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. To harness attendees’ palpa- ble energy, following the Summit, USOW launched the Galvanize Program, a nationwide effort that turns women’s momen- tum into strategic action in local communities. “The United State of SATURDAY, MARCH 31, 2018 at 10AM Women Summit will lift up the voices of leaders KENNETH HAHN STATE RECREATION AREA Michelle Obama AP FILE PHOTO and organizations that 4100 S. La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90056

Featuring REVEREND JAMES LAWSON, JR. Keynote Speaker

Sentinel newS Service nect attendees with leading Processional from the Upper Eastern Ridgeline Parking organizations working at are making an impact in Lot to the event location begins promptly at 10:00AM. Former First Lady Mi- the forefront of today’s most their communities,” said Parking is available in the lower parking lots (near chelle Obama will partici- pressing issues, and equip Jordan Brooks, Manag- Gwen Moore Lake, the Hahn Community Building and pate in the second United them with tools and training. ing Director of the United play areas). Shuttle service will be provided up the hill State of Women Summit, It will also celebrate women State of Women. “We’re to the event location. PHOTO TODD GRAY which will take place in Los and allies who have made a thrilled that Former First Angeles on May 5-6. United significant impact in their Lady Michelle Obama State of Women, an indepen- own communities. will join us for our con- dent nonprofit that grew out Other Summit partici- versations with change- of the Obama Administra- pants include Tarana Burke, makers across the country tion’s Council on Women Jane Fonda, and Mayor Eric who are advocating and and Girls, is focused on in- Garcetti. To learn more about organizing in their local spiring women and allies to the program, visit our web- communities.” For more details contact (323) 298-3660 turn passion into action. site. United State of Women To register for the The Summit will spot- is proud to partner with a summit, visit www.unit- light concrete solutions, con- broad range of organizations edstateofwomen.org A-4 LASENTINEL.NET NEWS THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018

Award recognized leaders who champion gender equity in the city of Los Angeles

HAVE A SEAT BREAK BREAD 100 FREE DINNERS | 1,000 ANGELENOS

RACE. CONVERSATION. HONESTY. COURTESY PHOTO Los Angeles City Council President Herb Wesson with Jenesse CEO Karen Earl

Sentinel newS Service we do at Jenesse Center is what they can do to move a team effort; I would like this cause forward. We From April 16–20, Los Angeles The Commission on the need resources to support to thank and include in this will host 100 dinners across Status of Women (CSW) acknowledgement the Jen- our prevention and inter- and Council President esse Board Members, Staff vention programs that ad- every one of the 15 districts that Herb J. Wesson, Jr., named and the Jenesse Achieve- dress gender-based abuse make up our city. Each dinner will Jenesse Center CEO Karen ment Circle. Our story and violence, particularly consist of a chef, a gathering of Earl as 2018 Pioneer Wom- started with five Africanfor African American an of the Year for the City American women, victims women, who are often the 10 neighbors, and a thoughtful of Los Angeles 10th Coun- of domestic violence, who most vulnerable. We need dialogue centered on one of the cil District. believed if they spoke up, financial help to educate most important topics of our time: The annual Pioneer the community, particu- they could make a change RACE. Woman of the Year Award not only for themselves, larly young people on what honors leaders who cham- but other women too. Now, healthy relationships look pion gender equity in the Jenesse is coming up on like, what is socially ac- city of Los Angeles. The 40 years of service for a ceptable behavior and what 4.16.18 4.20.18 theme of this year's cer- social ill that, for a long is a violation of human emony was “The Intersec- time, NO ONE wanted to rights, so that we can break tion of Female Homeless- talk about! SILENCE and the cycle of violence. We ness: Domestic Violence, SHAME was devastating sincerely appreciate the do- EMBRACELA.ORG #EMBRACELA Sexual Assault and Human women in our community. nor support that makes Je - Trafficking.” Now, we have the #MeToo nesse's sustainability possi- Council President Herb and #TimesUp movements, ble and for this prestigious J. Wesson, Jr. said, "We where women and men are award that recognizes our are proud to honor (Karen no longer suffering in si- programs and services that Earl) who has selflessly lence or stigma. Victims champion the basic human contributed to the lives of are no longer being blamed right for everyone to have women and girls and the for what they suffered. It's peace and safety in their most vulnerable groups a new day and we have homes, schools, workplac- among them." been working towards this es and relationships." Karen Earl, Jenesse turning point for years." CEO said, "The work thatEarl said, "People ask THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 NEWS LOS ANGELES SENTINEL A-5 The Black Business Association’s ‘Salute to Black Women’ Business Conference/Expo & Awards Luncheon was a stunning tribute to National Women’s History Month SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE

The Black Business Association (BBA), present- ed the Annual Salute to Black Women Business Conference/Expo & Awards Luncheon in recognition of National Women’s History Month recently at the L.A. Hotel Downtown. The over- flowing room of guests had PHOTO CREDIT: FOXX MEDIA GROUP a wonderful time as they (L-R): Honorees: Edna Sims, Alisha White Madison, Ozie B. Gonzaque, Vivan Bowers- honored five special women Cowan and Jacque Bee. who were truly deserving of the accolades. awards to this year’s hon- Bella Network, Entrepre- Clarisa F. Howard, President PHOTO CREDIT: FOXX MEDIA GROUP Earl “Skip” Cooper II, orees; Ozie B. Gonzaque; neur Excellence Award, & CEO, Howard & Howard (L-R): Earl “Skip” Cooper, Lifetime Achievement Awardee President & CEO, Black former Board Chair Edna Sims, Owner, ESP Consulting, Inc, President Ozie B. Gonzaque and The Honorable Gwen Moore. Business Association and HACLA, Lifetime Achieve- Public Relations, Excellence Award and Northrop Gum- The Honorable Gwen ment Award; Jacque Bee, In Media Services Award, man received the Chair- Robinson and Kim Antho- This year’s theme was Moore, President, GEM Co-Director, Recycling Vivian Bowers, Owner, man’s Award. ny-Morrow, National Direc- Nevertheless, She Persisted Communications & Chair- Black Dollars, Nevertheless, Bowers & Sons Cleaners, The honorees were sere- tor, Urban Philanthropy that honored women who woman, Black Business She Persisted Award; Alisha Outstanding Community naded by outstanding 15- Institute was the Mistress of fight all forms of discrimi- Association, presented the White Madison, Founder, Based Business Award, year-old vocalist Zipporah Ceremonies. nation against women. Compton College President Keith Curry Honored with Distinguished Administrator Award ACCCA Conference in “I am extremely hon- 2013, after serving as the increased student enroll- continued work with him as Santa Rosa, Calif., on Feb- ored and humbled to interim CEO for the District ment and transfers; new we set long-term goals and ruary 22. receive this award and be since March 2011. He pre- full-time faculty members develop an institutional cul- The Harry Buttimer included among the viously served as the El hired; the passing of the ture at Compton College Distinguished Administra- impressive list of commu- Camino College Compton Measure C facilities bond that helps deliver academic tor Award, first presented nity college leaders, who Center dean of student serv- in 2014 by a 78.3 yes vote; excellence for our students in 1986, is named after the are Harry Buttimer Award ices, beginning in 2006. new state-funded construc- and the community.”

FILE PHOTO late Harry Buttimer, who recipients,” said Curry. “I Under Curry’s leader- tion projects completed; Curry earned his doc- Keith Curry was a founding member of share this award with all of ship, many existing student and a balanced budget with torate in education from the the ACCCA. Known as the the Compton College support programs at Comp- a reserve. University of California, SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE highest honor a community administrators, faculty, and ton College have expanded “On behalf of the Irvine, and a bachelor’s college administrator can staff who have worked so and others were created, Compton Community Col- degree in American studies Keith Curry, CEO of receive from one’s peers, hard during the last ten including the First Year lege District Board of from the University of Cal- the Compton Community the award pays tribute to years to make this college Experience (FYE) pro- Trustees, I would like to ifornia, Santa Cruz. College District and presi- those administrators who the institution it is today.” gram, Honors Transfer Pro- congratulate Dr. Curry on “Every student is a suc- dent of Compton College, demonstrate integrity, prin- Curry became president gram, Cosmetology pro- receiving this honor,” said cess story!” is Curry’s ever- was recently named recipi- ciple, compassion, strength of Compton College in June gram, Transfer Pathways Nicole J. Jones, president of present mantra on campus. ent of the 2018 Harry in leadership, and who 2017, when the Accrediting partnerships, Compton the Board of Trustees for “I want to give people Buttimer Distinguished have made significant con- Commission for Communi- College Promise, and the the Compton Community hope,” he says. “You can Administrator Award. It is tributions to the college ty and Junior Colleges award-winning Formerly College District. “Dr. Curry be from Compton and be a the most prestigious award district and community. (ACCJC) granted initial Incarcerated Student Tran- has been an influential success. Every student can given by the Association of Nominees must be a chief accreditation status to sition Program. Other posi- leader through times of be successful with the right California Community executive of one of the 72 Compton College. He was tive outcomes in recent change, overseeing efforts academic and support serv- College Administrators California community col- appointed permanent CEO years include increased for us to achieve significant ices. I want students to feel (ACCCA), and was pre- lege districts or 114 com- of the Compton Community number of degrees and cer- milestones at the District. special and at home here at sented to Curry at the munity colleges. College District in July tificates awarded; We look forward to our Compton College.”

25-50% OFF STOREWIDE

MEET THE NEW STAR REWARDS SEE A STORE ASSOCIATE OR VISIT MACYS.COM/STARREWARDS

SPECIALS END SATURDAY! EASTER

SALE NOW–SAT, MAR. 31 EXTRA 20% OFF CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES, JEWELRY, MEN’S SUIT SEPARATES & SPORT COATS FOR HIM & HOME ITEMS

EXTRA 15% OFF WATCHES, SHOES, COATS, SUITS FOR HER, DRESSES, LINGERIE & SWIM FOR HER

USE YOUR MACY’S CARD OR THIS PASS 3/26-3/31/18. MACYS.COM PROMO CODE: SALE See macys.com/deals for online exclusions SAVINGS OFF SELECT SALE ITEMS IN STORE & SELECT SALE & CLEARANCE ITEMS ONLINE EXCLUDES ALL: Bonus Buys, Deals of the Day, Doorbusters, Everyday Values (EDV), Last Act, lowest prices of the season, Macy’s Backstage, specials, Super Buys, The Market @ Macy’s, athletic clothing/shoes/accessories, baby gear, reg.-priced china/ crystal/silver, cosmetics/fragrances, designer handbags/jewelry/watches/shoes/ sportswear, electrics/electronics, furniture/mattresses, gift cards, jewelry trunk shows, select licensed depts., previous purchases, men’s & women’s premium denim, restaurants, rugs, services, kids’ shoes, smart watches/jewelry, special orders, special purchases, select tech accessories, toys, select water bottles, American Rug Craftsmen, Anova, Apple Products, Ashley Graham, Avec Les Filles clothing, Barbour, Bow & Drape, Brahmin, Breville, Briggs & Riley, Brooks Brothers Red Fleece, COACH, Demeyere, Destination Maternity, Dyson, Eileen Fisher SYSTEM, Frye, Global Cutlery, Hanky Panky, Hurley, Johnston & Murphy, Karastan, kate spade new york apparel/accessories, Kenneth Cole kids’ shoes, KitchenAid Pro Line, Le Creuset, LEGO, LensCrafters, Levi’s, select Locker Room by Lids, Marc Jacobs, select Michael Kors/Michael Michael Kors, Miyabi, Movado Bold, Natori, Nike on Field, Nike swim, Original Penguin, Panache, Philips, Rimowa, RVCA, Shun, simplehuman bath accessories, Smeg, Spanx, Staub, Stuart Weitzman, Sunglass Hut, S’well, Tempur- Pedic mattresses, The North Face, Teva, Theory, Tommy John, Tory Burch, Tumi, UGG®, Uttermost, Vans, Vietri, Vitamix, Wacoal, Waterford, Wolford & Wüsthof; PLUS, ONLINE ONLY: Birkenstock, Merrell & Tommy Bahama. Cannot be combined with any savings pass/coupon, extra discount or credit offer except opening a new Macy’s account. Extra savings % applied to reduced prices.

EASTER SALE PRICES IN EFFECT 3/26-3/31/2018. A-6 LASENTINEL.NET OPINION THURSDAY,FEBRUARYTHURSDAY, MARCH 29, 16, 2018 2017 • DR. MAULANA KARENGA •

