Garcetti wasted no bringing film jobs back to his raw and powerful Music and Arts Festival will feature a star-studded Garcetti entered the cham- time getting straight to the the L.A. area, expanding Hurricane Irma hits Florida Grammy-winning album. lineup including Billy Joel, Mumford & Sons and Lamar. ber where he gave his fifth points. Silicon Beach’s tech in- The Pulitzer board said Deadmau5, Robert Plant and Florence + the Machine will State of the City address, Garcetti’s tone was a fluence, Space-X’s Falcon also perform during the four-day event kicking off June making his rounds of intro- positive one, praising the construction in the Port {See KENDRICK A-8} 11, 2015, in Manchester, Tenn. duction while the Red-Hot open-minded progressive {See MAYOR A-9} PHOTO OF THE WEEK

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Black Scholar and Activist Ron Walters Was a Genius, Donna Brazile Says

By Freddie Allen Walters, when she was a ership and Public Policy NNPA Newswire “young, aggressive” com- Center at Howard Univer- munity organizer trying to sity thanked the NNPA for Democratic strategist change politics from the partnering with the Wal- and author Donna Brazile inside out. ters Center to co-sponsor called world-renowned “Ron Walters provided the event. scholar and activist Dr. us with a historical ref- Dr. Scott noted that Dr. Ronald Walters a genius, erence to what we were Walters wrote a weekly during a recent forum cel- doing and trying to ac- column for the Black ebrating his legacy at the complish,” Brazile said. Press. Thurgood Marshall Center “Ron provided a scholarly “He loved the Black for Service and Heritage in roadmap. He made you Press, he believed in the Washington, D.C. understand that it was not Black Press, and he want- FREDDIE ALLEN/AMG/NNPA In July 1958, when he just about the moment that ed to make sure that the Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., the president and CEO of the NNPA (at podium), delivers was just 20 years-old and we were living in, but the Black Press survived,” remarks, just before the start of a panel discussion celebrating Dr. Walters' legacy at the the president of the youth historical journey that we Scott said. Thurgood Marshall Center for Service and Heritage in Washington, D.C. chapter of the NAACP in had been on for over 200 Dr. Winbush met Dr. Wichita, Kan., Dr. Wal- years. He talked about po- Walters through his strong ters organized one of the litical power, not just in support of reparations for mentator, Dr. Walters priori- lion, which continues to we’re in now,” explained first lunch counter sit-ins the abstract…he taught us slavery. tized the Black Press. rise; however, this grow- Patricia “Pat” Walters, Dr. in the country to protest to use our power and le- “Ron spoke the truth, “He saw the [Black ing spending power has not Walters’ wife. segregation. According to verage it.” as he saw it, and he didn’t Press] as a means to build translated to increased eco- “Ron was essentially The New York Times, he The forum included a care who heard it,” Dr. Black Power,” Smith said. nomic prosperity or wealth what I would call a ‘prag- was instrumental in the panel discussion featuring Winbush said. “You want to talk to Black in the Black community. matic, Black nationalist,’” establishment of the Con- Dr. Raymond Winbush, a Madison said that Dr. people, you talk to them Brazile said that the Pat Walters said. “That gressional Black Caucus research professor and di- Walters had the rare abil- through their media.” election of Donald Trump means he wouldn’t have in the early 1970s and rector of the Institute for ity to combine scholarship Dr. Chavis noted that has changed political norms taken off and gone to an- served as “the deputy cam- Urban Research at Mor- and activism. the movements for Black in the U.S. and it’s critical other country. He would be paign manager and debate gan State University; “The “Scholars have got to Power and Black political that Blacks are a part of the encouraging Black folks to adviser for the Rev. Jesse Black Eagle” Joe Madi- become activists and Ron leadership have evolved next phase of leadership. mobilize, to organize, to get L. Jackson’s presidential son, a radio talk show host was an activist,” Madison and that Dr. Walters’ writ- “If Ron Walters were out the vote and to talk with bid in 1984.” Dr. Walters on Sirius; and Dr. Robert said. ings gave recognition to the here, today, he would tell the millennials,” about the penned more than a dozen Smith, the author of the And when Dr. Walters diversity within the Black you that Black Power is not 2018 midterm elections. books on racial politics book, “Ronald W. Walters needed to get a message community, but also called just about a single individu- Pat Walters continued: and Black Power and di- and the Fight for Black out to the Black com- for unity. al or one moment in time,” “This is a very dangerous rected the African Ameri- Power, 1969-2010.” munity and the world, he “He was one of the few Brazile said. “It’s about a era that we are exposed to can Leadership Institute Dr. Benjamin F. Cha- went to the Black Press, political scientists that talk- continuum, a long journey.” at this point in our lives— at the University of Mary- vis, Jr., the president and Madison said, because as ed about the economics of When it comes to that Black folks and White land until 2009. He died CEO of the National a scholar and activist, he Black Power,” Dr. Chavis journey, in today’s current folks. We need to deal with from cancer in 2010. Newspaper Publishers As- recognized the value and said. political environment, if that reality and I think Ron “[Ron Walters] was sociation (NNPA), moder- credibility of Black-owned A recent Nielsen study Ron Walters were alive to- would be at the forefront of smart. He was strategic. ated the discussion. media. showed that Blacks have day, he would be working that.” He understood politics. He The NNPA is a trade “Ron always went to an annual buying power on a plan, intellectually, “to understood power and he group that represents more the Black media, first,”of more than $1.1 tril- get us out of the mess that understood Black leader- than 200 Black-owned Madison said. “Not CNN, ship,” Brazile said. media companies in the not to ABC, but to the Brazile, author of the United States; that reach Black media, first.” book “Hacks: The Inside more than 20 million read- Smith, who collabo- Story of the Break-ins ers, combined, in print and rated with Dr. Walters on and Breakdowns That online, every week. the book titled “African New Investment Put Donald Trump in the Dr. Elsie L. Scott, the American Leadership,” White House,” talked founding director of the said that as a Black intel- for our community? about working with Dr. Ronald W. Walters Lead- lectual and media com- Absolutely.

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By ShAquille WoodS Contributing Writer

The National Pan-Hel- lenic Council (NPHC) of California State University hosted the 25th Annual Long Beach Step Show on Satur- day April 14th at the Wal- ter Pyramid in Long Beach, California. Various organi- The plan to transform Baldwin Hills zations across the West Coast COURTESY PHOTO competed for a cash prize Sigma Gamma Rho- The Gamma Kappa Chapter Crenshaw will bring hundreds of millions and additional funds for their of Sigma Gamma Rho won 1st place for the sorority organization’s philanthropy category. of dollars to the Crenshaw Corridor. project. The theme focused on venture as a pastor. Chisholm, member of Del- ‘90s nostalgia. Participants NPHC’s history holds a ta Sigma Theta, are few were encouraged to incorpo- strong bond with the Civil examples of the numerous rate ‘90s culture throughout Rights Movement. Black members who promoted their performance. This Greek Letter Organiza- Black progression. 3Investment for South L.A. ranged from wearing ‘90s tions (BGLO) were created In the end, members attire, to paying homage to when Black people could of Alpha Phi Alpha took prominent television show’s not join any fraternities or home the prize for the fra- such as “Martin” and “Living sororities. Since the early ternity category, while the Single.” 1900’s, BGLO’s efforts ladies of Sigma Gamma Multi-million selling re- shaped the progression of Rho won the sorority cat- cording artist Montell Jordan black culture. Prominent egory. took the stage to perform his political leaders are Greek If interested in be- hit song “This Is How We Do members. Martin Luther coming a member of the It.” Jordan, who is a member King, member of Alpha NPHC, please visit the of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, Phi Alpha, Coretta Scott specific organization’s spoke about the importance King, member of Alpha national website for more www.transformingbhc.com of Greek culture and his new Kappa Alpha, and Shirley information. THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2018 NEWS LASENTINEL.NET A-3

Dorothy R. Leavell Celebrates 50 Years as Publisher of the Crusader Newspapers

. CHICAGO CRUSADER Balm and Dorothy Leavell are welcomed to dinner with the ship’s captain during a cruise to the Bahamas. The NNPA had concluded its annual

CHICAGO CRUSADER workshop in Miami and members continued on to the NNPA Chairman Dorothy R. Leavell cuts the cake at the Black Bahamas where Lynden Pindling joined publishers

FILE PHOTO Women’s Expo in Chicago in celebration of her 50th anniversary aboard ship. Pindling had just been elected as NNPA Chairman Dorothy R. Leavell as publisher of the Chicago and Gary Crusader newspapers. the country’s first Black Prime Minister in 1967.

By Erick Johnson cago Crusader in the Ida B.and anyone who dares governors and a total officult times. The Gary- Crushe continues to invest her Chicago Crusader Wells housing project, died to take her on. When it 13 mayors in Chicago sader, which was founded time and energy in produc- NNPA Member after a short illness at - Micomes to addressing issues and Gary. Through her in 1961, is the only Blacking the print edition of her chael Reese Hospital. in the community, she hasleadership, the Crusader newspaper that remains in newspapers. She believes The year 1968 was one Dorothy R. Leavell, as many enemies as she newspapers have won 13 that predominately Black that the print editions of her of the worst years in the once his feisty partner has friends, but this year,National Merit Awards city. newspapers are still impor- short history of the United and loyal wife, was now Leavella is in the spotlightfor journalism excellence The Chicago Crusader tant and powerful in main- States. Major cities were Black single mother with at the 24th Annual Blackamong Black newspa- has broadened its cover- taining the soul and identity on fire, following the- astwo children and two news- Women’s Expo at McCor- pers. Her list of individualage of Chicago’s rich, butof the publications. sassination of Dr. Martin papers to run. mick Place. awards stands at 20 andforgotten Black history, “Black newspapers are Luther King, Jr. on April Fifty years later, after The Chicago Crusader counting. She has traveled while publishing investi- the largest Black commu- 4 in Memphis, Tenn. Rob- rising above a male-domi- booth at the Black Women’sthe globe and rubbed - elgative, original stories that nication medium,” Leavell ert F. Kennedy was killednated industry and surviv- Expo paid special tribute tobows with presidents, - ty are attracting a new groupsaid. “There are about 200 two months later in Cali- ing decades of challenges Leavell’s 50th anniversary. coons, prominent leaders of readers. It’s a strategyBlack newspapers and fornia as he came closerin a declining print indus- Leavell currently serves as and celebrities in the - methat’s helping the Crusader about a dozen Black-owned to winning the Democratic try, 2018 marks Leavell’s chairman of the National dia, arts and entertainment. stay relevant and fresh inradio stations. Without nomination for president. 50th year as publisher ofNewspaper Publishers As- Through it all, Leavell an industry that is declin- Black newspapers, we will That August, thousands of the Chicago and Gary Cru- sociation (NNPA), also has remained grounded in ing in the digital age of thenot have the first- line of de protesters were roughed up sader newspapers—two known as “The Black Pressher purpose as an enduringInternet. fense in telling our story.” outside the Conrad Hilton historic, family-owned of America,” which - in advocate and activist in the Currently, Leavell is Dorothy Leavell was Hotel in Chicago, where Black publications. cludes more than 200 BlackBlack community. working to boost her news- born in the mid-1940s on the Democratic National The force behind this newspapers across the U.S. At a time when manypapers’ presence on social October 23, in the small Convention was held. small empire is Leavell, For five decades,historic small Black news- media in order to connect town of Pine Bluff, Ark. Two months later, Balm a tireless, hands-on pub- Leavell has managed her papers are closing their to a younger generation of When she was 15, Leavell L. Leavell, Jr., the manlisher who has stared downnewspapers under 10 U.S. doors, Leavell’s newspa- readers. But unlike many {See NNPA A-12} who co-founded the Chi- politicians, businessmen presidents, eight Illinois pers are pressing on in- difcontemporary publishers,

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quire. The ego can get in By Shaquille WoodS TINEL NEWSPAPER: to California, I had access the way of being produc- Contributing Writer You have had an interesting to everything. That’s a big tive journey as an author. What part of any career develop- LAS: What are some New York Times best- made you decide to have ment. You must put in the words of encouragement selling author, comedian, different creative careers? work that facilitates and en- for aspiring creative peo- and actor Eric Jerome Dick- ERIC JEROME DICK- hances your dream. ple? ey spoke to the Los Angeles EY: Just like any creative LAS: You started as an DICKEY: Do it because Sentinel Newspaper about person, we throw a lot of engineer and now you are you want to do it. Don’t his new book, “Bad Men things against the wall. I an artist. How does that jump in thinking this is a and Wicked Women.” The was taking acting classes, jump impact your work? guaranteed paycheck be- book takes place in Leimert doing student films, improv DICKEY: As an engi- cause there are thousands Park and delves into current theater, and taking writing neer you become accus- of comedians who will social commentary. Dickey, classes. There were a lot tomed to going from project never get a Netflix special. who is a Memphis native, of opportunities I didn’t to project. You are always You can walk into any shared his creative journey. have access to while I was looking for what your next bookstore and there are LOS ANGELES SEN- in Memphis. When I moved project will be. When I tens of thousands of writers on the shelf you prob- ably never heard of. They still kept their day jobs because they just love writing. Again, if you are in it because you love it, you are going to do the foundation and the groundwork to accomplish your goals. “Bad Men and Wicked Women” is currently on sale at his website ericje- New York Best-Selling Author Eric Jerome Dickey romedickey.com and Ama- zon. was in Memphis, there was never a time where I wasn’t preparing for my next project. Before I was published, I gave myself deadlines just like engi- quire. The ego can get in neering. Deadlines teach the way of being producor you that you shouldn’t writing a horrible short work on something for- story builds a confidence ever. that most people never ac- Everyone In brings together a coalition of leaders from government, LAS: Can you elabo- business, philanthropy, faith-and community-based organizations to encourage rate on the danger of seek- everyone to take part in solutions to homelessness. United Way’s Elise Buik, ing external validation for Wells Fargo’s Gregg Sherkin, SSG-HOPICS’ Veronica Lewis, the Natural History artists? Museum’s Dr. Lori Bettison-Varga, and Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas DICKEY: You don’t attended the Exposition Park community event. All photos by Diandra Jay. have to post what you are

doing all the time. Many PHOTO TODD GRAY Sentinel neWS Service this crisis.” people announce just to Just over a year ago, Way, Everyone In is seek approval and kudos. Hundreds of people voters passed Measure a campaign aimed at I never did that. Even now in Exposition Park got an H and Proposition HHH, engaging and activat- I just work. If you are into up-close look at solutions taxing themselves to fund ing people across LA it, whatever profession it to homelessness during supportive housing and County to take part may be, just do it. It be- United Way of Greater Los other services to address in helping their most comes about the effort and Angeles’ first-ever Every- the crisis of homeless- homeless neighbors the growth. Acting badly one In pop-up community ness. Supportive housing obtain the services they or writing a horrible short event. — which combines apart- need to build stable story builds a confidence They were treated to a ments with on-site servic- lives. The pop-up com- that most people never ac- virtual reality experience es — is safe and well de- munity event in Expo- Eric Jerome Dickey’s newest book in which formerly home- signed, with a 90 percent sition Park is the first of less people now leading success rate at keeping many large engagement stable lives shared their people from going back to events that will take powerful stories of how living on the streets. place across LA County supportive housing helped A recent poll commis- throughout the year. them. Everyone In orga- sioned by United Way Everyone In brings nizers encouraged attend- found 69 percent of LA together a coalition of ees to volunteer and get County voters said they leaders from govern- engaged at every turn. want supportive housing ment, business, phi- On hand to talk about for homeless people built lanthropy, faith-and their work, and how vol- in their own neighbor- community-based orga- unteers can help, were hoods. nizations to encourage more than 30 nonprofit“Supportive housing is everyone to take part organizations in South LA the best solution for ending in solutions to home- that provide transition as- homelessness and we now lessness. Other leaders sistance to jobs and hous- know that there’s a strong who participated in the ing, and other services. majority that supports activities at Exposi- “Homelessness is a building these solutions tion Park were Wells moral crisis which will in their neighborhoods,” Fargo vice president define our civic legacyUnited in Way President and for community affairs the eyes of future genera- CEO Elise Buik said. “We Gregg Sherkin,Natural tions,” Supervisor Mark- hope people will leave this History Museum Presi- Ridley Thomas said at the event with a greater under- dent and Director Dr. event. “There can be no standing of the benefits of Lori Bettison-Varga, conscientious objectors in supportive housing, and SSG-HOPICS Director this fight. With Measure how they can take action Veronica Lewis, and crenshaw/lax transit project business solution center H, we can scale up our to demand proven solu- Community Coalition compassion, our innova- tions to ending homeless- President and CEO Al- tion,” he added. “We can- ness.” berto Retana. The Business Solution Center (BSC) provides small not be timid in the face of Powered by United businesses impacted by construction of Metro’s Crenshaw/LAX transit line with hands-on business The New MLK Community assistance and access to a network of special support Medical Group is open services within the Crenshaw and Inglewood communities. and welcoming patients Services include: > Business coaching The MLK Community > Tax & accounting preparation Medical Group specializes in helping community members who > Capital access have been hospitalized and those > Web development & social media with chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure > Real estate counseling and kidney diseases. We coordinate > Computer & IT support care between hospitals, the medical group and community doctors. Contact the BSC to schedule a consultation or visit the We offer: BSC website to learn more about business services. Highly talented doctors for: • Diabetes • Lung Disease 323.299.9660 x2289 • Heart Disease • Surgery • Men’s and Women’s Health [email protected] • Mental Health metrobsc.net/crenshaw Doctors and staff who speak Make your appointment English and Spanish today, call 424-529-6755 New state-of-the-art ofﬁce and hi-tech equipment Hours: Monday - Friday Care management and social services 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Short wait times 2251 W. Rosecrans Ave. Ste. 18

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SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE days in Philadelphia with porate offices will be closed from several national and tiveness of the measures my leadership team listen- in the afternoon of Tuesday, local experts confronting we undertake. Starbucks Coffee Com- ing to the community, May 29. During that time, racial bias, including Earlier this week, Star- pany (NASDAQ: SBUX) learning what we did wrong partners will go through a Bryan Stevenson, founder bucks began a review of its announced recently it will and the steps we need to training program designed and executive director of training and practices to be closing its more than take to fix it,” said Star- to address implicit bias, the Equal Justice Initiative; make important reforms 8,000 company-owned bucks CEO Kevin Johnson. promote conscious inclu- Sherrilyn Ifill, president where necessary to ensure stores in the United States “While this is not limited to sion, prevent discrimination and director-counsel of the our stores always represent on the afternoon of May 29 Starbucks, we’re commit- and ensure everyone inside NAACP Legal Defense our Mission and Values, by to conduct racial-bias educa- tedtobeingapartofthe a Starbucks store feels safe and Education Fund; providing a safe and inclu- tion geared toward prevent- solution. Closing our stores and welcome. community leaders and Heather McGhee, presi- sive environment for our ing discrimination in our for racial-bias training is “The company’s found- Starbucks partners. “We dent of Demos; former customers and partners. stores. The training will be just one step in a journey ing values are based on will learn from our mis- U.S. Attorney General Eric Once completed, the provided to nearly 175,000 that requires dedication humanity and inclusion,” takes and reaffirm our com- Holder; and Jonathan company will make the partners (employees) across from every level of our said executive chairman mitment to creating a safe Greenblatt, CEO of the education materials avail- the country and will become company and partnerships Howard Schultz, who and welcoming environ- Anti-Defamation League. able to other companies, part of the onboarding in our local communities.” joined Johnson and other ment for every customer.” Starbucks will involve including our licensee part- process for new partners. All Starbucks company- senior Starbucks leaders in The curriculum will be these experts in monitoring ners, for use with their “I’ve spent the last few owned retail stores and cor- Philadelphia to meet with developed with guidance and reviewing the effec- employees and leadership. NNPA National Black Voter NAACP Statement on Starbucks Registration Drive Begins in N.C. and Growing Climate of

BY CASH MICHAELS NNPA Newswire Racism and Intolerance BY DERRICK JOHNSON “Every day people of Ten-member newspapers NAACP President and CEO color find themselves at the of the North Carolina Black mercy of the stereotypes and Publishers Association The National Association embedded fears of others. (NCBPA) and Dr. Benjamin for the Advancement of Col- How else can we explain Chavis, Jr. the president and ored People (NAACP), the why 14-year-old Brennan CEO of the National News- nation’s premier civil rights Walker who missed his bus paper Publishers Association organization, issued the fol- on his way to school would (NNPA), have agreed to lowing statement following be shot at by a homeowner mount a statewide campaign the disgraceful arrest of two just outside Detroit? Or to maximize the African African American men in a explain Saheed Vassell, a American vote for the 2018 THE WILMINGTON JOURNAL NNPA Philadelphia Starbucks. mentally-ill man in Brooklyn Derrick Johnson midterm elections. Mary Alice Thatch, the pub- NNPA President and CEO “The arrest of two Black fired at ten times and shot lisher of “The Wilmington Dr. Benjamin Chavis, Jr. NAACP President and CEO The NNPA is a trade men at a Philadelphia Star- dead by police officers. Or Journal” and the president said that Democrats and group that represents over why Stephon Clark was shot of the NCBPA, said that the Republicans must advertise bucks represents another 200 Black-owned media Black Press must develop a in the Black Press to reach ominous signal of the at 20 times and hit 8 times, companies that reach more plan to get young, Black the powerful Black voting increasingly dangerous envi- mainlyintheback,bypolice than 20 million readers, com- people to vote. bloc. ronment for African Ameri- officers in Sacramento, based bined, in print and online, cans. Less than two weeks on the assumption that he every week. state, and once the pertinent now and November,” Thatch after we honor the life and was the culprit responsible The campaign will focus voting data is obtained, a said, adding that the “GOTV work of Dr. King and 50 for breaking into cars. We are on an aggressive voter regis- campaign should be devel- initiative should also focus years after the Kerner Com- at least glad in the case of tration drive, community- oped around it. The cam- on rural communities.” mission found racism and Starbucks that no one mis- level education on important paign should be featured Helping the community to police brutality at the root of took a wallet for a gun. issues, and a mobilization prominently across social understand that “empower- public unrest in our commu- often unaware of—can and “All too often these effort—all designed to reach media platforms and Black ment through voting” is the nities, we still have a long does make its way into our issues are discussed in pass- young, Black eligible voters. celebrities should also be key, Dr. Chavis said. Directing way to go towards becoming actions and policies. ing episodic ways by media. North Carolina, Texas enlisted to spread the word. young people to register anationwhereapersonis “We know if two Black Racism and biases that and Florida are considered to “In our plan, we should online via “Rock the Vote,” in judged by the content of men in Philadelphia require make simply breathing be important states that could have coverage of the whole part to eliminate the normal their character and not the six police officers to hand- while Black so dangerous change the makeup of the state—all 100 counties,” Dr. complications to voter regis- color of their skin. cuff and arrest them for will not just go away with- United States Congress, if Chavis said, adding that the tration, is also another strategy “The Starbucks situation waiting to order coffee, then out our society committing the Black vote flexes its mus- effort should, “especially tar- that should be implemented. provides dangerous insight we begin to understand the more resources to discus- cle. The Black Press is con- get African Americans, who Dr. Chavis also empha- regarding the failure of our mind state that allows for sion, education and training sidered essential in those are eligible to vote, but are sized that NCBPA members nation to take implicit bias such overzealous and reac- on implicit bias and racism. states to mobilize that elec- not registered…in 2018.” should immediately seek to seriously. We refuse to tionary use of deadly force If we refuse to, we’ll contin- toral strength. Dr. Chavis said that he’s get available advertising dol- believe that our unconscious by those who are paid to ue to face the consequences Primaries in North Caroli- seen figures from 2012 that lars to publicize voter regis- bias—the racism we are serve and protect. of our failure to do so.” na are scheduled for May 8. the number of eligible, tration efforts. The Black Press in North unregistered Blacks in North “We should make voter Carolina and in other states Carolina was between registration easy [for young will play a powerful role in 400,000–500,000. He said people], not hard,” Chavis educating Black voters about that figure is most likely said. political candidates across higher now, because of voter Thatch agreed. the country and mobilizing suppression, and the purging “We’re going to have to those Black voters to go to of state voter rolls. develop an agenda to get the polls. From now until Septem- young people to vote,” As the power of the ber, Dr. Chavis said that voter Thatch said, focusing on Black vote continues to rise, registration must be empha- issues like police brutality, and with billions—not mil- sized. Then from September poverty, the achievement lions—of dollars projected to to November 4, GOTV must gap, better employment and be spent on advertising, dur- take center-stage. small business opportunities. ing the 2018 midterm elec- Part of the plan is to iden- Additionally, economic tions, Dr. Chavis said that tify 20 North Carolina cities development in the Black Democrats and Republicans where the NNPA-Cash- community should also be must advertise in the Black Works HD Productions 2014 emphasized, as an important Press to reach that crucial award-winning film, “Par- outgrowth of voting.” voting bloc. dons of Innocence: the In the meantime, the Unfortunately, both the Wilmington Ten,” can be Black Press should continue Democratic and Republican screened in concert with a to report about the value of parties have traditionally locally-coordinated voter the African American vote in proven to be sorely lacking registration drive. their papers. when it comes to advertising Dr. Chavis, who is rec- “We can’t expect other in the Black Press. ognized as the leader of the people to value us more than Despite clear evidence “Wilmington Ten”—10 we do,” Dr. Chavis cau- that African Americans are civil rights activists falsely tioned, adding that he was their most loyal voters, the convicted of arson and willing to come back to Democrats, have been imprisoned in the 1971 for North Carolina to help for- accused of taking the Black the destruction of a White- mulate the plan. vote for granted. Meanwhile, owned grocery store during The ten NCBPA member others have said that Republi- the height of racial unrest newspapers present were The can candidates seem to ignore in the city—would accom- Wilmington Journal; The the Black community entirely. pany the film to speak with Carolina Peacemaker; The NCBPA publishers agree audiences about the impor- Carolina Times; the Carolina that the political parties must tance of voting and citizen- Call; The Carolinian; Greater be challenged, immediately, ship. Diversity News; The Fayet- while advertising budget Mary Alice Thatch, the teville Press; The County decisions are being made. publisher of “The Wilming- News; The Daily Drum; and Dr. Chavis, a North Car- ton Journal” and the presi- The Urban News. olina native, said that the get- dent of the NCBPA, said that Four of the NCBPA out-the-vote (GOTV) strate- the film was successfully newspapers—The Carolina gy should be “data driven” screened in Lumberton, Call, The Urban News, The for all of the state’s 100 coun- N.C., in March, to over 400 Daily Drum and The Fayet- ties. He noted that each of people from there and sur- teville Press—plan to apply North Carolina’s African rounding counties. for membership to the American newspapers “We want to recreate that National Newspaper Pub- together cover the entire spirit in 20 locations between lishers Association. A-6 LASENTINEL.NET OPINION THURSDAY,FEBRUARYTHURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2018 16, 2017 • DR. MAULANA KARENGA •

