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Linda Brown, the central figure of Weather Channel Has New Boss in the Brown v. Board of Education case, Byron Allen, purchases network for dies at age 76 (See page A-12) $300 million (See page C-3) VOL. LXXVV, NO. 49 • $1.00 + CA. Sales Tax THURSDAY, DECEMBERSEPTEMBER 12 17,- 18, 2015 2013 VOL. LXXXV NO 12 $1.00 +CA. Sales Tax“For Over “For Eighty Over EightyYears TheYears Voice The ofVoice Our of Community Our Community Speaking Speaking for Itselffor Itself” THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 AP PHOTO {See FULL STORY A-8} Naomi Wadler, 11, a student at George U.S. Senator Kamala Harris Joins Los Angeles Youth From Left, D’Angelo McDade, a senior at North Lawndale College Mason Elementary School, in Alexandria, Va., Protestors in the #MarchForOurLives/ #NeverAgain Protest Prep High School in Chicago, who was shot while sitting on his porch (AP PHOTO/ANDREW HARNIK) (OFFICE OF U.S. SENATOR KAMALA D. HARRIS) in 2017, and Alex King, a senior at North Lawndale College Prep High School in Chicago,IL AP Photo/Andrew Harnik BY GENOA BARROW Sacramento Observer/ NNPA Member Angry and frustrated residents are demanding answers after a police- involved shooting left an unarmed, Black man dead last week. Stephon Clark, 22, was fatally shot in his Meadowview area backyard Sunday, March 18, after two Sacramento Police Department (SPD) Stephon Clark, 22, was fatally shot by Sacramento officers shot at him more police officers last week. This photo of him with his two than 20 times. Local law young sons has been widely circulated on social media enforcement officers were by family and friends decrying the shooting and calling in the area after receiving for justice. (TWITTER) a 911 call about a man suspected of breaking into ing 6’1”, thin, and wearing also communicated to of- Hurricane Irma hits Florida vehicles in the area. a black hoodie and dark ficers that the suspect had COURTESY PHOTO A Sacramento County pants, in a backyard and picked up a “toolbar” and Comerica Bank Partners with Brotherhood Crusade with $100,000 to Support Youth Sheriff’s Department he- they directed SPD officers broke a window to a resi- Development Programs. Organization Celebrates Continuation of Partnership as Part of licopter spotted a man on the ground to that loca- dence. Officers who had Its 50 Year Anniversary of Service to Los Angeles Community they believed to be that tion. {See FULL STORY A-8} suspect, described as be- Helicopter personnel {See CLARK A-9} CITY NEWS SERVICE begin his new role in late SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE an exceptional president June. He succeeds Wil- who will build on the lega- The vice chancellor for lie Hagan, who will retire Linda Oubré, Ed.D. cy of President Herzberger student affairs at UC Irvine from the university at the has been appointed Whit- and take the College to the will become the eighth end of the 2017-18 aca- tier College’s 15th presi- next chapter.” demic year. dent and will take office A native of Los Ange- "Dr. Parham has an ex- on July 1. Oubré will les, Oubré has served as ceptional history of work- succeed Sharon D. Herz- the Dean of the College of ing with students from di- berger, who will retire on Business at San Francisco verse backgrounds and has June 30 after 13 years as State University (SFSU) demonstrated unwavering president. for the past six years, lead- commitment to student “We are thrilled to ing approximately 6,100 achievement," said CSU welcome Linda to Whit- undergraduate and gradu- Trustee Peter J. Taylor, tier,” said Jim Brown ate students and 120 fac- who chaired the CSUDH ’71, chair of the Board ulty in 10 academic depart- FILE PHOTO search committee. "He is of Trustees. “Linda is a FILE PHOTO ments. During her time at Thomas A. Parham deeply connected to the dynamic academic leader Linda Oubré, Ed.D. SFSU, she has increased area and is an exceptional and accomplished busi- fundraising by more than permanent president of Cal choice to build on the foun- ness executive with 30- neur uniquely positions 300 percent – including State Dominguez Hills, the dation laid by Dr. Hagan plus years of experience her to expand the College’s support for student career California State Univer- and to advance the univer- in higher education and resources while enhancing and leadership develop- sity Board of Trustees an- sity to the next level." industry. Her background the undergraduate experi- ment – and launched inno- nounced last week. Parham grew up in as an innovative educator ence for Whittier’s diverse www.lasentinel.net {See OUBRÉ A-9} Thomas A. Parham will {See CSUDH A-9} and successful entrepre- student body. She will be A-6 A-2 LASENTINEL.NETLOS ANGELES SENTINEL NEWSNEWS THURSDAY,THURSDAY,JANUARY MARCH 29, 9, 2018 2014 Kristina Dixon PHOTO John Norman, Jeff