If our lives are to be in the midst of such deep- rican people, the family of expand, elevate and enrich horizon for our people and good and beautiful in ways ly-rooted racial, religious, families, the community of us and equally important, humanity as a whole. that lift us up and give us cultural and other hatred communities in small and give us an opportunity to When we of Us say in the strength, courage and is a revolutionary act in world encompassing ways, do likewise for others. In our closing affirmation that creative capacity to free itself—a counterforce and ever striving and strug- the sacred teaching of our we must have “faith in all ourselves, be ourselves, and contribution to righteous gling to bring good into the ancestors found in the Odu that makes us beautiful and truly flourish, then we must resistance against the evil, world. Ifa, we are taught that key strong”, love and struggle self-consciously live our injustice and oppression And this is how I define to our achieving the good are at the top of the list, lives in love and struggle. this hatred represents. struggle here: a righteous world we want and deserve second only to the people And if we, as Black men We speak of a love for and relentless striving on is “the eagerness and strug- for whom and with whom and women, are to contin- another and others that every level to bring good gle to increase good in the they are practiced. Love ue to rise and raise others elevates, enriches and ex- in our lives and the world. world and not let any good and struggle make us feel among us as we rise, it is pands our lives and inspires It is a striving to stand ever be lost”. Moreover, the Hu- and be beautiful and strong. love that will lift us up and in our loved ones feel- DR. MAULANA KARENGA worthy of the people, his- sia says, in our striving and Indeed, as Rediu Khnum in struggle that will strengthen ings, thoughts and actions tory and culture that called struggles we must remem- the Husia says, they make us and ultimately give us of similar measure and life we live, the work we do us into being and enjoined ber that “every day is a do- us “kind-hearted, dignified, the liberating victory we meaning. We speak of love and the struggle we wage in us to constantly become nation to eternity and even and godly to behold…” It seek and have sacrificed rootedso in the reality of our the world. the best of what it means one hour is a contribution is love that grounds us and much for now and through- natural and social need for We must, then, both feel to be African and human to the future”. lifts us up at the same time. out history. each other and grounded in and practice love—a seri- in the world. And I speak In spite of the rumors And it is struggle that clears Clearly, to love and our best values of speak- ous self-giving to secure at the same time of a righ- and false reports of our so- the space and creates the struggle are in our inter- ing truth, doing justice and and sustain each other’s teous and relentless striv- cial death, the destruction conditions and capacity for ests as both persons and a practicing harmony, bal- happiness, well-being and ing to create conditions in of our families and our in- us to live and love freely people. Indeed, we must ance, reciprocity and righ- development. And that is which we can live and love ability to rise to the chal- and honor the ancient Af- love in order to live good, teous order. why struggle is so cen- freely. In other words, it lenges that confront us, we rican ethical imperative to beautiful and fulfilling lives And we speak here, es- tral, indeed, indispensable. is a mighty and meaning- continue to rise against all constantly repair, renew and to pose a model and pecially of male/female re- Also, key to close and inti- ful striving to create the odds and to raise as we rise. and remake ourselves in righteous way forward for lations and relatedness as mate loving relationships is good community, society For we know our freedom the process and practice of those who come after us. married or single, intimates, to realize and respond cre- and world we all want and is indivisible, our lives in- repairing, renewing and re- Also, we must struggle to friends or fellow members atively to the fact that we deserve to live, love and terrelated in real and irre- making the world. And as defend and develop our- of our families, community don’t love in isolation or flourish in and leave placeable as a ways, and our fu- Dr. Mary M. Bethune says, selves, secure our rights and and people. For as our an- only each other in couples. legacy for those who come ture must be conceived and “the task is nothing less advance our interests with cestors taught, whether we But we love in the context afterwards. won in righteous and active than that”. due consideration for others talk of the continuation of of family, community and As we have said so togetherness. And key to Dr. Maulana Karenga, and the ongoing well-being the human species, the mor- our people as a whole. often, struggle is a good all of this are the two prin- Professor and Chair of of the world. And we must al quality of a society or the Therefore, we must love thing. It is vital to life, ciples and practices of love Africana Studies, Califor- do this together in actively right order and functioning all the people, living and love and liberation. Indeed, and struggle. nia State University-Long committed, caring and of the world, quality male/ ancestors, whom we right- struggling in love is the So, it is in love and Beach; Executive Direc- courageous ways, whether female relations are indis- fully recognize as those means by which we ground struggle that we rise and tor, African American Cul- married, coupled or single pensable. who brought us into being, and develop ourselves, raise others as we rise, or in tural Center (Us); Creator and whether as partners, By love we mean here, nurtured us, protected and achieve our potential and the words of our ancestors, of Kwanzaa; and author comrades, co-combatants, ultimate and rightful at- provided for us, sustained come into the fullness of “lift as we climb”. And it is of Kwanzaa: A Celebra- friends or fellow Africans tentiveness and apprecia- and sustain us and taught ourselves. It is the process in love and struggle that we tion of Family, Community striving righteously and re- tion that results in mutual and teach us righteous, and practice by which we will overcome our weak- and Culture and Essays lentlessly to make it right, investment in each other’s valuable and expansive cultivate our hearts and nesses, increase and expand on Struggle: Position and do the good and radically happiness, well-being and ways of understanding minds in righteous and ex- our strengths, continue to Analysis, www.AfricanA- transform the conditions development. Love, then, and asserting ourselves in pansive ways, pay rightful courageously confront the mericanCulturalCenter- and possibilities of our is not simply a feeling or a the world. We speak too attention to our physical, overwhelming odds against LA.org; www.OfficialK- lives. principle, but a feeling and of love of our people as a mental and spiritual health us and eventually end our wanzaaWebsite.org; www. Surely, in a society principle that, of necessity, whole, Black people, Af- and build relationships that oppression, opening a new MaulanaKarenga.org which masquerades and expresses itself also as a • A BLACK PERSPECTIVE • LARRY AUBRY hawks hatred and hostility practice. Indeed, as we say toward us and others who in Kawaida philosophy, ev- are different as important ery moral claim or social news and necessary knowl- principle must eventually edge, we must defiantly and ultimately express it- Public education has Star Project titled, “A Pro- This $1 million indi- a minimum for universal reject this social and moral self as a practice, if it is to failed Black students. posal: A Black American vidual reduction in lifetime pre-kindergarten, all-day madness. Indeed, to love be real and relevant in the Tragically, by virtually any Public School System” earnings is quantifiable literacy-oriented kinder- measure, they are behind (June 5, 2015) by Michael because it’s the continu- garten, challenging college the los aNgeles seNtiNel all other groups, including ing harm resulting from preparatory curriculum immigrant Latino students centuries of slavery and with after-school, Saturday who have been in the U.S. an additional 150 years of and summer classes; highly for only three years. At the Jim Crow and its lingering selective effective teachers federal, state and local lev- effects. As such, it can be supported by an ongoing els there have been some taken as one component of subject area and pedagogi- DANNY J. BAKEWELL SR. programs that relate to the calculation of the fig- cal professional develop- Executive Publisher / CEO African American students. ures for deserved restitu- ment and fine facilities. JENNIFER J. THOMAS However, such efforts did tion. Use of advanced tech- Publisher not, and still do not focus While the average per- nology would enable geo- KENNETH R. THOMAS Publisher / CEO (1983-1997) exclusively on their spe- student expenditure for graphically neutral delivery RUTH WASHINGTON cific needs. Rather, Black Black students is less than of resources, including ad- Business Manager / Publisher (1948-1990) students are always lumped $12 thousand, the amount ministration so that Black COL. LEON WASHINGTON JR. with other so-called “disad- spent on white students students in a small elemen- Founder / Publisher (1933-1974) LARRY AUBRY PAMELA A. BAKEWELL vantaged” students based whose families are in the tary school in the rural Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Officer on familiar criteria-chieflyHolzman, offers a provoca- upper 20% of incomes South would have educa- DANNY J. BAKEWELL JR. poverty, and have never tive conceptual alterna- can easily reach $30 thou- tional resources equivalent Executive Editor/ Chief of Staff received the care and tar- tive to the current public sand. Adding to that, the to those of Black students BRENDA MARSH-MITCHELL Executive Assistant to the Publisher geted resources absolutely school model to improve amounts spent by the lat- in Northeastern and Far Member of the Board of Directors(2004-2014) necessary for educational educational outcomes for ter on education activities Western suburban Black success. African American students. outside of school hours— American public schools. BRANDON I. BROOKS, Managing Editor On the other hand, La- Those who may consider private lessons of various (Do such schools exist? Entertainment Editor/Sports Editor/Advertising tino students designated Holzman’s proposal naïve, kinds, tutoring, educational Graduates of Black ANGELA HOWARD, Family Editor/Production Designer/ as English Learners (ELL) or mere fantasy, downplay travel—we can estimate American public schools Circulation/Distribution have an advantage-espe- the crippling reality of what the annual monetary edu- admitted to college would CORA JACKSON-FOSSETT, Religion Editor/Production cially in Los Angeles and currently exists, i.e., educa- cational disadvantage of be provided with tuition Designer/Staff Writer other large urban school tion systems that virtually Black students as at least and living expenses. Oth- E. MESIYAH MCGINNIS, Photographer districts. Their increasingly ensure failure for countless $25 thousand. Given the ers would receive support AMANDA SCURLCOK, Staff Writer/Sports Writer large numbers and specific African American students. approximate K-12 Black for job training, including language-acquisition needs Excerpts from Holzman enrollment of seven mil- apprenticeships. JENNIFER BIHM, Staff Writer are officially recognized article: lion, the total annual short- Increases in Black high BRIAN CARTER, Staff Writer and funded. Not so for “The American educa- fall is in the range of $175 school and college gradu- KIMBERLEE BUCK, Staff Writer Black students. tion system has failed the billion. If this $175 billion ation rates would result in SHONASSEE SHAVER, Staff Writer Unless and until Black descendants of enslaved were available for the edu- higher Black annual and CLIFFORD RUSSELL, Advertising students are treated like Africans. Only 16% read cation of Black American lifetime earnings, with con- their lives really matter, at grade level in middle children, how could it be sequent improvements in BERNARD LLOYD, Advertising and get attention and re- school (and only 12% of used to eliminate the penal- health, family and social IRIS STANDFORD, Classified sources commensurate male African Americans ty for being educated while life, childhood well-being NatioNal advertisiNg represeNtative: with their needs, they will do so). Just over half of Black? in the Black community Amalgamated Publishers continue to receive an infe- male Black students gradu- One idea would be and increased contribu- 45 W. 45th St. , New York, NY 10036 (212) 869-5220 - and - rior education. Making this ate from high school in to utilize the existing- tions le to governmental rev- 2400 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, Il 60616 (312) 842-0200 happen requires significant four years as compared to gal framework underpin- enue at all levels. In this and sustained pressure on more than three-quarters ning the charter school way, the education system, Member: Audit Bureau of Circulation, City News Service, Associated Press, California Newspaper Publishers Association, National school districts first by theof male white students. movement to create a na- the deficiencies of which Newspaper Publishers Association, National Newspapers Association. Black community itself. Twenty-one percent of tional school network for now drive the Black pov- HOW TO REACH US Of course, strong effec- young Black women grad- American descendants of erty cycle, would instead Main Number (323) 299-3800 tive Black leadership is uate from college, but only enslaved Africans: The serve as a foundation for DEPARTMENTS indispensable for leading 16% of young Black men African American Pub- the prosperity of the Black Entertainment Editor, Ext. 264 • Family Editor, Ext. 258 and sustaining the broad compared to 31% and 30% lic School System. These community.” Religion Editor, Ext. 251 Classified Advertising, Ext. 210 political support crucial for white women and men schools would be funded in (Three years ago, The Display Advertising 220,223 for bringing about such respectively. As a result of each locality by the usual Leadership Education Fund Subscriptions, Ext. 0 change. How can the non- the failure of public schools local, state and federal con- released a report, Cheating (ISSN 089-4340) is published weekly on Thursday for $60.00 per year, education of Black students to educate Black children, tributions, supplemented Our Future: How Decades $40.00 for six months. Foreign countries $120.00 per year, $60.00 for six months by Los Angeles Sentinel, Inc. 3800 Crenshaw Blvd., Los be reversed? It will take their lifetime earnings are by a National Black Edu- of Disinvestment by States Angeles, CA 90008. Periodicals Postage Paid at Los Angeles, CA. an unapologetic focus that reduced, on average, by cational Fund (NBEF), Jeopardizes Equal Educa- Postmaster: Send address changes to Los Angeles Sentinel, 3800 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90008. The Los Angeles Sentinel is generates broad concern over a million dollars, or a capitalized with restitutiontional Opportunity. It docu- not responsible for any unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or related and equitable resources for total of $5 trillion for this contributions. The total per ments the massive resource materials. Copyright © 1998 Los Angeles Sentinel Black students to get the generation of the descen- student expenditure would disparities in public schools Entered as Second Class Matter March 2, 1947 at the Post Office of Los Angeles, job done. dants of enslaved Africans vary by locality, but would nationwide.) California Under the Act of MARCH 24, 1879 Established 1933. An article in the Black as a whole. everywhere be sufficient at [email protected] THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 OPINION LOS ANGELES SENTINEL A-7

• ARDENA JOY CLARK • • ASSEMBLYMEMBER REGINALD BYRON JONES-SAWYER SR. AND SHANE MURPHY GOLDSMITH • ‘What A Wonderful World’ FROM THE LIBERTY HILL FOUNDATION A Discussion on Perception Vs Reality It’s time for California to take If you are reading this this infinity of stars?” He article, there is a strong pos- reasons that he had not a bold position: Children do sibility that you’ve experi- because it is only possible to enced one of those, what I capture with one's eyes so sometimes refer to as “white much of the sky at any given not belong behind bars noise moments.” So, you’ve time and that we never actu- just read a disheartening arti- ally see an infinity of stars. In the past, youth justice experts, who were instru- cle or saw a news blip come That’s impossible. He then in California has tried a mental in reducing the youth across your social media, asks himself “Where does tough and heavy-handed prison population dramati- detailing a ridiculous policy this idea of infinity come approach, particularly on cally over last 10 years. The proposal or heard a remark from?” After considering youth of color. We now resounding consensus is that by someone in leadership this question for some time, know from solid research of the budget should reflect our that was so awful that it left he concludes that it is our youth development and values, and our values have you in shock and feeling Ardena Joy Clark minds that create the concept juvenile justice that punish- to reflect that belief in our powerless. Suddenly it’s as if of infinity by unifying in the ment should be our last youth. a “white noise,” which in hit me in a way that I had imagination individual snap- approach, a recourse only We know that rehabilita- scientific terms is described never felt before. That’s the shots of the sky, so to speak, taken when more effective tion programs work. We see as sound containing many thing; You see, we’ve all and synthesizing those options such as mental a future where youth prisons different frequencies of heard and said things over images into a single, unified health services and commu- are not needed, offering an equal intensity, washes over and over again. We even whole. Then it hits him. As nity-based programs don’t Assemblymember Reginald opportunity to rethink how my brain and ability to know some things, but there he looked up again at the work. Incarceration can have Byron Jones-Sawyer Sr. we use those spaces and process the information is a big difference between stars, he did not feel his lifelong consequences on a financial resources. We coming through my senses is knowledge and applied “smallness” relative to an young person. A prison stint reduce youth incarceration. know that youth who need a compromised. Well, I didn’t knowledge. There is a differ- infinity of stars in an endless means a youth is more likely Simply put, imprisoning a second chance often fall into like that feeling, nor in gen- ence between knowing sky hat surrounded him. to become a high school child should never be an trouble because they never eral being apathetic to what something and living some- Ironically, he felt his small- dropout and more likely to option. had a first chance – a first was happening in the world thing. I didn’t consciously ness relative to the concept be chronically unemployed. Reducing the state’s chance to succeed in their and I wanted to understand articulate it this way, in that of infinity that he had Almost 10 years ago, youth prison is ambitious, schools and their communi- more about it and how I moment but the illusion of imposed upon them. California decided to focus but achievable. Through a ties. Resources should be could prevent it. Just like reality that we are constantly He was not vanquished instead on rehabilitation, focus on restorative services redirected toward preven- many of you teachers, bombarded with by all kinds by the world he experienced which resulted in the reduc- such as community service, tion programs that provide coaches, parents, good of media, would never again, around him. He was van- tion of kids in state facilities mental health treatment and the educational, employ- neighbors, church members, for me, be anything other quished by the power and from 10,000 to approximate- educational support, pro- ment and social support that activists, entertainers with a than an illusion. This uni- beauty of his own mind. ly 680. County facilities grams across the state have all children need to thrive. “voice’ etc. reading this, I verse that we all share is not For me, that is about as across the state have had successfully helped youth in For both of us, this issue have remained active and will never be defined by accurate a picture of reality similar reductions. It is now trouble recover from their goes beyond our roles as a because I believe we should the hatred and sickness of a as it gets. We must never time for us to go a step fur- mistakes and get their lives legislator and philanthropic use this life to do something few. I say few with the allow anyone to create for us ther and reduce youth incar- back on the right track. leader. For one of us, my good, but there were times I knowledge that there are an illusion of reality. True ceration and reimagine how Diversion programs, as they uncle was one of the original was emotionally disconnect- over 7 1/2 billion people in reality is in the unseen prin- we prepare all of our youth are known, work by helping Little Rock Nine who ed from whatever I was this world and each of us, ciples that govern this uni- for second chances and suc- youth avoid arrest and helped to desegregate edu- doing at the time and by then every day are helping to cre- verse. Unseen principles like cessful futures. imprisonment, and instead cation; As Chair of the I had reached a point in my ate through our actions, inac- the universal gravitation that There is public support make positive choices for Select Committee on the lifeinwhichIwishedto tions, decisions and thoughts keep the stars, including the for an evolved approach. A their futures. In L.A. County, Status of Boys and Men of always be “present.” To be our shared sun on their trajectory main- recent poll by The California only 11 percent of youth Color, it is my intent to dis- living each moment authen- experiences/experience. taining conditions for life to Endowment, showed that an who participate in diversion mantle the school to prison tically. One of my favorite 18th flourish on our planet. True overwhelming number of programs return to the sys- pipeline. For the other, the Well, after one such century writers, Frederick reality is in principles like Californians supported clos- tem, compared to 33 percent experience of having a “white noise” meltdown, I Schiller, in an essay entitled love which also maintains ing youth prisons. The state’s of those who were incarcer- younger brother in and out decided to just go outside, “On the Aesthetical Estima- conditions for life to flourish voters, who in the 1990s led ated, a pattern that is reflect- of prison as a teenager pro- watch the sunset and quiet tion of Magnitudes,” re- and is reflected in something the national push for what ed in youth justice programs vided an insider’s lens to the my mind. After beholding counts a similar experience as seemingly insignificant as we now know to be failed throughout the state. ways that systems fail our our massive sun, whose as the one I spoke about the innocent smile of a tough-on-crime policies, The rate of return on the most vulnerable. Investing diameter is 864,938 miles above. He describes a stranger passing by...”...and I have been convinced by data two tactics requires that state in a real future for all our across, reach a horizon, depressed man, outside, think to myself, “What a showing it’s cheaper and legislators take a hard look state’s youth is beyond which is nothing more than looking at the nighttime sky wonderful world.” ;) more effective to give youth at how the state is spending smart taxpayer stewardship an illusion, at a relative and thinking about how Ardena Joy Clark is an a chance at redemption its money. In Los Angeles – it’s the right thing to do. speed of 43,000 miles per insignificant he is as com- American activist, writer, rather than a prison cell. County, it costs nearly Los Angeles County hour, I had but one thought, pared with the vast infinity award winning recording A focus on rehabilitation $300,000 to incarcerate a made a new commitment to “What an amazing universe of stars. He ponders this artist, former elected official is smart policy and it saves kid for one year, versus transform its youth justice this is we live in.” I know it thought for a while. He asks and author of “The Art of taxpayer dollars. It also $5,000 to put him or her system, investing more than sounds cliche, I do, but for himself “Have I ever actual- Choosing Joy; A Script in the addresses grave racial injus- through a community reha- $26 million over four years whatever reason that thought ly seen with my own eyes Making of My Life”. tices that exist in the criminal bilitation program. The math in community rehabilitation justice system. Nationwide, itself indicates that prison programs. Los Angeles a Black youth is five times should be the last resort. County has the largest num- • JESSE JACKSON • more likely to be arrested California can rise to the ber of youth who are incar- than a White youth; for Lati- challenge by making a com- cerated and detained in the nos, it’s almost twice as like- mitment to invest in diver- nation, and the future of this ly. These stark racial sion before any other option. program will surely inform We need to revive King’s inequities were the impetus The legislature’s Select the rest of the nation. It is behind a challenge undertak- Committee on the Status of time for the rest of Califor- en by the select committee Boys and Men of Color has nia to catch up and defini- campaign against poverty on the Status of Boys and held hearings during this tively say that prisons are no Men of Color to further sessiontohearfromthe place for our children. April 4, will mark the guarantee of basic opportuni- 50th anniversary of the assas- ty: the right to a job at a liv- massive protests against gun Nowaswemarkthe among the elderly. With a sination of Dr. Martin Luther ing wage, the right to health violence, building a diverse 50th anniversary of his jobs-guarantee policy, a King, shot down on the bal- care, to quality public educa- movement, making the con- death, let us resurrect the Medicare for All program, a cony of the Lorraine Motel in tion, to affordable housing, to nection between the horror mission of his life. Mem- $15 minimum wage, debt-free Memphis, Tennessee. a secure retirement. of school shootings in the phis Mayor Jim Strickland college and affordable child At the time, we had Now, 50 years later, we suburbs and street shootings set the tone, when he care, we could slash poverty, come to Memphis to support should revive Dr. King’s in our cities. And he would announced that the city open up opportunity and lift striking sanitation workers mission, not simply honor have been thrilled to see his would offer grants to the 14 hope across the country. seeking a living wage and a his memory. In the course nine-year-old granddaugh- living strikers from that We have the resources; union. Dr. King was focused of those years, African- ter, Yolanda Renee King, time, and establish a match- the only question is whether on organizing a Poor Peo- Americans have experi- rouse the crowd with her ing grant program to subsi- we have the will. That will ple’s Campaign, an effort to enced much progress and presence and her words: dize the retirement savings take organizing, non-violent bring people together across Jesse Jackson many reversals. “My grandfather had a of active sanitation workers. protests, voter registration and lines of race, religion and Over the last decades, dream that his four little chil- He hopes to expand this to mobilization — a modern- region to call on the country In the last years of his blacks have suffered the rav- dren would not be judged by all city workers not covered day poor people’s campaign. to address the grinding life, Dr. King turned his ages of mass incarceration the color of their skin, but the by the public pension plan. “We will not be poverty of the day. attention to the plague of war, and a racially biased crimi- content of their character. I At the national level, we silenced,” said the young Fifty years later, poverty poverty and continued racial nal justice system. In 2008, have a dream that enough is should act boldly. Social Secu- leaders at the March for Our remains unfinished busi- injustice. He understood that African-Americans suffered enough and this should be a rity and Medicare have dra- Lives. That surely is a nec- ness. In Memphis, accord- the war on poverty had been the largest loss of personal gun-free world, period.” matically reduced poverty essary first step. ing to the authoritative 2017 lost in the jungles of Viet- wealth in the mortgage crisis Memphis Poverty Fact nam. The Civil Rights Move- and financial collapse. David G. Brown Editorial Cartoon Sheet compiled by Dr. Elena ment had successfully elimi- Schools have been re- Delavega of the University nated legal segregation and segregated as neighborhoods of Memphis, nearly 27 per- won Blacks the right to vote. have grown more separated cent of the population – Now it was time to turn to by race and class. New voter more than one in four – is in this unfinished business. repression schemes have poverty. A horrifying 45 per- We should not let the spread across the country. cent of children live in trauma of his death divorce Gun violence wreaks the poverty. They suffer from us from the drama of his life, biggest toll among our poor- inadequate food, health care, nor the riots that came in est neighborhoods. insecure housing and reaction to erase the agenda Through his life, Dr. impoverished schools. that he put forth for action. King remained committed Poverty has been going Atthecenterofthat to non-violence. He sought up among all races, except agenda was a call grounded to build an inter-racial coali- for people over 65, protected in the economic bill of rights tion, openly disagreeing a bit by the earned benefits that President Franklin D. with those who championed of Social Security and Roosevelt put forth coming Black separatism or flirted Medicare. Memphis is the out of the Great Depression with violence. poorest metropolitan area and World War II. Ameri- He would have been with a population over 1 cans, he argued, had come to overjoyed at the young men million in the United States. understand the need for a and women organizing the A-8THURSDAY, LOS MARCH ANGELES 29, 2018 SENTINEL OPINIONNEWS THURSDAY,LASENTINEL.NET DECEMBER 26,A-8 2013