She stepped on the tur- comes forth triumphant; masses, inspired and men- regardless of the costs. mothers and fathers of us bulent stage of African and resilient and ever-resisting tored the youth in strug- Nomzamo, the ever all than to continue this human history with a con- one. It is she who stood up gle and opened a way for striving and struggling one, awesome world-encom- centrated and consuming in the apartheid caves called women to advance forward is the Mother of the Nation, passing struggle, rightfully fire against the oppressorcourts and refused to be re- and understand and assert but she is also a daughter of attending to ourselves and and life-giving water for ferred to as a number. “My themselves in valued, valu- her people and the libera- reaching out to others, and the people. No, she was not name is Nomzamo Win- able and expansive ways. tion movement that brought giving constant due consid- one to ask permission to nie Madizikela Mandela I Reaffirming that her- rela her into being and made her eration to the well-being of live free in her own land, or would like to be addressed tionship with her world- mother. And the people are the world. Indeed, we must to exercise freely the rights as such”, she defiantly - de renowned companion in the makers of the Move- finish the fight and achieve she had by birth and by just manded. struggle was an equal and ment, indeed, its mothers the truly free society and being human. Nor did she Let us remember her mutually respecting one, and fathers. In the tradition good world we all deserve engage the enemies of Af- well with Izibongo, praise she states, “I have a good of our ancestors, we have and to which Nomzamo rican and human freedom songs, reflection and -righ DR. MAULANA KARENGA relationship with Mandela. many mothers and fathers, and our ancestors and our as a summer soldier, but teous and relentless resis- But I’m not Mandela’s for we know and hold firm people have sacrificed so came to the battlefield withtance; she who left us an earth and the ever-burning product. I am the product to the principle and practice much. The word at the me- a deep-rooted defiance anduplifting abundance of in- light she has left in the sky. of the masses of my coun- that it takes a whole com- morial was that Nomzamo determination and vowed spiring and instructive les- The signs held high at her try and the product of my munity to raise a child, free did not die, she multiplied. not to walk away until the sons of life and struggle. We memorial read in the record enemy”. a people or bring a nation May each and all of us be war of liberation was won. speak of one who refused to the love and honor for her To say that she is a into being. counted among these who A freedom fighter of fire be defeated by the savagery and call her forth forever, product of the masses of And in the midst of all continue to struggle, keep and water and an all-sea- of apartheid and White su- defining her as “faithful her people is to reaffirm herthe mothers and the fathers the faith, and hold the sons soldier, she laid down premacy masquerading as servant”, “fearless spirit” people’s role in calling her of our nations whom we line till victory. And then in life and rose up in radi- civilization. They burned and “comrade forever”— into being, nurturing and raise up and rightly revere: we can truly say, as an ance in the heavens, April down her house and she indeed, comrade and co- supporting her, and urging Nomzamo; Nelson Man- achieved reality rather than 2, 2018 and now sits in the built countless others in the combatant in every battle her to wage struggle, en- dela; Aminata Harriet Tub- an aspiration in process: sacred circle of the ances- hearts and minds of the peo- fought, every struggle dure and dare to win. And man; Kwame Nkrumah, Ekugcineni sikhululekile! tors. ple that they could not burn waged and every act and to say she is a product of Yaa Asantewa; Malcolm Amandla ngabantu; Aman- We speak here of or bulldoze down. They ar- work to uphold and ad- the enemy, is to say the en- X, Fannie Lou Hamer and dla ngawethu! We are free Nomzamo Winnie Zanyiwe rested her repeatedly, tor- vance freedom, justice and emy forced her to fight for all the others too numerous at last! Power to the people! Madikizela Mandela (Sep- tured and brutalized her, other good in the world. the freedom he took, the to name here, we must not Power to us! Kwa kweli, tember 26, 1936), daughter but she was not frightened She campaigned tire- rights and dignity he de- forget the very people who tumeshinda! Truly, we have of Columbus Madikizela or defeated by the winter lessly for 27 years for Man- nied, and the kind of family made and make them and won! and Nomathasanga Ger- wolves that surrounded her, dela’s release from captiv- life he refused to allow for us possible, our people, Af- trude Mzaidume Madikiz- tearing at her will and flesh ity in the context of her herself and her people. But rican people ever engaged Maulana Karenga, ela; mother of Zenani Man- with torture, beatings and fierce and exacting fightit is she who chose to fight in righteous and relentless Professor and Chair of dela-Dlamini and Zindziwe threats of a horrible death. for the freedom, rights and rather than concede, and struggle to be ourselves, Africana Studies, Califor- Mandela; former wife and She said, “There is noth- dignity of her people. She thus in the final analysis,free it ourselves and bring a nia State University-Long continuing companion in ing the government has not was his voice and victory is not the enemy or oppres- deep and broad-reaching Beach; Executive Direc- love and struggle of Ro- done to me. There isn’t any over captivity, his mes- sor who really produces good in the world. Indeed, tor, African American Cul- lihlahla Nelson Mandela; pain I haven’t known”. And sage and messenger to the her, but she, herself, who in Nomzamo asked us to re- tural Center (Us); Creator Mother of the Nation; and “there is no longer anything people, his witness and the context of community member all the other heroes of Kwanzaa; and author freedom fighter of the liber- I can fear”. Indeed, she en- window to the world. And makes herself, becomes and heroines of the Libera- of Kwanzaa: A Celebra- ation movement that called dured the pain, survived the she was the major face and the all-seasons soldier the tion Movement in and out tion of Family, Community her into being and created worst, stood up and walked moving force for the Move- Movement and historical of ANC, singling out Steve and Culture and Essays the context and challenges out, and went boldly back ment when so many others moment demanded. Thus, Biko, and stressing praise on Struggle: Position and to make her into what she to the battlefield, standing were in captivity, in exile she is in reality a product for the heroic efforts and Analysis, www.AfricanA- would become. tall and towering over the or underground. It is she and producer of the Move- sacrifices of everyday peo- mericanCulturalCenter- It is the beauty and bold- small-minded, short sighted who called the people to ment in which she learned ple. LA.org; www.OfficialK- ness of her name that pre- and low-life men that sav- continue and intensify the to be fearless, defiant, - de And how better can we wanzaaWebsite.org; www. dicts and promises what she aged her. struggle, demanded more termined, self-sacrificing honor our rightly raised MaulanaKarenga.org would become and be, de- It is the overwhelming of both the leaders and the and committed to victory up and revered ancestors, fiantly do and audaciously love of her people that lifts dare. Her name, as she lived her up in history and in the it, is Nomzamo, she who heavens, raising and prais- • A BLACK PERSPECTIVE • LARRY AUBRY strives and struggles, she ing her name for the awe- who goes through trials and some work she has done on

the los aNgeles seNtiNel I’m sure my readers’ are Negroes in this country. accepted tradition is dam- wondering what possible They are not our equals in aging to our fate and dig- connection exists between intelligence, sense of re- nity—and shape our lives Albert Einstein, the responsibility or reliability.” accordingly. nowned theoretical physi- I am firmly con- I believe that who- DANNY J. BAKEWELL SR. cist who developed the vinced that whoever be- ever tries to think things Executive Publisher / CEO general theory of relativ- lieves this suffers from a through honestly will soon JENNIFER J. THOMAS ity—and Black Lives Mat- fatal misconception. Your recognize how unworthy, Publisher ters. (BLM) The connec- ancestors dragged these and even fatal, is the tra- KENNETH R. THOMAS Publisher / CEO (1983-1997) tion is surprising but quite Black people from their ditional bias against Ne- RUTH WASHINGTON evident in reading Ein- homes by force; and in groes. What, however, can Business Manager / Publisher (1948-1990) stein’s “The Negro Ques- the white man’s quest for the man of good will do to COL. LEON WASHINGTON JR. tion” (1946). In it, Einstein wealth and an easy life, combat this deeply rooted Founder / Publisher (1933-1974) LARRY AUBRY PAMELA A. BAKEWELL contends white America’s they have been ruthlessly prejudice? He must have Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Officer tradition of individualism suppressed and exploited, the courage to set an exam- DANNY J. BAKEWELL JR. and an attitude of superior- thinking of the relation- degraded into slavery. The ple by word and deed, and Executive Editor/ Chief of Staff ity towards Blacks, espe- ship between individual modern prejudice against must watch lest his children BRENDA MARSH-MITCHELL Executive Assistant to the Publisher cially, were more important people and of the attitude Negroes is the desire to become influenced by this Member of the Board of Directors(2004-2014) than its “democratic politi- they maintain toward one maintain this unworthy racial bias. cal constitution.” Einstein another. condition. I do not believe there is BRANDON I. BROOKS, Managing Editor and BLM are connected In the United States, There could be no talk a way in which this deep- Entertainment Editor/Sports Editor/Advertising because his observations everyone feels assured of of racial differences. And ly entrenched evil can be ANGELA HOWARD, Family Editor/Production Designer/ of how America perceived his worth as an individual. yet, Aristotle, one of the quickly healed. But until Circulation/Distribution Black people are as true as No one humbles himself great Greek philosophers, this goal is reached, there CORA JACKSON-FOSSETT, Religion Editor/Production ever. before another person or declared slaves inferior be- is no greater satisfaction Designer/Staff Writer The Negro Question: class. Even the great dif- ings who were justly sub- for a just and well-meaning E. MESIYAH MCGINNIS, Photographer “I am writing as one ference in wealth, the su- dued and deprived of their person than the knowledge AMANDA SCURLCOK, Staff Writer/Sports Writer who has lived among you in perior power of a few can- liberty. It is clear that he that he has devoted his best America only a little more not undermine this healthy, was enmeshed in a preju- energies to the service of JENNIFER BIHM, Staff Writer than ten years. And I am self-confidence and natural dice from which, despite this good cause.” BRIAN CARTER, Staff Writer writing seriously and warn- respect for the dignity of his extraordinary intellect, Einstein was right. KIMBERLEE BUCK, Staff Writer ingly. Many readers may one’s fellow man. he could not free himself. However, the bigger ques- CLIFFORD RUSSELL, Advertising ask: “What right has he to There is, however, a A large part of our atti- tion, arguably, is whether BERNARD LLOYD, Advertising speak about things which somber point in the so- tude toward things is con- Black people themselves concern us alone, and cial outlook of Americans. ditioned by opinions and will help to sustain the IRIS STANDFORD, Classified which no newcomer should Their sense of equal- emotions, which we uncon- BLM Movement beyond a N a r : atioNal dvertisiNg epreseNtative touch?” I do not think such ity and human dignity is sciously absorb as children “flavor of the day” status. 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• JESSE JACKSON • • KHALID SHAH • U.S. strike against Syria When Children are forced is one more step toward to Protect Themselves a lawless presidency 2018 Vote for Your Lives “We’re not where we’re fighting for Savannah “Mission accom- argued, the U.S. and its supposed to be!” These Walker who died trying to plished,” announced Presi- allies must act to punish the were the words heard by save her friend when a gun- dent Donald Trump after alleged violation of the over 800,000 young people man opened fire at a con- the United States, France global ban. This attack, it is who showed up on a brisk cert! I’m here for Jordan and England unleashed argued, “draws a line.” Saturday afternoon in Edwards, 15, killed by more than 100 missiles on The problem with act- Washington D.C. On police with an AR-15 rifle Syria in reaction to the ing alone, however, is clear. March 24th, 2018 as people while driving from a party regime’s alleged use of The powerful will act only from over 800 cities across in Texas! It is important for chemical weapons against to punish opponents who the nation and millions of the world to know how its own people. are weak. The U.S. will not viewers eyes were trans- many young AfricanAmeri- What the mission attack allies like Saudi Ara- fixed on their television cans continue to lose their accomplished, however, bia for waging what screens, Yolanda King, the lives every day in this should alarm us all. It will increasingly appears to be a granddaughter of the great Khalid Shah country. We are here as a do nothing to end the suf- Jesse Jackson genocidal war in Yemen. It Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. united front and pledged fering of the Syrian people, will not attack adversaries took the stage with one of a White person. African solidarity to the parkland as the fighting continues in Over the last 25 years, like China or Russia who the Parkland Florida shoot- Americans make up only organizers and youth a brutal civil war now in its after the U.S. became the are nuclear powers. ing survivor Emma Gonza- 12.3% of the U.S. popula- around the country!” seventh year. It will do sole global power with the It attacks Syria only les. In the same fashion her tion but account for 14% of For decades, leaders nothing to weaken the grip collapse of the Soviet because Syria is an adver- late grandfather did fifty the 13,000 gun related and community activists in of Bashar al-Assad who, Union, there have been sary and is weak and can- years earlier; the young homicides each year. The African American commu- backed by Russia and Iran, efforts to develop the right not defend itself. Miss King used her voice disparities continue in US nitiesacross the Country has consolidated his hold to protect, essentially giv- This is hardly the way to give a clarion call to both cities with far less fanfare have marched in the streets, on much of Syria. ing authority for attacking a to enforce justice or legal young and old across the and in many cases, indiffer- burned candles, prayed in The major casualties of regime to stop genocidal order. Country, ”I have a dream ence with privileged atti- churches, mosque and tem- the raid are international attacks on its people. But If the world will not that enough is enough, and tudes that blames the vio- ples with little or no real law and the Constitution of the right to protect can be join in enforcing the ban on that this should be a gun lence on “those people” action to address the root the United States, for this enforced only with UN chemical weapons, the ban free world”. Her words and “their” communities. causes of violence. Sociol- act openly violated both. sanction. Otherwise it sim- will be undermined. We were followed with a rally- While the effects of the ogists have identified many The UN Charter — the ply becomes an excuse for would be better off rousing ing cry by the crowd, Vote mayhem on victims are of those root causes as poor charter that the United the strong to use when global outrage at the Syri- them out Vote them out, similar, the response has living conditions, fractured States played a major role deciding to attack the ans for using chemical Vote them out! been strikingly different families, drugs infested in drafting after World War weak. weapons and at the Rus- The organizers were from politicians and organ- neighborhoods, gangs, and II — prohibits the unpro- The U.S. Constitution sians and Chinese for young and energetic. Most izations such as the NRA, childhood trauma. They voked attack of one country gives Congress the right to blocking international of them were under the age and other gun enthusiasts. theorize these causes origi- on another, except in self- declare war. Congress has action, than taking the law of 18. They were survivors The organizers of the nate from physical, emo- defense, or with the sanc- provided no authority to into our own hands. of one of the worst school March 24th 2018, March tional, and verbal abuse. tion of the United Nations wage war on Syria. Violation of interna- massacres in American his- on Washington ensured “We’ve had to devise our itself. Punitive attacks are The result is that the tional law and the Constitu- tory. The shooting took they reached out to other own strategies to save our- outlawed for the very rea- president now openly tion can be dismissed as place at Stoneman Douglas cities and communities that selves.We are inspired that son that they are an excuse asserts the right to attack legalistic concerns. Syria High School in Parkland, had been affected by gun those kids had the wisdom that the strong use to wage any country on his own has committed an outrage. Florida. 17 young people violence in years past. On and insight to include vic- warontheweak.Syria hook, without the authority The United States and its were slaughtered by a lone the stage and prominently tims of other communities” poses no threat to the U.S. of the United Nations or the allies have punished them. gunman wielding an AR-15 sharing the platform were said Lawanda Monroe, or its allies. sanction of Congress. A But legal authority is what assault rifle. young people and victims Executive Director of Stop The U.S. and its allies president above the law is a separates legitimate use of The assaults on the 16 from Chicago, Los Ange- the Violence Increase the attacked even as an inde- violation of the founding force from criminality. students and one school les, New York and other Peace Foundation.” pendent group — the principles of this Republic. Respect for the law is what staff member represent the cities. They were Black, The genius of the Organization for the Prohi- Some justify the act separates the civilized from fifth school shooting in Brown, Asian, and others organizers represents the bition of Chemical because the missile strikes the jungle. 2018. It also marks the whose voices have been evolution for a mass move- Weapons — was on its way are aimed to enforce the This strike will make 187th school shooting crying out for decades ment that will not take no to Syria to investigate the treaty that bans the use of the president look “tough.” since April 20, 1999; 18 pleading for politicians to for an answer. Politicians, site and possibly provide chemical weapons, which It will likely boost his years ago, at 11:19 a.m. help stop the violence in mostly republicans have independent assessment as Syria has signed. The use approval ratings. But it is when 13 people were killed inner city communities. been criticized for being to whether a chemical of chemical weapons is an one more step toward a and20wereinjuredina The granddaughter of compromised by the NRA attack occurred and, if so, outrage that should trigger lawless and unaccountable similar attack. While the the great Dr. Martin Luther who represents one of the by whom. The attack took international action. Russia executive that threatens the latest shootings garnered King Jr. said, “I have a strongest lobbies in Wash- place without even that and China have stopped the very basis of our democra- outrage across the globe, dream of a world free of ington D.C. Tragedy and assessment. UN from acting. So, it is cy. young people in African guns and assault rifles.”18- political complacency has American communities year old D’Angelo forced this painful alliance • TERI WILLIAMS • werereminded of the every- McDade from the West to take matters into their day gun violence that rid- Side of Chicago stated, “I own hands, it’s encourag- dles homes and doorstepsin too, am a victim, a sur- ing and hopeful to see poor communitieson a vivor, and a victor of gun young people working to TheLegacyofDr.Kingand daily basis with little or no violence. Another student, save their own lives. fanfare. a 17-year old male from In2018, we will be asking According to a CDC Louisville stated, “I’m here youth,18 years and older to the ‘Bank In’ Movement statistic, African Americans fighting for Dequante Vote for Your Lives! are eight times more likely Hobbs Jr. a 7-year old Khalid Shah is the to be murdered by a gun gunned down when a stray Founder and Senior Advi- The night before Dr. Vice President and Chief than Whites. In Wisconsin, bullet pierced his body sor for the Stop the Vio- Martin Luther King Jr. was Loan Officer. Mr. Fulp, a black person is 26 times while he was eating cake at lence Increase the Peace assassinated – 50 years ago who previously worked at more likely to be shot than the dinner table! I’m here Foundation. – he delivered his last two large banks in Boston speech, “I’ve Seen the and saw first-hand the dis- Promised Land,” in Mem- criminatory policies of “The Bank with a Pur- ate income, including Rox- for economic and social phis Tennessee and encour- banks including redlining pose.” OneUnited became bury, Dorchester, Liberty justice including support- aged the crowd of 2,500 stated, “Place of residency the first Black interstate City, South Central and ing #BlackLivesMatter. people to strengthen Black is given more weight than bank, expanding beyond Compton. After 50 years, the lega- institutions including Black any other factor when com- Boston by acquiring banks The bank launched an cy of Dr. Martin Luther banks. mercial banks grant loans. in Miami and Los Angeles. internet bank in 2005 with King Jr. lives on through “…we’ve got to Slum residents are eliminat- The bank received a desig- mobile banking and 25,000 the legacy of Unity Bank strengthen Black institu- ed solely on the basis of nation as a Community surcharge free ATMs and and Trust, the current work Teri Williams tions. I call upon you to where they live. This drives Development Financial built an exciting online of OneUnited Bank and all take your money out of the those who can least afford it Institution (CDFI) by the community through social Black banks. We are hon- banks downtown and inspired by the activism of to finance companies and U.S. Department of Treas- media.OneUnitedBankis ored to carry the deposit your money in Tri- millennials and the loan sharks who charge ury and loaned over $2 bil- “unapologetically Black.” torch…and recognize the State Bank. We want a #BankBlack movement. unreasonable interest.” lion to communities that The bank continues to importance of passing the ‘bank-in’ movement in Unity Bank was found- Unity Bank was founded to are over 70% or more focus on financial literacy baton from “bank in” to Memphis.” ed 50 years ago when there change all of that. minority and low to moder- and, importantly, advocates #BankBlack. During that same year were 14,000 commercial Although progress has of 1968, the predecessor of banks in the U.S. of which been slow, there continues OneUnited Bank, Unity only 20 were Black con- to be hope and opportunity David G. Brown Editorial Cartoon Bank and Trust Company, trolled. Established to give inspired by the was founded in Roxbury, equal economic opportuni- #BankBlack and #Buy- Massachusetts. Today, ty to the Black residents of Black movements and sup- OneUnited has grown to Roxbury and Dorchester, ported by the internet and become the largest Black Massachusetts, Unity Bank advancements in technolo- owned bank and first Black embarked on this journey gy. The Black community internet bank in the coun- with the slogan, “The Bank has begun to focus on Dr. try. Tri-State Bank has also with a Purpose!” It provid- King’s economic message grown over the years as it ed free seminars on con- by recognizing the power continues to serve the sumer education, invest- of its $1.2 trillion in annual greater Black community ments, credit and how spending to build genera- of Memphis. And Mechan- banking works. tional wealth. Black banks ic & Farmers of North Car- Unity Bank was con- and credit unions are proud olina, the oldest Black ceived by John T. Hayden, a to be at the forefront of this bank, is celebrating its Black graduate of Harvard burgeoning understanding 111th anniversary. In Business School and organ- of the power of “collective honor of the late Dr. King, ized by the late Donald E. economics.” and his legacy and vision- Sneed, Chairman and Presi- Nearly 50 years later, ary leadership, we reflect dent, Marvin E. Gilmore, OneUnited Bank continues on his call for a “bank in” Vice President, and C. the legacy of Unity Bank, movement as we are Bernard Fulp, Assistant including its mission to be A-8 LOSLASENTINEL.NET ANGELES SENTINEL OPINION NEWS THURSDAY, THURSDAY, DECEMBER APRIL 19, 26, 2018 2013

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rect, positive impact. target all customers, with a “Electric vehicles are focus on low-income com- our future,” said Funder- munities who often lack the burk, Jr. “One, the utility access to environmentally- needs more load as people friendly EVs for participa- reduce electricity so fixed tion in LADWP programs. costs will force rates up The benefits of owning a unless we have more load. used EV include lower mile- Number two, electric vehi- age and maintenance costs cles are used, are helpful to for the owner as well as a our balancing out our grid. reduction in local air pol- We have more renewables lution caused by traditional on our grid and electric ve- fuel vehicles. hicles will allow us to price “This is a cultural shift electricity so that people and Crenshaw is at ground get [it] cheap when it’s not zero,” said Funderburk, Jr. PHOTO BY KRISTINA DIXON FOR SENTINEL in demand and they’ll have In order to encourage (L-R) William Funderburk, Jr. Vice President, Board of Water & Power Commissioners and Aura Vasquez, to pay when it is, that’s the more people to “go EV”, Board of Water & Power Commissioners bottom line. But right now, LADWP is working to in- what we are bringing to crease the city’s EV infra- ly, folks wouldn’t have the Crenshaw is free electric- structure to combat “range opportunity to have a top ity. We are bringing free gas. anxiety”—the fear that EVs of the line EV charging sta- This is free gas, all you need will run out of power before tion and this is why we de- to do is get an electric vehi- it reaches a charging-point. cided to do it here because cle or a plug in and it can be “I think the important we want this community any type of plug in.” thing also is this is not just to thrive. We want to be a The Used EV Rebate about Crenshaw, this is good partner and therefore David S. Cunningham, Jr. Pilot Program is open to all about the entire city,” said we believe that everybody individuals residing perma- Funderburk, Jr. “When the should have the chance to nently in LADWP’s service entire city benefits, then get an EV and feel com- territory. Education and out- Crenshaw benefits. Some- fortable that they’re going reach about the program will times Crenshaw wasn’t get- to leave their home and they’re going to go to the store and they’re not going to be stranded in the middle of the road, but they are going to have a place in their community where they can really take advantage of renewables and PHOTO BY KRISTINA DIXON FOR SENTINEL EV. This is the equitable LADWP Electric Vehicle provided by KIA part that we are constantly [pushing] and commissioner Funderburk, Jr. has ting its fair share, so when proved a queuing system burk, Jr. and Vasquez con- been a real lead on helping everybody … you know, similar to the DMV. The tinue to serve vital roles in us really understand how Chips{continued from Pg. A-1} it’s like a rising tide raises goal is to turn the highly advocating and implement- we can make our programs all ships, that’s all this is trafficked service center ing equitable solutions. more equitable and distrib- about. This isn’t about re- into a state-of-the-art fa- The Crenshaw Service ute in places where there’s ally ‘targeting’ some areas, cility that will ultimately Center revitalization and the most need.” sometimes you do have serve as the template and beautification is just the In addition, LADWP to target areas in order to model for all renovated beginning. The Crenshaw is continuing to provide do equity. Because when LADWP Customer Service Customer Service Center the Charge Up, LA! EV it looks like this and you Centers across the city. parking lot previously had charger rebate program for need to make it look like “This is for the commu- two EV chargers before residences, multi-family that… and you’re not real- nity and we hope that this undergoing renovations at housing units and commer- ly taking away from people incentivizes this area to go the end of 2017 through cial properties. Visit www. who ‘have,’ what you’re more EV,” said Vasquez. March of 2018 to increase ladwp.com/ev for details. doing is giving, bringing “At DWP, we have some the number of EV chargers For more information people to the baseline, the very exciting incentives to 22 chargers. on the used EV rebate, people who ‘don’t have.’” for people like you and “Often-times the city Los Angeles residents The Crenshaw Custom- me—young people—may- struggles to really bring can visit www.ladwp. Parking / Charging Hours: er Service Center is one of be new parents, maybe programs where there’s the com/usedEVrebate, call 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday - Friday six, LADWP-owned ser- new families that come to- most need,” said Vasquez. (866) 484-0433 or email 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday vice stations that are being gether, maybe older people “At DWP, we want to lead UsedEVRebate@ladwp. Overnight Parking is Prohibited. revitalized. The Crenshaw that want to save on their the way by bringing more com. Unauthorized Vehicles May Cited And Towed Away At location is leading the way bill to go EV including a equity where it’s most Owners Expense. as the Board of Water and used EV rebate.” needed. So, we know that Power Commissioners ap- Commissioner Funder- in this neighborhood usual-