Rudolph, Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, Dr. Zahi Hawass, Egyptian ambassador Lamia Mekhemar, Stephen Flint Wood, Andy Numhauser and Dr. Diane Perlov attend the official media preview for the world premiere of 'King Tut: Treasures Of The Golden Pharaoh' at California Science Center on March 21, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. BY KRISTINA DIXON Tut’s legacy and impact on thrilled to share not only Contributing Writer not only Egypt, Africa, but it with Los Angeles, Cal- on the world. The Califor- ifornia but all of North King Tut: Treasures of nia Science Center displays America. It’s not just an the Golden Pharaoh, made a story of the excavation amazing beauty collec- his world premiere debut at findings of King Tut’s tombtion of artifacts. but it the California Science Cen- in 1922 by British archae- also tells a story. A jour- ter on Wednesday, March ologist and Egyptologist ney of his life and also 21 for the media and will Howard Carter. The once- a long on how modern be open to the public on hidden treasures reveal the science has played a role March 24. The exhibition great magic and brilliance in preservation of King is presented by the Egyp- of the Egyptian King and Tut’s lineage,” said Jeff tian Ministry of Antiquities, his people through stories, Rudolph, President and IMG. King Tut will be on figurines and the Hiero- CEO of California Sci- display here, in South Los glyphic alphabet, just to ence Center. Angeles until 2019, tour name a few. “The occasion of the two international cities, Los Angeles Mayor Eric 100th anniversary of then be permanently laid Garcetti, was excited to be one of the greatest ar- Kristina Dixon PHOTO to rest on display in Cairo, in attendance and toured cheological discoveries Gold Inlaid Canopic Coffinette of Tutankhamun Dedicated to Imseti and Isis Egypt. the gallery with his father, in history inspired us to The gallery is split into former 40th district attor- create an exhibition like Director, Exhibitions, IMG. wide range people,” said digital content, 360 degree two levels, displayed with ney, Gil Gracetti. “Los An- none before. As mil- “The California Science Monique Hudson, Vice theatrical manifestations, dim soft blue and gold geles is home to treasures lions of people around Center is in a community President of Government custom soundscapes and tones. The walk-through ex- from throughout the world the world get the oppor- that serves everyone but and Community Affairs of more along with an engag- hibit has over 150 artifacts, — and this exhibition will tunity to see the ancient also serves the underserved. the California Science Cen- ing, audio-guided tour, and some never before seen. be powerful addition that objects in an immersive The King Tut exhibit will ter. a gift shop. The museum The artifacts range from gives visitors a fascinating and personal context, we serve as an opportunity for The exhibition takes encourages schools, fami- elaborate chains, weaponry, glimpse into history,” said know King Tut’s place the entire community and some time to walk through lies and community mem- burial gifts and a larger than Mayor Garcetti. in people’s imaginations region to come learn about and learn about King Tut’s bers to come learn not only life Guardian statue. Each “40% of the artifacts will be secure for gen- King Tut and his origins. life and one-of-a-kind jour- about the marvels of King gallery explains the history have never been outside erations to come,” said It’s pretty exciting that we ney. There are nine distinct Tut. and significance of King of Egypt before and we’re John Norman Managing can offer this to serve a galleries and 3D visuals, You are invited to attend two community workshops to discuss the proposed WE WANT housing, community space, and retail development planned to be built on public land at the intersection of Exposition and Crenshaw Boulevards! The project is in partnership with Metro and Los Angeles County and will be TO HEAR located above the future Metro Crenshaw / LAX station. The workshops are part of a public participation process, seeking input and feedback to help shape the future of the development. FROM YOU! Please join us and let your voice be heard! 1ST COMMUNITY WORKSHOP 2ND COMMUNITY WORKSHOP SATURDAY, APRIL 14, 2018 THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 2018 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM HOLMAN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WEST ANGELES CHURCH 3320 W. ADAMS BLVD. CRYSTAL ROOM LOS ANGELES, CA 90018 3045 CRENSHAW BLVD. LOS ANGELES, CA 90016 www.crenshawcrossingLA.com THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 NEWS LASENTINEL.NET A-3 as community partners. The United State of Women hosted its first Summit in June of 2016 in Washington, D.C., con- vening over 5,000 women from every walk of life – across race, ethnicity, age and geography.