Members of the audience hold up clenched fists as the "March for Our Lives" rally in support of gun control comes to an end in Washington, Saturday, March 24, 2018.

(AP PHOTO/ANDREW HARNIK) A member of the audience becomes

Protesters fill Pennsylvania Avenue, as seen from the Newseum, during the "March for emotional (AP PHOTO/ANDREW HARNIK) Our Lives" rally in support of gun control in Washington, Saturday, March 24, 2018.

(AP PHOTO/JOSE LUIS MAGANA)

David S. Cunningham, Jr.

Mitchell Thomas, Tamela Mitchell, Kennedy Mitchell-Egbo and Sen.

U.S. Senator Kamala Harris Joins Los Angeles Youth Protestors in the #MarchFor OurLives/ #NeverAgain Protest (OFFICE OF U.S. SENATOR KAMALA D. HARRIS) Kamala Harris (COURTESY PHOTO)

By Jennifer Bihm Everytown for Gun Safety, Adian Granger, 16, joined “So for people who are “mindless.” “My experience here Staff Writer helped the students coordi- the march, she said, be- watching . . . know that it “I’m here counter-pro- in Washington was abso- nate the event. cause she “knows about can be anybody. It can hap- testing this mindless attack lutely amazing, joining the U.S. Senator Kamala Organizers of the march gun violence intimately.” pen to anybody. To me, against the second amend- march with all these people Harris said she was “proud” used the event to challenge She lives in a city with the saddest thing is no one ment,” he said, “against to change something that to join students all over the lawmakers to address the the highest murder rate of ever reacts until it happens gun rights… We definitelyshould have been changed nation, Saturday, March 24, issue of gun violence in any major city in America. to them, and then it’s too shouldn’t be passing legis- when the first school in the March for Our Lives American schools by imple- Of the 343 people killed late…” lation dealing with peoples shooting happened…” protest against gun violence. menting comprehensive gun in Baltimore last year, 295 In 2008, Hudson’s second amendment rights The event ended at Harris joined the march at control legislation. died by gunfire, more than mother, Darnell Donerson, based on emotion.” around 2 p.m., and LAPD home in California, specifi- March for Our Lives has New York City or Los An- 57, brother Jason Hud- The march attracted stated that it ended with no cally in Los Angeles along three primary demands, said geles, cities with more than son, 29, and nephew Ju- students from all across arrests or recorded counts with about 60,000 other its organizers via their web- 10 times Baltimore’s popu- lian King, 7, were fatally Southern California. Here of violence. marchers in support and sol- site: lation. Gun-related deaths wounded by gunfire. in Los Angeles, Daphne “This movement idarity with the Florida stu- 1) A law to ban the accounted for 88 percent of Organizers raised mon- Bradford, CEO of Mother doesn’t stop today,” Har- dents who survived a recent assault weapons frequent- the city’s homicides. ey for the event through Of Many and computer ris tweeted the day of the school shooting. The march ly used to carry out mass Adian’s cousin was re- donations made to the science educator at Dorsey event. started at the intersection shootings portedly shot while walk- March for Our Lives Ac- High School secured fund- “These young people of West 5th St and South 2) Stop the sale of ing home from work. Like tion Fund, according to its ing for a group of Dorsey are going to change this Broadway at 9 a.m., where high-capacity magazines, her cousin, most all of organizers. They also said High School STEM and country #MarchForOur- speakers told their stories. restricting the amount of Baltimore’s victims were they raised more than $3 Law Magnet students to Lives.” “I was proud to join the ammunition Black. million through a GoFund- attend the march. Bradford She also implored par- March for Our Lives in Los 3) Close loopholes Singer Jennifer Hudson Me campaign. About $1.5 said via a press release to ticipants to continue the Angeles,” Harris said. in America’s background said on Twitter that she was was used to cover expenses the Sentinel, that 99% of momentum of the day’s “The optimism of these checks and implement laws “proud to stand with these for the Washington march the student delegation who events. young people is contagious, that require background brave students,” joining and the other half will go attended the march have “You’ve marched. Now, and it’s why I believe they checks on every gun pur- other celebs at the event to the families of the Park- friends and family mem- here’s something else you will be the generation that chase, including those that including Ariana Grande, land shooting victims, they bers who have been shot or can do,” Harris posted on ends the gun violence epi- occur online or at gun shows Miley Cyrus, Demi Lovato said. killed due to gun violence. her Facebook page. demic. Americans from all “We cannot have a civil and Common. The Oscar- Celebrities like Oprah The group is 100% against “Make your voice walks of life, from students society without reasonable winner performed at the Winfrey, George Clooney arming teachers with guns heard by sharing why you to veterans, are demanding gun safety laws,” Harris event and also spoke out and Steven Spielberg each and want to keep LAUSD support the March for Our action on gun violence. If said. about her personally tragic donated $500,000 to the school police on campus, Lives with me. I will use Congress won’t listen, then “We need background experience with gun vio- organization last month. said its members. your stories and words to it’s up to us to send them a checks. We need an assault lence. Meanwhile, here in Los “It was an honor being advocate for reasonable powerful message in No- weapons ban. Congress “It is almost impossible Angeles, a smaller crowd here in Washington D.C to gun safety laws here in vember.” needs to have the courage to understand what the of over a dozen President join the march for our lives Congress. Comment here March for Our Lives was these young people have and victims, the families, are Donald Trump support- rally with Marjory Stone- or send me a letter or email created by #NeverAgain, act…” going through, what they ers showed up on Spring man Douglas students and me through my website…” a group of students who The main march took feel, or even to be able to Street, to counter the making a change” said Mi- Those wishing to sup- survived the February 14 place in Washington, kick- relate to a situation like #Neveragain protestors. chelle Argumedo, a sopho- port the cause can visit shooting at Marjory Stone- ing off at noon eastern time. this unless you’ve been in Group member Arthur more STEM student at Harris’ site: www.harris. man Douglas High School. In Baltimore, Maryland, it,” Hudson told CNN. Schaper called the march Dorsey High School. senate.gov.

Sentinel newS Service munications said, “Broth- erhood Crusade’s longev- Comerica Bank awarded ity and positive impact in Brotherhood Crusade with our various communities is a $100,000 grant donation noteworthy and can be at- last week to build on its re- tributed to its equal attention lationship with the organi- to social, economic as well zation to support its youth as political considerations. development programs and There are 3 pillars that all its Youth Source Center. successful nonprofits have The Brotherhood Cru- in common: clear vision, sade Youth Source Center leadership and a collabora- program increases edu- tive model that aligns what cational and career-based is important with what is ac- mentoring opportunities by tually being accomplished. aligning youth with com- So much so, that people mitted mentors, re-engaging and institutions who have youth in school, developing repeatedly given support to their vocational life and so- Brotherhood Crusade over cial skills, improving their the years, did so regardless academic skills, engaging of the economy, because youth in work experience they believe in the organiza- volunteerism and intern- tion.” ships, and eventually help- The Comerica partner- COURTESY PHOTO ing youth secure employ- ship will enable the organi- Pictured for the check presentation at Brotherhood Crusade offices are Charisse Bremond Weaver, ment. zation to continue providing Brotherhood Crusade President and CEO (left), Donald A. Kincey, Comerica Senior Vice President of CA Community This year marks Broth- quality programs and ser- Affairs & Corporate Communications (center) and Dr. Diandra Bremond, Brotherhood Crusade Director of Sports erhood Crusade’s 50th vices that provide resources, Programs and GRYD Program Director (right). anniversary of providing education, mentoring, train- programs and services to ing, access and support to a erhood Crusade because its our communities, that we brating 50 years of service our mission. We are grate- the Los Angeles commu- youth population that is at management demonstrates all should aspire to reach.” to the Los Angeles com- ful for this partnership nity. Donald A. Kincey, risk and underserved. a level of passion and com- Charisse Bremond munity which would not be which will make a huge Comerica Bank Senior Vice Kincey said, “Comerica mitment in trying to solve Weaver said, “This is an possible without partners impact in the lives of the President of CA Community Bank is proud of our support the issues that impact our exciting year for Brother- like Comerica Bank who young people we serve.” Affairs & Corporate Com- for the Los Angeles Broth- youth, and the future of hood Crusade. We are cele- understand the urgency of A-9THURSDAY, LASENTINEL.NET DECEMBER 26, 2013 OPINION NEWS LOSTHURSDAY, ANGELES MARCH SENTINEL 29, 2018 A-9

Clark {continued from Pg. A-1} been canvassing other yards, ment continues. eventually entered the front The body camera videos yard of a home on the 7500 are each about 17 minutes block of 29th Street and ob- long. While neither officer served Clark, along the side has been identified, one- ap of the residence. Officers pears to be White or His- commanded Clark to stop panic and the other African and show his hands. Accord- American. In the graphic ing to a statement released video, the officers don’t- ap by the SPD, the officers saypear to identify themselves Clark turned and advanced as police officers, but - sim towards them while “hold- ply say, “Hey, show me your ing an object which was ex- hands, gun” and seconds tended in front of him.” The later “Show me your hands, officers said they believed gun, gun gun,” before one Clark was pointing a gun at shoots off 10 rounds and the them and, “fearing for their other, at least 11. safety,” they fired their duty Officers waited five min- weapons. utes for backup to arrive and Police admit they only can be heard telling Clark, Hundreds converged on Sacramento’s city hall last Thursday in protest of the police-involved shooting of found a cellphone, not a gun who was unresponsive, to Stephon Clark, 22, who was killed in South Sacramento Sunday, March 18 by two officers who mistook a cell or a “toolbar,” on the scene. show his hands. One officerphone he was holding for a gun. Protesters, led by activists with Black Lives Matter Sacramento, left city hall and On Wednesday, March 21 tells another to grab a “non- proceeded to move onto Northbound I-5, shutting down the busy highway just before the evening commute. the SPD released video foot- lethal” from a police vehicle (ANTONIO R. HARVEY/THE SACRAMENTO OBSERVER) age of the interaction from so they can “hit him a couple the body cameras worn by of times with that,” before both officers, as well as- au approaching him. When of- attempting to save Clark’s “I know the City him a loving son and father independent investigation dio from the initial 911 calls ficers did approach Clark’s life. While Owen said he’d Manager doesn’t have of two young boys, who and has asked the FBI and dispatch. Chief Daniel body, he was laying face hold off for the video to re- the power to convict, but didn’t deserve to die. The to get involved. “The Hahn, the city’s first Africandown on the ground. They veal the facts, he addressed he does have the power Rev. Al Sharpton says he’s NAACP is concerned American police chief, has handcuffed him and began some of the most salacious to fire,” Ms. Faison said.talked with Clark’s mother, with the tragic loss of life vowed to be transparent in CPR. He was pronounced rumors that have been cir- “You need to start firingSequette Clark, and that which continues to plague such incidents since he took dead on the scene by the Sac- cling in the community re- these officers when theyhe’ll visit Sacramento in our nation,” Ms. Williams the position last year. Sacra- ramento Fire Department. garding the shooting. kill us in the streets. It the coming weeks. Rev. said. The recent incident in mento City Council policy The use of non-lethal “If this man was shot needs to happen. I’m tired Sharpton has spoken out Sacramento that took the on Police Use of Force man- weapons, such as rifles inthat the back and shot 20 of this.”Also concerning against the police involved life of Stephon Clark and dates that the SPD release shoot bean bags at suspects, times, that’s excessive members of the public is deaths of Mike Brown similar ones throughout video and audio associated were part of reforms fought force without question,” how police interacted with in Ferguson, Missouri; the nation, occur all too with police-involved shoot- for by local activists after the Owen said. Clark’s family after the Philando Castile in Falcon frequently. “While we ings to the public within 30 Mann incident and the shoot- Chief Hahn, who was shooting. The home where Heights, Minnesota; and respect the role of (SPD) days. The policy was adopt- ing death of another Black at the meeting to read an the shooting occurred was Eric Garner on Statenin our community, these ed after a mentally ill Black man, Dazion Flenaugh; the official SPD statement, that of his grandparents, Island, New York. “It is an shootings have angered, man, Joseph Mann, was shot mandatory use of body cam- and answer questions, with whom he’d been atrocity that an unarmed frustrated and frightened and killed by SPD officers in eras was also part of the re- said those elements of staying. His grandmother, young man was shot at people in our community. Del Paso Heights in 2016. forms. the incident are currently Sequita Thompson, told twenty times in his own We are also frustrated with The three-day turn around in “You authorized non-le- under investigation. local media that the police backyard and shows the the justice system which the Clark shooting is much thal weapons. Why weren’t Family members are also questioned her for hours urgent need in these times fails to indict (officers quicker than has happened in non-lethal weapons used asking why the body about what she’d heard, for intervention against in) such killings.”The years past. in this instance?” Richard cameras were muted for a but was never told that her police misconduct. We shooting is being “SPD acknowledges the Owen, co-chair of the Law period of time. grandson had been shot. It will call for a complete investigated in conjunction seriousness of this incident Enforcement Accountabil- Black Lives wasn’t until she looked out and thorough investigation with the Sacramento and the impact it has on our ity Directive, asked of the Sacramento leader Tanya of a window that she saw into this young man’s County District Attorney’s community,” reads one of city council during a meet- Faison also spoke out at him on the ground, dead. death,” said Rev. Sharpton, Office, the Sacramento two statements on the shoot- ing where the Stephon Clark this week’s city council Local and national Black the founder of the National City Attorney’s Office and ing, released by the SPD last shooting incident was dis- meeting. leaders have vowed to Action Network, in a the City’s Office of Public week. cussed. “I’m sick of seeing demand justice for Clark statement. Sacramento Safety Accountability. “We are committed to Owen continued: “Did people die that look like and his family. Black NAACP President Betty Per department policy, providing timely informa- Mr. Clark really have to die? me,” Ms. Faison said. Lives Matter and Rev. Williams has vowed to the two officers involved tion, communicating openly, It doesn’t seem that way to She called for the firing Les Simmons of South “stand guard to (ensure) have been placed on paid and working directly with the community.” of the officers involved in Sacramento Christian there is a just outcome for administrative leave. our community, so that they Owen, a retired school the shooting, as others in Center spearheaded vigils all parties involved.” In a have a full understanding of principal, also questioned the audience voiced their and rallies, where those statement, Ms. Williams what occurred,” the state- why officers waited beforeagreement. who knew Clark called says she’s calling for an