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Prior to meeting Cos- case at all. by, Baker-Kinney had “We are here to try the been to at least one other case about Andrea Con- party where she took a stand, not all of these other Quaalude. women and when the ju- “Who gave you the rors issue their verdict on Quaaludes? Mesereau this case, we feel it will be asked. “Bill Cosby,” Bak- as it should be, not guilty,” er-Kinney said. Benson said. Mesereau replied: Wyatt called Allred “No, who gave “Awful you Red,” the and Bloom, Quaaludes? You said“Blasphemous.” you took a Quaalude “These before women get on the party. Who the gave stand as youpart of Allred’s the Quaaludes?” con,” Wyatt said. “This is To which Baker- a classic example of a con Kinney said, “a friend.”happening.” Mesereau also got her to Prosecutors had no admit she had used co- comment while Allred said (POOL PHOTO) caine and other drugs at she believed Cosby and his Former super model Janice Dickinson testified for various points throughout team are “avoiding the is- the prosecution against comedian Bill Cosby in the her life. sue.” comedian’s sexual assault trial in Norristown, Pa. The jury also heard from Heidi Thomas and AP PHOTO/MATT SLOCUM Chelan Lasha. {continued from Pg. A-1} Bill Cosby gestures to supporters as he departs A client of noted at- Airbnb his sexual assault trial, Friday, April 13, 2018, at the torney Gloria Allred, La- Montgomery County Courthouse in Norristown, Pa. sha once appeared at a press conference where Allred demanded Cosby By Stacy M. Brown hotel restaurant with Cosby pay $100 million to her NNPA Newswire and his music director, she clients. felt woozy and “out of it.” Allred, who represents Sex, drugs, and a for- Dickinson said she fol- many of the women who mer supermodel took center lowed Cosby to his room have claimed that Cosby stage during Day 4 of the re- and, although she felt assaulted them and whose trial of comedian Bill Cosby. drugged at dinner, she pro- daughter, Lisa Bloom, The comedian is on trial ceeded to take several pho- represents Dickinson, for three counts of aggra- tographs of Cosby as he sat were both in the court- vated indecent assault stem- at a desk on a telephone and room. ming from a 2004 incident she got comfortable on the Allred told NNPA with former Temple Univer- bed. Newswire on Thursday sity employee Andrea Con- During cross examina- that she withdrew the stand. tion, Cosby’s attorney Tom$100 million demand af- Cosby is a former Tem- Mesereau asked her why sheter Cosby was criminally Airbnb host, Peggy at her listing in Los Angeles. (courtesy of Airbnb) ple trustee. didn’t include the alleged charged. Prosecutors have been al- incident in her book. Dick- Though she has a long cities along with all the can Art located on the their part to help local lowed to call five witnesses inson said publisher Judith rap sheet that includes ly- unique things it has to of- 3rd floor of Macy’s in businesses.the who said they were drugged Regan and ghostwriter Pab- ing to police and prostitu- fer, Airbnb has partnered Baldwin Hills Crenshaw “In 2017, the Airbnb and raped by Cosby decades lo Fenjves took “poetic li- tion, mention of Lasha’s with the Los Angeles Sen- Plaza. Attendees will community generated ago. cense” and wrote what they criminal history was lim- tinel and Taste of Soul to have the opportunity to more than $1.4 billion in Each of the witnesses, thought would sell. The duo ited by O’Neill to just a host a community recep- speak and hear from local economic impact city of however, presented much of Regan and Fenjves also recent conviction of mak- tion. The event will show Airbnb hosts about their Los Angeles. This is sig- baggage for the district at- collaborated with O.J. Simp- ing a false statement. residents the benefits -be experiences in dealing nificant income for the torney to overcome. son on the infamous and un- While Cosby’s spokes- coming Airbnb hosts and with guests from around city, and it is being spread Janice Dickinson, one of published book, “If I Did it.” man Andrew Wyatt and the impact it has on the the world. Also, Airbnb to local businesses and the five women who have Mesereau alleged that his spokeswoman Ebonee lives of people. staff will be in attendance across many parts of the previously told their stories Dickinson “lied to make Benson stood by as Allred “Home sharing brings to discuss the practical city that don’t typically on cable and network tele- money.” and Bloom completed travelers to neighborhoods tools you need to becomesee as much tourism activ- vision, told jurors she was Another alleged victim, a press conference on that don’t typically benefit a host. Attendees will also ity,” said Choi. raped by Cosby in 1982. Janice Baker-Kinney said Thursday, the two began from tourism and helps to get tips on how to secure “Airbnb guests are a She said he was known as a friend took her to a pizzatheir own presser only highlight LA’s unique and payments and creating a new source of custom- “America’s Dad,” although party given by Cosby in -Neto be interrupted by thediverse communities,” listing profile for guests. ers for small business at that distinction didn’t come vada and she discovered that mother-daughter tandem. said Southern California Earning Extra income a time when brick and until after the NBC hit, “The her friend and Cosby were “This is prosecution Policy Manager for Airb- Prior to becoming an mortar stores are facing Cosby Show,” took off in the only ones at the home for by distraction,” Wyatt nb, John Choi. Airbnb hosts, many Los growing competition from 1984. the get together. said. “We are excited to part- Angeles residents were online retailers. [In fact,] She claimed Cosby called Baker-Kinney said Cos- Benson said that the ner with the Los Angeles facing eviction or fore- 94 percent of Airbnb hosts her while she was with her by had given her a Quaalude extra witnesses that the Sentinel to help more An- closure in 2017. However, recommend local small boyfriend at a photo shoot pill, which she readily ac- prosecutors have brought gelenos learn how to use after becoming Airbnb businesses to their guests.” overseas and sent for her to cepted because she “felt it are nothing more than a what is often their greatest hosts, 6,000 residents re- Don’t miss out on your join him in Reno. Dickinson would be a mood-enhancer,” distraction and they have expense, the cost of their ported that they were able opportunity to participate! said while having dinner at a she said. nothing to do with the housing, to earn extra in- to afford staying in the For more information or come.” city. According to Airbnb, to RSVP for the event visit The reception will be the average hosts in L.A. www.lasentinel.net/airbnb {continued from Pg. A-1} held on Thursday, April earns $9,100 a year from or call (323) 299-3800. Mayor 26, from 5:30 – 8:00PM hosting. of L.A. and the passing of take one much time to no- tens of thousands continue at the Museum of Afri- Airbnb is also doing Measure M, which Garcetti tice the sheer magnitude to spill over on Southern announced as “the nation’s of the critically urgent - epiCalifornia’s streets. largest - ever local jobs and demic. The problem (which Garcetti said his budget infrastructure package.” is not unique to Los Angeles would put an unparalleled According to Garcetti, Mea- but undoubtedly receives $430 million toward end- sure M is said to “generate the brunt), seems to have ing the crisis within the $120 billion dollars to build no immediate solution and near future. The majority of and expand 15 rapid transit incessantly remains in the which was generated by the lines, fix our freeways, and psyche of every inhabitant housing bond that voters ap- create 777,000 good, mid- of Los Angeles, including proved in 2016. The mayor dle - class careers over the that of the mayor. He poisedhas also planned to expedite next four decades.” to the chamber, “wouldn’t applications for shelters by During his address, the you rather have somebody signing an emergency dec- Mayor then offered his cleaning a street than sleep- laration allowing the city sympathies for the strife ing on it? I will accept noth- to bypass "red tape" which many Angelenos face daily, ing less than a home for slows construction, hoping like wage inequality and the ever y person who needs ain turn some of the state’s ever-ubiquitous traffic that roof over their head. Let me $6 billion surplus will come is becoming a poignant, om- be clear: we are here to end in the form of shelter and af- nipresent force to be reck- homelessness. Accepting fordable housing construc- oned with. However, Mayor things the way they tion.are… For issome, it appears Garcetti acknowledged unacceptable.” Mayor Garcetti realizes what he considers to be “the Garcetti continued to re- there is no one-size-fits-all greatest moral and humani- iterate a common linchpin approach to tackling the tarian crisis of our time,” that for most of California, problems of our metropo- homelessness. Southern "homelessness isn't an is- lis, but what is certain is California at large, remains sue, homelessness is the is- none of them can be solved one of the most volatile sue." alone. So he is calling upon regions of the country for Homelessness has be- the residents of Los Angeles the homeless. From Santa come the ever-present thorn and holding all Angelenos Barbara, all the way down in the side of his adminis- accountable, himself in- to the Southernmost tips of tration and by extension, cluded, to work together for San Diego county, it doesn’t Greater Los Angeles, as a brighter future for the city. A-10 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL NEWS THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2018 LAHSA Commission Holds First Meeting of Ad Hoc Committee on Black People Experiencing Homelessness SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE community advocates, af- clear metrics for evaluating crimination policy, and the fordable housing develop- our progress,” said Bernard, establishment of a working According to the 2017 ers, city and county agen- committee co-chair. “The group to comprehensively Greater Los Angeles cies, people with lived ongoing work, findings, address provider training Homeless Count, 40 per- experience, faith leaders, and recommendations will needs and ensure that train- cent of people experiencing and related subject experts. be shared publicly and ings address the needs of homelessness across Los “We’re working to serve as a foundation to women. Angeles County are Black, ensure that systems and drive improvements.” The Los Angeles while Black people make LEROY HAMILTON practices do not perpetuate The Ad Hoc Committee Homeless Services Author- up only 9 percent of the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) Com- the hardships faced by on Black People Experienc- ity is a joint powers author- county’s total population. missioner Jacqueline Waggoner, second from left, serves Black people experiencing ing Homelessness builds ity of the city and county of The Los Angeles as committee chair, and LAHSA Commissioner Kelli homelessness, who were upon LAHSA’s previous Los Angeles, created in Bernard, left, as the committee vice chair. Homeless Services Author- disproportionately repre- successes addressing issues 1993 to address the prob- ity (LAHSA) Commission September 2018. The first community development, sented in previous home- of inequity. From Decem- lems of homelessness in has recognized the need to meeting was held on April investment, and strategic less counts,” said Wag- ber 2016 to July 2017, Los Angeles County. dedicate focused resources 16, 1-5 p.m. programs from the state’s goner, committee chair. LAHSA convened an Ad LAHSA is the lead agency and attention to better LAHSA Commissioner Central Coast to San Diego. “The committee will exam- Hoc Committee on Women in the HUD-funded Los understand and address this Jacqueline Waggoner is the Kelli Bernard is chief exec- ine the barriers Black peo- and Homelessness, which Angeles Continuum of disproportionality. The committee chair and Com- utive for the Los Angeles ple face when trying to exit resulted in a public report Care, and coordinates and recently appointed Ad Hoc missioner Kelli Bernard is Metro region of AECOM homelessness by accessing and recommendations that manages more than $257 Committee on Black Peo- vice chair. Jacqueline Wag- and has over 20 years of services and housing.” have made impacts in mul- million annually in federal, ple Experiencing Home- goner is vice president and experience in economic “Our committee will tiple arenas, such as the state, county, and city funds lessness will lead this Southern California market development, land use not only provide recom- dedication of funding for for programs providing effort. The committee will leader for Enterprise Com- planning, housing, redevel- mendations for increasing bridge housing for women, shelter, housing, and servic- meet at LAHSA, 2-4 p.m., munity Partners, Inc., opment, and public affairs. equity within the homeless the development of a Los es to homeless persons. For on the third Monday of where she oversees Enter- Committee membership service delivery system, but Angeles Continuum of more information visit each month, from April to prise’s affordable housing, includes service providers, also provide a baseline and Care-wide gender non-dis- www.lahsa.org. Mayor Garcetti, L.A. City Council Declare Shelter Crisis Mayor Signs Package of Ordinances to address L.A.’s Homelessness Crisis. Shelter Crisis Declaration, Permanent Supportive Housing Ordinance, and Interim Motel Conversion Ordinance will help thousands of homeless Angelenos move indoors. SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE move indoors as quickly as to open shelters that operate homeless housing solutions nothing short of profound Council Districts. In order to possible.” year-round, instead of only forward,” said City Attorney change will be possible for access the funds, each On Tuesday April 17, As Proposition HHH during the winter months. Mike Feuer. “These actions, the men, women and chil- Councilmember must iden- Mayor Eric Garcetti joined and Measure H dollars The Permanent Support- in collaboration with the dren experiencing home- tify a site or building adja- the City Council in declaring begin flowing and work ive Housing Ordinance will county, show the potential lessness who will benefit cent to a high-density an emergency shelter crisis, ramps up to house more help shrink the pre-develop- when we join together to from these programs. Our homeless population, and and signed into law dual homeless Angelenos for ment timeline for many sup- tackle our homeless crisis.” work continues, but we are establish an emergency shel- ordinances to help the city of good, the city is also focus- portive housing develop- “We must do everything making progress.” ter. Los Angeles pursue immedi- ing on the immediate need ments from as many as five possible to ensure the city “You are seeing a sus- In the months leading up ate, innovative solutions to for safe spaces to sleep for years to less than one — by has the infrastructure in tained commitment to a to these new shelters open- the homelessness crisis. people who are on the creating a streamlined plan- place to battle homeless- comprehensive and strategic ing, the county will direct Together, the Shelter streets tonight. The ordi- ning process, and removing ness,” said City Council approach to ending home- unprecedented outreach, Crisis Declaration, Perma- nances signed into law today regulatory barriers that have President Herb Wesson. lessness,” said Coun- mental health, and addiction nent Supportive Housing recognize this urgency, and historically impeded the “These new policies contin- cilmember Marqueece Har- support services to encamp- Ordinance, and Interim put a broad array of tools at approval and construction of ue the city’s track record of ris-Dawson. “Today we are ments in participating dis- Motel Conversion Ordi- the city’s disposal. supportive housing. ensuring we are providing cutting red tape and readapt- tricts, to prepare homeless nance will give the city Los Angeles is the first The Interim Motel Con- comprehensive solutions to ing problem motels to new Angelenos to move indoors. unprecedented flexibility in city in California to take version Ordinance will a multifaceted challenge.” housing. These are the kind After the new shelters open erecting emergency shelters, advantage of a new state law allow existing motels and “These ordinances are of solutions we need to their doors, City Sanitation streamlining affordable that allows cities to build hotels to be retrofitted for the latest example of the city address the biggest chal- teams will work to restore housing development, and homeless shelters on any use as supportive and bridge of Los Angeles turning poli- lenge of our generation.” spaces that were previously using existing infrastructure land owned or leased by the housing, and linked to coun- cy goals and program rec- During his annual State encampment sites into safe, to bring homeless Ange- city. Previously, emergency ty-funded services specifi- ommendations laid out in of the City address on Mon- clean, public passageways. lenos indoors more quickly. shelters were limited to cally designed to help home- our Homelessness Strategic day, Mayor Garcetti The emergency shelters “We’re fighting with existing government owned less Angelenos begin to Plan into reality,” said unveiled “A Bridge Home,” will stand for three years, everything we’ve got to put or leased buildings. The new rebuild their lives. Councilmember José the next step in his work to enough time for the city to a roof over the head of law also allows cities to “I applaud the Mayor Huizar, who led the effort on end street homelessness build supportive housing for unsheltered Angelenos,” adopt alternative, minimum and Council for taking a key the City Council, along with over the next decade. The the Angelenos living in said Mayor Garcetti. “The public health and safety step toward the permanent Councilmember Marqueece plan includes a $20 million them. The supportive hous- urgency of the homelessness standards in order to stand supportive housing so essen- Harris-Dawson, to adopt the Crisis and Bridge Housing ing will be furnished with crisis demands that we take up shelters quickly. Action tial to our future, and enact- PSH and Motel Conversion Fund, set aside in the FY18- on-site mental health, every possible step to help taken by the City Council ing a motel conversion ordi- ordinances. “Once the 19 budget, which will be employment, addiction, and people pack up tents and last year also allows the city nance to propel near-term Mayor signs them into law, distributed evenly among wellness resources. ESSA Demands Full Transparency on K-12 Educational Funding BY LAUREN POTEAT requirement for school unequal for students of George H. Lambert, Jr., hence 1 in 3 end up trapped NNPA Newswire funding begins in Decem- color for hundreds of years. president and CEO of the in some fashion in the crim- ber 2019, and supporters of Second, privatization Greater Washington Urban inal justice system.” Public school systems the rule, including the forces are working to elim- League, believes can be Despite high approval throughout the nation will NAACP, believe it will help inate our public schools rectified through adequate from many civil rights now be required to be a lot to encourage greater educa- and, with it, transparency, funding. organizations, school dis- more transparent when it tional equity, particularly public accountability and “Through the availabili- trict administrators, like comes to school funding. among schools serving access to all.” ty of [ESSA] data, Black Robert Lowry, the deputy

According to the federal large numbers of Black and Goode said that ESSA PEXELS.COM and [Hispanic] educators director of the New York Every Student Succeeds Hispanic students in low- requires a breakdown of The Every Student Succeeds can begin to prove that State Council of School Act (ESSA), signed into income neighborhoods. how student need is met Act, President Obama’s Black and [Hispanic] stu- Superintendents still law by President Barack “We need more equi- with a focus on equity over education law, calls for dents suffer from funding believe that the new law Obama in 2015, all public table and adequate funding equal distribution for fund- transparency in school disparities and the lack of might shine light on imbal- schools nationwide, will be for all schools serving stu- ing. funding. teachers in the classroom anced revenue and create required to give fully- dents of color,” said Victor Goode continued: “That who look like them or rep- the perception that some detailed reports on how and Goode, the education direc- explains the reason behind is a good thing and can help resent their perspective,” students are being short- where they spend institu- tor for the NAACP. “Why? the school-by-school, per provide more meaningful Lambert said. “We need changed, even when this tional funding. Because education funding pupil spending report. This parental and community better, more transparent may not be the case. The ESSA reporting has been inadequate and kind of public transparency engagement, which is also data on school funding. The "We question whether essential to accountability availability of such data and the state officials would and achieving educational our ability to access it even have the expertise and equity.” forces greater urgency on the capacity to evaluate According to the what is, arguably the most spending levels between Brookings Institution, a important issue of our schools," Lowry told Edu- nonprofit public policy time.” cation Week. organization, based in Lambert said that any Though Lowry’s con- Washington, D.C., that con- discussion on educational cerns may be valid, Lam- ducts research on solving equity should acknowledge bert believes that full trans- societal problems locally, the enormous achievement parency is a plus. nationwide and globally, to gaps that still plague Black “This is a good way to date minority students are and Hispanic students. learn about flaws in the still far more less likely “If these gaps aren’t system and how those than White students to have closed, our community flaws are aggravated by a adequate school resources. doesn’t have much of a lack of Black and [Hispan- In addition, the Brook- future,” Lambert said.” ic] expertise and perspec- ings Institution reported Even though high school tive in the curriculum, the that schools with predomi- graduation rates are better classroom and the leader- nantly Black and Hispanic now than 30 years ago, we ship office,” Lambert said. children, on average, are still face a situation where “We can also find out if nearly twice as large as more than a quarter of school districts with a larg- White schools—reaching Black students, for exam- er number of Black and an estimated 3,000 students ple, are dropping out. Most [Hispanic] educators are or more in most cities, with Black students in the largest experiencing high levels of lower-quality curriculum U.S. cities are attending funding disparities and offerings and less qualified schools with high concen- uneven attention from poli- teachers (in terms of levels trations of poverty. Over cymakers.” of education, certification, half of our young, Black Learn more about the and training in the fields men are either dropping out Every Student Succeeds Act they teach), all of which or finishing K-12 late, at www.nnpa.org/essa. THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2018 NEWS LOS ANGELES SENTINEL A-11 Reform L.A. Jails Launches Efforts to Gather Signatures for Ballot Measure to Make Sheriff ’s Civilian Oversight Commission More than Advisory Celebrities, activists, the community at large and others move forward with Reforming L.A. County Jails through the ballot

SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE parency and accountability in law enforcement in L.A. Reform L.A. Jails kicked County,” added proponent off a signature-gathering and current Civilian Over- campaign Sat., Apr. 7, to sight Commissioner Loyola place the Reform Jails and Law School Associate Pro- Community Reinvestment fessor Priscilla Ocen. “Sub- Initiative ballot measure on poena power will enable us to the November ballot for L.A. require the Sheriff’s Depart- County voters. ment to divulge information. Nearly 100 people It will allow us to call rele- PHOTO BY SHANNON SOPER PHOTO BY SHANNON SOPER PHOTO BY SHANNON SOPER PHOTO BY SHANNON SOPER attended the event to official- Priscilla Ocen Patrisse Cullors Thaddeus Culpepper Dominique DiPrima vant staff and personnel to ly launch a citizen-driven provide testimony on issues effort to give the Sheriff’s viding alternatives to incar- father and mother of Juan become one after learning now she has to grow up with of concern to the Commis- Department Civilian Over- ceration. Manuel Correa Jr., who died about the conditions in the no daddy and it’s hard sion and to the community. It sight Commission subpoena The event was held in the while jailed in 2017 shared jails. because I lost my daddy to will allow the community to power to effectively investi- Figueroa Corridor near USC the story of their son who “More jails is not good the system when I was four ask important questions and gate deputy misconduct. The at Mercado La Paloma and they say was wrongfully for anybody,” said Mrs. Cor- too. He got 25 to life right to demand answers so that we proposed ballot measure also was emceed by veteran talk denied medical care after rea. “My son got more sick now. Now she’s going to can respond and ensure that seeks to ensure that the Los radio host Dominique DiPri- being pepper-sprayed by since he started going in and grow up with no daddy.” we have an equitable system Angeles County Board of ma (KJLH-FM) and featured sheriff's deputies and shot out of jails. Mentally, emo- “Itakealookatthe of policing in L.A. County.” Supervisors, the governing family members of those with a stun gun. tionally--anything and in largest jail system in the “When we were estab- body for America’s most who died while in custody of Movedtotearswhile every way my son was get- world—in L.A.,” actor and lished it [subpoena power] populous county and largest the Sheriff’s Department speaking about her son, Mrs. ting worse and worse and activist Matt McGorry was not a part of our charge jail system, invests some of were still seeking answers. Correa told the crowd gath- worse. Not only drugs, not (“Orange Is the New and it requires a change to the the $3.5 billion planned for Juan Manuel Correa Sr. ered that she was not an only problems--it was jails. Black”, “How to Get Away county charter and that’s building new jails into pro- and Maria A. Correa, the activist but was moved to Jails are not good for nobody. With Murder”) told the what the initiative provides,” We have to work together. crowd Saturday. “I take a continued Ocen. We have to put our efforts look at 60,000 homeless “Right now we have a Black Women Speak Out Against the together as much as we can to people and I take a look at sort of convoluted process. save lives. Why they think $3.5 billion that is about to We have to make a request our childrens or peoples in go to new jail systems that to our executive director Tobacco Industry Targeting Women jails are animals. They’re not will disproportionately feed who then makes a request to BY KIMBERLEE BUCK animals. They act like ani- on the lives of people of the Office of the Inspector Staff Writer mals treating them like that.” color and I am furious.” General who has a separate Saharra White, the moth- A surprise appearance agreement with the Sheriff’s As National Minority er of Quinten Thomas’ eight- was made by Thaddeus J. Department. The Sheriff’s Health Month continues, we een-month-old daughter, held Culpepper, the defense attor- Department responds to the highlight a health topic that is back tears when trying to ney for rap mogul Suge OIG. The OIG lets us know impacting women at alarming describe how she found out Knight. Knight has been whether or not they’re going rates, lung cancer. According about the death of her child’s jailed in downtown Los to provide the information. to the Center for Disease Con- father on March 9 while Angeles since January 2015 So it’s this long convoluted trol, the top three most com- COURTESY PHOTO COURTESY PHOTO incarcerated in jail. Thomas on charges of murder. process and at times the LaTasha Turner Carol McGruder mon cancers among women was a student at California Culpepper discussed the information that we’ve are breast cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer in terms of walking pneumonia, bronchi- State University, Northridge deliberate inadequate treat- requested is significantly and colorectal cancer. How- killing women,” she said. tis, and the doctors ended up and a graduate of the foster ment of his client’s health delayed or outright denied. ever, lung cancer is the lead- “With lung cancer, 60,000 finding an infection through- care system in Los Angeles conditions while in custody At this point we need addi- ing cause of cancer deaths women die as compared to out her entire body which put who was working toward his of Sheriff’s Department. tional powers so that we can among White, Black, Asian/ 40,000 with breast cancer, with her in a coma for about five baccalaureate degree in “There are two unaccept- ensure we have the informa- Pacific Islander, and Ameri- breast cancer being more sur- months due to being a chain health administration. able problems with LA’s jail tion we need to serve the can Indian/ Alaska Native vivable. But when a women smoker,” said Turner. White says that the Sher- system--millions of dollars constituents and communi- women at 34.7 percent. gets lung cancer, there aren’t In December 2013, Turner iff’s Department has provid- wasted on a revolving door ties of L.A. County to make Each year, more people any marches or rallies, or pink says her life changed forever. ed very little information and no accountability for the important decisions and rec- die of lung cancer than of ribbons. She’s on her own.” “That’s when everything about Thomas’ death. people in charge of running ommendations. To engage colon, breast, and prostate Shegoesontosaythe shut down for my mom. She’s “They didn’t release his the largest jail system in the in independent oversight. cancer combined. In fact, latest advertisement that is still here though, she is a body until March 30th final- world,” said proponent That’s what we’re tasked to the American Cancer Socie- targeting women is Camel fighter. My mom went ly,” a teary-eyed White Patrisse Cullors, co-founder do and this ballot measure ty estimated about 154,050 number nine, a cigarette that through a lot and watching shared while holding her of Black Lives Matter, Digni- will enable us to carry out deaths from lung cancer came out in 2007. her go through it and not real- daughter. “They wouldn’t let ty and Power Now and Jus- that charge.” with 83,550 in men and “When they have these izing the long term effects of us go see the body when we ticeLA. Reform L.A. Jails has 70,500 in women in the campaigns, they get people being a smoker for over 20 asked about it. They were “LA’s jail system is bro- until June to gather over United States for 2018. hooked, then they are in. The years, it takes away from your like no because he was in jail, ken. It’s costly and ineffec- 150,000 signatures to place To bring attention to the campaign could last five time with your mom. The he was fingerprinted so his tive, wasting millions of dol- the measure on the Novem- matter, the Los Angeles Sen- years but the tobacco indus- love that you should be able to body is already identified. I lars to incarcerate people ber ballot. tinel spoke with co-chair of try targeted campaigns for experience, you know, people don’t believe them, I really struggling with mental ill- The Coalition plans to the African American Tobac- women continue to reap the don’t realize this is really a don’t. And it’s sad because ness, addiction and homeless- hold various signature gather- co Control Leadership Coun- profits,” said McGruder. problem,” she said. he really loved his daughter. ness and there’s also no ing events throughout L.A. cil (AATCLC), Carol LaTasha Turner, also Turner decided to use Like--I promise you he was accountability for miscon- County. McGruder on the harm of known by her stage name “Six- poetry as a way to share her just trying to do good. He duct and abuse by sheriff’s For more information, menthol cigarettes and what footah the Poet,” knows the story and spread awareness was in his fourth year going deputies.” get involved, and to read the the council is doing to help. effects of lung cancer all too about the effects of smoking. to school. He wanted to be a “The Civilian Oversight entire ballot initiative, The AATCLC has been at well after growing up with a She has been able to perform registered nurse. He had Commission needs additional please visit www.Reform- the forefront of tobacco con- mother who smoked cigarettes. this piece around the BayArea everything planned out. And authority to ensure trans- LAJails.com. trol for ten years, standing on “My mom, she was a and has plans to continue to its mission and purpose to chain smoker,” said Turner. use her story to help others. educate the African American “She used to smoke con- “I want others to under- community about the effects stantly,somuchso,thatmy stand that the people who are of tobacco. Overtime, the baby brother was born with smoking, it’s not that easy for organization has been able to heart problems due to her them to stop. It’s not like put- partner with community smoking during her preg- tingdownacupofsoda.[The stakeholders and public health nancy. My mom ended [up] tobacco industry] wants you agencies to inform and affect with a lot of issues behind hooked for a lifetime. I also the direction of tobacco policy being a chain smoker.” want the people who are and practices. AATCLC has Turner, whose mother smoking to take one step at a also played a vital role in the began smoking menthols, time for you to stop, it doesn’t passing of Prop 56, Califor- gradually began using other happen overnight. But you nia’s 2016 tobacco tax. Addi- tobacco products. Turner have to be willing to fight the tionally, AATCLC has believes her mother used fight,” she said. worked tirelessly on the smoking as an outlet. Turner speaks as the voice national movement to restrict “People don’t understand of many who have lost a the sale of mentholated tobac- that smoking is a disease in loved one to lung cancer. co products. As a result of the itself because you are hooked McGruder says the only way organization’s efforts, an ordi- and addicted to it to the point to decrease the number of nance was put in place in the where you need it. [Smoking] Black women who are suffer- city of San Francisco prohibit- kind of alters your mind to ing and dying from lung can- ing the sale of menthol and all where you feel like you need cer is to support laws prohibit- flavored tobacco products. it to survive. My mom needed ing menthol and tobacco With all the work AATCLC her cigarettes to where her products and interrupt the has accomplished over the mood would change if she cycleofaddictionsothat years, the organization under- didn’t have them. My brother young Black children don’t stands that the fight for tobac- and I had to deal with the enter into a cycle of smoking. co control is not over. mood swings, [I remember “As African Americans, How are women being my brother and I] looking we need to be more involved targeted by the tobacco through the couch for change in the process and we need industry? McGruder says it’s so that she could buy her next not buy into the false argu- in the advertisements. pack of cigarettes,” she said. ment that we are criminaliz- “When you look back his- “My brother and I went to ing our community that we torically at the targeting of school with our clothes have to enact strong public women, the ad campaign that smelling like smoke and fam- health policy,” she said. really comes to mind is Vir- ily functions with our clothes Visit www.blacklives.org ginia Slims, ‘you’ve come a smelling like smoke. I ended for more information onAAT- long way baby.’ They were up with asthma behind it.” CLC and the work the organ- able to successfully link that As a result of years of ization is doing with tobacco campaign to the Women’s smoking, Turner’s mother’s control. Check out Liberation Movement. So health began to decline. www.lasentinel.net and fol- many women started smok- “Both of her lungs col- low Sixfootah the Poet on ing because of ‘you’ve come lapsed, her liver and her kid- Facebook, Instagram, Twitter a long way baby,’ that in ney shut down and this all to see her performance of 1987, lung cancer surpassed happened at one time. She had “Say No to Tobacco.” THURSDAY,A-6 LOS APRIL ANGELES 19, 2018 SENTINEL NEWS/CLASSIFIEDNEWS LASENTINEL.NETTHURSDAY,JANUARY A-12 9, 2014

By Manny OtikO statement, AB 2635 drives Legislative Black Cau- “Our students are the them (CTA) to be in sup- noted that the California California Black Media equitable funding for Cali- cus shows the majority of most likely to be disci- port of AB 2635, and don’t Charter Schools Associa- fornia’s lowest-performing African-American students plined and suspended than watch us fail,” said Nailah tion is often on opposite Legislators and educa- subgroup to students not performed well below any other student as shown Dubose, a ninth-grade sides of policy debates and tion advocates came to- currently receiving funding state standards. Legislation in various studies linking to student at Fortune High acknowledged California gether at a press confer- under LCFF. Additionally, signed by Gov. Jerry Brown implicit biases and damag- School. School Board Association’s ence Wednesday April 11, this bill demands greater in 2013 allows school dis- ing stereotypes,” said Sen. CTA sent a letter to We- support for this legislation. to show support for a bill accountability from both tricts to direct increased Steve Bradford, vice chair ber, the author of AB 2635, Fortune invited all of the that they believe will help school district and charter funding to failing students of the Legislative Black expressing their shared goal education coalition com- fix how education is funded school recipients of these in four categories. Caucus, “because of this, for the bill, but highlighting munity to join in support- for one of the lowest per- supplemental funds over “About 260,000 (76 and their lack of access concerns and marked it as a ing students that were left forming subgroups. Advo- the education outcomes of percent) receive a supple- to the adequate school re- bill CTA will “watch.” out of the LCFF funding. cates say there was a flaw the lowest performing sub- ment under LCFF because sources, the future for our In the letter CTA wrote: “The students in the in the five-year-old law that group. they are low income, foster next generation looks grim, “We share the goals of most need are the ones overhauled how education “We cannot look the children or homeless, or unless we take meaningful this legislation—to pro- that equity demands that funding is appropriated to other way anymore. African English learners,” accord- action. We cannot allow vide additional resources we give support. Isn’t that school districts through the American kids in Califor- ing to the California De- African American students to school districts to help the reason the Local Con- Local Control Funding For- nia persistently fall behind partment of Education web to be left behind any lon- close the achievement gap trol Formula Funding was mula (LCFF). academically,” said Weber. site. ger.” for our lowest performing created in the first place?” Assembly Bill 2635, au- “And this problem is not Under AB 2635, dis- Students marched in students. However, we are Asked Fortune. thored by Assemblywomen limited to low-income stu- tricts could see possible front of CTA to support AB concerned that as currently AB 2635 passed out of Shirley Weber, would tar- dents either. Parents have increases: Los Angeles 2635 drafted, AB 2635 will not the Assembly Education get $350 million towards been patiently waiting for Unified would receive $50 Young people have meaningfully increase re- committee and now heads struggling school districts. something to change, but million, Oakland Unifiedjoined the fight to improvesources to serve our lowest to assembly appropriation. Many of these districts edu- it has not. Providing ad- $12.6 million, Long Beach the education system. performing students and cate California’s Black stu- ditional resources for the Unified $10.6 million, Pas- Students recently took to may have unintended con- Link to full press con- dent population which has lowest-performing students adena Unified $7 million, the front of the Califor- sequences.” ference: https://youtu.be/ historically failed to meet is now no longer an option, San Francisco Unified $6.2 nia Teachers Association However, speaking at kqEXcLl0YnM grade-level proficiency in but a necessity.” million, Sacramento City in Sacramento chanting a press conference Mar- Student protest CTA math and reading and per- Data provided by the Unified $5.3 million, “schools and not prisons,” gret Fortune, president and video link: https://youtu.be/ form right above special California Charter Schools Inglewood Unified $4.8“support AB 2635” and CEO of Fortune School, pilABT3yEkA education students. Association (CCSA) and million, according to the “don’t watch us fail.” called for unity among the According to a press presented to the California press release. “We’re here telling education community. She

NNPA {continued from Pg. A-3} a daughter, Genice. Doro- husband as publisher. for dates. But as a widow fled the city, when Richard thy took just two weeks of Dorothy Leavell be- with children that were two Gordon Hatcher became visited an aunt in Chicago, Balm needed help. He hired maternity leave, before she came the only Black wom- and three years old and with mayor. and her aunt’s friend who Dorothy for $35 a week as was back at the newspaper. an publisher in Illinois and two Black newspapers to Despite declining ad- had a tenant working for a bookkeeper. In 1968, Balm became Indiana. run, she had a big job ahead vertising revenue, the Gary the Chicago Crusader sug- Chicago was a new ill with pancreatic cancer. At the time, Chicago of her as a Black woman Crusader is the last Black gested Leavell get a sum- world to the small-town He was in and out of the Defender publisher, John publisher. At 24, she was newspaper in the city. In mer job at the newspaper. girl from Arkansas. hospital, but just two days H. Sengstacke, and “EBO- the youngest employee at 1976, Dorothy relocated In 1959, they went to “Chicago was exciting,” after celebrating Doro- NY” and “Jet” magazines both the Chicago Crusader the Gary newspaper to see Lorraine Hansberry’s Dorothy said. “I was ex- thy’s 24th birthday, Balm publisher, John H. Johnson, and the Gary Crusader. its current space at 1549 play, “A Raisin in the Sun.” tremely attracted to the fact Leavell died at Michael were fierce competitors. The Crusader newspa- Broadway, which was once There, they ran into Balm that the city was so well-lit. Reese Hospital. Balm’s fu- Like the late Katherine per group is the only em- a fish market. Leavell, who, along with Where I lived, you couldn’t neral was attended by May- Graham of The Washing- ployer Dorothy Leavell has When it comes to the fu- Joseph H. Jefferson, found- see your hand at night. The or Richard J. Daley and ton Post, Dorothy would known for last 50 years— ture of the Crusader news- ed the Chicago Crusader excitement in this city just dozens of dignitaries, who often attend board and cor- and still counting. paper group, Leavell said newspaper in 1940. Leavell attracted me to stay. I just packed the First Church of porate meetings with male After her husband died, that she’s working hard offered Dorothy and her knew this is where I want- Deliverance in Bronzeville. executives. Some of them Dorothy implemented some to find someone who is friend a ride home; she did ed to live for the rest of my Balm was buried in Lin- were Black, but many were changes at both newspa- interested in and passion- not know that he was the life.” coln Cemetery, which was White advertising and mar- pers. She toned down what ate about carrying on the publisher of the newspa- Dorothy would work then the preferred burial keting executives. she believed were some of rich legacy of the historic, per. During the ride home, during the summer for the site for Chicago’s well-to- “It has not been easy the sensational headlines Black newspaper brand. Dorothy blabbed all about Crusader for the next sev- do Blacks. being a woman publisher. Balm used. She also boost- “I’m working hard to what she was going to do at eral years before she gradu- Balm’s children from People lacked confidence ed local news coverage in find someone who has the newspaper. When they ated as valedictorian from another marriage did not in women. Most male pub- Gary and closely covered the interest and passion got out and her friend told Pine Bluff’s Merrill High want the young widow to lishers didn’t respect me, stories about Chicago. to carry on the Crusader,” Dorothy, who their driver School in 1962. She then have control of the Chi- but you need the business At one time, Gary had Leavell said. “I didn’t have was, Dorothy said she “al- moved to Chicago to work cago and Gary Crusader, people for advertising or three Black newspapers, the passion for this busi- most died.” for the Crusader full-time. but Crusader co-publisher, the paper can’t survive,” but the Gary Info and the ness at first, but after years Bold and undaunted, In 1963, she and Balm Joseph H. Jefferson, had Leavell said. “I had to es- Gary Defender—part of the of service, I realized how Dorothy went in for the were married by Reverend the majority interest in the tablish that I was serious.” Chicago Defender media important the Black Press summer job interview Jesse Jackson, Sr. In 1964, company and threw his Leavell said she lost chain—eventually closed. is today, just as it was 191 anyway. Two people had their first child, Antonio, weight behind Dorothy in some advertisements after The Post Tribune moved years ago.” called in sick that day and was born. In 1966, they had selecting her to succeed her turning down invitations out of Gary after Whites

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$700 each ______50 kitchen cabinets. Dining area, Property is on the market for Community Research 3650 W. MARTIN LUTHER AND ** ELECTRICAL REPAIR ** lndry room. the first time in over 50 years! Ambassador! KING, JR. BLVD., L.A. ** WE DO SOLAR** LaBrea/Venice Apt - Unfurnished St. parking. No Pets. No Call or Email Judd at 310- USC is looking to hire a ASK US Private room $1,000 & TOTALLY REMODELED 1 Section 8. 348-7235 [email protected] community based individual $25 TAX DEDUCTIBLE SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT up mo. BDRM., APT., (310) 677-6686 ______to conduct health workshops ADMISSION. C-10 #571792 Shared rooms Stove, fridge. ______1 BDRM., 1 BATH HOUSE in South LA. Experience with 24 HRS SER. 2 people $750. each Section 8 welcome. SMALL 3 BDRM., APT., Vermont/Manchester public speaking and cultural ______(323) 779-6663 $1650/mo. 2 month Section 8 okay. $1315/mo. Section 8 okay. competency with African (213) 595-2912 Slauson/Overhill security deposit. 1712 1/2 Florence 1st & last American communities is highly “TRIBUTE TO DOLO” JAZZ (800) 994-7584 Shared-2 people $700/ (213) 706-2422 (323) 202-5776 cleaning deposit. desirable. CONCERT LUIS F FERNANDEZ mo. each ______(323) 384-4693 **Part-Time, Benefits FEATURING: ______2 BDRM., 1 BATH APT., (562) 923-9158 available BETTY BRYANT, BARBARA 930 utilities paid, w/d, satellite 1 BDRM., 1 BATH DUPLEX New hardwood floor ______Contact Miles McNeeley MORRISON, THE DONALD DEAN Painting TV, gated, NEWLY REFURBISHED granite top, BEAUTIFUL 3 BDRM., 2 BA., @ 323-442-2105 or miles. JAZZ ALL STARS AND OTHERS. 930 No Credit check SECTION 8 OK. freshly painted. STUCCO HOUSE [email protected] SUNDAY, APRIL 22nd (310) 876-4485 CALL FOR DETAILS Section 8 okay. Alone on lot. ______2:30 PM CHRISTIAN PAINTER ______(310) 642-1952 (323) 972-5078 Fenced yard. Large rooms. 320 AT THE MUSEUM OF Crown moulding. LOW COST SHARED ______W/D Professional Services AFRICAN AMERICAN ART, Drywall. ROOMS FOR RENT! $600-$650/ 3 BDRM., 1 BA. DUPLEX hook-up. Vineyard MAKE-UP/HAIR STYLIST THIRD FLOOR OF MACY’S, Plaster, Stucco. mo. SOUTH CENTRAL LA AREA Duplex Downstairs VERY VERY QUIET AREA. Near Adams. LICENSED BALDWIN HILLS CRENSHAW Wood repair. NEW QUIET HOUSE 2BD 1BA, 2059 W 103rd Washer/dryer hook up. 819 W. (310) 476-8311 I make the living PLAZA, 3650 W. MARTIN Tile & more Utilities Included. SSI & St.,LA. hdwd flrs, A/C, off st Gage Ave. City section 8 ok. Other houses available and Mortuary clients look LUTHER KING, JR. BLVD., L.A. Professional work only Pilot program accepted. pkg, bk yard, near trans, non- (323) 583-4662 ______230 Beautiful. $25 TAX DEDUCTIBLE 30yrs. exp. Call Juan Call Amir smoking. $1700/mo ______Employment Opportunities (323) 936-7830 ADMISSION. (323) 202-0931 (323) 387-5889 714 692 1125 1 BDRM., APT (803) 234-1762 ______$900/MO. Oven/stove. ADULT RESIDENTIAL HOME ______ROOMS FOR RENT Ladera Heights Triplex Hardwood floors. No Section Seeking direct support PRIVATE ROOM ENTRY. 3 BEDROOM/2BATH 8. Lrg., closets, pkg., lndry rm. staff will train. Working with Utilities NEWLY REMODELED gated entry, drapes. Must have developmentally disabled & cable included.Private GAS FIREPLACE $3500 excellent credit. adults. Must clear back-ground parking BONNIE Crenshaw/Slauson area. check Rooms @$750, $850, & 323-394-2090 (310) 641-6900 (310) 921-0808. A-6A-13 LOSLASENTINEL.NET ANGELES SENTINEL CLASSIFIEDNEWS THURSDAY,JANUARY THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 9, 2018 2014

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Affidavit of Identity form. PUBLIC NOTICE The filing of this statement 2018-2023 HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTING OPPORTUNITY does not of itself authorize CONSOLIDATED PLAN, INCLUDING THE 2018-2019 ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN FOR THE LOS the use in this state of a ANGELES URBAN COUNTY for Contractors, Subcontractors, Suppliers Fictitious Business Name The proposed 2018-2023 Housing and Community Development Consolidated Plan for the Los Angeles in violation of the rights of Urban County (Consolidated Plan) describes housing and community development needs as well as another under Federal, State, activities to address those needs through the Los Angeles Urban County Program, as defined and funded The Sanitation Districts Of Los Angeles County Invite Bids or common law (See Section by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). As required by HUD, the Consolidated 14411 et seq., Business and Plan brings together, in one (1) consolidated submission, the planning and application aspects of the For The Construction Of: Professions Code). Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships, and Emergency Solutions Original Grant (ESG) Programs. The Urban County Program’s geographic area encompasses 47 participating cities 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/18 and all the County’s unincorporated areas. The Consolidated Plan includes a needs assessment, five- Joint Water Pollution Control Plant CNS-3120253# year strategy, and the Los Angeles Urban County 2018-2019 One-Year Action Plan (Action Plan). Project LOS ANGELES SENTINEL descriptions, resources to be utilized, and proposed accomplishments for the 2018-2019 Fiscal Year (July 1, Secondary Treatment Concrete Repair Phase II 2018 - June 30, 2019) are delineated in the Action Plan. In addition, the Action Plan addresses monitoring FICTITIOUS BUSINESS standards and procedures. A public hearing on the Consolidated and Action Plans will be held before the Los NAME STATEMENT Angeles County Board of Supervisors on: May 22, 2018 – 9:30 a.m. Board Hearing Room – 381 Kenneth File No. 2018083601 Hahn Hall of Administration 500 West Temple Street – Los Angeles, CA 90012 Copies of the proposed (Bid Opening May 22, 2018 - Estimate documents will be available during a 30-day public review and comment period from April 21, 2018 to May The following person(s) is 22, 2018 at the following locations: $15,000,000 - $19,000,000) (are) doing business as: (1) The Contrast, (2) The 1st District Contrast LA, 444 Chestnut Anthony Quinn Library, 3965 Cesar E. Chavez Ave., Los Angeles (323) 264-7715 Ave. Ste. 17, Long Beach, Azusa Library, 729 N. Dalton Ave., Azusa (626) 812-5252 Contracting And Supply Opportunities Include: CA 90802, County of LA East Los Angeles Library, 4837 E. Third St., Los Angeles (323) 264-0155 Registered owner(s): La Puente Library, 15920 E. Central Ave., La Puente (626) 968-4613 Concrete Work; Piping And Plumbing Work; Electrical Work Montebello Library, 1550 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello (323) 722-6551 Sydni Michael Davis, 444 Sunkist Library, 840 N. Puente Ave., La Puente (626) 960-2707 Chestnut Ave. Ste. 17, Long The Sanitation Districts encourage participation of Beach, CA 90802; CA 2nd District minority, women, disadvantaged, disabled veterans, Michael Louis Lyles Jr. 444 Carson Regional Library, 151 E. Carson St., Carson (310) 830-0901 Chestnut Ave. Ste. 17, Long East Rancho Dominguez Library, 4420 Rose St., East Rancho Dominguez (310) 632-6193 and small business enterprises. Beach, CA 90802 Graham Library, 1900 E. Firestone Blvd., Los Angeles (323) 582-2903 Lennox Library, 4359 Lennox Blvd., Lennox (310) 674-0385 This business is conducted Willowbrook Library, 11838 Wilmington Ave., Los Angeles (323) 564-5698 Plans and Specifications may be obtained by: a married couple Woodcrest Library, 1340 W. 106th St., Los Angeles (323) 757-9373 The registrant commenced at the Sanitation Districts’ Engineering Counter to transact business under 3rd District 1955 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA 90601 the fictitious business name Agoura Hills Library, 29901 Ladyface Ct., Agoura Hills (818) 889-2278 or names listed above on Malibu Library, 23519 W. Civic Center Way, Malibu (310) 456-6438 (562) 908-4288, Ext. 1205 04/2018 San Fernando Library, 217 North Maclay Ave., San Fernando (818) 365-6928 West Hollywood Library, 625 N. San Vicente Blvd., West Hollywood (310) 652-5340 Visit our Web site at “www.lacsd.org” I declare that all information in this statement is true and 4th District and click on “New Construction Projects” CNS-3118936# correct. (A registrant who El Segundo Library, 111 W. Mariposa Ave., El Segundo (310) 524-2722 declares as true any material Gardena Mayme Dear Library, 1731 W. Gardena Blvd., Gardena (310) 323-6363 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the fictitious business name at the end of five years from matter pursuant to Section Hawaiian Gardens Library, 11940 Carson St., Hawaiian Gardens (562) 496-1212 17913 of the Business and South Whittier Library, 11543 Colima Rd., Whittier (562) 946-4415 NAME STATEMENT or names listed above on the date on which it was filed Professions code that the Walnut Library, 21155 La Puente Rd., Walnut (909) 595-0757 File No. 2018085685 09/2015 in the office of the County The following person(s) is I declare that all information Clerk, except, as provided registrant knows to be false 5th District is guilty of a misdemeanor Altadena Library, 600 E. Mariposa St., Altadena (626) 798-0833 (are) doing business as: in this statement is true and in Subdivision (b) of Section Love You Always, 1049 correct. (A registrant who 17920, where it expires punishable by a fine not to Duarte Library, 1301 Buena Vista St., Duarte (626) 358-1865 exceed one thousand dollars La Verne Library, 3640 D. St., La Verne (909) 596-1934 Amorso Pl., Venice, CA declares as true any material 40 days after any change 90291, County of LA matter pursuant to Section in the facts set forth in the ($1,000)). Lake Los Angeles Library, 16921 E. Ave. O, Suite A, Palmdale (661) 264-0593 S/ Sydni Michael Davis, Wife Littlerock Library, 35119 80th St. East, Littlerock (661) 944-4138 Registered owner(s): 17913 of the Business and statement pursuant to Section Old Town Newhall Library, 24500 Main St., Santa Clarita (661) 259-0750 Anna Rachel Bindschadler, Professions code that the 17913 other than a change This statement was filed Quartz Hill Library, 5040 West Avenue M-2, Quartz Hill (661) 943-2454 1049 Amorso Pl., Venice, CA registrant knows to be false in the residence address of with the County Clerk of Los 90291 is guilty of a misdemeanor a registered owner. A new Angeles on April 5, 2018 Assisted listening devices, agenda in Braille, and/or alternate formats are available upon request. American NOTICE-In accordance with Sign Language (ASL) interpreters, other auxiliary aids and services, or reasonable modifications to Board Brittany Allen, 1050 S. Flower punishable by a fine not to Fictitious Business Name St., #623, Los Angeles, CA exceed one thousand dollars Statement must be filed Subdivision (a) of Section meeting policies and/or procedures, such as to assist persons with disabilities who would like to request 17920, a Fictitious Name a disability-related accommodation in addressing the Board, are available if requested at least three (3) 90015 ($1,000)). before the expiration. Effective business days prior to the Board meeting. Later requests will be accommodated to the extent feasible. This business is conducted S/ Angelina Coley, Owner January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Statement generally expires Please telephone the Executive Office of the Board at (213) 974-1431 (voice) or (213) 974-1707 (TTY), from by: a General Partnership This statement was filed Business Name Statement at the end of five years from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The registrant commenced with the County Clerk of Los must be accompanied by the the date on which it was filed to transact business under Angeles on April 9, 2018 Affidavit of Identity form. in the office of the County Copies of the proposed document are also available for review at the Community Development Commission/ Clerk, except, as provided Housing Authority of the County of Los Angeles (CDC/HACoLA), 700 W. Main Street, Alhambra, CA 91801. the fictitious business name NOTICE-In accordance with The filing of this statement or names listed above on Subdivision (a) of Section does not of itself authorize in Subdivision (b) of Section Citizens wishing to submit written comments during the public review and comment period may mail them, 17920, where it expires postmarked no later than May 22, 2018, to the CDC/HACoLA, to the attention of Raymond Webster, 04/2018 17920, a Fictitious Name the use in this state of a Development Specialist, Community Development Division-Grants Management Unit, who can be reached I declare that all information Statement generally expires Fictitious Business Name 40 days after any change at (626) 586-1755 or [email protected] if there are any questions. in the facts set forth in the CNS-3118588# in this statement is true and at the end of five years from in violation of the rights of correct. (A registrant who the date on which it was filed another under Federal, State, statement pursuant to Section declares as true any material in the office of the County or common law (See Section 17913 other than a change Registered owner(s): Be There Live, 16126 S. matter pursuant to Section Clerk, except, as provided 14411 et seq., Business and in the residence address of Maverick Global Group, Inc., Western Ave. Apt. 118, 17913 of the Business and in Subdivision (b) of Section Professions Code). a registered owner. A new CIVIL 11060 Artesia Blvd. Suite F, Gardena, CA 90247, County Professions code that the 17920, where it expires Original Fictitious Business Name Cerritos, CA 90703; CA of LA registrant knows to be false 40 days after any change 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/18 Statement must be filed This business is conducted Registered owner(s): is guilty of a misdemeanor in the facts set forth in the CNS-3120277# before the expiration. Effective by: a Corporation Wayne A. Johnson Sr. 16126 punishable by a fine not to statement pursuant to Section LOS ANGELES SENTINEL January 1, 2014, the Fictitious ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE The registrant commenced to S. Western Ave. Apt. 118, exceed one thousand dollars 17913 other than a change Business Name Statement FOR CHANGE OF NAME transact business under the Gardena, CA 90247 ($1,000)). in the residence address of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS must be accompanied by the Case No. TS021077 fictitious business name or This business is conducted S/ Brittany Allen, Partner a registered owner. A new NAME STATEMENT Affidavit of Identity form. Superior Court of California, names listed above on N/A by: an individual This statement was filed Fictitious Business Name File No. 2018076826 The filing of this statement County of Los Angeles I declare that all information The registrant commenced with the County Clerk of Los Statement must be filed The following person(s) is does not of itself authorize Petition of: Adriel Katrina in this statement is true and to transact business under Angeles on April 9, 2018 before the expiration. Effective (are) doing business as: the use in this state of a Ross for Change of Name correct. (A registrant who the fictitious business name NOTICE-In accordance with January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 1. Infinite AG, 2. IAG, Fictitious Business Name TO ALL INTERESTED declares as true any material or names listed above on Subdivision (a) of Section Business Name Statement 12100 Wilshire Blvd., 8th in violation of the rights of PERSONS: matter pursuant to Section 04/2018 17920, a Fictitious Name must be accompanied by the Floor, Los Angeles, CA another under Federal, State, Petitioner Adriel Katrina Ross 17913 of the Business and I declare that all information Statement generally expires Affidavit of Identity form. 90025, County of LA; Mailing or common law (See Section filed a petition with this court Professions code that the in this statement is true and at the end of five years from The filing of this statement Address: P.O Box 53307, 14411 et seq., Business and for a decree changing names registrant knows to be false correct. (A registrant who the date on which it was filed does not of itself authorize Atlanta, GA 30355 Professions Code). as follows: is guilty of a misdemeanor declares as true any material Registered owner(s): Original in the office of the County the use in this state of a 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/18 Adriel Katrina Ross to Adriel punishable by a fine not to matter pursuant to Section Clerk, except, as provided Fictitious Business Name Infinite Agricultural Solutions LLC, 12100 Wilshire Blvd., CNS-3120251# Katrina Ross Nganwuchu exceed one thousand dollars 17913 of the Business and in Subdivision (b) of Section in violation of the rights of LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The Court orders that all ($1,000)). Professions code that the 17920, where it expires another under Federal, State, 8th Floor, Los Angeles, CA persons interested in this S/ Rickey Meals, President registrant knows to be false 40 days after any change or common law (See Section 90025; CA This business is conducted FICTITIOUS BUSINESS matter appear before this Maverick Global Group, Inc is guilty of a misdemeanor in the facts set forth in the 14411 et seq., Business and NAME STATEMENT court at the hearing indicated This statement was filed punishable by a fine not to statement pursuant to Section Professions Code). by: a Limited Liability Company File No. 2018077019 below to show cause, if any, with the County Clerk of Los exceed one thousand dollars 17913 other than a change Original The following person(s) is why the petition for change of Angeles on April 11, 2018 ($1,000)). in the residence address of 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10/18 The registrant commenced to transact business under the (are) doing business as: name should not be granted. NOTICE-In accordance with S/ Wayne A. Johnson Sr. a registered owner. A new CNS-3122089# Everyday Notary & LOS ANGELES SENTINEL fictitious business name or Any person objecting to the Subdivision (a) of Section Owner Fictitious Business Name Livescan, 9623 S. San name changes described 17920, a Fictitious Name This statement was filed Statement must be filed names listed above on N/A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS I declare that all information Pedro St., #4, Los Angeles above must file a written Statement generally expires with the County Clerk of Los before the expiration. Effective CA 90003, County of LA objection that includes the at the end of five years from Angeles on April 11, 2018 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious NAME STATEMENT in this statement is true and File No. 2018085966 correct. (A registrant who Registered owner(s): reasons for the objection at the date on which it was filed NOTICE-In accordance with Business Name Statement Earnestine Hill, 9623 S. San least two court days before in the office of the County Subdivision (a) of Section must be accompanied by the The following person(s) is declares as true any material (are) doing business as: matter pursuant to Section Pedro St., #4, Los Angeles the matter is scheduled to Clerk, except, as provided 17920, a Fictitious Name Affidavit of Identity form. CA 90003 be heard and must appear in Subdivision (b) of Section Statement generally expires The filing of this statement Magg’s Hot Spot, 5857 17913 of the Business and Ernest Ave., Los Angeles, Professions code that the This business is conducted at the hearing to show cause 17920, where it expires at the end of five years from does not of itself authorize by: an Individual why the petition should not be 40 days after any change the date on which it was filed the use in this state of a CA 90034, County of LA; registrant knows to be false Mailing Address: 815 N. La is guilty of a misdemeanor The registrant commenced granted. If no written objection in the facts set forth in the in the office of the County Fictitious Business Name to transact business under is timely filed, the court may statement pursuant to Section Clerk, except, as provided in violation of the rights of Brea, Inglewood, CA 90302 punishable by a fine not to Registered owner(s): exceed one thousand dollars the fictitious business name grant the petition without a 17913 other than a change in Subdivision (b) of Section another under Federal, State, or names listed above on hearing. in the residence address of 17920, where it expires or common law (See Section Maggie Conners, 5857 Ernest ($1,000)). Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90034 S/ Demaurius Strong, Partner 03/2018 Notice of Hearing: a registered owner. A new 40 days after any change 14411 et seq., Business and I declare that all information Date: 5/22/18, Time: 8:30 am, Fictitious Business Name in the facts set forth in the Professions Code). This business is conducted Infinite Agricultural Solutions by: an individual LLC in this statement is true and Dept.: A, Room: 902 Statement must be filed statement pursuant to Section Original correct. (A registrant who The address of the court before the expiration. Effective 17913 other than a change 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10/18 The registrant commenced This statement was filed to transact business under with the County Clerk of Los declares as true any material is 200 W. Compton Blvd., January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in the residence address of CNS-3122127# matter pursuant to Section LOS ANGELES SENTINEL the fictitious business name Angeles on March 29, 2018 Compton, California 90220 Business Name Statement a registered owner. A new 17913 of the Business and A copy of this Order to Show must be accompanied by the Fictitious Business Name or names listed above on NOTICE-In accordance with FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 01/2018 Subdivision (a) of Section Professions code that the Cause shall be published at Affidavit of Identity form. Statement must be filed registrant knows to be false least once each week for four The filing of this statement before the expiration. Effective NAME STATEMENT I declare that all information 17920, a Fictitious Name File No. 2018084339 in this statement is true and Statement generally expires is guilty of a misdemeanor successive weeks prior to does not of itself authorize January 1, 2014, the Fictitious punishable by a fine not to the date set for hearing on the use in this state of a Business Name Statement The following person(s) is correct. (A registrant who at the end of five years from (are) doing business as: declares as true any material the date on which it was filed exceed one thousand dollars the petition in the following Fictitious Business Name must be accompanied by the ($1,000)). newspaper of general in violation of the rights of Affidavit of Identity form. M.A.D.E. Enterprises, 667 matter pursuant to Section in the office of the County W 20th Street, Apt. 3, San 17913 of the Business and Clerk, except, as provided S/ Earnestine Hill, Owner circulation, printed in this another under Federal, State, The filing of this statement This statement was filed county: Sentinel Newspaper or common law (See Section does not of itself authorize Pedro, CA 90731, County of Professions code that the in Subdivision (b) of Section LA registrant knows to be false 17920, where it expires with the County Clerk of Los Date: 4/9/18 14411 et seq., Business and the use in this state of a Angeles on March 29, 2018 Maurice A. Leiter Professions Code). Fictitious Business Name Registered owner(s): is guilty of a misdemeanor 40 days after any change Derrick Young Smith, 667 punishable by a fine not to in the facts set forth in the NOTICE-In accordance with Judge of the Superior Court Original in violation of the rights of Subdivision (a) of Section 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10/18 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10/18 W 20th Street, Apt. 3, San exceed one thousand dollars statement pursuant to Section another under Federal, State, 17920, a Fictitious Name CNS-3122085# CNS-3122631# or common law (See Section Pedro, CA 90731 ($1,000)). 17913 other than a change LOS ANGELES SENTINEL LOS ANGELES SENTINEL This business is conducted S/ Maggie Conners in the residence address of Statement generally expires 14411 et seq., Business and at the end of five years from Professions Code). by: an individual This statement was filed a registered owner. A new ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The registrant commenced to with the County Clerk of Los Fictitious Business Name the date on which it was filed Original in the office of the County FOR CHANGE OF NAME NAME STATEMENT 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10/18 transact business under the Angeles on April 9, 2018 Statement must be filed Case No. SS027504 File No. 2018087451 CNS-3122140# fictitious business name or NOTICE-In accordance with before the expiration. Effective Clerk, except, as provided Superior Court of California, The following person(s) is LOS ANGELES SENTINEL names listed above on N/A Subdivision (a) of Section January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in Subdivision (b) of Section County of Los Angeles (are) doing business as: I declare that all information 17920, a Fictitious Name Business Name Statement 17920, where it expires Petition of: Lindsay Ann Excellence Community FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in this statement is true and Statement generally expires must be accompanied by the 40 days after any change Weidner for Change of Name Rehabilitation Program, NAME STATEMENT correct. (A registrant who at the end of five years from Affidavit of Identity form. in the facts set forth in the TO ALL INTERESTED 7137 Alvern St. Apt. 328, File No. 2018081296 declares as true any material the date on which it was filed The filing of this statement statement pursuant to Section PERSONS: Los Angeles, CA 90045, The following person(s) is matter pursuant to Section in the office of the County does not of itself authorize 17913 other than a change Petitioner Lindsay Ann County of LA (are) doing business as: 17913 of the Business and Clerk, except, as provided the use in this state of a in the residence address of Weidner filed a petition Registered owner(s): Fifth Element God Apparel, Professions code that the in Subdivision (b) of Section Fictitious Business Name a registered owner. A new with this court for a decree Octavia Askew, 7137 Alvern 727 W 53rd St., Los Angeles, registrant knows to be false 17920, where it expires in violation of the rights of Fictitious Business Name changing names as follows: St. Apt. 328, Los Angeles, CA CA 90037, County of LA is guilty of a misdemeanor 40 days after any change another under Federal, State, Statement must be filed Lindsay Ann Weidner to 90045; CA Articles of Incorporation or punishable by a fine not to in the facts set forth in the or common law (See Section before the expiration. Effective Chrystal-Ann Weidner This business is conducted Organization Number: AI exceed one thousand dollars statement pursuant to Section 14411 et seq., Business and January 1, 2014, the Fictitious The Court orders that all by: an individual #ON: C3974778 ($1,000)). 17913 other than a change Professions Code). Business Name Statement persons interested in this The registrant commenced to Registered owner(s): S/ Derrick Young Smith, in the residence address of Original must be accompanied by the matter appear before this transact business under the Seeds Growing Families, 941 Owner a registered owner. A new 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/18 Affidavit of Identity form. court at the hearing indicated fictitious business name or S Vermont, St., #101/312, Los This statement was filed Fictitious Business Name CNS-3120257# The filing of this statement below to show cause, if any, names listed above on N/A Angeles, CA 90006; CA with the County Clerk of Los Statement must be filed LOS ANGELES SENTINEL does not of itself authorize why the petition for change of I declare that all information This business is conducted Angeles on April 6, 2018 before the expiration. Effective the use in this state of a name should not be granted. in this statement is true and by: a Corporation NOTICE-In accordance with January 1, 2014, the Fictitious FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fictitious Business Name Any person objecting to the correct. (A registrant who The registrant commenced to Subdivision (a) of Section Business Name Statement NAME STATEMENT in violation of the rights of name changes described declares as true any material transact business under the 17920, a Fictitious Name must be accompanied by the File No. 2018084828 another under Federal, State, above must file a written matter pursuant to Section fictitious business name or Statement generally expires Affidavit of Identity form. The following person(s) is or common law (See Section objection that includes the 17913 of the Business and names listed above on n/a at the end of five years from The filing of this statement (are) doing business as: 14411 et seq., Business and reasons for the objection at Professions code that the I declare that all information the date on which it was filed does not of itself authorize Oshan Construction, 1283 S Professions Code). least two court days before registrant knows to be false in this statement is true and Redonod Bl., Los Angeles, Original in the office of the County the use in this state of a 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/18 the matter is scheduled to is guilty of a misdemeanor correct. (A registrant who Clerk, except, as provided Fictitious Business Name CA 90019, County of LA Registered owner(s): CNS-3120242# be heard and must appear punishable by a fine not to declares as true any material in Subdivision (b) of Section in violation of the rights of LOS ANGELES SENTINEL at the hearing to show cause exceed one thousand dollars matter pursuant to Section 17920, where it expires another under Federal, State, Oshan Dammika Fernando, why the petition should not be ($1,000)). 17913 of the Business and 40 days after any change or common law (See Section 1283 S Redonod Bl., Los Angeles, CA 90019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS granted. If no written objection S/ Octavia Askew, Owner Professions code that the in the facts set forth in the 14411 et seq., Business and NAME STATEMENT is timely filed, the court may This statement was filed registrant knows to be false statement pursuant to Section Professions Code). This business is conducted by: an Individual File No. 2018077026 grant the petition without a with the County Clerk of Los is guilty of a misdemeanor 17913 other than a change Original The following person(s) is hearing. Angeles on April 10, 2018 punishable by a fine not to in the residence address of 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10/18 The registrant commenced to transact business under the (are) doing business as: Notice of Hearing: NOTICE-In accordance with exceed one thousand dollars a registered owner. A new CNS-3122084# Places & Spaces Moving Date: 25 May 2018, Time: Subdivision (a) of Section ($1,000)). Fictitious Business Name LOS ANGELES SENTINEL fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A Company, 9623 S San Pedro 8:30 AM, Dept.: K, Room: 17920, a Fictitious Name S/ Abasi Naeem Patton, CEO Statement must be filed St., #4, Los Angeles, CA Annex Statement generally expires Seeds Growing Families before the expiration. Effective FICTITIOUS BUSINESS I declare that all information NAME STATEMENT in this statement is true and 90003, County of LA The address of the court is at the end of five years from This statement was filed January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Registered owner(s): 600 South Commonwealth the date on which it was filed with the County Clerk of Los Business Name Statement File No. 2018084657 correct. (A registrant who The following person(s) is declares as true any material Mary M. Hill, 9623 S. San Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90005 in the office of the County Angeles on April 3, 2018 must be accompanied by the Pedro St., #4, Los Angeles, A copy of this Order to Show Clerk, except, as provided NOTICE-In accordance with Affidavit of Identity form. (are) doing business as: matter pursuant to Section Socal Since, 1100 W 61st 17913 of the Business and CA 90003 Cause shall be published at in Subdivision (b) of Section Subdivision (a) of Section The filing of this statement This business is conducted least once each week for four 17920, where it expires 17920, a Fictitious Name does not of itself authorize Street, Los Angeles, CA Professions code that the 90044, County of LA registrant knows to be false by: an Individual successive weeks prior to 40 days after any change Statement generally expires the use in this state of a The registrant commenced the date set for hearing on in the facts set forth in the at the end of five years from Fictitious Business Name Registered owner(s): is guilty of a misdemeanor Tonya K White, 1100 W 61st punishable by a fine not to to transact business under the petition in the following statement pursuant to Section the date on which it was filed in violation of the rights of the fictitious business name newspaper of general 17913 other than a change in the office of the County another under Federal, State, Street, Los Angeles, CA exceed one thousand dollars 90044 ($1,000)). or names listed above on circulation, printed in this in the residence address of Clerk, except, as provided or common law (See Section 03/2018 county: Los Angeles Sentinel a registered owner. A new in Subdivision (b) of Section 14411 et seq., Business and This business is conducted S/ Oshan Dammika Fernando, by: an individual Owner I declare that all information Date: MAR 26, 2018 Fictitious Business Name 17920, where it expires Professions Code). in this statement is true and Gerald Rosenberg Statement must be filed 40 days after any change Original The registrant commenced This statement was filed to transact business under with the County Clerk of Los correct. (A registrant who Judge of the Superior Court before the expiration. Effective in the facts set forth in the 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10/18 declares as true any material 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26/18 the fictitious business name Angeles on April 6, 2018 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious statement pursuant to Section CNS-3122122# matter pursuant to Section CNS-3116319# LOS ANGELES SENTINEL or names listed above on NOTICE-In accordance with Business Name Statement 17913 other than a change 17913 of the Business and LOS ANGELES SENTINEL must be accompanied by the in the residence address of 04/2018 Subdivision (a) of Section FICTITIOUS BUSINESS I declare that all information 17920, a Fictitious Name Professions code that the Affidavit of Identity form. a registered owner. A new registrant knows to be false The filing of this statement Fictitious Business Name NAME STATEMENT in this statement is true and Statement generally expires File No. 2018085978 correct. (A registrant who at the end of five years from is guilty of a misdemeanor does not of itself authorize Statement must be filed punishable by a fine not to FICTITIOUS the use in this state of a before the expiration. Effective The following person(s) is declares as true any material the date on which it was filed (are) doing business as: matter pursuant to Section in the office of the County exceed one thousand dollars Fictitious Business Name January 1, 2014, the Fictitious ($1,000)). BUSINESS in violation of the rights of Business Name Statement (1) Maid To Be Beautiful, 17913 of the Business and Clerk, except, as provided (2) MTBB Management, Professions code that the in Subdivision (b) of Section S/ Mary M. Hill, Owner another under Federal, State, must be accompanied by the This statement was filed NAMES or common law (See Section Affidavit of Identity form. (3) Womanpreneur, 7633 registrant knows to be false 17920, where it expires Griffith Ave., Highland, is guilty of a misdemeanor 40 days after any change with the County Clerk of Los 14411 et seq., Business and The filing of this statement Angeles on March 29, 2018 Professions Code). does not of itself authorize CA 92346, County of San punishable by a fine not to in the facts set forth in the Bernardino; Mailing Address: exceed one thousand dollars statement pursuant to Section NOTICE-In accordance with Original the use in this state of a Subdivision (a) of Section FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10/18 3651 S La Brea Ave 825, Los ($1,000)). 17913 other than a change Fictitious Business Name 17920, a Fictitious Name NAME STATEMENT CNS-3122148# in violation of the rights of Angeles, CA 90016 S/ Tonya K White, Owner in the residence address of File No. 2018088794 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Registered owner(s): This statement was filed a registered owner. A new Statement generally expires another under Federal, State, at the end of five years from The following person(s) is or common law (See Section Angelina Coley, 7633 Griffith with the County Clerk of Los Fictitious Business Name (are) doing business as: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Ave., Highland, CA 92346 Angeles on April 6, 2018 Statement must be filed the date on which it was filed 14411 et seq., Business and in the office of the County Maverick Auto Transport, NAME STATEMENT Professions Code). This business is conducted NOTICE-In accordance with before the expiration. Effective 11060 Artesia Blvd. Suite F, File No. 2018088692 by: an individual Subdivision (a) of Section January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Clerk, except, as provided Original in Subdivision (b) of Section Cerritos, CA 90703, County The following person(s) is 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10/18 The registrant commenced 17920, a Fictitious Name Business Name Statement of LA (are) doing business as: CNS-3122135# to transact business under Statement generally expires must be accompanied by the 17920, where it expires LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 40 days after any change