skill set and her passion connect with our student Oubré {continued from Pg. A-1} to provide educational op- population and I’m con- portunity and access,” said fident she will contribute vative programs including a lege is so exciting. It’s be- James Irvine Foundation greatly to the culture of graduate curriculum review come apparent how unique Chair in Biological Sci- Whittier College.” and a new executive MBA this college is with its strong ences and Associate Pro- Oubré holds a B.A. in program. mission rooted in the liberal fessor of Biology Sylvia economics from the Uni- “As dean of one of the arts and sciences and com- Lopez-Vetrone ’99, who versity of California, Los largest and most diverse mitment to student success.” also served on the search Angeles, an MBA from business schools in the na- Prior to SFSU, Oubré committee. “I am excited Harvard Business School, tion, Linda successfully ex- was executive director of to welcome Linda as our and an Ed.D. in higher ed- panded the institution’s core corporate relations and busi- next president, and I am ucation management from academic mission by launch- ness development, and chief looking forward to the the University of Pennsyl- ing new revenue generating diversity officer for the Grad- new innovative measures vania. She will be joined and fundraising initiatives. uate School of Management that Linda and our faculty in Whittier by her husband Working closely with fac- at the University of Califor- will embark upon that will Nathaniel Oubré, a senior ulty, she led a strategic plan- nia, Davis. At UC Davis, she build on our mission of executive at Kaiser Per- ning effort and curriculum oversaw the school’s corpo- academic excellence.” manente. They have two review process that resulted rate relations and business The search for the adult sons, Nathaniel and in transformative outcomes development start-up effort College’s 15th president Alexander. for under-represented stu- and led the development and commenced in July 2017, “The selection of Ou- dents of color,” said Brown. implementation of an enroll- with the establishment of bré as the next president of Oubré will be the first ment growth, marketing, and a search committee com- Whittier was a remarkable person of color to lead Whit- visibility strategy for the Bay prised of students, faculty, choice,” said Herzberger. tier College. Area MBA program. staff, alumni, and trustees. “I am so pleased that she “I am honored to have With decades of corpo- With the help of the ex- will be leading this Col- been selected the next presi- rate experience, she previ- ecutive search firm Witt/ lege and I look forward dent of Whittier College,” ously served as president Kieffer and input from to her great accomplish- said Oubré. “I look forward and CEO of LSO Ventures, the campus community, ments. The Poet com- to truly getting to know the a new venture investment the committee launched a munity and I will warmly campus community and be- and consulting firm, and Linda Oubré COURTESY PHOTO nationwide search that at- welcome her to campus gin experiencing the differ- was one of the founders and tracted more than 100 can- and I am confident she has ent facets that make Whit- president of BriteSmile, a career, Oubré has received 100 Black Women, among didates. all the qualities the Col- tier a nationally recognized company that she took pub- accolades such as a “For- others. “I couldn’t be more lege needs to continue to institution of higher learn- lic on NASDAQ. She has ever influential woman “Linda’s track record happy to welcome Dr. Ou- grow. I’ve always said that ing. Throughout this pro- held leadership roles in vari- in business,” by the San of launching new initia- bré to Whittier,” said Cris- being president of Whittier cess, I’ve had the pleasure ous companies including Tri Francisco Business Times tives to improve outcomes tian Alcantara ’19, stu- is the best job in the world of meeting faculty, students, Com Ventures, Times Mirror and the Trailblazer Award for under-represented dent representative on the and I’m sure Linda will staff, and dedicated alumni; Company, and the Walt Dis- from the San Francisco students is rooted in her search committee. “I was soon discover that.” and their passion for the Col- ney Company. During her chapter of the Council of unique, entrepreneurial inspired by her ability to

CSUDH {continued from Pg.A-1} at Carbondale and is licensed to practice psychology in California. He has authored Southern California and earned his bachelor's six books and is the past president of the Na- degree in social ecology from UCI, where he tional Association of Black Psychologists. has been chancellor for student affairs since "There is no greater blessing in life, next 2011. During his more than 30-year career at to being a parent, than being entrusted with UCI, he has also been an adjunct faculty mem- the intellectual and personal growth and de- ber and held other leadership positions, includ- velopment of students, and I enthusiastical- ing director of the Career and Life Planning ly support the CSUDH mission to provide Center. a transformative education to a wonderfully Prior to joining UCI, he was on the faculty diverse and intellectually engaged student at the University of Pennsylvania. population," Parham said. "This is a time of Parham earned a doctorate in counseling growth and opportunity for the university psychology from Southern Illinois University and there are many exciting challenges that lay ahead at CSUDH." A-10 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL NEWS THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 Civil and Human Rights Organizations Discuss Guns, School Safety and its Impact on Students of Color As national conversations express a need for stronger school security, many are concerned about how this will impact children of color and children with disabilities. BY NIELE ANDERSON policy at the NAACP teachers, many are solutions are the strategies Todd A. Cox, director of excessive discipline that Contributing Writer Legal Defense and Educa- alarmed. “School police students called for during policy at the NAACP contributes to the school- tional Fund, Inc., Kristine and school safety are not national walkouts last Legal Defense and Educa- to-prison pipeline.” The NAACP Legal Lucius, Executive Vice synonymous,” said Judith week: more counselors, tional Fund, Inc. “Rather The group spoke out on Defense and Educational President for Policy, The Browne Dianis, executive mental health professionals than focusing on the root the urgent need for Con- Fund recently joined the Leadership Conference on director of Advancement and student supports.” causes of school shootings gress to provide real solu- Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, Project’s national office. The conversation and gun violence, this tions. Kristine Lucius, Civil and Human Rights, Judith Browne Dianis, “Arming teachers and touched on how militariz- administration is calling executive vice president of Advancement Project, and Executive Director, investing in more school ing schools would harm for more police presence in policy for The Leadership the National Disability Advancement Project and police is a recipe for dead- and further criminalize school and arming school Conference on Civil and Rights Network to discuss Curt Decker, Executive ly mistakes. Children of children, especially chil- personnel with guns, Human Rights stated, “we why current efforts in Con- Director, National Disabil- color will be hurt the most dren of color and children which only puts our Black need real solutions to the gress and by the Trump ity Rights Network by criminalization, and with disabilities, not make students at more risk. If epidemic of gun violence administration to increase (NDRN). undocumented youth may them safer. “Our Black Congress truly wants our in our society, like increas- “school security,” will not Guns have continually face deportation due the youth are at greater risk of schools and students to ing safety restrictions and address the nation’s gun plagued communities of deputization of police to harsher and unjust punish- thrive and be safe, the gov- limitations on gun pur- violence epidemic. Partici- color and with the presi- ICE in some states. This is ment because of racially ernment must end the chases. That is what is pants on the call included dent suggesting that a pos- not the answer to keeping discriminatory school dis- criminalization of our stu- going to keep all of us Todd A. Cox, director of sible solution is arming young people safe. The cipline practices,” said dents of color and address safe.” Trump’s Immigration Polices Continue to Terrorize Immigrants As the conversation of immigration tends to focus on undocumented Latinos, the African population is just as affected by Trump’s immigration policies and programs. BY NIELE ANDERSON educated individuals — Contributing Writer who are working to help themselves and pay federal On Tuesday, March 27, and state taxes — with Trump sent a MEMO to communities that benefit Homeland Security stating, from their presence. Harris “I find that conditions in has been in the United Liberia no longer warrant a States for 18 years, and further extension of DED, came with her daughters to but that the foreign policy join her husband who is a interests of the United mission pastor at a local States warrant affording an church.” orderly transition (“wind- Patrice Lawrence, down”)periodtoLiberian National Policy and Advo- DED beneficiaries. In con- cacy Director, sultation with my advisors, UndocuBlack Network, I have concluded that a 12 stated, “the Liberian popu- monthwinddownperiodis lation is unique as they are appropriate in order to pro- a multi-generational popu- vide Liberia’s government PHOTO CREDIT FRONTPAGEAFRICA lation many of whom with time to reintegrate its served their best years in returning citizens and to gram. The Trump adminis- Department and in the this March 31st deadline”. cific immigration status, the United States and others allow DED beneficiaries tration had until March 31, Voter Registration Office. The program was ini- individuals covered by have yet much more to look who are not eligible for to decide whether to extend For people like me, who tially implemented in 2007 DED are not subject to forward to. other forms of immigration the program or allow it to have been here since 1991, by President George W removal from the United Currently, 50 bipartisan relief to make necessary expire which would leave the programs and commu- Bush and was extended by States, usually for a desig- members of Congress from arrangements and to depart many Liberian immigrants nities we’ve invested in for President Obama 7 times. nated period of time.” both parties have sent a let- the United States.” status uncertain. nearly two decades will be The U.S. Citizenship and Nancy Harris, DED ter to Trump indicating On a recent call, con- On the call Rose negatively impacted with Immigration Services web- holder stated, “without their strong commitment to ducted by UndocuBlack Knuckles Bull, DED holder the termination of DED. site currently reads, DED we will have no way preserving the Deferred En- Network and America’s from New York, stated, “I She continued, “It would be “Deferred Enforced Depar- to work and take care of our forced Departure (DED) Voice Education Fund, have been a resident of unfair to force us to return ture (DED) is in the Presi- family; we won’t have immigration program, advocates expressed their Staten Island, New York for to Liberia without anything, dent’s discretion to author- access to personal loans and which has allowed for immediate concern regard- the past 18 years. I have and start all over again at ize as part of his power to our daughters won’t have many Liberians to lawfully ing DED-Deferred worked in Human this age. The President conduct foreign relations. access to federal student live and work in the United Enforced Departure pro- Resources for the Fire should extend DED beyond Although DED is not a spe- aid. DED recipients are States for decades. Civil Rights Groups Sue Homeland Security over Targeted Surveillance BY LAUREN VICTORIA BURKE to release the contents of the Color of Change first uncov- The advocates maintain NNPA Newswire agency’s redacted memo ered the existence of the that the existence of the referred to in government “Race Paper,” after a Free- “Race Paper,” and other On March 19, several documents as the “Race dom of Information Act documents confirm that the civil rights groups filed suit Paper.” (FOIA) request to the government has used target- against the Department of The Center for Constitu- Department of Homeland ed surveillance on many Homeland Security (DHS) tional Rights along with Security (DHS). Black activists and organiz- ers. The groups also said the document will confirm there was a violation by the gov- ernment regarding the basic activity of Black people engaging in First Amend- ment activity. DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY/WIKIMEDIA COMMONS “The FBI and Depart- Civil rights groups have sued the Department of Home- ment of Homeland Security land Security to force them to release the “Race Paper.” In are at war with Black this picture, Kirstjen Nielsen is sworn in at a hearing on activists,” said Rashad her nomination to become the sixth Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security by the Senate Home- Robinson, the executive land Security and Governmental Affairs committee in director of Color of Change, Washington, D.C., Nov. 08, 2017. in a March 19 press state- ment. “The documents narrative that criminalizes state surveillance of Black- we’ve forced the federal Black protestors,” their led political movements, it government to release release to the press asserted. bears repeating that FOIA is expose how these agencies “Black and Brown about transparency, not pro- are demonizing and intimi- activists and the public in tecting government agencies dating Black activists—peo- general should not be left to from embarrassment.” ple who are rightly demand- speculate as to why DHS pre- The Color of Change ing that our country be more pared a document called the and the Center for Constitu- just—through coordinated ‘Race Paper,’ circulated mul- tional Rights first filed the and systemic surveillance.” tiple versions of it, and called FOIA request to the agen- The redacted “Race for in-person meetings to dis- cies in October 2016 to Paper” is “the newest of a cuss its contents, but now uncover how DHS and the slew of documents the fights to keep every word FBI were monitoring the groups have obtained that from seeing the light of day,” Movement for Black Lives reveal how DHS and the said Omar Farah, the senior as well as Black protestors FBI have both monitored staff attorney at the Center for and organizers exercising and surveilled the Move- Constitutional Rights. “But their First Amendment con- ment for Black Lives and given the long-standing and stitutional rights at protests pushed a state-sanctioned unconstitutional pattern of across the country. THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 NEWS LOS ANGELES SENTINEL A-11 Jury Awards $33.5 Million to Family of Police Shooting Victim

STAFF AND WIRE REPORT left “unrefrigerated” for trying to avoid the deputy Galipo said. several days while in the in 2015 and started running The court found that the The family of a men- sheriff’s possession. The when Woods pursued him, deputy was negligent by tally ill man fatally shot family’s attorney Dale believing that Pickett was unlawfully detaining Pick- by San Bernardino County Galipo said the award trespassing on the Motel ett, denying him timely sheriffs in 2015, was shows that “unjustified property. The lawsuit medical care and using recently awarded over 33 shootings will not be tol- alleges that Pickett fell and deadly force, according to million dollars by a Cali- erated.” was trying to move away federal court records. fornia jury. The jury delib- “It’s the jury’s way of from Woods when the “We strongly disagree erated two hours before saying they will not tolerate deputy shot him in the with the outcome based on deciding that $15.5 mil- the continued police shoot- chest. the evidence in this case,” lion in compensatory dam- ings of unarmed men,” he “[The county] tried to sheriff’s Lt. Sarkis Ohan- ages and $18 million in said. sell a story to the jury about nessian said in a statement. punitive damages should Pickett, was reportedly how the incident happened “Our attorneys, the depart- go to Nathaniel Harris mentally ill and had just that the jury realized, ment and the county, will Pickett Jr.’s family, who moved into a hotel. News COURTESY PHOTO through the presentation of be discussing appealing the said the victim’s body was reports said he had been Nathaniel Harris Pickett, Jr. evidence, was not true,” jury’s award.” No charges in Alton Sterling’s fatal shooting