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in the facts set forth in the with the County Clerk of Los This statement was filed punishable by a fine not to matter pursuant to Section Avenue, Los Angeles, CA statement pursuant to Section Angeles on March 30, 2018 with the County Clerk of Los exceed one thousand dollars 17913 of the Business and 90044 17913 other than a change NOTICE-In accordance with Angeles on March 27, 2018 ($1,000)). Professions code that the This business is conducted GOVERNMENT in the residence address of Subdivision (a) of Section NOTICE-In accordance with S/ Riva R. Higgins, Owner registrant knows to be false by: an individual a registered owner. A new 17920, a Fictitious Name Subdivision (a) of Section This statement was filed is guilty of a misdemeanor The registrant commenced Fictitious Business Name Statement generally expires 17920, a Fictitious Name with the County Clerk of Los punishable by a fine not to to transact business under Statement must be filed at the end of five years from Statement generally expires Angeles on March 16, 2018 exceed one thousand dollars the fictitious business name LOS ANGELES COUNTY before the expiration. Effective the date on which it was filed at the end of five years from NOTICE-In accordance with ($1,000)). or names listed above on METROPOLITAN January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in the office of the County the date on which it was filed Subdivision (a) of Section S/ Kenneth Handsome, 03/2018 TRANSPORTATION Business Name Statement Clerk, except, as provided in the office of the County 17920, a Fictitious Name Owner I declare that all information AUTHORITY (Metro) must be accompanied by the in Subdivision (b) of Section Clerk, except, as provided Statement generally expires This statement was filed in this statement is true and Metro Set-Aside Affidavit of Identity form. 17920, where it expires in Subdivision (b) of Section at the end of five years from with the County Clerk of Los correct. (A registrant who Opportunity. This The filing of this statement 40 days after any change 17920, where it expires the date on which it was filed Angeles on March 19, 2018 declares as true any material solicitation is open to does not of itself authorize in the facts set forth in the 40 days after any change in the office of the County NOTICE-In accordance with matter pursuant to Section Certified Small Businesses the use in this state of a statement pursuant to Section in the facts set forth in the Clerk, except, as provided Subdivision (a) of Section 17913 of the Business and Only. Fictitious Business Name 17913 other than a change statement pursuant to Section in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Professions code that the Metro will receive Proposals in violation of the rights of in the residence address of 17913 other than a change 17920, where it expires Statement generally expires registrant knows to be false for Request for Proposals another under Federal, State, a registered owner. A new in the residence address of 40 days after any change at the end of five years from is guilty of a misdemeanor (RFP) No. PS52802, or common law (See Section Fictitious Business Name a registered owner. A new in the facts set forth in the the date on which it was filed punishable by a fine not to Regional Construction 14411 et seq., Business and Statement must be filed Fictitious Business Name statement pursuant to Section in the office of the County exceed one thousand dollars Industry Workforce Professions Code). before the expiration. Effective Statement must be filed 17913 other than a change Clerk, except, as provided ($1,000)). Disparity Study. Metro Original January 1, 2014, the Fictitious before the expiration. Effective in the residence address of in Subdivision (b) of Section S/ Melissa Lorraine Hewlett, seeks a qualified consultant 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/18 Business Name Statement January 1, 2014, the Fictitious a registered owner. A new 17920, where it expires Owner to conduct a comprehensive CNS-3120228# must be accompanied by the Business Name Statement Fictitious Business Name 40 days after any change This statement was filed workforce disparity study LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Affidavit of Identity form. must be accompanied by the Statement must be filed in the facts set forth in the with the County Clerk of Los to identify the availability of The filing of this statement Affidavit of Identity form. before the expiration. Effective statement pursuant to Section Angeles on March 19, 2018 women in the construction FICTITIOUS BUSINESS does not of itself authorize The filing of this statement January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 17913 other than a change NOTICE-In accordance with trades within the Los Angeles NAME STATEMENT the use in this state of a does not of itself authorize Business Name Statement in the residence address of Subdivision (a) of Section County region and as detailed File No. 2018082247 Fictitious Business Name the use in this state of a must be accompanied by the a registered owner. A new 17920, a Fictitious Name in the Statement of Work on The following person(s) is in violation of the rights of Fictitious Business Name Affidavit of Identity form. Fictitious Business Name Statement generally expires file at the LACMTA Office of (are) doing business as: another under Federal, State, in violation of the rights of The filing of this statement Statement must be filed at the end of five years from Procurement, One Gateway Goddesscomplex, 1621 La or common law (See Section another under Federal, State, does not of itself authorize before the expiration. Effective the date on which it was filed Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, Fayette Rd, Los Angeles CA 14411 et seq., Business and or common law (See Section the use in this state of a January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in the office of the County 90012 (9th Floor). 90019, County of LA Professions Code). 14411 et seq., Business and Fictitious Business Name Business Name Statement Clerk, except, as provided All proposals must be Registered owner(s): Original Professions Code). in violation of the rights of must be accompanied by the in Subdivision (b) of Section received on or before 2:00 Haus of Dzire LLC, 1621 La 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26/18 Original another under Federal, State, Affidavit of Identity form. 17920, where it expires p.m. Friday May 18, 2018 Fayette Rd, Los Angeles CA CNS-3117292# 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26/18 or common law (See Section The filing of this statement 40 days after any change at the address listed above. 90019; CA LOS ANGELES SENTINEL CNS-3117165# 14411 et seq., Business and does not of itself authorize in the facts set forth in the Proposals received later than This business is conducted by: LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Professions Code). the use in this state of a statement pursuant to Section the above date and time will a Limited Liability Company FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Original Fictitious Business Name 17913 other than a change be rejected and returned to The registrant commenced NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26/18 in violation of the rights of in the residence address of the proposer unopened. A to transact business under File No. 2018 071183 NAME STATEMENT CNS-3117138# another under Federal, State, a registered owner. A new Pre-Proposal conference the fictitious business name The following person(s) is File No. 2018056861 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL or common law (See Section Fictitious Business Name will be held at 2:00 p.m. on or names listed above on (are) doing business as: The following person(s) is 14411 et seq., Business and Statement must be filed Wednesday May 2, 2018 04/2017 TNT Brown Cleaning (are) doing business as: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Professions Code). before the expiration. Effective in the Henry Huntington I declare that all information Services, 5314 West 124th Soulfro, 8810 S. Wilton NAME STATEMENT Original January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Conference Room, 3rdth in this statement is true and Place, Hawthorne, CA Place, Los Angeles, CA File No. 2018051216 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 Business Name Statement Floor located at the above correct. (A registrant who 90250, County of LA 90047, County of LA The following person(s) is CNS-3115199# must be accompanied by the address. declares as true any material Registered owner(s): Registered owner(s): (are) doing business as: LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Affidavit of Identity form. matter pursuant to Section Yolanda Brown, 5314 West Roslyn Duncan, 8810 S. Continue In Faith, 3933 The filing of this statement 17913 of the Business and 124th Place, Hawthorne, CA Wilton Place, Los Angeles, Nicolet Ave., Apt 9, Los FICTITIOUS BUSINESS does not of itself authorize Copies of the RFP will be Professions code that the 90250 CA 90047 Angeles, CA 90008, County NAME STATEMENT the use in this state of a available during the week registrant knows to be false This business is conducted This business is conducted of LA File No. 2018056491 Fictitious Business Name of April 16th, 2018 via the is guilty of a misdemeanor by: An Individual by: an individual Registered owner(s): The following person(s) is in violation of the rights of website at www.metro. punishable by a fine not to The registrant commenced to The registrant commenced Shalonda Reddie, 3933 (are) doing business as: another under Federal, State, net. You may also obtain a exceed one thousand dollars transact business under the to transact business under Nicolet Ave., Apt 9, Los 1. ESR Bike & Skate Shop, or common law (See Section copy of the RFP by calling ($1,000)). fictitious business name or the fictitious business name Angeles, CA 90008; CA 2. East Side Riders Bike 14411 et seq., Business and the PROCUREMENT S/ Za Leea Winton, President names listed above on N/A or names listed above on This business is conducted Club, 3. East Side Riders, 4. Professions Code). RECEPTION DESK (9th Haus of Dzire LLC I declare that all information 03/2018 by: an Individual ESRBC, 218 W. 121st Place, Original Floor) at (213) 922-1037, or This statement was filed in this statement is true and I declare that all information The registrant commenced to Los Angeles, CA 90061, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 via Fax at (213) 922-1004. with the County Clerk of Los correct. (A registrant who in this statement is true and transact business under the County of LA CNS-3113574# 4/19/18 Angeles on April 4, 2018 declares as true any material correct. (A registrant who fictitious business name or Registered owner(s): LOS ANGELES SENTINEL CNS-3121973# NOTICE-In accordance with matter pursuant to Section declares as true any material names listed above on N/A John Jones III, 218 W. 121st LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Subdivision (a) of Section 17913 of the Business and matter pursuant to Section I declare that all information Place, Los Angeles, CA 90061 17920, a Fictitious Name Professions code that the 17913 of the Business and in this statement is true and This business is conducted FICTITIOUS BUSINESS LOS ANGELES COUNTY Statement generally expires registrant knows to be false Professions code that the correct. (A registrant who by: An Individual NAME STATEMENT METROPOLITAN at the end of five years from is guilty of a misdemeanor registrant knows to be false declares as true any material The registrant commenced to File No. 2018058093 TRANSPORTATION the date on which it was filed punishable by a fine not to is guilty of a misdemeanor matter pursuant to Section transact business under the The following person(s) is AUTHORITY (Metro) in the office of the County exceed one thousand dollars punishable by a fine not to 17913 of the Business and fictitious business name or (are) doing business as: Clerk, except, as provided ($1,000)). exceed one thousand dollars Professions code that the names listed above on N/A Torrance Brew Yard, in Subdivision (b) of Section S/ Yolanda Brown, President ($1,000)). registrant knows to be false I declare that all information 19606 S. Normandie Ave., Metro Set-Aside 17920, where it expires This statement was filed S/ Roslyn Duncan, Owner is guilty of a misdemeanor in this statement is true and Torrance, CA 90502, County Opportunity. This 40 days after any change with the County Clerk of Los This statement was filed punishable by a fine not to correct. (A registrant who of LA solicitation is open to in the facts set forth in the Angeles on March 22, 2018 with the County Clerk of Los exceed one thousand dollars declares as true any material Registered owner(s): Certified Small Businesses statement pursuant to Section NOTICE-In accordance with Angeles on March 7, 2018 ($1,000)). matter pursuant to Section Douglas Haas, 21517 Halldale Only. 17913 other than a change Subdivision (a) of Section NOTICE-In accordance with S/ Shalonda Reddie, Owner 17913 of the Business and Ave., Torrance, CA 90501 Metro will receive Proposals in the residence address of 17920, a Fictitious Name Subdivision (a) of Section This statement was filed Professions code that the This business is conducted for Request for Proposals a registered owner. A new Statement generally expires 17920, a Fictitious Name with the County Clerk of Los registrant knows to be false by: an individual (RFP) No. PS52802, Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from Statement generally expires Angeles on March 1, 2018 is guilty of a misdemeanor The registrant commenced to Regional Construction Statement must be filed the date on which it was filed at the end of five years from NOTICE-In accordance with punishable by a fine not to transact business under the Industry Workforce before the expiration. Effective in the office of the County the date on which it was filed Subdivision (a) of Section exceed one thousand dollars fictitious business name or Disparity Study. Metro January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Clerk, except, as provided in the office of the County 17920, a Fictitious Name ($1,000)). names listed above on N/A seeks a qualified consultant Business Name Statement in Subdivision (b) of Section Clerk, except, as provided Statement generally expires S/ John Jones III, Owner I declare that all information to conduct a comprehensive must be accompanied by the 17920, where it expires in Subdivision (b) of Section at the end of five years from This statement was filed in this statement is true and workforce disparity study Affidavit of Identity form. 40 days after any change 17920, where it expires the date on which it was filed with the County Clerk of Los correct. (A registrant who to identify the availability of The filing of this statement in the facts set forth in the 40 days after any change in the office of the County Angeles on March 7, 2018 declares as true any material women in the construction does not of itself authorize statement pursuant to Section in the facts set forth in the Clerk, except, as provided NOTICE-In accordance with matter pursuant to Section trades within the Los Angeles the use in this state of a 17913 other than a change statement pursuant to Section in Subdivision (b) of Section Subdivision (a) of Section 17913 of the Business and County region and as detailed Fictitious Business Name in the residence address of 17913 other than a change 17920, where it expires 17920, a Fictitious Name Professions code that the in the Statement of Work on in violation of the rights of a registered owner. A new in the residence address of 40 days after any change Statement generally expires registrant knows to be false file at the LACMTA Office of another under Federal, State, Fictitious Business Name a registered owner. A new in the facts set forth in the at the end of five years from is guilty of a misdemeanor Procurement, One Gateway or common law (See Section Statement must be filed Fictitious Business Name statement pursuant to Section the date on which it was filed punishable by a fine not to Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, 14411 et seq., Business and before the expiration. Effective Statement must be filed 17913 other than a change in the office of the County exceed one thousand dollars 90012 (9th Floor). Professions Code). January 1, 2014, the Fictitious before the expiration. Effective in the residence address of Clerk, except, as provided ($1,000)). All proposals must be Amended (New) Filing Business Name Statement January 1, 2014, the Fictitious a registered owner. A new in Subdivision (b) of Section S/ Douglas Haas, Owner received on or before 2:00 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/18 must be accompanied by the Business Name Statement Fictitious Business Name 17920, where it expires This statement was filed p.m. Friday May 18, 2018 CNS-3120221# Affidavit of Identity form. must be accompanied by the Statement must be filed 40 days after any change with the County Clerk of Los LOS ANGELES SENTINEL at the address listed above. The filing of this statement Affidavit of Identity form. before the expiration. Effective in the facts set forth in the Angeles on March 8, 2018 Proposals received later than does not of itself authorize The filing of this statement January 1, 2014, the Fictitious statement pursuant to Section NOTICE-In accordance with FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the above date and time will the use in this state of a does not of itself authorize Business Name Statement 17913 other than a change Subdivision (a) of Section be rejected and returned to NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name the use in this state of a must be accompanied by the in the residence address of 17920, a Fictitious Name File No. 2018075395 the proposer unopened. A in violation of the rights of Fictitious Business Name Affidavit of Identity form. a registered owner. A new Statement generally expires Pre-Proposal conference The following person(s) is another under Federal, State, in violation of the rights of The filing of this statement Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from (are) doing business as: will be held at 2:00 p.m. on or common law (See Section another under Federal, State, does not of itself authorize Statement must be filed the date on which it was filed Wednesday May 2, 2018 Love Returnes, 3720 14411 et seq., Business and or common law (See Section the use in this state of a before the expiration. Effective in the office of the County West Slauson Ave., Los in the Henry Huntington Professions Code). 14411 et seq., Business and Fictitious Business Name January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Clerk, except, as provided Conference Room, 3rdth Angeles, CA 90043, County Original Professions Code). in violation of the rights of Business Name Statement in Subdivision (b) of Section of LA; Mailing Address: 3476 Floor located at the above 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26/18 Original another under Federal, State, must be accompanied by the 17920, where it expires address. Olympiad Dr., View Park, CA CNS-3117289# 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26/18 or common law (See Section Affidavit of Identity form. 40 days after any change 90043-1123 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL CNS-3117151# 14411 et seq., Business and The filing of this statement in the facts set forth in the Registered owner(s): LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Professions Code). does not of itself authorize statement pursuant to Section Copies of the RFP will be Myrtisteen Allen, 3476 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Original the use in this state of a 17913 other than a change Olympiad Dr., View Park, CA NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS available during the week 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 Fictitious Business Name in the residence address of th 90043-1123 File No. 2018059912 NAME STATEMENT of April 16 , 2018 via the CNS-3115218# in violation of the rights of a registered owner. A new website at www.metro. Warren Allen, 3476 Olympiad The following person(s) is File No. 2018059910 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL another under Federal, State, Fictitious Business Name Dr., View Park, CA 90043- (are) doing business as: The following person(s) is net. You may also obtain a or common law (See Section Statement must be filed copy of the RFP by calling 1123 Top!k, 1918 W 84th Pl, Los (are) doing business as: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 14411 et seq., Business and before the expiration. Effective This business is conducted Angeles, CA 90047, County Evgle, 1918 W. 84th Pl., Los NAME STATEMENT the PROCUREMENT Professions Code). January 1, 2014, the Fictitious th by: a Married Couple of LA Angeles, CA 90047, County File No. 2018055631 RECEPTION DESK (9 Original Business Name Statement Floor) at (213) 922-1037, or The registrant commenced to Registered owner(s): of LA The following person(s) is 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 must be accompanied by the transact business under the Britney King, 1918 W 84th Pl, Registered owner(s): (are) doing business as: via Fax at (213) 922-1004. CNS-3114318# Affidavit of Identity form. 4/19/18 fictitious business name or Los Angeles, CA 90047; CA Matthew Burdette, 1918 W. EM Enterprise Delivery, LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The filing of this statement CNS-3121553# names listed above on N/A This business is conducted 84th Pl., Los Angeles, CA 925 Enterprise Ave, Apt. does not of itself authorize LOS ANGELES SENTINEL I declare that all information by: An Individual 90047; CA 12, Inglewood, CA 90302, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the use in this state of a in this statement is true and The registrant commenced to This business is conducted County of LA NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name LOS ANGELES COUNTY correct. (A registrant who transact business under the by: an individual Registered owner(s): File No. 2018053541 in violation of the rights of METROPOLITAN declares as true any material fictitious business name or The registrant commenced to Vincent Mack, 925 Enterprise The following person(s) is another under Federal, State, TRANSPORTATION matter pursuant to Section names listed above on N/A transact business under the Ave, Apt 12, Inglewood, CA (are) doing business as: or common law (See Section AUTHORITY (LACMTA) 17913 of the Business and I declare that all information fictitious business name or 90302 1. Vain And Insane, 2. Vain 14411 et seq., Business and INVITATION FOR BID Professions code that the in this statement is true and names listed above on N/A This business is conducted & Insane, 1707 E. 64th St., Professions Code). registrant knows to be false correct. (A registrant who I declare that all information by: an Individual Long Beach, CA 90805, Original is guilty of a misdemeanor declares as true any material in this statement is true and The registrant commenced to County of LA 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 LACMTA will receive bids for punishable by a fine not to matter pursuant to Section correct. (A registrant who transact business under the Registered owner(s): CNS-3113502# OP52980 - ExpressLanes - exceed one thousand dollars 17913 of the Business and declares as true any material fictitious business name or Jade A. Aiono, 1707 E 64th LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Channelizers & Epoxy at the ($1,000)). Professions code that the matter pursuant to Section names listed above on n/a St., Long Beach, CA 90805 9th Floor Receptionist Desk, S/ Myrtisteen Allen, Wife registrant knows to be false 17913 of the Business and I declare that all information Ahleta L. Johnson, 1806 W. Vendor/Contract Management This statement was filed is guilty of a misdemeanor Professions code that the in this statement is true and 50th St., Los Angeles, CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Department, One Gateway with the County Clerk of Los punishable by a fine not to registrant knows to be false correct. (A registrant who 90062 NAME STATEMENT Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Angeles on March 28, 2018 exceed one thousand dollars is guilty of a misdemeanor declares as true any material This business is conducted File No. 2018062476 (9th Floor). NOTICE-In accordance with ($1,000)). punishable by a fine not to matter pursuant to Section by: a General Partnership The following person(s) is Subdivision (a) of Section S/ Britney King, Owner exceed one thousand dollars 17913 of the Business and The registrant commenced (are) doing business as: 17920, a Fictitious Name This statement was filed ($1,000)). Professions code that the to transact business under Strategic Planning 2, 10112 This project is a Small Statement generally expires with the County Clerk of Los S/ Matthew Burdette, Owner registrant knows to be false the fictitious business name Felton Ave., #17, Inglewood, Business Enterprise (SBE) at the end of five years from Angeles on March 9, 2018 This statement was filed is guilty of a misdemeanor or names listed above on CA 90304, County of LA; Set-Aside contract. To the date on which it was filed NOTICE-In accordance with with the County Clerk of Los punishable by a fine not to 01/2018 Mailing Address: 815 N. La participate in this IFB, bidders in the office of the County Subdivision (a) of Section Angeles on March 9, 2018 exceed one thousand dollars I declare that all information Brea Ave., #75, Inglewood, must be SBE certified with Clerk, except, as provided 17920, a Fictitious Name NOTICE-In accordance with ($1,000)). in this statement is true and CA 90302 LACMTA prior to proposal in Subdivision (b) of Section Statement generally expires Subdivision (a) of Section S/ Vincent Mack, Owner correct. (A registrant who Registered owner(s): due date. For information on 17920, where it expires at the end of five years from 17920, a Fictitious Name This statement was filed declares as true any material Louis Francis, 10112 Felton the Set-Aside program, visit 40 days after any change the date on which it was filed Statement generally expires with the County Clerk of Los matter pursuant to Section Ave., #17, Inglewood, CA http://mymetro/DEOD/Pages/ in the facts set forth in the in the office of the County at the end of five years from Angeles on March 6, 2018 17913 of the Business and 90302 Small-Business-certification- statement pursuant to Section Clerk, except, as provided the date on which it was filed NOTICE-In accordance with Professions code that the This business is conducted Unit.aspx. All Bids must be 17913 other than a change in Subdivision (b) of Section in the office of the County Subdivision (a) of Section registrant knows to be false by: an Individual submitted on forms furnished in the residence address of 17920, where it expires Clerk, except, as provided 17920, a Fictitious Name is guilty of a misdemeanor The registrant commenced to by LACMTA, and must be a registered owner. A new 40 days after any change in Subdivision (b) of Section Statement generally expires punishable by a fine not to transact business under the filed at the reception desk, 9th Fictitious Business Name in the facts set forth in the 17920, where it expires at the end of five years from exceed one thousand dollars fictitious business name or floor, V/CM Department, on or Statement must be filed statement pursuant to Section 40 days after any change the date on which it was filed ($1,000)). names listed above on n/a before 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time before the expiration. Effective 17913 other than a change in the facts set forth in the in the office of the County S/ Jade A. Aiono, Partner I declare that all information on Wednesday, May 16, January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in the residence address of statement pursuant to Section Clerk, except, as provided This statement was filed in this statement is true and 2018, at which time bids will Business Name Statement a registered owner. A new 17913 other than a change in Subdivision (b) of Section with the County Clerk of Los correct. (A registrant who be opened and publicly read. must be accompanied by the Fictitious Business Name in the residence address of 17920, where it expires Angeles on March 2, 2018 declares as true any material Bids received later than the Affidavit of Identity form. Statement must be filed a registered owner. A new 40 days after any change NOTICE-In accordance with matter pursuant to Section above date and time will be The filing of this statement before the expiration. Effective Fictitious Business Name in the facts set forth in the Subdivision (a) of Section 17913 of the Business and rejected and returned to the does not of itself authorize January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Statement must be filed statement pursuant to Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Professions code that the bidder unopened. Each bid the use in this state of a Business Name Statement before the expiration. Effective 17913 other than a change Statement generally expires registrant knows to be false must be sealed and marked Fictitious Business Name must be accompanied by the January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in the residence address of at the end of five years from is guilty of a misdemeanor Bid No. OP52980. A Pre-Bid in violation of the rights of Affidavit of Identity form. Business Name Statement a registered owner. A new the date on which it was filed punishable by a fine not to conference will be held on another under Federal, State, The filing of this statement must be accompanied by the Fictitious Business Name in the office of the County exceed one thousand dollars 24-Apr-2018 09:00:00, at One or common law (See Section does not of itself authorize Affidavit of Identity form. Statement must be filed Clerk, except, as provided ($1,000)). Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles, 14411 et seq., Business and the use in this state of a The filing of this statement before the expiration. Effective in Subdivision (b) of Section S/ Louis Francis, Owner CA 90012, Alhambra: Room Professions Code). Fictitious Business Name does not of itself authorize January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 17920, where it expires This statement was filed 09-84. Original in violation of the rights of the use in this state of a Business Name Statement 40 days after any change with the County Clerk of Los 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3/18 another under Federal, State, Fictitious Business Name must be accompanied by the in the facts set forth in the Angeles on March 13, 2018 CNS-3120216# or common law (See Section in violation of the rights of Affidavit of Identity form. statement pursuant to Section NOTICE-In accordance with LOS ANGELES SENTINEL For a copy of the IFB go to 14411 et seq., Business and another under Federal, State, The filing of this statement 17913 other than a change Subdivision (a) of Section http://business.metro.net/ Professions Code). or common law (See Section does not of itself authorize in the residence address of 17920, a Fictitious Name VendorPortal/faces/home/ FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Original 14411 et seq., Business and the use in this state of a a registered owner. A new Statement generally expires NAME STATEMENT 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26/18 solicitations/openSolicitations Professions Code). Fictitious Business Name Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from or for further information email File No. 2018077616 CNS-3117170# Original in violation of the rights of Statement must be filed the date on which it was filed The following person(s) is LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26/18 Aryani Guzman at guzmana@ another under Federal, State, before the expiration. Effective in the office of the County metro.net. (are) doing business as: CNS-3117145# or common law (See Section January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Clerk, except, as provided Growth Mindset FICTITIOUS BUSINESS LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 4/19/18 14411 et seq., Business and Business Name Statement in Subdivision (b) of Section CNS-3119903# Communications, 4451 NAME STATEMENT Professions Code). must be accompanied by the 17920, where it expires LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Don Ricardo Drive #2, Los File No. 2018074040 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Original Affidavit of Identity form. 40 days after any change Angeles, CA 90008, County The following person(s) is NAME STATEMENT 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 The filing of this statement in the facts set forth in the LOS ANGELES COUNTY of LA (are) doing business as: File No. 2018066191 CNS-3115200# does not of itself authorize statement pursuant to Section METROPOLITAN Registered owner(s): GW Consulting, 1 The following person(s) is LOS ANGELES SENTINEL the use in this state of a 17913 other than a change TRANSPORTATION Melissa Rayna Franklin, 4451 Blacksmith Circle, Pomona, (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name in the residence address of AUTHORITY (LACMTA) Don Ricardo Drive #2, Los CA 91766, County of LA Now We’re Havin Fun FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in violation of the rights of a registered owner. A new INVITATION FOR BID Angeles, CA 90008 Registered owner(s): Balloonagrams, 1740 East NAME STATEMENT another under Federal, State, Fictitious Business Name This business is conducted Greg T. Weist, 1 Blacksmith 126th Street, Compton, CA File No. 2018067709 or common law (See Section Statement must be filed by: an individual Circle, Pomona, CA 91766 90222, County of LA The following person(s) is 14411 et seq., Business and before the expiration. Effective LACMTA will receive bids for The registrant commenced to This business is conducted Registered owner(s): (are) doing business as: Professions Code). January 1, 2014, the Fictitious OP52924 - Blue and Gold transact business under the by: An Individual Riva R. Higgins, 1740 East Kenny Buds Towing, Original Business Name Statement Line Train Control Batteries fictitious business name or The registrant commenced to 126th Street, Compton, CA 12126 Bremerton Way, Los 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 must be accompanied by the at the 9th Floor Receptionist names listed above on N/A transact business under the 90222 Angeles, CA 90061, County CNS-3113575# Affidavit of Identity form. Desk, Vendor/Contract I declare that all information fictitious business name or This business is conducted of LA LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The filing of this statement Management Department, in this statement is true and names listed above on N/A by: an Individual Registered owner(s): does not of itself authorize One Gateway Plaza, Los correct. (A registrant who I declare that all information The registrant commenced to Kenneth Handsome, 12126 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the use in this state of a Angeles, CA 90012 (9th declares as true any material in this statement is true and transact business under the Bremerton Way, Los Angeles, NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name Floor). matter pursuant to Section correct. (A registrant who fictitious business name or CA 90061 File No. 2018067543 in violation of the rights of 17913 of the Business and declares as true any material names listed above on n/a This business is conducted The following person(s) is another under Federal, State, Professions code that the matter pursuant to Section I declare that all information by: an individual (are) doing business as: or common law (See Section This project is a Small registrant knows to be false 17913 of the Business and in this statement is true and The registrant commenced to Into The Future Graphic 14411 et seq., Business and is guilty of a misdemeanor Professions code that the correct. (A registrant who transact business under the Design, 12226 South Business Enterprise (SBE) Professions Code). Set-Aside contract. To punishable by a fine not to registrant knows to be false declares as true any material fictitious business name or Berendo Avenue, Los Original exceed one thousand dollars is guilty of a misdemeanor matter pursuant to Section names listed above on N/A Angeles, CA 90044, County participate in this IFB, bidders 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 must be SBE certified with ($1,000)). punishable by a fine not to 17913 of the Business and I declare that all information of LA CNS-3113477# S/ Melissa Rayna Franklin, exceed one thousand dollars Professions code that the in this statement is true and Registered owner(s): LOS ANGELES SENTINEL LACMTA prior to proposal Owner ($1,000)). registrant knows to be false correct. (A registrant who Melissa Lorraine Hewlett, due date. For information on This statement was filed S/ Greg T. Weist, Owner is guilty of a misdemeanor declares as true any material 12226 South Berendo the Set-Aside program, visit THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2018 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL B-1 Humanitarians Charisse Bremond Weaver and George Weaver Slated to Receive President’s Award at African Film Marketplace & S.E. Manly Short Film Showcase SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE George share a plan to make Brotherhood Crusade local arts organizations and a difference in our commu- alumni, local community high schools; Industry Pan- The Black Hollywood nity and they are carrying groups, major foundations, els and Salons on both Education and Resource out that plan. Together, they government, Hollywood days from 1:00 p.m. until Center (BHERC) is proud exemplify outstanding char- celebrities, and corporate 6:00 p.m. Closing of the to announce the selection of acteristics and loyalty that partners. “If we don’t festivities on Sunday night humanitarians Charisse uplift others, removes barri- know the answers, we have includes the classic Soul Bremond Weaver and ers and provides opportuni- a partner who can help,” Food & Film Reception at George Weaver of the Los ties to underprivileged in states Bremond Weaver. 10:00 p.m. The costs Angeles Brotherhood Cru- society.” “We make it clear to young include: Opening Night sade as the 2018 recipients Bremond-Weaver has people that this community Festivities $55 (at the Nate of the Presidents’ Award. been president of the Broth- of partners is not going to Holden Performing Arts The award will be presented erhood Crusade, the com- give up on them. That’s the Center, 4708 W Washing- at the 24th Annual African munity service and develop- starting point for change.” ton Blvd, LA, CA 90016); American Film Market- ment organization since The Brotherhood Cru- a pass for a block of films place (AAFM) and S.E. January 2006. Ms. Bre- sade is one of the most is only $15 for students Manly Short Film Show- mond-Weaver serves as the respected community- with ID and $20 for adults; case Gala and Opening “A chief executive officer of based organizations in All Day Pass is $50; 21 Great Day in Black Holly- Brotherhood Crusade. She South Los Angeles. For 50 and Done Premiere $25, wood” on Friday, April 27, served as the first woman years, the organization has $15 for students; Panels 2018, 7:30 p.m., at Nate president of the African championed the cause of $20; Anatomy of a Script

Holden Performing Arts American Unity Center and COURTESY PHOTO the disenfranchised and Panel (FREE); Closing Center, 4708 W Washington as the first-ever executive Charisse Bremond Weaver and George Weaver under-represented on both a Night Reception is $25 Blvd, Los Angeles, CA director of Sabriya's Castle local and national basis. (Soul Food & Film); and 90016. This award is pre- of Fun Foundation. She laborators, and sponsors the Brotherhood Crusade Brotherhood effectively the Weekend Pass sented at the Presidents’ dis- serves as Director of Green that the Weavers cultivate they serve more than 3,500 provides critical services (includes Opening Night, cretion and is given to a per- Dot Public Schools. Ms. among Brotherhood Cru- 5-24-year-old young people through a variety of social All Day Pass for films, sonorpersonswhohave Bremond-Weaver is a grad- sade alumni, local commu- annually and an additional programs focused on edu- Panels, Closing Night gone above and beyond in uate of Utah State Universi- nity groups, major founda- 25,000 youth and families cation, health, economic Reception, T-Shirt and support of the BHERC ty, where she attended on a tions, Hollywood celebri- through special projects. growth, and institution BHERC Commemorative organization and its mission women's basketball scholar- ties, and corporate partners The program model building. Bag) is $150. over many years. ship and received her to foster personal growth includes: Additional highlights To purchase tickets and “The Weavers have degree in Communications. and development. • mentoring, of the festival include: the for the complete schedule, done just that. In addition Bremond Weaver is a cham- The Weavers have a • job training opening gala held at the please visit www.BHERC. to the remarkable work that pion of firsts. plan to defy the odds, one • remedial academics Nate Holden Performing org or call (310) 284-3170. they do at the Brotherhood George Weaver, pro- young person at a time with • hands-on science Arts Center Friday April To attend the Film Festival Crusade, they have been gram director of Brother- their Proud to be Me initia- • technology training 27, the AAFM at Raleigh consider riding LA Metro – extremely supportive of hood Crusade, and his team tive. Within the 70 square • theater Studios on Saturday, April Go Metro: Take the Metro BHERC and our effort to developed a mentoring pro- miles of South Los Ange- • sports activities 27 and Sunday, April 29, Local Line 10/48 to Mel- advocate, educate, research, gram which includes reme- les, more than a million • films 2018. Films are screened rose Ave. & Van Ness. develop, and preserve the dial academics, hands-on people live in poverty, and Such opportunities are on both days from 10:00 Raleigh Studios is right history and future of Blacks science and technology children growing up in this made possible through a a.m. until 10:00 p.m. The across the bus stop on Mel- in film and television,” training, theater, soccer, and area often face numerous network of champions, BHERC Youth Diversity rose Avenue. Plan your trip states founder and BHERC golf. Such opportunities are obstacles that diminish their collaborators, and sponsors Short Film Festival, featur- on metro.net or call president Sandra Evers- made possible through a chances to grow into like BHERC that the ing young aspiring film- 323.GO. METRO Manly. “Both Charisse and network of champions, col- healthy, educated adults. At Weavers cultivate among makers of tomorrow from (323.466.3876). The Black AIDS Institute and St. John’s Well Child and Family Center Open new community-centric free or low cost primary care facility in Leimert Park SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE in this community. It is our ties, and we are excited of SJWCFC. With over 74 to provide it.” hope that A Clinic for Us about the opportunity to years of combined services For more information A Clinic for Us (C4U) will help mitigate those increase access to primary in these communities, we or to RSVP for this event, is a part of a new collabora- issues and extend much care and specialty services feel the time is right for this members of the press tion between the Black needed free or low-cost for Black men and families kind of clinic and with all should contact Lestian AIDS Institute and St. prevention and treatment in the area,” said Jim humility we feel this part- McNeal at LestianM@ Johns Well Child and Fam- services to those most in Manga, president and CEO nership is best positioned BlackAIDS.org. ily Center to expand and need in this community.” enhance affordable health Over 98% of the popu- care to Black communities lation in South Los Angeles in Los Angeles County. is a racial/ethnic minority. The partnership launched health screenings, and a Almost 70% of the families the first Black HIV/AIDS chance to be the first in these communities are prevention clinic, the West clients to make an appoint- under/uninsured, and most Lake neighborhood on ment at the new clinic will residents endure disparities February. A new Black be offered. A number of relating to access/use/out- Gay Men’s drop-in center elected officials and sur- comes of health care com- in Compton is scheduled to prise celebrity guests are pared to other areas of Los open in September. expected to attend. Angeles County. To launch the new “There are a number of BAI’s motto is “Our facility, located at 4251 remarkable healthcare People, Our Problem, Our Crenshaw Blvd. (Crenshaw organizations doing amaz- Solution.” The Black AIDS north of Vernon), BAI and ing work in Leimert Park Institute has remained SJWCFC, in partnership and we work with many of committed to ending the with Paramount Studios them,” said, Phill Wilson, HIV epidemic and address- and Car Pros Kia of Car- president and CEO of the ing the social determinants son, will sponsor a commu- Black AIDS Institute. 64% of health, and structural nity health fair, press con- of recently diagnosed and systemic barriers that ference, ribbon cutting, and HIV/AIDS cases in contribute to undermining open house from 11:00 am Leimert Park and surround- the overall wellness of until 3:00 pm on Friday, ing areas have been Black. Black communities. April 20, 2018. Members According to AIDSVu, St. John's Well Child of the press and community 1,377 out of every 100,000 and Family Center is one of areinvitedtojoinusand Black Angelinos was living the largest Federally Quali- community partners in cel- with HIV, compared to 591 fied Health Centers in the ebrating this amazing out of every 100,000 White state of California. St. achievement and additional Angelinos. John’s was founded in health resource in this com- “These numbers speak response to the Watts munity. to the need for additional Uprising of 1965, due to Entertainment, free resources and services the mistreatment and dis- food, free giveaways, within Black communities, crimination imposed upon including free entry into a particularly communities in the Black population of drawing for a new Kia south Los Angeles,” said Los Angeles. St. John’s Optima from Car Pros Kia Wilson. “Clearly, health maintains its commitment of Carson, free round-trip disparities between Black to community causes today. ticket to New York City, and other racial ethnic “A Clinic for Us is a and free T-shirts to the first groups in this county con- space for health and well- 50 attendees will be pro- tinue to exist and there are ness in the heart of Los vided. In addition, free still enormous unmet needs Angeles’ Black communi- THURSDAY,A-6 LOS APRIL ANGELES 19, 2018 SENTINEL NEWSNEWS THURSDAY,JANUARYLASENTINEL.NET 9,B-2 2014

More than 2,000 Angelenos to Participate in 100 Dinners over Five Days

Los Angeles City Council Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember Councilmember COURTESY PHOTOS President Herb Wesson Marqueece Harris-Dawson Gil Cedillo Paul Krekorian Paul Ko retz

Sentinel newS Service want to change the world nity Coalition President of our time. An inclusive Angelenos to acknowledge “There is no replace- start by changing yourself. & CEO Alberto Retana.range of local chefs rep- their differences, embrace ment for face-to-face, Los Angeles City You’ll change your family, "Starting today, we must resenting different geo- shared experiences, learn heart-to-heart conversa- Council President Herb your family will change the choose whether we contin- graphic areas and cuisines from each other and build tionsa in the effort to resolve Wesson hosted the firstcommunity, of the community ue to let race and racism be of the city were selected to bright future for Los Ange- our most vexing - differenc three city councilmember will change the country and a wedge that fractures our cater the dinners. Dinner les for generations to come.es. I'm glad -the City Coun led luncheons in Los An- the country will change the city, or if we're willing to hosts are volunteering their "This initiative is not cil and Community Coali- geles as part of embRACE world.” have difficult conversations homes, but are provided only about breaking bread tion led this effort to cause LA, a citywide initiative In recent years, racial and address race in mean- with all the supplies and with neighbors, but about us to break bread together launched during fall 2016.tensions have escalated ingful ways that challenge food needed to facilitate breaking down barriers," and begin a long, tough The initiative is aimed at across the country, includ- systemic inequities and the event. said Los Angeles City and ultimately fruitful set unifying Angelenos and ing in Los Angeles. Ac- build strong communities “The City Council has Councilmember Nury Mar- of conversations,” said empowering communities cording to the Los Angeles for all, not just some." a responsibility to lead on tinez. "That means having Los Angeles City Council- to challenge and change ra- County Commission on As race and racism issues concerning race and open, honest conversations member Marqueece Harris- cial inequities. Human Relations, racialcontinue to be topics at equity. Fostering open, about what divides us and Dawson. Together with Los An- hate crimes comprised 46%the forefront of politicalhonest dialogue with resi- how we can bridge those "The embRACE LA ini- geles City Councilmembers of all hate crimes reportedand social divides, Wesson dents, institutions and ad- differences. Diversity is tiative is so important for Gil Cedillo, Marqueece in 2016. Conceived andand O'Farrell committed vocates from across the city one of Los Angeles' great- our city at this time,” said Harris-Dawson, Paul Ko- launched by Wesson and to building upon the em- will give us a deeper under- est strengths. This endeavor Los Angeles City Council- retz, Paul Krekorian and Los Angeles City Council- bRACE LA initiative with standing of the obstacles will help build on that by member Paul Krekorian. Angelenos representing the member Mitch O’Farrell, intimate conversations be- that divide us. This process bringing Angelenos togeth- “While some of our nation- diversity of Los Angeles, embRACE LA seeks to digtween city residents. To this will lead to data and tools er around the table." al leaders are encouraging Wesson led participants at into those tensions to - fosend, from April 16th-20th, to help us become a bet- "I'd like to thank Presi- polarization and discord, host venue Homeboy In- ter greater understanding, the city will host 100 free ter and more inclusive Los dent Wesson for his leader- Los Angeles is doing the dustries. Their conversation healing and growth for thedinners, for which more Angeles," said Los Angeles ship on this issue. There has opposite by providing a kicks-off embRACE LA's city of Los Angeles. than 2,000 Angelenos have City Councilmember Mitch never been a greater need way for people from differ- 100 Dinners campaign, an Community Coalition, a signed-up to participate in. O’Farrell. to bring people together to ent communities to come effort to spark a citywidesocial justice organization The selected dinner partici- Los Angeles is a city of talk about our differences, together and find common conversation about race and based in South Los Ange- pants were chosen via a lot- diverse people who speak and more importantly, see ground. I appreciate the -vi racism, build relationships les that works with resi- tery system. more than 200 languages our similarities. Los An- sion of Council President and advance public policy dents to build a prosperous The dinners will be held and come from more than geles has always been and Wesson for launching em- solutions. All 15 council- and healthy inner-city with across the city—spanning 100 different countries. continues to be a global city bRACE LA and look - for members will participate in safe neighborhoods, quality all 15 council districts— The diversity that Los An- that celebrates its diversity. ward to seeing it flourish a lunch this week. schools, and a strong social where 10 participants, led geles represents cannot be Let us break bread together in my San Fernando Valley “Los Angeles is ignit- safety net, is the lead com- by trained facilitators at ignored, nor can the divi- so that we may get to know district and across the city.” ing a national conversation munity partner. each dinner, will engage sions it has created. em- our neighbors and start Revolve Impact is the on race and equality,” Los "Racism will not be in a thoughtful dialoguebRACE LA is creating a building community," said co-dinner designer and The Angeles City Council Pres- eradicated by turning a centered on race, one ofpathway forward for criti- Los Angeles City Council- Todd Group selected the ident Wesson said. “If you blind eye," said Commu- the most important topics cal conversations that allow member Gil Cedillo. chefs and is overseeing the