BY MICHAEL KUNZELMAN & officers near a car wash on ANTHONY IZAGUIRRE July 17, 2016. Long killed Associated Press three Baton Rouge law enforcement officers and Louisiana’s attorney wounded three others before general ruled out criminal being shot dead. charges Tuesday against two East Baton Rouge Dis- White Baton Rouge police trict Attorney Hillar Moore officers in the fatal shooting recused himself from any of a Black man outside a state criminal investigation convenience store. into Sterling’s death, citing Attorney General Jeff his professional relationship Landry’s decision came with Salamoni’s parents, nearly 11 months after the who have served as police Justice Department ruled out officers in Baton Rouge. FILE PHOTO FILE PHOTO federal criminal charges in Alton Sterling Moore’s recusal left An Alton Sterling memorial Alton Sterling’s July 2016 Landry’s office to review death. year-old Black man was sell- records show. evidence and decide whether and inadequate police proce- dozens of protesters who Landry made the ing homemade CDs. Officer Federal authorities con- any state charges were war- dures led to Sterling’s death. claim police violated their announcement at a news Howie Lake II helped wres- cluded there wasn’t enough ranted. The mass arrests of pro- civil rights. conference after meeting tle Sterling to the ground, but evidence to prove Salamoni In June 2017, lawyers testers after Sterling’s death Police prepared for with family members of Lake didn’t fire his gun. or Lake willfully deprived for Sterling’s five children spawned lawsuits that another round of protests Sterling. The shooting came amid Sterling of his civil rights, or filed a wrongful death law- accused police of using before the Justice Depart- Veda Washington- increased scrutiny of fatal that the officers’ use of force suit against the city of Baton excessive force and advanc- ment announced its decision Abusaleh, Sterling’s aunt, encounters between police was objectively unreason- Rouge, its police department ing against peaceful protest- last year, but the response was in tears after meeting and Black men. Two cell- able. and former police chief, and ers while wearing military was far more subdued. After with Landry. phone videos of the shooting The officers encountered the two officers involved. gear and gas masks and learning neither officer “They said they didn’t quickly spread on social Sterling after responding to a Their suit alleges the shoot- brandishing assault would be charged with fed- find anything,” she said. media, leading to protests report of a man with a gun ing fit a pattern of racist weapons. In October, a fed- eral crimes, dozens of people “They said it was justifiable, during which nearly 200 outside the Triple S Food behavior and excessive force eral judge approved a class- held a peaceful vigil outside what happened to Alton was people were arrested. The Mart. The officers told Ster- by the Baton Rouge police. action settlement that awards the convenience store where justifiable.” officers’ body cameras and a ling to put his hands on the It also claims poor training up to $1,000 in cash to Sterling was shot. Landry said his office store surveillance camera hood of a car and struggled reviewed all of the evidence also recorded the encounter, with him when he didn’t compiled by the Justice but those videos have not comply, the Justice Depart- Department, including opin- been released. ment said. Lake shocked ions issued by independent Federal authorities Sterling with a stun gun experts, and also conducted opened a civil rights investi- before the officers wrestled its own interviews of eyewit- gation immediately after the him to the ground, according nesses to the shooting. He shooting and released their to federal investigators. said he is “always mindful of findings in May 2017. They Attorneys for Sterling’s the human element” in the said Salamoni yelled that relatives have said federal case beyond his review of Sterling was reaching for a authorities told them that the facts and applicable gun in his pocket before Salamoni pointed a gun at laws. shooting him three times, Sterling’s head and threat- “I know the Sterling and then fired three more ened to kill him before the family is hurting,” Landry shots into Sterling’s back struggle began. In a summa- said. “I know that they may when he began to sit up and ry of its findings, the Justice not agree with the decision.” move. Department said Salamoni Landry did not take any The officers recovered a pointed his gun at Sterling’s questions from reporters loaded revolver from Ster- head but didn’t mention any after his statement. His ling’s pocket. As a convicted verbal threats by the officer. spokeswoman, Ruth Wisher, felon, Sterling could not Salamoni and Lake have would not say if they legally carry a gun. Sterling remained on paid adminis- planned to release the body had pleaded guilty in 2011 to trative leave since the July 5, camera footage and surveil- being a felon in possession 2016, shooting. lance video that hasn’t been of a firearm and illegally car- Racial tensions were still made public. rying a weapon and was simmering in Louisiana’s Officer Blane Salamoni arrested in May 2009 after capital when Gavin Long, a shot and killed Sterling dur- an officer confronted him 29-year-old Black military ing a struggle outside a con- outside another store where veteran from Kansas City, venience store where the 37- he was selling CDs, court Missouri, ambushed police Judge Allows Five More Accusers to Testify Against Bill Cosby BY STACY M. BROWN The judge noted in his NNPA Newswire Contributor decision that prosecutors could select five women The judge in the Bill from a period of 1982 to Cosby case reversed his 1996. own decision from a year Cosby is accused of ago, allowing five addition- drugging and sexually al accusers to testify in the assaulting Andrea Con- comedian’s upcoming stand, a former Temple criminal trial. University employee, at his Judge Steven O’Neill, home in 2004. who last year ruled against During testimony last a prosecution motion to POOL PHOTO year, Constand claimed that allow 13 accusers to testify Bill Cosby will face five of Cosby gave her three blue against Cosby, reversed his accusers during the sec- pills and put his hands down course this time and will ond criminal trial involving her pants. She also claimed allow five of the 19 sexual assault allegations that Cosby then placed her from former Temple Uni- requested by prosecutors. hand on his penis. versity employee Andrea Neither side would Constand. In last year’s Cosby has denied the comment on the decision trial, Judge Steven O’Neill allegations. on Thursday, March 15. ruled against a prosecution Jury selection is sched- The women have not motion to allow 13 accus- uled to begin Thursday, been identified, but at least ers to testify against Cosby March 29. one accuser prosecutors April 2. The trial, which is asked for has accusations expected to last more than a that date back to 1965, leave Cosby’s team scram- month, is set to begin on something that’s sure to bling. Monday, April 2. A-12 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL NEWS & CLASSIFIED THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 Celebration of Life Linda Brown, the central figure of the Brown v. Board of Education case, dies at age 76

ASSOCIATED PRESS place in history as a central Sherrilyn Ifill, president was not easy for her or her

figure in the landmark case. and director-counsel at family, but her sacrifice AP PHOTO, FILE As a girl in Kansas, Funeral officials in Tope- NAACP Legal Defense and broke barriers and changed This May 8, 1964 file photo shows Linda Brown Smith Linda Brown’s father tried to ka said Brown died Sunday Educational Fund Inc., said the meaning of equality in standing in front of the Sumner School in Topeka, Kan. enrollherinanall-White at age 75. A cause of death in a statement that Linda this country,” Ifill said in a The refusal of the public school to admit Brown in 1951, school in Topeka. He and was not released. Arrange- Brown is one of a band of statement. then nine-years-old, because she is Black, led to the several Black families were ments were pending at heroic young people who, The NAACP’s legal arm Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas. In 1954, turned away, sparking the Peaceful Rest Funeral along with her family, coura- brought the lawsuit to chal- the U.S. Supreme Court overruled the "separate but equal" clause and mandated that schools nationwide Brown v. Board of Education Chapel. geously fought to end the lenge segregation in public must be desegregated. From the time Americans roll out case that challenged segrega- Her sister, Cheryl Brown ultimate symbol of white schools before the Supreme of bed in the morning until they turn in, and even who tion in public schools. Henderson, founding presi- supremacy – racial segrega- Court, and Brown’s father, they might be spending the night with, the court's rulings A 1954 decision by the dent of The Brown Founda- tion in public schools. Oliver Brown, became lead are woven into daily life in ways large and small. U.S. Supreme Court fol- tion, confirmed the death to “She stands as an exam- plaintiff. lowed, striking down racial The Topeka Capital-Journal. ple of how ordinary school- Several Black families in children in White schools Delaware, South Carolina, segregation in schools and She declined comment from children took center stage in Topeka were turned down near their homes. The lawsuit {See LINDA BROWN on cementing Linda Brown's the family. transforming this country. It when they tried to enroll their was joined with cases from A-14} Historic Madam Walker Theatre Center in Indianapolis to get $15.3 Million Restoration

BY ERICK JOHNSON pledged to partner with the Chicago Crusader/ facility to provide transi- NNPA Member tional operational support and develop new program- It was once the head- ming “to ensure the Walk- quarters of one of Ameri- er’s sustainability and eco- ca’s first Black woman mil- nomic viability.” lionaires. Today, the Theater officials hope Madam Walker Theatre the three-way partnership Center, a cherished relic will guarantee a brighter from a bygone era of Indi- future for the venue, which anapolis Black culture, is has offered minimal pro- getting a major makeover. gramming in recent years. WIKIMEDIA COMMONS The 90-year-old down- WIKIMEDIA COMMONS/NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN HISTORY For 40 years, the Lilly The Madam C.J. Walker Manufacturing Company, located town landmark that housed Madam C.J. Walker, one of the first self-made woman Endowment has supported on Indiana Avenue in Indianapolis, Ind. Built in 1927, it millionaires in the U.S., operated 200 beauty schools her empire is still located at the theatre as a significant has been designated a National Historic Landmark. across the country. the corner of Indiana piece of history in the city. city include the Columbia she was just 10. Breedlove Avenue and Martin Luther ing and other modern Endowment Inc., a private “The theatre is one of Club and the Hilbert Circle became Madam C.J. Walk- King Jr. Street. It’s a amenities. In January, the foundation, announced that the city’s truly authentic Theatre. er after she married Charles charming venue stuck in landmark suffered severe it would award the center a places,” Judith Cebula, the The building was once Joseph Walker, her third time. The theatre’s décor is damage when water pipes grant for more than $15 endowment’s communica- the national headquarters husband; Walker was a Egyptian and West African. burst, flooding parts of the million, which will fund a tions director told the Jour- for the Madam C.J. Walker newspaper advertising Heads of sphinx flanked historic structure. complete renovation to nal. “It anchors a neighbor- Manufacturing Co. It was salesman she had known in both sides of the stage and “It’s been a huge chal- cement its future for gener- hood with a very rich histo- named after the trailblazing Missouri. The two first there are two carved chim- lenge, with the cold tem- ations. The project will ry.” Black businesswoman who formed the idea of the com- panzees that sit high above peratures,” Joyce Rogers, include exterior improve- The Madam Walker built a hair grooming prod- pany in Denver, and then it. Small elephant heads chairwoman of the the- ments, a new mechanical Theatre Center is a triangu- ucts empire in the early relocated to Pittsburgh adorn the theater’s ceiling ater’s board in a story in the system, and upgrades to the lar, four-story, 48,000- 1900s. Born Sarah before settling in Indi- and battle shields serve as Indianapolis Business Jour- theater’s sound system. square-foot building, that Breedlove in Delta, anapolis in April 1910. On light covers. nal. “You had water up to The project is expected to houses a ballroom and sev- Louisiana in 1867, she Indiana Avenue, she But despite its rich past, your ankles, and we had be complete in July 2019. eral offices. The building became an orphan when opened a hair salon in the the theater has struggled in staffhereuntil2to3 The announcement was designed by the Indi- her father died in 1875. She home of Dr. Joseph H. the present; the theater’s o’clock in the morning tak- coincided with an anapolis architectural firm moved to Vicksburg, Mis- Ward, the first Black doctor future remains uncertain, as ing water out in buckets.” announcement from Indi- of Rubush & Hunter, sissippi with a sister where {See WALKER THEATRE well. It lacks air-condition- But in January, the Lilly ana University, which whose contributions to the she worked as a maid when RESTORATION on A-14

PLACE YOUR AD ON LINE www.lasentinel.net (All Legal & Public Notices must be E-mailed or Walked into our office. 323 299-380

10 10 50 50 90 390 500 Rooms for Rent Rooms for Rent Apartments - Unfurnished Apartments - Unfurnished Houses - Unfurnished Personals Booths for Rent

ROOM 4 RENT FURNISHED PRIVATE ROOMS FOR RENT 1 BDRM., APT. UPSTAIRS UNIT 1 BDRM., NEWLY RENOVATED 2 BDRM., REAR HOUSE REV. IDA REYNOLDS IS BACK BOOTHS FOR RENT-ONLY Ulies & cable included. Clean $695/MO. 5863 Crenshaw Bl. Fresh paint FOR RENT Imperial/Raymond Advice counsel LICENSED quiet stable environment. Over Pico/Crenshaw area. Cable TV New blinds, carpet/le. NEW GRANITE, Call to see Hairstylists and 50 y/o preferred. Couples wel- coin lndry rm. Ulies incl. We're $1,000/mo. $1,000 HARDWD FLS, (323) 455-1764 and spiritual help Barbers. come. GOING FAST! $625 - $775. almost full Call to see why. Security deposit CERAMIC TILE ETC. JEFFERSON/ (213) 479-9330 I am the one God has spoken to 4855 W. Pico Blvd. Text easier to respond. (310) 338-0638 LA CIENEGA @ TRAIN STATION ______tell you that Jesus Christ is here 310.923.6973 or 323.338.9905 (323) 731-5566 (310) 645-1303 CALL RON LA. Free Parking. on ______(310) 696-6581 Rarely available Classic Calif Bun- (323) 936-7830 Earth, Jesus has told me to work ______galow1BDRM.,1BA.,DUPLEX (803) 234-1762 FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT ROOMS FOR RENT Formal liv & dining rooms. with you. I will tell you about All ulies paid. PRIVATE ROOM ENTRY. Ulies 2 BDRM., 1 BATH APT., LA 1 BDRM., UNIT COMPLETELY Kitchen with your Enemies. Large room. & cable included.Private parking 1562 W. 107th St. REMODELED IN MID- CITIES built-in's, service porch. Clean, GARAGE FOR RENT IN LEIMERT $750/mo. Rooms @$750, $850, & $900/mo. Call Bianca New kitchen, bath, safe quiet environment near Call me now before its too late PARK AREA 1832 West 22nd St. Master Bedroom @ $1300/mo. (323) 841-2839 Carpet & hardwood floors in a transportaon/ shopping. In God Bless $500/mo. Call Granville Manchester/Van Ness. ______clean, South West LA (661) 431-9236 Contact: (323) 202-5776 (323) 821-8961 Safe, quiet environment. Close to $1,550/mo. Ms. Davis ______GOOD LANDLORD NEED GOOD Shopping & transpo.$1,550/mo (310) 990-5524. ______TENANT 1 BDRM., GATED HOUSE (310) 990-5524 Priv (213) 422-8185 SINGLE AFFORDABLE FURNISHED Private garage, lndry room. Coun- ______320 DECLARATION OF NATIONALITY Shared Rooms for Rent in LA ROOM FOR RENT ty secon 8. Senior NEW HOMES, shared room Senior Women only. Use of cizen highly encouraged. No BACHELOR APARTMENT Professional Services For Wendell:Strozier- EL Filed & 640 $600/Mo. Private $950/Mo. All kitchen/ Pets, no smoker. $725/mo. Deposit Recorded at BPA Book 82,Page CommercialCommercial Space for for Rent Rent ulies paid, washer/dryer, bath. No drinking (310) 283-1630 $600. Good credit YOUR LEGAL SECRETARIAL SERV- 583 Book 83,Page 349 internet, SSA, SSI, Pilot Program No drugs/No smoking. Bus/ ______a must. No secon 8. Manches- ICES 4428 W. SLAUSON AVE STE Bainesville, GA 30504 Clerk of welcome. Call 310-766-0501 or Laundromat near ter/ #4 LA, CA, 90043 323-435-0113. Avail: April WESTCHESTER 1 BDRM., 1 BATH Vermont. Legal Document Assistant: Superior Court 2-Car Garage For Rent ______(323) 753-9006 APT FOR RENT Call more info: LDA-218 Office: Wendell Strozier-El Located in the 400 west block of ______1 parking space. (818) 585-4896 (323) 299-6426 310-254-7038 Regent St. in Inglewood near the LOW COST SHARED ROOMS FOR Laundry room. fax:323.299.6486 50 Police Staon and City Hall for RENT! $600-$650/mo. SOUTH Located in 3-unit apt., building. ______Ask for Carolyn Walker [email protected] 139 E Apartments - Unfurnished CENTRAL LA AREA $1500/mo. Let Us Help You Spring St 4 $275/mo NEW QUIET HOUSE (213) 453-8800 2 BDRM., 1 1/2 BATH CONDO Child Custody Call Dave @ 310-748-9097 Long Beach, CA 90806 Ulies Included. SSI & Pilot pro- VERY NICE 2 BDRM., 1 BATH APT ______STYLE UNIT WITH BACKYARD Child Support gram accepted. Carpet, drapes. Security bars. REMODELED UNIT Divorce Call Amir $1,400/mo. No Pets. Secon 8 Lg. 2BR, 1BA,Triplex, 2nd Flr., Stove,diswasher, micrwave. None Evicons 400 400 860 (323) 387-5889 welcome. Inglewood smoking tenants, No pets.Fair- Living Trust 860 Auto/TrucksAuto/Trucks (News & & Used) Used) ______Hdwd.flrs,A/C Wash/Dry hook- fax/ Wills ElectricalElectrical (310) 672-7374 up,Lg.pao w/view, garage,quiet Washington area. andMuchMore SPACIOUS ROOM FOR RENT ______area.$1700. $1,900/mo. ______1991 DODGE RAM 250 FOR SALE Washer/dryer 10512-Crenshaw Bl. 1 month security 137,891 Miles. ** ELECTRICIAN ON DUTY ** ANY microwave 3 BDRM., SECTION 8. NEW RENO- $1700. fee. Funeral Escort & Traffic Detail TROUBLESHOOTING ** AND ** stove, refrig. Nice quite room. VATED Mr.Edward 323-757-0948 (323) 934-4223 Motor Escort & Traffic Control $950.50 $650/mo. Good Locaon Westside. ______Service large & small funeral pro- Call Antoine ELECTRICAL REPAIR ** Call Candy @ cession. Church security and ** WE DO SOLAR** 90 between hours of 3 BDRM., No secon 8. North Inglewood Beauty 1030 N. other services provided. ASK US Houses - Unfurnished 1:30pm. to 5:30pm. (310) 638-3573 Market St. Spacious 2BD/1BA For more informaon SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNT ______2 BDRM., Secon 8 Freshly painted, updated kitchen, (310) 704-9677 (310) 292-7637 C-10 #571792 Good locaon refrigerator & LOVELY 3 BDRM., 1 1/2 BATH ______stove furnished. HOUSE ALONE ON LOT 24 HRS SER. 2 BDRM., No Secon 8. Dishwasher, 1 car Side driveway and ATT: CHERYL CARLISLE (CANNON) (323) 779-6663 Excellent locaon. enclosed garage. garage. Large fenced-in yard. DAUGHTER OF ANNIE LAUREL (213) 595-2912 (213) 627-1526 $1500/mo. On Orchard near Vernon. CANNON (800) 994-7584 ______Call Fred (310) 476-8311 PLEASE CALL (310) 649-1990 ______UNCLE BILL LUIS F FERNANDEZ (323) 333-2680 leave message A-6A-13 LOSLASENTINEL.NET ANGELES SENTINEL CLASSIFIEDNEWS THURSDAY,JANUARY THURSDAY, MARCH 29,9, 2014 2018