Sentinel newS Service better serve Californians by thoroughly investigat- ing checks, money orders, ity to crack down on check Assembly Bill 3229, in- ing and prosecuting cases cards or any other finan- fraudsters that take ad- troduced by Asm. Autumn of fraud,” stated Assembly- cial instrument one uses to vantage of innocent, hard- Burke (D-Inglewood), has woman Burke. “Financial transfer cash out of a bank working Californians.” taken an important step fraud is extremely harmful account. Furthermore, by amend- forward this week by - sucto consumers, banks, and “The California Depart- ing Government Code Sec- cessfully passing out of thebusiness. We need to give ment of Justice is commit- tion 7480, AB 3229 can Assembly Committee on law enforcement every tool ted to protecting consumers significantly bolster efforts Public Safety. AB 3229they need in order to inves- from financial fraud,” said by the DOJ’s Bureau of allows the California - Detigate and prosecute crimi- Attorney General Becerra. Gambling Control, as it is partment of Justice (DOJ)nals,” said Burke. "AB 3229 will help facili - common for check fraud- to access certain informa- AB 3229 gives the DOJ tate information sharing sters to pass counterfeit tion from a bank when- statutory,in by-right autho- between the Department checks at multiple casinos vestigating criminal cases rization to request infor- of Justice and banks whenand card rooms in various involving fraudulent use of mation regarding bank ac- a case involves fraudu- counties. checks. counts and other pertinent lent checks. This will help AB 3229 ensures the material when alleged COURTESY PHOTO strengthen my team’s abil- Department of Justice can fraud has taken place- us Asm. Autumn Burke (D-Inglewood)

Public Notices Public Notices Public Notices Public Notices Public Notices Public Notices Public Notices http://mymetro/DEOD/Pages/ 18STPB00536 person files an objection to estate, you may file with the decedent’s WILL and codicils, your claim with the court and Small-Business-certification- To all heirs, beneficiaries, the petition and shows good court a Request for Special if any, be admitted to probate. mail a copy to the personal Unit.aspx. 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By Cora JaCkson- love and excellence.” Frances E. Dick- is owned by the Fossett To others seek- son will celebrate her Curtiss fam- Religion Editor ing an extended life, 100th birthday on ily and located in Mrs. Coleman ad- April 23, while prais- South Los Ange- God has been a vised, “Recognize ing God for never les. constant presence the Lord.” Quoting leaving or forsaking “Word of Life in the long life Proverbs 3:5-6, she her. Christian Book- of Mrs. Roberta added, “The Bible “What an in- store has been Coleman, who says, ‘In all thy ways credible milestone! honored to have marked 100 years acknowledge Him 365,525 days, Mom Dickson of living on March and he shall direct 876,600 hours, and employed during 30. At the age of thy path.’” 52,296,000 minutes some of her re- 24, she said, “I To youth, she experiencing the tirement time to gave my heart and recommended Eccle- presence of the Al- provide outstand- life to the Lord,” siastes 12:1 - “Re- mighty God,” said ing customer and she has stayed member your Creator her daughter, Evelyn service with love close to Him since while you’re young.” Curtiss. and patience,” her then. moved to Southern Cali- Mrs. Coleman said, Mrs. Dickson, a Throughout her career, she daughter said. Born in Selma, fornia and continued to in- “Give your life to the Lord native of Texas, relocated repeatedly received awards In addition, Mrs. Arkansas, Mrs. Cole- fluence people of all ages. while you are young and to Los Angeles in 1944. for her exceptional service. Dickson is a faithful man enjoyed a career A member of Greater don’t be entangled with all Aiming to improve life Retiring from L.A. member and prayer in education and youth Emmanuel Temple in Lyn- of the corruption that is in for her three children, she County-Hubert Humphrey warrior of Faithful Cen- programs where she wood noted, “Mrs. Cole- the world because there are pursued her education and Medical Hospital in 1984, tral Bible Church in positively impacted the man is a model of grace a lot of things in the world became a registered nurse Mrs. Dickson lent her time Inglewood where Bish- lives of children across and determination and cul- that you can get all mixed in 1971 where she worked and talents to Word of Life op Kenneth C. Ulmer the country. In 2010, she tivates an indelible spirit of up in.” for several local hospitals. Christian Bookstore, which serves as pastor.

Wire and staFF report S. Vermont Ave., in Los the service airs on various lished CCC in 1973, the the massive, 10,000-seat Angeles. The service will media platforms includ- 300-member congregation FaithDome, one of the larg- Apostle Frederick K.C. include several guests as ing Facebook, YouTube worshipped at 9550 South est sanctuaries in the world. Price, founder of Crenshaw well as presentations and Live, AppleTV, ROKU Crenshaw Boulevard in Today, the ministry Christian Center in Los An- testimonies by people influ- and Amazon FireTV. Inglewood. In less than 10 includes a pre-school, el- geles along with Dr. Betty enced by the EIF ministry. In addition to EIF, Price years, the membership ex- ementary, middle and high Price, will celebrate the 40th EIF debuted in 1978 on is internationally heralded ploded with thousands seek- school; 16 Helps Ministries Anniversary of his Ever In- KTTV in L.A. and current- for the Crenshaw Chris- ing to join the fellowship. auxiliaries, the Apostle creasing Faith Television ly broadcasts around the tian Center (CCC) minis- In 1981, CCC pur- Frederick Price Ministry (EIF) program on Sun- world. Also, the program try. Located in South Los chased the former Pepper- Training Institute and CCC COURTESY PHOTO day, April 22, at 9:45 a.m. is one of the longest, con- Angeles, the church sits dine University campus on New York. He also reaches Dr. Betty and Apostle The celebration will tinuously-running, Chris- on 32-acres in the city’s South Vermont Avenue in millions through books, Frederick K.C. Price be held in the world-re- tian teaching programs on Vermont Knolls district. Los Angeles and five years radio, TV, live stream- To learn more, call nowned FaithDome, 7901 television. In addition, When he estab- later, began construction of ing and social media. (323) 758-3777.

sentinel neWs serviCe reaches across ethnic bar- singers and choirs. civic and denominational where the Rev. Shane B. riers to an extensive list of Also, the celebra- leaders, peers, family and Scott serves as president. Faith and community pastors, civic and denomi- tion will highlight Fears’ friends. The free event is leaders will co-sponsor national leaders, churches 25+-years commitment free and sponsored in part To learn more, call “We Appreciate and Cel- and religious organiza- to ministry with tributes by the House of Winston Quaford Coleman at (332) ebrate – Rev. Gilbert “Gil” tions,” Coleman said. and remarks from pastors, Funeral Services, Inc., 846-1950. Fears.” “Many in the com- The salute is set for munity would find it most Friday, May 4, at 7 p.m., at difficult to imagine if Rev. Greater Ebenezer Baptist Gil were not on the air ev- Church, 5300 South Den- ery Sunday morning with ker Ave., in Los Angeles. ‘Edna Tatum’s Gospel The Rev. DeNon A. Porter COURTESY PHOTO Classics.’ Reverend Gil is is the host pastor. Rev. Gilbert “Gil” Fears truly in a class all of his Fears hosts “Edna Ta- own.” tum’s Gospel Classics,” given outstanding service The salute will fea- which airs on Sundays, 6 to all of Southern Cali- ture the Greater Ebenezer a.m. to 8 a.m., on KPFK fornia through the broad- Baptist Church Choirs, 90.7 FM. cast; that benefits thou- the Los Angeles Chapter “Rev. Gil, as he is af- sands with classic gospel – GMWA, the Los Ange- fectionately known, filled- music, inspiration from les Contemporary Adults, in immediately for Edna God’s Word and interces- Kenneth Glover, Henry Tatum when she suddenly sory prayer,” said Quaford Jackson, Lady Rose Neal, became ill in 2013. Since Coleman, event chair. Maran Elizabeth Pittman her death in 2014, he has “His unique ministry and many more gospel

JULES GREEN/HOLMAN UMC Philanthropist and author Cookie Johnson shared excerpts from her memoir, “Believing in Magic,” at the prayer breakfast sponsored by Holman United Methodist Church on April 14. The theme was “Reset: Prayer, Power, Purpose.” The program featured food by G’s Catering, entertainment by Jubilant Voices, Greg Walker, KJLH Radio Free Voices and Lura Daniels-Ball and video presentations by AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Ethiopian Airlines and the Black Cooperative Investment Fund. Also, Holman members Lillian Farrah, Theodore King and Lisa Nicholas participated. Above, from left, are Pastor Kelvin Sauls, Cookie Johnson, Rev. Judi Wortham-Sauls and Aundrae Russell, who served as emcee. C-2 LASENTINEL.NET RELIGION THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2018

CALL 2 W ORSHIP! Mount Tabor Baptist Church will host “A by Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion Editor Salute to Tony Coleman,” at left, on April 21, at 4 p.m., at 6614 S. Western Ave., in Los Church and community news throughout greater Los Angeles Angeles, said Pastor Ticey Brown. Dr. Henry Jackson and Mt. Tabor’s Music Ministry sponsor the event. The theme is “We Love Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church You in 100 Ways and More.” Performers sponsors a Prayer Breakfast on April 21, at 9 a.m., at 3719 W. Slauson Blvd., in Los Angeles, include BeBe Winans, Henry Jackson said Pastor Mary S. Minor. The Women’s and God Answers Prayer Ministries sponsor the Company, Brookinaires Gospel Choir, event. To learn more, call (323) 296-5610. Sherwood Sledge and Denise Williams. Westwood Presbyterian Church presents a concert featuring the compositions by Antonin Dvorak on April 22, at 5 p.m., at 10822 Wilshire Blvd., in Los Angeles. Maria Newman will direct and organist Dr. Namhee “The First Community Church of Los Angeles” (Non-Denomination) Founded 1915 Han, soprano Christina Borgioli, mezzo-soprano Nandani Maria Sinha, tenor Scott Noonan, Is now in the process of accepting “Resumes” baritone Dimitri Smith and bass baritone Matthew Lewis will perform. The donation is $20. for the position of Pastor. To learn more, call (310) 474-4535. Qualifications: • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Theology from 4-year accredited Seminary or University Musicians in Action • Licensed and Ordained Minister of the Gospel plans its MIA Annual Drum Clinic on April 27, at 7 p.m., at Renaissance Airport Hotel, 9620 Submit Cover Letters and Resumes: Airport Blvd., in Los Angeles. On April 28, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., the drum clinic continues at People’s Independent Church of Christ, Attn: Pulpit Committee 5856 Faithful Central Bible Church, 400 W. Florence Ave. in Inglewood. Sheila E., Teddy Campbell COURTESY PHOTO West Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90043 and Trevor Lawrence are among the special guests. Registration is $15. Call (323) 777-3213 Rev. Dr. Kelvin T. Calloway, Sr. Deadline: June 30, 2018 for details.

Western State Baptist Convention Women’s Auxiliary holds its banquet on April 27, at 6 p.m., and conference on April 28, at 9 a.m., at Calvary Baptist Church, 4911 W. 59th St., in Los Angeles, said Sis. Ernestine Carlyle, president. The theme is “Ladies, This Is Our Season” based on Jeremiah 29:11 and Ecclesiastes 3:1.

First United Church of Compton celebrates its 150th anniversary on April 29, at 3 p.m., at 1025 S. Long Beach Blvd., in Compton, said the Rev. Dr. Arnetha Inge, pastor. The theme is “150 years of Praising God in Every Place, With Every Voice and in Every Way” based on Psalm 150. The guest preacher will be Pastor Walter R. Tucker III ofTruth and Love Christian Church, a former mayor of Compton and U.S. Congressman. Last year, he released his autobiography, “From Compton to Congress - His Grace for My Race.” Refreshments will be served following the service. For details, call the church at (310) 639-0775.

Gamechangers Gethsemane Christian Love Missionary Baptist Church hosts the seminar, “Elegant Sisters – What Happened?” on May 5, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Living (GCLMBC), located in South Los Angeles, with a Gospel Church, 6601 Compton Ave., in Los Angeles, said Evangelist Georgia Horton, CEO. congregation of 150, is seeking a compassionate Pastor with the heart of a shepherd who will be responsible for providing Participants include Minister Patricia Owens, Pastor Valerie Frazier, Dr. Ann Hill, Dr. Holly spiritual and administrative leadership, and has experience Carter, Evangelist Carolyn Johnson, First Lady Bernadette Oliver and soloist Terah Lawyer. For as either an associate Minister or Pastor. No Relocation information, call (323) 884-3799. Package. More information can be found at the following website: http://www.pastor4thepressgethsemane.org/ Email [email protected] and tell us about your church!

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 THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2018 www.lasentinel.net D-1 Kyle Kuzma Helps the Lakers Rebuild BY AMANDA SCURLOCK Abdul-Jabbar’s Sky Hook. Notable athletes began Sports Writer He unleashed the hook taking notice, WNBA against LaMarcus Aldridge champion Candace Parker Over the span of a year, in an overtime victory expressed her admiration Flint, MI native Kyle against the Spurs. For the on Twitter. Showtime Lak- Kuzma has become a fourth time, Kuzma scored ers player James Worthy household name for Lakers at least 30 points in one called him the “Kevin fans. game. Durant Prototype.” Lakers A young man who qui- “It’s fun watching him icon Kobe Bryant also etly came into the NBA, compete at that level when invited him to dinner and made noise throughout his he gets in that area,” Lakers sent his well wishes. rookie season. His shot head coach Luke Walton “To be recognized and selection and accuracy gar- said after that contest. have that type of people nered the affection of Lak- The versatile forward say things about me in a ers fans long before 2017- noted how head coach Luke positive way is really spe- 18 NBA season started. Walton brings out the best cial,” Kuzma said. “It AP PHOTO/JAE C. HONG The Lakers rookie for- in him by giving him a level means a lot … just because Los Angeles Lakers' Kyle Kuzma passes the ball during the ward Kyle Kuzma aided to of autonomy on court. second half of an NBA basketball game against the San the upward momentum of “He’s one of the coach- Antonio Spurs Thursday, Jan. 11, 2018, in Los Angeles. The the Lakers, helping them AP PHOTO/JAE C. HONG es I’ve had, really, in my Lakers won 93-81. achieveover30winsina Los Angeles Lakers' Kyle life, let me be myself, play season for the first time Kuzma dribbles the ball my game and play the way during the first half of an [of]the simple fact that His ensembles, at times, since the 2012-2013 sea- I would if I had no coach,” NBA basketball game they’re like my peers.” gained criticism from team- son. against the San Antonio Kuzma said. “He brings out Other highlights of his mates. “It means a lot,” Kuzma Spurs Thursday, Jan. 11, so much confidence in me, budding NBA career The fame and accolades said about the season wins. 2018, in Los Angeles. he has a lot of confidence in included scoring 20 points that Kuzma has amassed “I think one thing it kind of me.” in the Rising Stars game within the past year came means is the rebuilding and Kuzma only landed 51 November was when and meeting one of his from him being a studious the growth of the team is three-pointers with the Utah Kuzma had his first 30- childhood heroes: Dwayne and diligent athlete. He happening.” Runnin’ Utes but broke the point NBA game and he “The Rock” Johnson. inherited his athleticism The Utah Runnin’ Utes Lakers rookie record for blew past that benchmark a “That was one of the and work ethic from his product scribbled over his threes with 159 shots. month later with a 38-point best moments of my life mother, Karri, who did dis- 50-point performance dur- “I really developed it performance against the top simply because growing up cus and shot put during her ing the Laker’s Summer over this past summer,” he ranked Houston Rockets. AP PHOTO/REED SAXON that was my idol,” Kuzma high school and college Los Angeles Lakers forward League championship run said. “I got here and really Kuzma shot at 70 percent said.“Iusedtojumpoff years. Kyle Kuzma (0) shoots as by averaging 18.2 points needed to focus on that just from the free throw line, the San Antonio Spurs forward dressers and make fake “She was always talk- field, and from the three- and shooting at 49 percent because that was one of my LaMarcus Aldridge (12) belts because of The ing about working as hard in field goals in November. weaknesses and I really just point line in the contest. defends during final sec- Rock.” as possible and visualiza- His efforts earned him tried to shoot as many shots Not only was it a career onds of overtime in an NBA Although he was not in tion,” Kuzma said. “She Rookie of the Month. as I could.” high for Kuzma, but it was basketball game in Los New York for the 2017 always told me from a His clutch perimeter Kuzma expanded his the highest score any Lak- Angeles on Wednesday, NBA Draft, he treated young age to visualize it, shooting is one of his most shot selection to include the ers player made this sea- April 4, 2018. The Lakers gamedays like Draft night think about it, and see it recently learned skills. hook shot, a nod to Kareem son. won 122-112. with his fashionable outfits. before it happens.” Student Athlete of the Week: Emoddieshae Williams BY AMANDA SCURLOCK hard,” she said. “They feel injured and somebody had to Williams scored a season “One day in the seventh Sports Writer like they can do the same step up and take that role,” high of 25 points. Crenshaw grade, I just [saw] the boys thing and they can look up to Williams said. “It really took girls’ basketball coach play and I was like ‘I want to Although she is a sopho- me.” a lot of pride. It was a lot to Dominique Harris has play, I just want to see how more, this student athlete As one of three sopho- learn too and it’s pretty frus- advised her about the impor- basketball works,’” became a team captain of the mores on the Cougars varsi- trating.” tance of perseverance. Williams said. “My brothers Crenshaw girls’ basketball ty squad, Williams averaged Williams has a 3.0 GPA “Coach Harris, she told taught me how to play bas- team this past season. 15.8 points and 5.2 rebounds and mentioned how Math me don’t ever give up ketball.” “It’s great to be a leader per game, helping the team andEnglishclasseshelpher because sometimes I strug- Her advice to upcoming to people that look up to dominate the Coliseum the most with playing bas- gle,” Williams said. “She student athletes is to priori- you,” said point guard League with a 12-0 record. ketball but her favorite class tells me to ‘keep your head tize academics. Emoddieshae Williams. “I She noted how battling is Biology. up and keep pushing through “Education is most never thought I’d be a cap- in an away game against “I love to learn, it’s it.’” important because without tain.” View Park gave her one of great.” Williams said. “A lot Williams also has experi- an education, you’re not Williams believes that the biggest lessons she of experiments, just learning ence running track and play- gonna play basketball,” her work ethic was the rea- AMANDA SCURLOCK/L.A. SENTINEL learned during the season. new things.” ing flag football. She began Williams said. “Education son why she was elected Crenshaw sophomore Williams would score 12 In a game against Manu- playing basketball during and worry about basketball captain. Emoddieshae Williams is on points in the contest. al Arts in late January, her middle school years. later.” “I practice hard, I work the All-City Division II team. “Our main captain got LAFC Hopes to Replicate the Success of Atlanta United and Identify with a Dormant Black Soccer Culture in Mid-city BY ALAN BRAXTON scape. has purposed itself as bring- Staff Writer The city of Atlanta has, ing a rejuvenated European for all intents and purposes, style and perspective to In the United States, turned the entire soccer Club football in the United there is a common miscon- world (at least as it exists in States. A style that is tacti- ception that Black people the United States) on its cally sound and more excit- don’t play or even pay atten- unassuming head. Last year, ing for fans. Manager, play- tion to soccer, and if you Atlanta broke the Major er and tactical selections were to look through a League Soccer (MLS) were made with the Euro- generic lens of the American record for attendance at a pean football model in mind perspective on the sport, it soccer match with a whop- for this reason, to bring an wouldbeeasytofallpreyto ping 71,000 fans lining the exciting style of football to this notion. seats, many of whom were Los Angeles proper. The two top sports Black. Atlanta also went on LAFC head coach Bob leagues in the U.S. (NFL, to win the MLS Cup in its Bradley, who coached the NBA) are dominated by inaugural season, setting the U.S. Men’s team to a last 16 Black players. Many long- bar even higher for all new performance at the 2010 time U.S. Soccer fans admit coming teams to the league, World Cup in South Africa, that our best athletes don’t most pertinently, LAFC. looks to reinvigorate soccer play soccer, our best athletes The “Black and Gold” culture in Mid-City Los are not representing the are currently in their first Angeles from the ground up. country on the international season as an expansion team Bradley hopes to attract stage and many of our best and after disappointing loss- Black Angelenos, who have have simply been over- es to their cross-town rivals largely been overlooked in looked or fallen through the the LA Galaxy and a 5-0 the L.A. soccer landscape. cracks of a flawed develop- thumping from aforemen- With investors aplenty, ment system. One that tioned Atlanta United. In including former U.S. soc- encourages a pay-to-play recent weeks, LAFC had a cer legend Mia Hamm, model, where poorer kids renewed sense of urgency to comedian Will Ferrell and (overwhelmingly children replicate the success of the an extremely experienced of color) have to miss out on league’s best, especially leadership group at the developing skills at an early after coming off of a much helm, it should not be long age, so they turn to other needed 2-0 victory over the before LAFC becomes the more inclusive sports within Vancouver Whitecaps at the world-class football club it the U.S. recreational land- weekend. LAFC’s mantra promises to be. D-2 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL SPORTS THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2018 The Big3 League Hosts Notes, quotes, and things picked up on the run from Basketball Combine coast-to-coast and all the stops in between and beyond. BY BRAD PYE JR. ton to a franchise record in give the man another Ahead of Second Season Sports Editor Emeritus wins and the top seed in the chance. Carroll believes in Western Conference. giving a player a second BY LAUREN A. JONES The NFL Black head And the beat continues! shot. However, the deal may Contributing Writer coaches of color in the NFL April 26-28 will be be off because Kaepernick are this group: Marvin some big NFL Draft days has refused to assure the Julius “Dr. J” Erving Lewis, Cincinnati Bengals, for college football players. Seahawks he would stand walked around the Santa Mike Tomlin, Pittsburgh Who will really be the over- for the national anthem. Monica College gym with a allNo.1pick? And the beat continues! 60-man tryout roster in hand- For the record, Matt For the record, the writing notes next to the Kemp is the Dodgers only Philadelphia 76ers headed names of former NBA play- Black player. Jackie Robin- ers that participated in the son had more teammates of Big3 Basketball League color than that when he combine on Wednesday (Apr. broke the color line with the 11). Co-founders and co- PHOTO BY KATHY WILLENS/AP PHOTO AP PHOTO Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947. CEOs of the 3-on-3 league, (L-R) Houston Rockets guard James Harden, poses for a Steelers, Jim Caldwell, The percentages rose to Ice Cube and Jeff Kwatinetz, photograph with league founder Ice Cube, Clippers guard Detroit Lions, Todd Bowles, 7.8% growth since 2008. hosted a combine to fill 19 Lou Williams and ESPN analyst and former basketball play- New York Jets, Hue Jack- MLB teams have 1 or no open roster spots before the er Jalen Rose after the first half of Game 2 in the BIG3 Bas- son, Cleveland Browns, Blacks today. USA TODAY start of the league’s second ketball League debut at the Barclays Center in New York. Vance Joseph, Denver Sports says the Cleveland AP PHOTO season this summer. and to have a platform to Reggie Evans (Co-cap- Broncos and Anthony Lynn, Indians’ Michael Brantley is into the NBA Playoffs with “Just getting to the sec- showcase whatever they’re tain) Los Angeles Chargers one of two black players on a 16-game winning streak. ond season means people doing,” said Rashad Damien Wilkins (Co- The number of NBA the Cleveland Indians AL Tiger Woods entered want to see it,” remarked Ice McCants who was named captain) coaches of color are Dwane Central team. Cleveland is then U.S. Open first, the Cube. “It’s really about us MVP of the championship Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf Casey, Toronto Raptures, the only MLB team that can first time since 2015 when elevating the game any way game last season. Kwame Brown Alvin Gentry, New Orleans say that. he missed the cut with we can. Players are in better Former NBA players Salim Stoudamire Pelicans J. B. Bickerstaff, On the other hand, the rounds of 80-76. The U.S. shape than they were last filled the gym for the oppor- Ball Hogs Memphis Grizzles, Doc L.A. Dodgers are cruising Open is in Shinnecock Hills year, we have a new com- tunity to suit up in a compet- Brian Scalabrine (Cap- Rivers, Los Angeles Clip- along in the slow lane after in Southampton, New York missioner and new sponsor- itive league setting whether tain) pers Nate McMillan, Indi- dropping to a 4-9 on the June 14-17. ship.” they were motivated as a Josh Childress (Co-cap- ana Pacers Tyronn Lue, radar. The Dodgers have Dez Bryant has been Ice Cube detailed the vehicle to return to the NBA, tain) Cleveland Cavilers’. lost as many games in 2/l/2 dumped by the Dallas Cow- improvements made after give back to the fans, earn a DeShawn Stevenson The 2018 ALL-USA weeks as they did in a 2/1/2 boys after eight years. the success of the Big3 in its living or opportunities to (Co-Captain) High School Girls Basket- month. Bryant is still one of the best inaugural season. Roger play the game again at a high Andre Owens ball team is a super team. Tony Rogers, MLB receivers in the NFL. Mason Jr. was replaced by level. Corsley Edwards They are made up by the fol- Executive Vice President Bryant will reportedly be in 10-time NBA All-Star Clyde “I’m not going to say it’s Jermaine Taylor lowing quintet: My Recre- says: “We’re starting to see a Patriots uniform this sea- Drexler as the league’s com- intimidating, but some of Ghost Ballers ation and Parks Commission progress, but there is a lot of son. missioner after controversy these legends looking at you Mike Bibby (Captain) Colleague Judge Stephen work to be done? Absolute- The L.A. Angels are arose out of lawsuits with playing it was exciting for Ricky Davis (Co-captain) Reinhardt who passed ly. But this isn’t a one-time roaring along in the fast mysterious league investors me,” point guard Robert Hite Carlos Boozer (Co-cap- recently. He was a good and effort, we are fully commit- land with seven wins in row from Qatar. said following the combine. tain) a great Civil Rights crusad- tedtothis.” and a 13-3 record at this “I believed in their vision “My number in college was Lee Nailon er. He stood up for the weak For the record, there writing. to see the players that they 22 like [Clyde Drexler], it’s a Marcus Banks and the downtrodden. He were 68 African Americans, The world is still thank- love playing the sport that blessing to be acknowledged Mario West was a champion for the six more than a year ago. ing Jackie Robinson for they love in the Big3 in a 3- by those guys and to even Killer 3s world. Thanks Stephen for That year baseball had its point setting,” Drexler said. know that they’re watching Chauncey Billups (Cap- being my friend! lowest percentage of black Drexler, who was an me.” tain) QB Russell Wilson will participants since 1958. The NBA champion with the Hite was one of the near- Stephen Jackson (Co- New York Yankees and Houston Rockets, signed a ly 60 players who worked captain) Boston Red Sox series this three-year contract after he out at the combine. He was Ron Artest (Co-captain) week featured more men of coached in the Big3 last sea- drafted on Thursday (Apr. Alan Anderson color than three entire divi- son. The BIG3 expanded its 12) to Tri-State in the second Ryan Hollins sions. team rosters from five to six round as the twelfth overall Mike James Pitiful! Pitiful! Pitiful! players, including three co- pick. Andre Owens was Power Check this! Carrie AP PHOTO captains to each team. Ron selected first overall to the Corey Maggette (Cap- Underwood released her breaking the color line in Artest, Amar’e Stoudemire, Ball Hogs. tain) first radio single before her MLB 71-years ago. Nate Robinson, Baron The league has elected to Cuttino Mobley (Co-cap- come back at her recent Thanks Jackie! You did a Davis, Carlos Boozer and keep the four-point circle tain) Academy of Country Music great job. Here’s what New Drew Gooden have been and the games still go to 50 Glen "Big Baby" Davis AP PHOTO Awards. York Yankee @CC announced as co-captains. points. (Co-captain) be doing more than Signal And the beat continues! Sabathia said ”71-years The defending champi- The BIG3 recently Chris Andersen caller for the Seattle Sea- The New England ago, you paved the way. onship team, Trilogy, is announced the 2018 season Quentin Richardson hawks this fall, he has start- Patriots’ Tom Brady said: Because of you, I can do required to keep its existing schedule, unveiling several Ryan Gomes ed his ESPN show replacing “Louisville’s Lamar Jack- what I love. Our kids can roster to defend the title. Tril- new stops including Hous- Tri-State Jon Gruden training young son is a Beast.” Brady is do what they love. Thank ogy’s current roster includes ton, Oakland, Detroit, Amar’e Stoudemire QBs. Wilson is going to be rated as the best QB in the you Jackie!” Kenyon Martin (Player Cap- Miami, Toronto, Boston, and (Captain) a mighty man helping oth- NFL. At one 2/2/1/2 month tain), Al Harrington (Co- Atlanta. The 10-week season Jermaine O'Neal (Co- ers. Did you hear that the stretch you posted a 52/9 captain) will tip off in Houston, Texas captain) LeBron James and his Seattle Seahawks worked mark. Rashad McCants (Co- on June 22 at the Toyota Nate Robinson (Co-cap- Cleveland Cavilers beat out former ex-San Francis- And the beat continues! captain), Dahntay Jones, Center. tain) New York 123-109 for co ‘49ers QB Colin Will the Cleveland Dion Glover and James See full rosters for the David Hawkins another Central Division Kaepernick? This is not a Browns shake up the world White. 2018 season below: Robert Hite title. LeBron 26 points and by picking Wyoming’s Josh The remaining seven 3’s Company Bonzi Wells 11 assists and Kevin Love Allen? Hue Jackson could teams (Ball Hogs, G 3's DerMarr Johnson (Cap- Trilogy had 26 points and the Cavs surprise the football World! Company, Killer 3s, Power, tain) KenyonMartin(Player got their 50th win. Check This! With Tyrod Tri-State, Ghost Ballers, 3 Baron Davis (Co-captain) Captain) It’s the Cleveland Cavs’ Taylor able to open the sea- Headed Monsters) all sought Drew Gooden (Co-cap- Al Harrington (Co-cap- LeBron James vs. the Hous- son, the Browns could wait to bolster their rosters with tain) tain) ton Rockets’ James Hard- for him. combine participants. Andre Emmett Rashad McCants (Co- en’s for the MVP award. That’s the end! “Ice Cube has stuck his Jason Maxiell captain) James has guided Cleveland Brad Pye, Jr. can be neck out for former players Derrick Byars Dahntay Jones to a shaky start without a AP PHOTO reached switchreel@aol. to have an opportunity to 3 Headed Monsters Dion Glover consistent team and Hous- surprise. For Pete Carroll to com play again and to get paid Rashard Lewis (Captain) James White HBCUs Recruit on Westcoast with Basketball Showcase BY AMANDA SCURLOCK Jackson was looking for Sports Writer students who can grow their program and can positively The National College represent their families and Resources Foundation host- communities. ed their first annual Histori- “It’s not just about bas- cally Black College and ketball, it’s about improving COURTESY OF THE NATIONAL COLLEGE RESOURCES FOUNDATION University basketball show- the lives of young men,” he HBCU coaches evaluated the talent of the student ath- case, allowing local talent to said. “Like any other letes. flaunt their skills in front of school, we’re trying to business and forensic sci- coach at Langston Universi- COURTESY OF THE NATIONAL COLLEGE RESOURCES FOUNDATION 21 coaches from HBCUs. The Basketball showcase was created to help unsigned grow, we’re trying to get ence are popular fields of ty. Langston is a 40-minute “I want students to have high school seniors and junior college players find ways to better.” study. drive from Oklahoma City the ultimate opportunity to play on the next level. Senior Adrian Otis came “We’re looking for and one of the western most be able to play on the next from Mission High School some student athletes who HBCUs. level and I know a lot of kids did some defensive stuff, letes to have an opportunity in San Francisco and want to get more than just “I’m looking for diversi- go unnoticed,” said NCRF some shell drill where we to play at the college level as researched schools to see if beingabletoplaybasket- ty in regards to geography founder Dr. Theresa Price. did some defensive drills.” well as be exposed to the they have his ideal major. ball out of this,” Gibson on my team,” Holt said. “I “I feel like HBCUs too, Select participants from rich African American cul- “I’m trying to play bas- said. think it’s great when I have don’t have the same level the first day returned the ture and history provided at ketball next year in col- West L.A. College bas- a team full of players that playing field as the PWI’s.” second day for the All-Star HBCUs. lege,” Otis said. “It was ketball player Trevor Black- are from different places.” The two-day showcase showcase. Executive Prep Coaches came looking good to have college coach- mon came to the showcase Over 200 basketball was free of charge for partic- High school student Trevon for well-rounded student es look at me.” looking for a ‘family-orient- players attended the event. ipants. The day started off Kiner was one of the players athletes with a concern for Southern University at ed’ program. The NCRF will also host with former NBA veteran invited to day two. their athletic and academic New Orleans men’s basket- “I can score the ball and their second annual HBCU Joe Smith teaching the stu- “It’s an honor,” Kiner well-being. Among the ball head coach Brian Gib- I play hard and play both football combine and 7-on- dents drills. said. “You only get this once coaches was Sammy Jack- son noted how the school ends,” Blackmon said. 7 showcase on April 28-29 “I had them doing some in a lifetime chance, so live son of Fort Valley State Uni- has a high ranking Criminal The event exposed less- at Lynwood High School. stuff off the move, off the it.” versity, located around 90 Justice and Social Work er known programs, accord- For more information, go to dribble,” Smith said. “We Price wants student ath- miles south of Atlanta. Masters program and how ingtoStanHoltthehead thecollegeexpo.org THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2018 www.lasentinel.net D-3