Public Notices Public Notices Public Notices Public Notices Public Notices Public Notices Public Notices

PERSONS: least once each week for four in the office of the County punishable by a fine not to names listed above on N/A Angeles, CA 90008, County Petitioner filed a petition successive weeks prior to Clerk, except, as provided exceed one thousand dollars I declare that all information of LA with this court for a decree the date set for hearing on in Subdivision (b) of Section ($1,000)). in this statement is true and Registered owner(s): changing names as follows: the petition in the following 17920, where it expires S/ Melissa Lorraine Hewlett, correct. (A registrant who Bridget McQueen, 2900 W ROBERT AMERSON SMITH newspaper of general 40 days after any change Owner declares as true any material Martin Luther King Blvd. #1, to Robert Amerson Smith circulation, printed in this in the facts set forth in the This statement was filed matter pursuant to Section Los Angeles, CA 90008 COUNTY OF The Court orders that all county: LA Sentinel statement pursuant to Section with the County Clerk of Los 17913 of the Business and This business is conducted LOS ANGELES persons interested in this Date: Feb 13, 2018 17913 other than a change Angeles on March 19, 2018 Professions code that the by: an individual HEALTH AGENCY matter appear before this Ross M. Klein in the residence address of NOTICE-In accordance with registrant knows to be false The registrant commenced to DIRECTOR court at the hearing indicated Judge of the Superior Court a registered owner. A new Subdivision (a) of Section is guilty of a misdemeanor transact business under the below to show cause, if any, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29/18 Fictitious Business Name 17920, a Fictitious Name punishable by a fine not to fictitious business name or The County of Los Angeles why the petition for change of CNS-3105854# Statement must be filed Statement generally expires exceed one thousand dollars names listed above on N/A seeks a Health Agency name should not be granted. LOS ANGELES SENTINEL before the expiration. Effective at the end of five years from ($1,000)). I declare that all information Director working to improve Any person objecting to the January 1, 2014, the Fictitious the date on which it was filed S/ Traci Lavetta Franklin, in this statement is true and health outcomes and reduce inequities by delivering name changes described Business Name Statement in the office of the County Seretary correct. (A registrant who coordinated and integrated above must file a written must be accompanied by the Clerk, except, as provided I’Cartey Inc. declares as true any material patient/resident services in its objection that includes the FICTITIOUS Affidavit of Identity form. in Subdivision (b) of Section This statement was filed matter pursuant to Section Department of Health Services, reasons for the objection at The filing of this statement 17920, where it expires with the County Clerk of Los 17913 of the Business and Department of Mental Health, least two court days before BUSINESS does not of itself authorize 40 days after any change Angeles on March 9, 2018 Professions code that the and Department of Public the matter is scheduled to NAMES the use in this state of a in the facts set forth in the NOTICE-In accordance with registrant knows to be false Health. The Health Agency be heard and must appear Fictitious Business Name statement pursuant to Section Subdivision (a) of Section is guilty of a misdemeanor Director is a senior executive at the hearing to show cause in violation of the rights of 17913 other than a change 17920, a Fictitious Name punishable by a fine not to leading a large and complex why the petition should not be another under Federal, State, in the residence address of Statement generally expires exceed one thousand dollars health services organization granted. If no written objection or common law (See Section a registered owner. A new at the end of five years from ($1,000)). operating in an urban setting, is timely filed, the court may FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 14411 et seq., Business and Fictitious Business Name the date on which it was filed S/ Bridget McQueen, Owner and brings the vision to provide grant the petition without a NAME STATEMENT Professions Code). Statement must be filed in the office of the County This statement was filed seamless, coordinated care for hearing. File No. 2018051216 Original before the expiration. Effective Clerk, except, as provided with the County Clerk of Los nearly 750,000 unique patients Notice of Hearing: The following person(s) is 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in Subdivision (b) of Section Angeles on March 8, 2018 and clients in the County of Date: 4-24-18, Time: 8:30 am, (are) doing business as: CNS-3115199# Business Name Statement 17920, where it expires NOTICE-In accordance with Los Angeles. The Health Continue In Faith, 3933 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Agency work force of 35,000 Dept.: S26, Room: 5500 must be accompanied by the 40 days after any change Subdivision (a) of Section The address of the court is Nicolet Ave., Apt 9, Los Affidavit of Identity form. in the facts set forth in the 17920, a Fictitious Name employees is supported Angeles, CA 90008, County FICTITIOUS BUSINESS by a total annual budget of 275 Magnolia, Long Beach, The filing of this statement statement pursuant to Section Statement generally expires CA 90802 of LA NAME STATEMENT does not of itself authorize 17913 other than a change at the end of five years from over $8 billion. For detailed File No. 2018056491 information, please go to http:// A copy of this Order to Show Registered owner(s): the use in this state of a in the residence address of the date on which it was filed bit.ly/2DvaLST  &RQ¿GHQWLDO Cause shall be published at Shalonda Reddie, 3933 The following person(s) is Fictitious Business Name a registered owner. A new in the office of the County inquiries are welcomed: Call least once each week for four Nicolet Ave., Apt 9, Los (are) doing business as: in violation of the rights of Fictitious Business Name Clerk, except, as provided Arsen Beremesh at (213) 974- successive weeks prior to Angeles, CA 90008; CA 1. ESR Bike & Skate Shop, another under Federal, State, Statement must be filed in Subdivision (b) of Section 1328 or email at aberemesh@ the date set for hearing on This business is conducted 2. East Side Riders Bike or common law (See Section before the expiration. Effective 17920, where it expires hr.lacounty.gov. the petition in the following by: an Individual Club, 3. East Side Riders, 4. 14411 et seq., Business and January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 40 days after any change CN947596 18620364-1 newspaper of general The registrant commenced to ESRBC, 218 W. 121st Place, Professions Code). Business Name Statement in the facts set forth in the Mar 29, 2018 circulation, printed in this transact business under the Los Angeles, CA 90061, Original must be accompanied by the statement pursuant to Section county: Los Angeles Sentinel fictitious business name or County of LA 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 Affidavit of Identity form. 17913 other than a change Date: March 12, 2018 names listed above on N/A Registered owner(s): CNS-3113574# The filing of this statement in the residence address of Michael P. Vicencia I declare that all information John Jones III, 218 W. 121st LOS ANGELES SENTINEL does not of itself authorize a registered owner. A new CIVIL Judge of the Superior Court in this statement is true and Place, Los Angeles, CA 90061 the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12/18 correct. (A registrant who This business is conducted FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed CNS-3110452# declares as true any material by: An Individual NAME STATEMENT in violation of the rights of before the expiration. Effective LOS ANGELES SENTINEL matter pursuant to Section The registrant commenced to File No. 2018058093 another under Federal, State, January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 17913 of the Business and transact business under the The following person(s) is SUMMONS (Family Law) or common law (See Section Business Name Statement ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE Professions code that the fictitious business name or (are) doing business as: 14411 et seq., Business and must be accompanied by the CITACIÓN (Derecho FOR CHANGE OF NAME registrant knows to be false names listed above on N/A Torrance Brew Yard, familiar) Professions Code). Affidavit of Identity form. Case No. VS030826 is guilty of a misdemeanor I declare that all information 19606 S. Normandie Ave., Original The filing of this statement CASE NUMBER (NÚMERO Superior Court of California, punishable by a fine not to in this statement is true and Torrance, CA 90502, County DE CASO): 17NWFL01437 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12/18 does not of itself authorize County of Los Angeles exceed one thousand dollars correct. (A registrant who of LA CNS-3112819# the use in this state of a NOTICE TO RESPONDENT Petition of: Darshan Singh for ($1,000)). declares as true any material Registered owner(s): LOS ANGELES SENTINEL (Name): AVISO AL Fictitious Business Name Change of Name S/ Shalonda Reddie, Owner matter pursuant to Section Douglas Haas, 21517 Halldale in violation of the rights of DEMANDADO (Nombre): TO ALL INTERESTED This statement was filed 17913 of the Business and Ave., Torrance, CA 90501 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Qin Tang another under Federal, State, PERSONS: with the County Clerk of Los Professions code that the This business is conducted NAME STATEMENT or common law (See Section You have been sued. Read Petitioner Darshan Singh filed Angeles on March 1, 2018 registrant knows to be false by: an individual File No. 2018066054 the information below and on 14411 et seq., Business and a petition with this court for a NOTICE-In accordance with is guilty of a misdemeanor The registrant commenced to The following person(s) is Professions Code). the next page. decree changing names as Subdivision (a) of Section punishable by a fine not to transact business under the (are) doing business as: Lo han demandado. Lea la Original follows: 17920, a Fictitious Name exceed one thousand dollars fictitious business name or The Goldmine, 9541 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12/18 información a continuación y Darshan Singh to Darshan Statement generally expires ($1,000)). names listed above on N/A Crenshaw Blvd Apt 2, CNS-3112757# en la página siguiente. Singh Padda at the end of five years from S/ John Jones III, Owner I declare that all information Inglewood CA 90305, LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Petitioner’s name is: The Court orders that all the date on which it was filed This statement was filed in this statement is true and County of LA Nombre del demandante: persons interested in this in the office of the County with the County Clerk of Los correct. (A registrant who Registered owner(s): Hower Wang matter appear before this Clerk, except, as provided Angeles on March 7, 2018 declares as true any material Kiera Myricks, 9541 Crenshaw FICTITIOUS BUSINESS You have 30 calendar days court at the hearing indicated in Subdivision (b) of Section NOTICE-In accordance with matter pursuant to Section Blvd, Inglewood CA 90305 NAME STATEMENT after this Summons and below to show cause, if any, 17920, where it expires Subdivision (a) of Section 17913 of the Business and This business is conducted File No. 2018-038230 Petition are served on you to why the petition for change of 40 days after any change 17920, a Fictitious Name Professions code that the by: an Individual The following person(s) is file a Response (form FL-120) name should not be granted. in the facts set forth in the Statement generally expires registrant knows to be false The registrant commenced (are) doing business as: at the court and have a copy Any person objecting to the statement pursuant to Section at the end of five years from is guilty of a misdemeanor to transact business under 9 Nation Republic, 1232 W served on the petitioner. A name changes described 17913 other than a change the date on which it was filed punishable by a fine not to the fictitious business name 52nd St, Los Angeles, CA letter, phone call, or court above must file a written in the residence address of in the office of the County exceed one thousand dollars or names listed above on 90037, County of LA appearance will not protect objection that includes the a registered owner. A new Clerk, except, as provided ($1,000)). 03/2018 Registered owner(s): you. reasons for the objection at Fictitious Business Name in Subdivision (b) of Section S/ Douglas Haas, Owner I declare that all information Michael Jones, 1232 W 52nd If you do not file your least two court days before Statement must be filed 17920, where it expires This statement was filed in this statement is true and St, Los Angeles, CA 90037 Response on time, the court the matter is scheduled to before the expiration. Effective 40 days after any change with the County Clerk of Los correct. (A registrant who This business is conducted may make orders affecting be heard and must appear January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in the facts set forth in the Angeles on March 8, 2018 declares as true any material by: An Individual your marriage or domestic at the hearing to show cause Business Name Statement statement pursuant to Section NOTICE-In accordance with matter pursuant to Section The registrant commenced to partnership, your property, why the petition should not be must be accompanied by the 17913 other than a change Subdivision (a) of Section 17913 of the Business and transact business under the and custody of your children. granted. If no written objection Affidavit of Identity form. in the residence address of 17920, a Fictitious Name Professions code that the fictitious business name or You may be ordered to pay is timely filed, the court may The filing of this statement a registered owner. A new Statement generally expires registrant knows to be false names listed above on 12/17 support and attorney fees and grant the petition without a does not of itself authorize Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from is guilty of a misdemeanor I declare that all information costs. hearing. the use in this state of a Statement must be filed the date on which it was filed punishable by a fine not to in this statement is true and For legal advice, contact a Notice of Hearing: Fictitious Business Name before the expiration. Effective in the office of the County exceed one thousand dollars correct. (A registrant who lawyer immediately. Get Date: May 9, 2018, Time: 1:30 in violation of the rights of January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Clerk, except, as provided ($1,000)). declares as true any material help finding a lawyer at the PM, Dept.: C, Room: 312 another under Federal, State, Business Name Statement in Subdivision (b) of Section S/ Kiera Myricks, Owner matter pursuant to Section California Courts Online Self- The address of the court or common law (See Section must be accompanied by the 17920, where it expires This statement was filed 17913 of the Business and Help Center (www.courts. is 12720 Norwalk Blvd., 14411 et seq., Business and Affidavit of Identity form. 40 days after any change with the County Clerk of Los Professions code that the ca.gov/selfhelp), at the Norwalk, CA 90650 Professions Code). The filing of this statement in the facts set forth in the Angeles on March 16, 2018 registrant knows to be false California Legal Services A copy of this Order to Show Original does not of itself authorize statement pursuant to Section NOTICE-In accordance with is guilty of a misdemeanor website (www.lawhelpca.org), Cause shall be published at 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 the use in this state of a 17913 other than a change Subdivision (a) of Section punishable by a fine not to or by contacting your local least once each week for four CNS-3115218# Fictitious Business Name in the residence address of 17920, a Fictitious Name exceed one thousand dollars county bar association. successive weeks prior to LOS ANGELES SENTINEL in violation of the rights of a registered owner. A new Statement generally expires ($1,000)). Tiene 30 días de calendario the date set for hearing on another under Federal, State, Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from S/ Michael Jones, Owner después de haber recibido la the petition in the following FICTITIOUS BUSINESS or common law (See Section Statement must be filed the date on which it was filed This statement was filed entrega legal de esta Citación newspaper of general NAME STATEMENT 14411 et seq., Business and before the expiration. Effective in the office of the County with the County Clerk of Los y Petición para presentar circulation, printed in this File No. 2018055631 Professions Code). January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Clerk, except, as provided Angeles on February 14, 2018 una Respuesta (formulario county: Los Angeles Sentinel The following person(s) is Original Business Name Statement in Subdivision (b) of Section NOTICE-In accordance with FL-120) ante la corte y Date: March 9, 2018 (are) doing business as: 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 must be accompanied by the 17920, where it expires Subdivision (a) of Section efectuar la entrega legal de Margaret M. Bernal EM Enterprise Delivery, CNS-3114318# Affidavit of Identity form. 40 days after any change 17920, a Fictitious Name una copia al demandante. Judge of the Superior Court 925 Enterprise Ave, Apt. LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The filing of this statement in the facts set forth in the Statement generally expires Una carta o llamada telefónica 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12/18 12, Inglewood, CA 90302, does not of itself authorize statement pursuant to Section at the end of five years from o una audiencia de la corte no CNS-3109920# County of LA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the use in this state of a 17913 other than a change the date on which it was filed basta para protegerlo. LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Registered owner(s): NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name in the residence address of in the office of the County Si no presenta su Respuesta Vincent Mack, 925 Enterprise File No. 2018053541 in violation of the rights of a registered owner. A new Clerk, except, as provided a tiempo, la corte puede ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE Ave, Apt 12, Inglewood, CA The following person(s) is another under Federal, State, Fictitious Business Name in Subdivision (b) of Section dar órdenes que afecten su FOR CHANGE OF NAME 90302 (are) doing business as: or common law (See Section Statement must be filed 17920, where it expires matrimonio o pareja de hecho, Case No. LS030023 This business is conducted 1. Vain And Insane, 2. Vain 14411 et seq., Business and before the expiration. Effective 40 days after any change sus bienes y la custodia de Superior Court of California, by: an Individual & Insane, 1707 E. 64th St., Professions Code). January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in the facts set forth in the sus hijos. La corte también County of Los Angeles The registrant commenced to Long Beach, CA 90805, Original Business Name Statement statement pursuant to Section le puede ordenar que pague Petition of: Roger Grand for transact business under the County of LA 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 must be accompanied by the 17913 other than a change manutención, y honorarios y Change of Name fictitious business name or Registered owner(s): CNS-3113502# Affidavit of Identity form. in the residence address of costos legales. TO ALL INTERESTED names listed above on n/a Jade A. Aiono, 1707 E 64th LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The filing of this statement a registered owner. A new Para asesoramiento legal, PERSONS: I declare that all information St., Long Beach, CA 90805 does not of itself authorize Fictitious Business Name póngase en contacto de Petitioner Roger Grand filed in this statement is true and Ahleta L. Johnson, 1806 W. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the use in this state of a Statement must be filed inmediato con un abogado. a petition with this court for correct. (A registrant who 50th St., Los Angeles, CA NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name before the expiration. Effective Puede obtener información a decree changing names as declares as true any material 90062 File No. 2018062476 in violation of the rights of January 1, 2014, the Fictitious para encontrar un abogado follows: matter pursuant to Section This business is conducted The following person(s) is another under Federal, State, Business Name Statement en el Centro de Ayuda de Roger Grand to Rojeh 17913 of the Business and by: a General Partnership (are) doing business as: or common law (See Section must be accompanied by the las Cortes de California Ghookassian Professions code that the The registrant commenced Strategic Planning 2, 10112 14411 et seq., Business and Affidavit of Identity form. (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en The Court orders that all registrant knows to be false to transact business under Felton Ave., #17, Inglewood, Professions Code). The filing of this statement el sitio web de los Servicios persons interested in this is guilty of a misdemeanor the fictitious business name CA 90304, County of LA; Original does not of itself authorize Legales de California (www. matter appear before this punishable by a fine not to or names listed above on Mailing Address: 815 N. La 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12/18 the use in this state of a lawhelpca.org) o poniéndose court at the hearing indicated exceed one thousand dollars 01/2018 Brea Ave., #75, Inglewood, CNS-3112768# Fictitious Business Name en contacto con el colegio de below to show cause, if any, ($1,000)). I declare that all information CA 90302 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL in violation of the rights of abogados de su condado. why the petition for change of S/ Vincent Mack, Owner in this statement is true and Registered owner(s): another under Federal, State, NOTICE—RESTRAINING name should not be granted. This statement was filed correct. (A registrant who Louis Francis, 10112 Felton FICTITIOUS BUSINESS or common law (See Section ORDERS ARE ON PAGE Any person objecting to the with the County Clerk of Los declares as true any material Ave., #17, Inglewood, CA NAME STATEMENT 14411 et seq., Business and 2: These restraining orders name changes described Angeles on March 6, 2018 matter pursuant to Section 90302 File No. 2018 044245 Professions Code). are effective against both above must file a written NOTICE-In accordance with 17913 of the Business and This business is conducted The following person(s) is Original spouses or domestic partners objection that includes the Subdivision (a) of Section Professions code that the by: an Individual (are) doing business as: 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5/18 until the petition is dismissed, reasons for the objection at 17920, a Fictitious Name registrant knows to be false The registrant commenced to V2M, 3680 Keystone Ave CNS-3110197# a judgment is entered, least two court days before Statement generally expires is guilty of a misdemeanor transact business under the 9, Los Angeles, CA 90034, LOS ANGELES SENTINEL or the court makes further the matter is scheduled to at the end of five years from punishable by a fine not to fictitious business name or County of LA orders. They are enforceable be heard and must appear the date on which it was filed exceed one thousand dollars names listed above on n/a Articles of Incorporation or FICTITIOUS BUSINESS anywhere in California by any at the hearing to show cause in the office of the County ($1,000)). I declare that all information Organization Number: AI NAME STATEMENT law enforcement officer who why the petition should not be Clerk, except, as provided S/ Jade A. Aiono, Partner in this statement is true and #ON: 201803110166 File No. 2018 059805 has received or seen a copy granted. If no written objection in Subdivision (b) of Section This statement was filed correct. (A registrant who Registered owner(s): The following person(s) is of them. is timely filed, the court may 17920, where it expires with the County Clerk of Los declares as true any material V2 Management LLC, 3680 (are) doing business as: AVISO—LAS ÓRDENES grant the petition without a 40 days after any change Angeles on March 2, 2018 matter pursuant to Section Keystone Ave 9, Los Angeles, Fabulous On Florence, DE RESTRICCIÓN SE hearing. in the facts set forth in the NOTICE-In accordance with 17913 of the Business and CA 90034; CA 2155 W Florence Ave., Los ENCUENTRAN EN LA Notice of Hearing: statement pursuant to Section Subdivision (a) of Section Professions code that the This business is conducted Angeles, CA 90047, County PÁGINA 2: Las órdenes de Date: April 17, 2018, Time: 17913 other than a change 17920, a Fictitious Name registrant knows to be false by: A Limited Liability of LA; Mailing Address: P.O. restricción están en vigencia 8:30 a.m., Dept.: NWB, in the residence address of Statement generally expires is guilty of a misdemeanor Company Box 91483, Los Angeles, CA en cuanto a ambos cónyuges Room: 600 a registered owner. A new at the end of five years from punishable by a fine not to The registrant commenced to 90008 o miembros de la pareja de The address of the court is Fictitious Business Name the date on which it was filed exceed one thousand dollars transact business under the Registered owner(s): hecho hasta que se despida 6230 Sylmar Ave., Van Nuys, Statement must be filed in the office of the County ($1,000)). fictitious business name or Agahnee Ekollo, 6428 S la petición, se emita un fallo CA 91401 before the expiration. Effective Clerk, except, as provided S/ Louis Francis, Owner names listed above on N/A Budlong Ave., Los Angeles, o la corte dé otras órdenes. A copy of this Order to Show January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in Subdivision (b) of Section This statement was filed I declare that all information CA 90044 Cualquier agencia del orden Cause shall be published at Business Name Statement 17920, where it expires with the County Clerk of Los in this statement is true and This business is conducted público que haya recibido least once each week for four must be accompanied by the 40 days after any change Angeles on March 13, 2018 correct. (A registrant who by: an individual o visto una copia de estas successive weeks prior to Affidavit of Identity form. in the facts set forth in the NOTICE-In accordance with declares as true any material The registrant commenced órdenes puede hacerlas the date set for hearing on The filing of this statement statement pursuant to Section Subdivision (a) of Section matter pursuant to Section to transact business under acatar en cualquier lugar de the petition in the following does not of itself authorize 17913 other than a change 17920, a Fictitious Name 17913 of the Business and the fictitious business name California. newspaper of general the use in this state of a in the residence address of Statement generally expires Professions code that the or names listed above on FEE WAIVER: If you cannot circulation, printed in this Fictitious Business Name a registered owner. A new at the end of five years from registrant knows to be false 02/2017 pay the filing fee, ask the clerk county: LA Sentinel in violation of the rights of Fictitious Business Name the date on which it was filed is guilty of a misdemeanor I declare that all information for a fee waiver form. The Date: Feb. 27, 2018 another under Federal, State, Statement must be filed in the office of the County punishable by a fine not to in this statement is true and court may order you to pay ELAINE MANDEL or common law (See Section before the expiration. Effective Clerk, except, as provided exceed one thousand dollars correct. (A registrant who back all or part of the fees and Judge of the Superior Court 14411 et seq., Business and January 1, 2014, the Fictitious in Subdivision (b) of Section ($1,000)). declares as true any material costs that the court waived for 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29/18 Professions Code). Business Name Statement 17920, where it expires S/ Brandon W. Ross, CEO matter pursuant to Section you or the other party. CNS-3106598# Original must be accompanied by the 40 days after any change V2 Management LLC 17913 of the Business and LOS ANGELES SENTINEL EXENCIÓN DE CUOTAS: 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 Affidavit of Identity form. in the facts set forth in the This statement was filed Professions code that the Si no puede pagar la cuota CNS-3115200# The filing of this statement statement pursuant to Section with the County Clerk of Los registrant knows to be false de presentación, pida al LOS ANGELES SENTINEL does not of itself authorize 17913 other than a change Angeles on February 22, 2018 is guilty of a misdemeanor secretario un formulario de ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE the use in this state of a in the residence address of NOTICE-In accordance with punishable by a fine not to exención de cuotas. La corte FOR CHANGE OF NAME Fictitious Business Name a registered owner. A new Subdivision (a) of Section exceed one thousand dollars Case No. NS034195 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in violation of the rights of Fictitious Business Name 17920, a Fictitious Name ($1,000)). puede ordenar que usted Superior Court of California, pague, ya sea en parte o por NAME STATEMENT another under Federal, State, Statement must be filed Statement generally expires S/ Agahnee Ekollo, Owner County of Los Angeles File No. 2018067709 or common law (See Section before the expiration. Effective at the end of five years from This statement was filed completo, las cuotas y costos Petition of: Breana LaNaé de la corte previamente The following person(s) is 14411 et seq., Business and January 1, 2014, the Fictitious the date on which it was filed with the County Clerk of Los Toby for Change of Name (are) doing business as: Professions Code). Business Name Statement in the office of the County Angeles on March 9, 2018 exentos a petición de usted o TO ALL INTERESTED de la otra parte. Kenny Buds Towing, Original must be accompanied by the Clerk, except, as provided NOTICE-In accordance with PERSONS: 12126 Bremerton Way, Los 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 Affidavit of Identity form. in Subdivision (b) of Section Subdivision (a) of Section 1. The name and address Petitioner Breana LaNaé Toby of the court are (El nombre Angeles, CA 90061, County CNS-3113575# The filing of this statement 17920, where it expires 17920, a Fictitious Name filed a petition with this court LOS ANGELES SENTINEL y dirección de la corte son): of LA does not of itself authorize 40 days after any change Statement generally expires for a decree changing names Registered owner(s): the use in this state of a in the facts set forth in the at the end of five years from Superior Court of California, as follows: County of Los Angeles, 12720 Kenneth Handsome, 12126 Fictitious Business Name statement pursuant to Section the date on which it was filed Breana LaNaé Toby to Breana Bremerton Way, Los Angeles, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in violation of the rights of 17913 other than a change in the office of the County Norwalk Blvd., Norwalk, CA LaNaé Parris 90650 CA 90061 NAME STATEMENT another under Federal, State, in the residence address of Clerk, except, as provided The Court orders that all This business is conducted File No. 2018067543 or common law (See Section a registered owner. A new in Subdivision (b) of Section 2. The name, address, and persons interested in this The following person(s) is telephone number of the by: an individual 14411 et seq., Business and Fictitious Business Name 17920, where it expires matter appear before this The registrant commenced to (are) doing business as: Professions Code). Statement must be filed 40 days after any change petitioner’s attorney, or the court at the hearing indicated petitioner without an attorney, transact business under the Into The Future Graphic Original before the expiration. Effective in the facts set forth in the below to show cause, if any, fictitious business name or Design, 12226 South 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19/18 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious statement pursuant to Section are: (El nombre, dirección why the petition for change of y número de teléfono del names listed above on N/A Berendo Avenue, Los CNS-3113477# Business Name Statement 17913 other than a change name should not be granted. I declare that all information Angeles, CA 90044, County LOS ANGELES SENTINEL must be accompanied by the in the residence address of abogado del demandante, o Any person objecting to the of LA del demandante si no tiene in this statement is true and Affidavit of Identity form. a registered owner. A new name changes described correct. (A registrant who Registered owner(s): The filing of this statement Fictitious Business Name abogado, son): Hower Wang, above must file a written Melissa Lorraine Hewlett, 9436 Cedar St. #4, Bellflower, declares as true any material FICTITIOUS BUSINESS does not of itself authorize Statement must be filed objection that includes the matter pursuant to Section 12226 South Berendo NAME STATEMENT the use in this state of a before the expiration. Effective CA 90706; 626-233-2683 reasons for the objection at Avenue, Los Angeles, CA File No. 2018059885 Date (Fecha): Dec. 15, 2017 17913 of the Business and Fictitious Business Name January 1, 2014, the Fictitious least two court days before Professions code that the 90044 The following person(s) is in violation of the rights of Business Name Statement Sherri R. Carter, Clerk, by the matter is scheduled to This business is conducted (are) doing business as: (Secretario, por) M. Vargas, registrant knows to be false another under Federal, State, must be accompanied by the be heard and must appear is guilty of a misdemeanor by: an individual KC Tech Services, 5440 or common law (See Section Affidavit of Identity form. Deputy (Asistente) at the hearing to show cause The registrant commenced [SEAL] punishable by a fine not to Crenshaw Blvd., Suite 14411 et seq., Business and The filing of this statement 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12/18 why the petition should not be exceed one thousand dollars to transact business under #G47, Los Angeles CA Professions Code). does not of itself authorize CNS-3111987# granted. If no written objection ($1,000)). the fictitious business name 90047, County of LA Original the use in this state of a LOS ANGELES SENTINEL is timely filed, the court may S/ Kenneth Handsome, or names listed above on Articles of Incorporation or 3/22, 3/29, 4/5, 4/12/18 Fictitious Business Name grant the petition without a Owner 03/2018 Organization Number: AI CNS-3112765# in violation of the rights of ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE hearing. This statement was filed I declare that all information #ON: 4014492 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL another under Federal, State, FOR CHANGE OF NAME Notice of Hearing: with the County Clerk of Los in this statement is true and Registered owner(s): or common law (See Section Case No. NS034234 Date: 4/6/2018, Time: 8:30 Angeles on March 19, 2018 correct. (A registrant who I’Cartey Inc., 401 Ryland FICTITIOUS BUSINESS 14411 et seq., Business and Superior Court of California, a.m., Dept.: 27 NOTICE-In accordance with declares as true any material Street, Reno CA 89102; NV NAME STATEMENT Professions Code). County of Los Angeles The address of the court is Subdivision (a) of Section matter pursuant to Section This business is conducted File No. 2018 057601 Original Petition of: ROBERT 275 Magnolia Ave., Long 17920, a Fictitious Name 17913 of the Business and by: a Corporation The following person(s) is 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5/18 AMERSON SMITH for Beach, CA 90802 Statement generally expires Professions code that the The registrant commenced to (are) doing business as: CNS-3110189# Change of Name A copy of this Order to Show at the end of five years from registrant knows to be false transact business under the Deep Rooted, 2900 W Martin LOS ANGELES SENTINEL TO ALL INTERESTED Cause shall be published at the date on which it was filed is guilty of a misdemeanor fictitious business name or Luther King Blvd. #1, Los A-14 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL NEWS & CLASSIFIED THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018