By E. MEsiyah McGinnis Ailey shared these Staff Writer rich cultural experiences through this movement Ailey American Dance with Black audiences who Theater (AAADT) returns identified with the moving to SoCal, Friday, April 19- messages. 22, at the Segerstrom Cen- A real treat this week- ter for the Arts’ Segerstrom end, is the opportunity to Hall. witness Ailey’s classical The company pres- piece, “Revelations;” the ents a variety of socially music and movement is as timely work as well as mystical and emotional to- timeless pieces from the day as it was when he cre- company’s six decades of ated it in 1960. repertory that spans from The program also the early choreography of showcases renowned cho- works such as Alvin Ai- reographers in Tony Award ley’s “Revelations” to the -winning Twyla Tharp’s current vision of Artistic “The Golden Section,” Tal- Director Robert Battle in ley Beatty’s “Stack-Up,” “Works/In” and “Ella.” and Billy Wilson’s “The Also known as “Ai- Winter in Lisbon.” Newly ley,” the organization is featured choreographers’ a premier modern dance includes Jamar Roberts’ company located in New “Members Won’t Get Wea- York City and is comprised Gert Krautbauer ry” and Gustavo Ramirez predominately of Black A scene from Alvin Ailey’s classic dance piece, “Revelations.” Sansano’s “Victoria.” dancers but through the Battle includes his years has focused more on seniors, including the her- dance and revolutionizing him to take class with cho- Alvin Ailey American works, “Mass” as well as multiculturalism. AAADT alded Ailey / Fordham BFA the African-American par- reographer / dancer Lester Dance Theater. “In\Side” and “Ella,” both is known to be the most Program. In 2008, the U.S. ticipation in 20th century Horton, who taught a wide Ailey would use the works pay tribute to mu- touring company, hav- Congress created a resolu- concert dance. Few may range of dance styles and Southern experiences in ra- sic icons Nina Simone and ing performed all over the tion naming Alvin Ailey know that at age 11, Alvin techniques, including clas- cial disharmony, prejudice, Ella Fitzgerald. Masazumi world to approximately 23 American Dance Theater migrated to Los Angeles sical ballet, jazz, and Na- hangings, and other violent Chaya is the associate ar- million people in 48 states, “a vital American Cultural with his mother from a ra- tive American dance. Ai- acts against African Ameri- tistic director. as well as 71 countries on Ambassador to the world” cially segregated Texas that ley never looked back. He cans to inspire and create six continents. Along with for their preservation and enforced Jim Crow laws. and de Lavallade would works such as “Revela- Shows are Friday, April their touring company is enrichment of the Ameri- He attended Jefferson High form the de Lavallade–Ai- tions,” “Cry,” and “Blues 19, through Sunday, April an award-winning and in- can modern dance heritage. School and began his dance ley American Dance Com- Suites” from what Ailey 22. Tickets prices start at ternationally known school According to his bio, career in Hollywood, CA, pany, but they eventually called “blood memories of $29.00. For more infor- (The Ailey School) with Alvin Ailey is credited with when dance legend Carmen chose different paths and his childhood in rural Texas mation, visit https://www. an age range of toddlers to popularizing Black modern de Lavallade convinced the company became the and the Baptist Church.” scfta.org/

COURTESY PHOTO “21 and Done” examines the many challenges youth face after leaving foster care.

sEntinEl nEws sErvicE The film presents -cur African American Film- rent and former foster makers through this annual Films With A Purpose youth facing these unique festival. Over 86 Films are (FWAP) will host the com- challenges, along with screened in blocks with a pelling new documentary, the organizations outside moderated Q & A with di- “21 and Done,” on aging the system that are on the rectors, cast and crew at the out of the foster care sys- front lines battling for end of each block. tem. their futures. The premiere Additional highlights The film will premiere screening will also include include the opening gala at Sunday, April 29, at 10 a brunch and Q&A with a the Nate Holden Perform- a.m., at the 24th Annual Af- special panel related to fos- ing Arts Center on Friday, rican American Film Mar- ter care. April 27; and the AAFM ketplace (AAFM) and S.E. According to the film’s at Raleigh Studios on Sat- Manly Short Film Show- award-winning writer-pro- urday, April 27 and Sun- COFFINETTE OF TUTANKHAMUN. CANOPIC case at Raleigh Studios. ducer, Jocelyn Scott, “Our day, April 29, from 10 a.m. The Black Hollywood society expects foster kids to 10 p.m. The BHERC Education and Resource to be fully self-reliant as Youth Diversity Short Film THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION Center (BHERC) spon- soon as they turn 21. The Festival takes place both sors the event and Sandra reality is most of them finddays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Evers-Manly is the execu- themselves without the nec- The event closes with the tive producer. essary skills and resources Soul Food and Film Recep- Evers-Manly started to live independently.” tion at 10 p.m. NOW OPEN - LIMITED TIME! FWAP to support emerg- Through the film she The costs include ing filmmakers to write andwanted to revisit the issue Opening Night Festivities produce films that helpto to see if the foster care sys- - $55, block of films fee - inspire, bring about change tem had improved. What $15 for students with ID and motivate someone to she discovered is that while and $20 for adults, All-Day take action. there had been improve- Pass - $50, “21 and Done” “21 and Done” explores ments, there was still a long premiere - $25 for adults how turning 21-years-old is way to go. She enlisted the and $15 for students, pan- a celebrated rite of passage help of acclaimed writer- els - $20, Closing Night for many young Ameri- director, Kiara C. Jones to Reception - $25, and the cans, but for many foster shoot and co-write the film Weekend Pass - $150. youth, who age out of the with her. For tickets or the californiasciencecenter.org Foster Care system at age The S.E. Manly Short complete schedule visit 21, that milestone becomes Film Showcase provides an BHERC.org or call (310) a harrowing countdown. opportunity for emerging 284-3170. D-4 LASENTINEL.NET ENTERTAINMENT THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2018

GOTPAP/BAUERGRIFFEN.COM GOTPAP/BAUERGRIFFEN.COM GOTPAP/BAUERGRIFFEN.COM Arlen Escarpeta stars as undercover agent Damon Byrd. Executive producer 50 Cent with actor Cory Hardrict. Kwame Patterson appears as drug-dealer Neckbone.

By Brittany K. JacKson realities. While Escarpeta terson said that when pre- been a blessing. “What really opening up that dia- embody any role. “Take an Contributing Writer plays a morally upright sented with the opportu- I love about our show is logue to allow people to see acting class, take one acting guy and undercover agent nity to star in the role, the that you have three differ- that, okay, this is real, this class, and if you still like If you were ever search- named Damon Byrd, who writing was so amazing ent types of Black men on does happen, it’s not just a it after that, hit me back. ing for a show that unveils tries to find his place in histhat the name was an af- the show. Initially, there news clip away, its real,” People don’t realize it’s the truth of what happens life and career, Patterson terthought. “I don’t care would have been only one Escarpeta said. “Not all hard work,” Patterson said. when those sworn by law portrays a rigid, drug deal- what his name is, his name of us on the show,” he said. cops are bad, not all cops Escarpeta also said that forsake their badges of ing businessman named could’ve been chicken In the last several years, are good, and you don’t from a filmmaking stand- honor, then “The Oath” is Neckbone who brings intel- head and I would’ve played it appears that Hollywood get to necessarily differ- point it’s important to have for you. Crackle’s all new ligence to crime. To com- because the writing is so is finally catching up entiate to in that split second a viable plan and strategy criminal drama is execu- plete the trio, Cory Hardrict amazing and the story is acknowledging the magic moment,” he continued. to make the project suc- tively produced by Grammy (Lincoln Heights) joins the so good. When I got that and beauty of our gifts. Es- We also asked Patterson cessful. “Study the craft, award-winning artist and cast as Cole Hammond, call, I was excited,” he said. carpeta says the days ahead and Escarpeta about how be diligent, and don’t cut business tycoon 50 Cent a man who loves his fam- Patterson, who comes are far better than the lim- they use their platforms corners. If you have money and created by former L.A. ily, is passionate and wears from a military background, ited opportunities given to to affect the youth, along to put into your project, put County Sherriff Depart- his heart on his sleeve. said he worked diligently Black actors in the past. with what advice they can it up on screen and edu- ment Deputy Joe Halpin. As for the comradery to incorporate his service “I like to call that eth- give to aspiring filmmak- cate yourself in any way Recently, the Senti- between the three on and experience into the role by nic garnish; you have ers, actors and creatives. shape or form you can,” he nel conducted an exclu- off set, Escarpeta says that making sure his character your main entrée and they Escarpeta, who was said. “Ask as many ques- sive interview with two they always work to support came across as very stern sprinkle some garnish on born in Belize and grew tions as you can to any- of the show’s stars Arlen each other’s dreams and ca- and efficient. “When Neck- the side. If it’s ethnic, that up in Inglewood, said that body, a closed mouth does Escarpeta (Final Destina- reer goals. “That’s one of bone walks in the room, could be Asian, Black, Lati- his unique experience not get fed,” he continued. tion 5) and Kwame Pat- the main things that I think people stand at attention, no, then we all have to fight gave him the ability to see Even while these actors terson (The Wire) who young Black men can learn, it’s that presence that you for that role, so it’s a bless- past his block and in turn are enjoying their craft in both shed some light on to share space, share en- bring,” Patterson said. ing to see three of us on bring his knowledge and front of the camera, they the American streaming ergy, share ideas and work When asked about the the show. “I think it’s defi- expertise back to young also have aspirations to di- series and its daunting rel- together,” Escarpeta said. newfound availability of nitely changed for the bet- people in need of guidance. rect and produce their own evance in today’s society. Of course, we also ad- diverse character roles in ter, and we’re all in a very “Number one, I’m an projects in the future. Both “The Oath” is centered dressed the quite hilarious Hollywood, Escarpeta says good place,” he continued. open book. If you run into say acting is their first love, on a dynamic trio of Black name given to Patterson’s landing multiple roles in Provided the rate of me at the grocery store, at but the ability to direct or men with very different character, Neckbone. Pat- a series as Black men has gun violence, police bru- the barbershop, it doesn’t produce provides a path- tality and discrimination matter, I’m going to answer way to control the narra- still occurring among men your questions, and I’m tive and give opportunities of color, the duo said their going to give you as much to creators in the world of excited about the show re- information as I can give media and entertainment. Get Your Tickets Today to 24th2 4th Annual vealing the inner-workings you. It’s up to you what of some police gangs. you do with that informa- Be sure to catch all ten one of the Best Short Film “We’re on a show that tion,” Escarpeta declared. episodes of the “The Oath” Festivals in Los Angeles deals with violence, cor- Patterson said that most on Crackle by download- rupt police, and while aspiring actors are mis- ing the app or watching we’re entertaining, at the taken when it comes to for free on crackle.com. April 27-29, 2018 same time we’re having the work and [the] follow- To see exclusive interview a conversation, and we’re through it actually takes to footage, visitlasentinel.net. Celebrate Hollywood Icons at AFRICAN “A Great Day in Black Hollywood” AMERICAN Film Marketplace and Opening Celebration S.E. Manly Short Film Showcase with host William Allen Young | Tickets $55

Network with Directors, Producers, Actors, Film Lovers, Industry Executives, Writers and more! 2018 Honorees include Bobbi Banks, Sound Editor M.P.S.E, Ivan Dixon Award of Achievement; Kokayi Ampah, Producer/Director/ Location Manager, Lifetime Achievement Award;Charisse Bremond Weaver and George Weaver, Humanitarians, The Los Angeles Brotherhood Crusade, The President’s Award and Tim McNeal, VP Creative Talent Development & Inclusion, Disney-ABC, Community Service Award.

RACHEL NEVILLESM Festival Highlights Get your full tickets & full schedule at BHERC.org Dance Theatre of Harlem in “Heaven #9.” FRIDAY, April. 27th | 7:00 p.m. | Nate Holden Performing Arts Ctr. BHERC’s Opening Night Reception & Awards Gala: “A Great Day In Black Hollywood” honoring entertainment professionals and presenting the 2018 Class of Independent Short Filmmakers LOCATION: The Nate Holden Performing Arts Center, 4708 W Washington Blvd, LA, CA 90016 By cora JacKson-Fossett say about what this art form difficult period in his life SATURDAY, April 28th | 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. | Raleigh Studios Staff Writer can be now,” Johnson said. when he lost his father • 8:30 a.m. - Noon — BHERC Youth Diversity Short Film Festival presents the young filmmakers of tomorrow. (includes free breakfast at 9 a.m.) FREE Highlighting the pro- along with 12 relatives and A dynamic and vibrant gram will be works by close friends. • 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. — 2018 S.E. Manly Short Film Showcase production is promised African American chore- As for Darrell Grand • Noon - 6:00 p.m. — AAFM Marketplace — Industry products and services when the renowned Dance ographers Robert Garland, Moultrie’s “Vessels,” the • 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. — Industry Panels Theatre of Harlem appears Ulysses Dove and Darrell ballet is described as draw- LOCATION: Raleigh Studios, 5300 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90038 at The Broad Stage in Santa Grand Moultrie who cre- ing on the energy and art- SUNDAY, April 29th | 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. | Raleigh Studios Monica on Friday, April 20, ated “Brahms Variations,” istry of a new generation of and Saturday, April 21. “Dancing on the Front Dance Theatre of Harlem • 10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. — 2018 S.E. Manly Short Film Showcase The pioneering Afri- Porch of Heaven,” and artists. Films With A Purpose presents the Los Angeles Premiere • 10:00 a.m. — can American company, of “21 and Done” (Documentary Film) 21 is a celebrated age for many young “Vessels,” respectively. Johnson, who believes Americans, but if you’re aging out of the Foster Care system, the countdown can feel more like founded in 1969, will per- “Their works are as- the breadth and depth of a ticking bomb. Meet current and former Foster youth facing these unique challenges and form neo-classical and con- tonishing in their ability to the program will entertain FILMS the organizations outside the system that are on the front lines battling for their futures. WITH A PURPOSE temporary ballet that will communicate something and educate the audience • Q&A and Special Brunch following with Kiara C. Jones, Director and Jocelyn B. Scott, Producer/Writer entertain both enthusiasts powerful to an audience,” about ballet, noted, “Dance $25.00 or Festival Pass — Raleigh Studios | Chaplin Theater and non-followers of the art insisted Johnson. Theatre of Harlem was • Noon - 6:00 p.m. — AAFM Marketplace — Industry products and services form, according to Artistic Garland’s “Brahms founded almost 50 years • 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. — Industry Panels Director Virginia Johnson. Variations” was inspired by ago by Arthur Mitchell and • 10:00 p.m. — Closing Night Reception — Soul Food & Films “The Dance Theatre of Louis XIV, French patron Karel Shook to show that LOCATION: Raleigh Studios, 5300 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90038 Harlem is a classical bal- of the arts and grandfather African Americans do be- let company that’s show- of the ballet canon. The long in this art form. People • Opening Night “A Great Day In Black Hollywood” - $55.00 ing what ballet can be in work envisions Louis the are going to see something GET TICKETS • Panels - $20 each • Film Block - $20 (general) | $15 (Students & Seniors w/ID) the 21st century. We are XIV’s court meeting Har- they’ve never seen before • All Day Pass - $50 • Weekend Pass - $150 ONLINE @ BHERC.ORG TODAY! a diverse, multi-ethnic, LIKE us & follow us...facebook.com/BlackHollywood.9 | twitter.com/Bhercdotorg Instagram: @Bhercdotorg | #BHERC | #AAFM2018 | #SEManlyShortFilms | #ViewSEManlyShortFilms lem Swag. and it’s going to be exciting multicultural company that Dove’s piece, subtitled for them!” Go Metro: Take the Metro Local Line 10/48 to Melrose Ave. & Van Ness. Raleigh Studios is right across dances on point and really “Odes to Love and Loss,” For tickets, visit the- the bus stop on Melrose Avenue. Plan your trip on metro.net or call 323.GO. METRO (323.466.3876). has an important message to was developed during a broadstage.org. FfrnqY Lifestyle HjfqyH THURSDAY, APRIL 19, 2018 www.lasentinel.net E-1

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Sentinel newS Service officeholder standing for Also on Monday, April re-election in 54th Assem- 16, Ms. Kamlager officially Assemblywoman-elect bly District in the upcom- resigned her elected duties Sydney Kamlager was for- ing Statewide Direct Pri- as president of the Los An- mally sworn into office on mary Election on Tuesday, geles Community College Monday, April 16 at 3:00 June 5. District (LACCD) Board of p.m. in Assembly Cham- Assemblywoman-elect Trustees and resigned her bers in the State Capitol Kamlager won a com- state government position Have extra room Building. manding victory in the 54th as district director to Cali- Following her oath of District’s April 3 Special fornia State Senator Holly office, Ms. Kamlager- be Primary Election by defeat- J. Mitchell. gins serving the unexpired ing three opponents. She The 54th Assembly in your home? term of former Assembly- received 70% of the votes District represents resi- man Sebastian Ridley- cast and triumphed over her dents in South L.A., West Thomas. Additionally, Ms. closest political competitor L.A., Southwest L.A. and Become an Airbnb Kamlager is the incumbent by more than 13,500 votes. the city of Culver City. host and share Ask Dr. Jeanette your space to earn extra income. high needs subgroup to the LCFF for students not of a certain ‘race” but kids with the lowest academic performance. Then it directs the Superintendent of Public Instruction to Airbnb is proud to partner reassess funding annually for the next lowest performing subgroup of with the Los Angeles students should Black student performance be Sentinel and Taste of Soul lifted from the bottom.” How is legislation made? All legislation begins as to help spread the beneﬁts an idea, which can come from anyone. The process of home sharing to every begins when someone persuades a Senator or Is Today’s Fresh Start Caucasian, Asian, etc. Assembly Member to au- corner of LA and highlight Charter Schools theme The number of students thor a bill. Both Assembly published prior to the in a subgroup must be Members and Senators the city’s unique and Legislative event which “numerically significant” are limited to introduc- took place on April 12 to determine if the school ing forty bills per two- diverse communities. th in Sacramento; where will be “evaluated” on year session. A legislator, California Public Char- that group. Quoting As- who acts as the author, ter Schools travelled for sembly Member Autumn [in this case three legisla- a historical event. The Burke, “Currently, The tors, Honorable Assembly theme going forward for Local Control Funding Members Shirley Weber, this event: “Education Formula (LCFF), makes Autumn Burke, and Mike Join us for a community Equity.” The California sure the most funding Gipson], send the idea Charter Schools Associa- goes to the state’s high- and language for the bill tion is reforming itself, est needs students, which to the Legislative Coun- reception at the building interest in the are defined as English sel where it is drafted into lowest performing sub- Language Learners, low- the actual bill. The Cali- Museum of African group, African Ameri- income students, and fos- fornia State Constitution cans. That’s good! For ter and homeless youth. provides that every act uncountable years, I have Black students however, shall only embrace but American Art to learn complained of the inequi- remain the lowest per- one subject and that sub- ties in our education sys- forming subgroup of ject must be expressed in tem, voicing it [to any- students in California the title of the measure. more about one who would listen] outside of students with Also, every law must con- children’s minds have special needs. Despite tain the enacting clause: been enslaved, hungering this, they aren’t entitled “The people of the State becoming a host. for knowledge and suc- to any extra funding un- of California do enact as cess as they languished der LCFF. That’s almost follows…..” Part 2 com- in the system. Most of 300 million in LCFF ing [Teach the Children. the children don’t know funding that schools Thursday, April 26, any better. They just go don’t get to help this Jeanette Grattan Parker, along…..the participa- subgroup. So Assembly Superintendent/Found- tion of parents, guardians Members Shirley Weber, er Today’s Fresh Start 5:30-8:00PM and family members help Mike Gipson and I are Charter School www. children’s success. The writing AB 2635, which todaysfreshstart.org State mandated testing directs greater funding Will You Marry Me? In- system has subgroups, and demands greater acquiring Minds Want To e.g. School Wide, Socio- countability for the edu- Know Copyright. All The Museum of African Art Economically Disadvan- cation of black kids in rights reserved. Ask- taged; African American, California. Our legisla- drjeanette.successon- is located on the 3rd ﬂoor Latino, American Indian, tion establishes another [email protected] of Macy’s in the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza. Today’s Fresh Start

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