{Continued LINDA BROWN from A-12} {Continued WALKER THEATRE RESTORATION from A-12} Virginia and the District of schools in America,” Kansas Oliver Brown, for whom to head a Veteran Affairs In December 1927, porous,” said Vop Osili, Columbia. Gov. Jeff Colyer said in a the case was named, became Hospital in Indianapolis. Walker’s daughter, A’Lelia president of the Indianapo- On May 17, 1954, the statement. “Linda Brown’s a minister at a church in That summer, Walker’s Walker, finished the project lis City-County Council Supreme Court ruled unani- life reminds us that by stand- Springfield, Missouri. He operation officially became in the year the first talking and a theater director. “You mously that separating black ing up for our principles and died of a heart attack in 1961. a company and, in five feature film, “The Jazz heat the building, and the and White children was serving our communities we Linda Brown and her sister months, Walker had 950 Singer,” debuted. people outside are warm.” unconstitutional because it can truly change the world. founded in 1988 the Brown sales agents and thousands In its heyday, the the- There are plans to denied Black children the Linda's legacy is a crucial Foundation for Educational of clients coming through ater showed movies and install a new sound and 14th Amendment's guarantee part of the American story Equity, Excellence and the salon. Walker would go hosted vaudeville acts. Jazz audiovisual system and a of equal protection under the and continues to inspire the Research. on to operate 200 beauty greats such as Duke Elling- new heating and cooling law. “In the field of public millions who have realized The foundation says on schools throughout the ton and Count Basie, system. If more money is education, the doctrine of the American dream because its webpage that it was estab- country. played there and turned available, officials plan to ‘separate but equal’ has no of her.'” lished as a living tribute to Eight years after Walk- Indiana Avenue into a install new carpeting, floor- place,” Chief Justice Earl Brown v. Board was a the attorneys, community er’s death, the building, that flourishing hub of Black ing and seats. Warren wrote. “Separate historic marker in the civil organizers and plaintiffs in still stands today, was com- culture. “We want it to be like it educational facilities are rights movement, likely the the landmark Supreme Court pleted in 1927 to help keep When segregation laws was in 1927,” Rogers, the inherently unequal.” most high-profile case decision. Its mission is to Walker’s empire going. gradually began to weaken theater board’s chair- The Brown decision brought by Thurgood Mar- build upon their work and According to Ebony maga- in the late 1950s, middle- woman, told the Journal. overturned the court's Plessy shall and the lawyers of the keep the ideals of the deci- zine, the building housed class Blacks traveled else- After the makeover, the v. Ferguson decision, which NAACP Legal Defense and sion relevant for future gen- the theatre, hair grooming where for entertainment, theater will be renamed the on May 18, 1896, established Education Fund in their erations. products operation, a beau- leaving the once-bustling “Madam Walker Legacy a “separate but equal” doc- decade-plus campaign to “We are to be grateful for ty shop and business avenue for better opportu- Center.” Theater officials trine for Blacks in public chip away at the doctrine of the family that stood up for offices. Today, it’s the last nities in the northwestern said that “Madam” will be facilities. “separate but equal.” what is right,” said Demo- surviving iconic building part of the city. In 1965, the spelled in the theater’s “Sixty-four years ago, a “Her legacy is not only cratic state Rep. Annie on Indiana Avenue. theatre closed. It was name without the tradition- young girl from Topeka, here but nationwide,” Kansas Kuether of Topeka. “That In 1980, the building reopened in 1988, but it al “e” because that’s how it Kansas sparked a case that Deputy Education Commis- made a difference to the rest was added to the National hasn’t been updated since. appears in historical docu- ended segregation in public sioner Dale Dennis said. of the world.” Register of Historic Places. “The building is really ments.

3XEOLF 1RWLFHV 3XEOLF 1RWLFHV 3XEOLF 1RWLFHV 3XEOLF 1RWLFHV 3XEOLF 1RWLFHV 3XEOLF 1RWLFHV 3XEOLF 1RWLFHV

),&7,7,286 %86,1(66 5HJLVWHUHG RZQHU V  QDPHV OLVWHG DERYH RQ -XO\ PDWWHU SXUVXDQW WR 6HFWLRQ 2ZQHU ZLWKLQWKHDUHDRILQWHUHVW LVVXHG IRU WKLV 3URMHFW 1$0( 67$7(0(17 %UDQGL ' $GDPV  6    RI WKH %XVLQHVV DQG 7KLV VWDWHPHQW ZDV ILOHG VWDUWLQJ LPPHGLDWHO\ IROORZLQJ 5)4 'RFXPHQWV LQFOXGLQJ )LOH 1R  'ZLJKW $YH &RPSWRQ &$ , GHFODUH WKDW DOO LQIRUPDWLRQ 3URIHVVLRQV FRGH WKDW WKH ZLWK WKH &RXQW\ &OHUN RI /RV WKH &RQIHUHQFH 3URSRVHUV LQVWUXFWLRQV WR $SSOLFDQWV ZLOO 7KH IROORZLQJ SHUVRQ V LV  &$ LQ WKLV VWDWHPHQW LV WUXH DQG UHJLVWUDQW NQRZV WR EH IDOVH $QJHOHV RQ )HEUXDU\  VKRXOGSODQDFFRUGLQJO\WR EH DYDLODEOH WR $SSOLFDQWV RQ DUH GRLQJ EXVLQHVV DV 7KLV EXVLQHVV LV FRQGXFWHG FRUUHFW $ UHJLVWUDQW ZKR LV JXLOW\ RI D PLVGHPHDQRU  HQVXUH WKDW WKHUH ZLOO EH D DQG DIWHU 0DUFK   DW  0XVVRQ )DFWRU\  E\ DQ LQGLYLGXDO GHFODUHV DV WUXH DQ\ PDWHULDO SXQLVKDEOH E\ D ILQH QRW WR 127,&(,Q DFFRUGDQFH ZLWK UHSUHVHQWDWLYH IRU HDFK GD\ WKH 2QOLQH 9HQGRU 3RUWDO 0XVVRQIDFWRU\  7KH UHJLVWUDQW FRPPHQFHG WR PDWWHU SXUVXDQW WR 6HFWLRQ H[FHHG RQH WKRXVDQG GROODUV 6XEGLYLVLRQ D RI 6HFWLRQ &1  7KH 2QOLQH 9HQGRU 3RUWDO +DQQLQJ $YH $OWDGHQD &$ WUDQVDFW EXVLQHVV XQGHU WKH  RI WKH %XVLQHVV DQG    D )LFWLWLRXV 1DPH 0DU   FDQ EH DFFHVVHG E\ YLVLWLQJ  &RXQW\ RI /$ ILFWLWLRXVEXVLQHVVQDPHRU 3URIHVVLRQV FRGH WKDW WKH 6 -DVPLQH /RQGRQ 2ZQHU 6WDWHPHQW JHQHUDOO\ H[SLUHV  WKH ZHEVLWH ZZZEXLOGODFFG 5HJLVWHUHG RZQHU V  QDPHV OLVWHG DERYH RQ 1$ UHJLVWUDQW NQRZV WR EH IDOVH 7KLV VWDWHPHQW ZDV ILOHG DW WKH HQG RI ILYH \HDUV IURP &16 RUJ XQGHU ³&RQWUDFWRUV DQG %UHQW ' 0XVVRQ  , GHFODUH WKDW DOO LQIRUPDWLRQ LV JXLOW\ RI D PLVGHPHDQRU ZLWK WKH &RXQW\ &OHUN RI /RV WKH GDWH RQ ZKLFK LW ZDV ILOHG /26 $1*(/(6 6(17,1(/ %LGGHUV´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¶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³&RQWUDFWRUV DQG %LGGHUV´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³'LVWULFW´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

Attorney Mike Feuer FILE PHOTO Nearly 50 percent of all announced Wednesday currently active DACA March 21. gally as children — often When announcing the recipients live within the Long Beach, Santa referred to as “Dreamers” termination of the program borders of the 40 cities and Monica and West Holly- — to work and study open- last September, Attorney counties participating in wood are among the cities ly without fear of deporta- General Jeff Sessions said the amicus brief, according and governments joining tion. The Trump Adminis- “the compassionate thing is to Feuer’s office. Los Angeles in the amicus tration announced last Sep- to end the lawlessness, The amicus brief states brief, along with New York tember that it would end enforce our laws, and, if that local jurisdictions will City, Houston, Chicago, DACA in March unless Congress chooses to make suffer direct economic Atlanta, Washington, D.C., Congress passed legislation changes to those laws, to harm if DACA is rescind- and Philadelphia. to save the program. do so through the process ed, and that it would make The brief asks the 9th “We continue to fight to set forth by our founders in communities less safe and U.S. Circuit Court of keep DACA alive and to a way that advances the DACA recipients much Appeals to uphold an exist- seek clarity for the hun- interest of the nation.” less likely to report crimi- ing injunction against the dreds of thousands of Congress has not nal activity out of fear of Department of Homeland Dreamers who depended passed any legislation to deportation. The brief also Security preventing it from on the program when they preserve DACA, but feder- argues that in terminating terminating the DACA pro- came out of the shadows,” al judges have so far DACA, DHS acted in an gram. Feuer said. “Today cities blocked the Trump admin- arbitrary and capricious DACA, created by and counties across Ameri- istration’s attempt to end manner, failed to comply DHS through an executive ca stand united with the the program. with the requirements of order by former President Dreamers, who personify “Young people with the Administrative Proce- Barack Obama in 2012, the American values of DACA protection should dures Act, and did not pro- allows about 850,000 education, hard work, and have their minds focused on vide supportable rationale immigrants who were belief in a better tomor- building the future they for the decision to termi- brought to the country ille- row.” dream about — not fear of nate the program. B-2 www.lasentinel.net THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 McCrumby Carries the Legacy of Serra Boys’ basketball BY AMANDA SCURLOCK ing, McCrumby’s father me.” teamwork, that’s what I Sports Writer also passed away. The The 2017-18 squad had learned, teamwork and just morning of his father’s a young core along with playing together with other The Serra boys’ basket- service, McCrumby held three returning starters. people,” he said. “Every- ball team is finding its new practice. McCrumby came into the thing you do, you have to identity with their first new “For some people, just season preparing the inex- do it for a reason.” coach in over 20 years. being able to get back to perienced players for the According to McCrum- The start of Bernard something that you’re used rigors of the Del Rey by, Slaughter is the defen- McCrumby’s career as to can be therapeutic. And League. sive stalwart of the team. head coach of the Serra for me, that’s what coach- “We play in one of the Both players were mem- Cavaliers was a challeng- ing is,” McCrumby said. toughest leagues in L.A. bers of the varsity squad ing time. He inherited the “As stressful as it may and probably in Califor- who won the 2016 CIF team as an interim head seem to be, it’s therapy.” nia,” he said. “There’s no Southern Section champi- coach after long-time bas- McCrumby’s father and nights off, we don’t have an onship. ketball coach Dwan Hurt Hurt were close friends and opportunity to come in and “As the season got on, passed away. Hurt helped McCrumby get rest and sit guys down, we we started to figure out “We had a very rough a job as a teacher at Serra, have to go to war every sin- what was really missing on start to our season,” after a coaching stint at St. gle night.” the team and then every- McCrumby said. “I think Bernard. The Cavaliers The team captains were body figured out what was COURESTY OF SERRA HIGH SCHOOL IN GARDENA we started 2-9 and there squad along with wife, Serra Cavaliers boys basketball head coach Bernard senior forward Jaylen their role,” Slaughter said were 4 or 5 games that— Danielle, helped McCrum- McCrumby has a passion for mentorship. Slaughter and junior guard about the 2015-16 season. including the game that we by have the strength to per- Doctor Bradley. McCrum- “When we found out what played the day of coach severe through the tough By the end of the 2016- “It really tested my by noted how Bradley is a was our role on the team, Hurt’s funeral—that we time. 17 season, the Cavaliers faith, my strength, and the talented playmaker and has we finally kept it going and lost by between one to four “The boys, they never, had a 16-12 overall record, sad part was just not being earned offers from several got us a CIF champi- points.” never got down on each a 6-2 Del Rey League able to enjoy those schools including USC, onship.” Taking the reins of the other and never got down record and ranked 97th in moments with Hurt and my San Jose State, and LMU. The Serra Cavaliers fin- boys’ basketball team at on the coaching staff,” he the state. Serra High dad,” McCrumby said. The 2016-17 season taught ished the 2017-18 season Serra, aided him through said. “[We] completely School named McCrumby “But I know that they were Bradley the importance of with a 16-11 overall record another time of loss. Two turned our season around, the boys’ basketball head up in heaven enjoying the being a team player. and a 2-6 Del Rey League months after Hurt’s pass- became second in league.” coach in April 2017. moments together with “You got to learn about record. Dorsey Baseball Player Student Athlete of the Week: Trinity Williams

Becomes a BY AMANDA SCURLOCK Sports Writer Tuskegee Golden Tiger It was the tip-off for the division II girls’ basketball city section title match and senior guard Trinity Williams had to battle 6’2” Hamilton senior center Nina Gazzo for the ball. Having a 5’6” frame did not hinder her from having the vertical leap to tip the ball, giving Crenshaw pos- session. “Hops run in the family, I jump ball mostly every game because of my hops AMANDA SCURLOCK/L.A. SENTINEL basically, how I jump,” Crenshaw senior guard Trinity Williams averaged 4.7 Williams said with a steals per game while maintaining 3.3 GPA. AMANDA SCURLOCK/L.A. SENTINEL chuckle. “When I go up Dorsey senior Kyle LaFlora (center) poses with Kevin LaFlora (left) and Georgia Smith- against someone who is math. She noted how she grades and put forth a LaFlora (right). taller than me, they think enjoyed Algebra more than strong effort on the court. that I can’t jump as high other types of math. “You got to have a BY AMANDA SCURLOCK LaFlora is a hard-work- sports that are over-saturated and when I tip the ball, “I really love math,” motive,” she said. “You got Sports Writer ing student, his passion for with that.” they’re surprised.” Williams said. “That’s to have a short term or a physics and astronomy LaFlora’s mother, Geor- Williams assisted the something I loved since I long-term goal and stick to Dorsey senior shortstop pushed him to be committed gia Smith-LaFlora, recalled Cougars girls’ basketball was young, like solving it.” Kyle LaFlora will be taking to his academics. He also the times of when he would team to a 13-0 record dur- problems, puzzles, all Williams makes sure his talents to Tuskegee Uni- inspired his friends to take watch baseball games as a ingtheirseasonandtotheir that.” not to underestimate their versity in the fall. LaFlora is their school work seriously toddler. first City Section champi- Along with basketball opponents. She notes that receiving a full baseball as they grew up. “Even in preschool, he onship game appearance and school, Williams sings Crenshaw girls’ basketball scholarship to the university. “I’ve always just kind of was hitting the ball over the since 2004. Despite losing alto for the Crenshaw High head coach Dominique He is currently a team cap- been about academics first,” fence,” Smith-LaFlora said. the championship to the School Elite Choir. Being a Harris prioritizes respect tain of the Dons baseball he said. “I’ve always taken “He knows all the ins-and- Hamilton Yankees 68-59, member of the choir helped and teamwork and the team team, all the while maintain- an interest in the classroom outs of the game, he keeps the Cougars had the best her become a better leader spends a great amount of ing a 3.8 GPA, as his tran- and just pushed my friends the stats, he’s just well record in the Coliseum and helped cure her of time together. script also includes four AP to come along with me and versed in baseball.” League. stage fright. “I feel like everybody classes. followmypathsowecanbe LaFlora took advantage “It’s actually been real- “Sometimes when you recognizes their role and The senior liked the successful.” of the unique variety of ly great, it’s something that go places and you finish that’s what makes the team environment of the campus LaFlora was attracted to classes that Dorsey provid- I haven’t experienced,” singing, they look at you flow so much,” Williams immediately. baseball at three-years-old ed; he took a coding class, Trinity said about reaching like you’re just top-notch,” said. “[Harris] makes sure “It was the first visit I and played the sport which fed his interest in the playoffs with an unde- Williams said. “Coming everybody is heard … we took out there, I just kinda amongst six-year-olds. His math. In the ninth grade, feated record. “The higher from my community, that’s always have team talks and fell in love with the campus father, Kevin, wanted LaFlora took a robotics class we get, it’s like the more everything because they’re try to resolve everything and the school,” LaFlora LaFlora to pursue baseball where he was able to use confidence we have.” looking at me like I’m top- best as we can.” said. “It reminded me of as he got older. math and physics to build Notorious for forcing notch when I’m looking Her advice to young going to school here “My father always want- creations. He once designed turnovers, Williams aver- like ‘whoa, I didn’t know I athletes is to keep academ- [Dorsey], just having that ed us to do something differ- an educational game. aged 9.3 points, 4.7 steals could even be somebody’s ics first and to stay true to family connection and ent because you don’t see a “I built it towards ele- and 4.4 rebounds per game. role model.’” themselves. everybody there is working lot of guys that are Black mentary school students to Against Hawkins in Febru- Juggling extra curricu- “Don’t be a follower, be towards the same goal and I and playing baseball today,” help them with math and it ary, Williams made 14 lars with athletics and yourself,” Williams said. just really like the environ- LaFlora said. “He wanted us was a game,” he said. “It steals; she also scored a schoolwork can be diffi- “A lot of people who fall or ment there.” to stand out, away from the was kinda like Flappy Birds season high of 20 points cult. Williams finds ways lose their way because they against Fremont in January. to stay on task to perform get distracted or they fol- Williams has a 3.3 GPA well. Her family gives her a low after the wrong per- and her favorite class is reason to achieve good son.”

except it involved more “It gets hard at times the importance of his aca- math.” because some days, you’re demics. Along with playing gonna have to put in more “It was always some- baseball, LaFlora is the hours on one or the other,” thing that I’ve told him treasurer for the Black Stu- LaFlora said. “[If] I have a about, behavior and different dent Union at Dorsey. The test this week or something things in the classroom to set organization helps students like that, I might spend more a different standard, that his excel academically. Due to time academic wise and try work would transfer onto the his involvement in different to make up sports wise baseball field,” Kevin said. facets at school, he tends to maybe on the weekend “The educational side came AMANDA SCURLOCK/L.A. SENTINEL his obligations based on when I have free time.” very easy for him because Kyle LaFlora poses with his fellow classmates urgency. Kevinstressedtohim he’s a gifted kid.” THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 SPORTS LOS ANGELES SENTINEL B-3 Ladera Little League

Notes, quotes, and things picked up on the run from Kicks Off the 2018 coast-to-coast and all the stops in between and beyond. Spring Baseball Season BY BRAD PYE JR. NCAA Championship. Hopefully former USC Sports Editor Emeritus The UCLA women’s assistant football coach basketball team wouldn’t be Todd McNair will be able to Penny Hardaway, for- dominating the sports pages take Chairman Mark mer NBA star and winner of like they have if both the Emmert to the mat in almost his third consecutive Mem- Bruins and Trojans’ teams seven years. phis East High State Cham- hadn’t dropped by the way- The L.A. Clippers will pionship was wondering if side. Carrying on in a big have to go on a 10 or so win- he was going to get a raise. way for UCLA has been ning streak if they hope to His alma mater Memphis Jordin Canada, Monique make it into the Promised State hired Hardaway and he Land. didn’t have to wonder about And the beat continues! a raise. His new job came There has been so much with a raise too. confusion over the debate When Hardaway was over NFL Catch Rule. USA growing up in Memphis, TODAY Sports columnist Blacks weren’t even permit- Jarrett Bell has a new name ted to walk on the court at for the debate. Bell says just Memphis East. re-name it: “The Common Thanks Dr. Martin Sense Rule.” Luther King, Jr. for your Ex-Seattle Seahawks all- march through Memphis for NFL All-Star Richard the garbage workers. Sherman has told his team COURTESY PHOTO And the beat marches on goodbye and Hello ‘49ers. in Memphis and around the USA TODAY Sports BY SHERRI MCGEE face painting, balloon Windsor Hills, and Ladera world! described the exit this way: MCCOVEY machines, and a bounce Heights. It remains a pillar QB Teddy Bridgewater “It’s realistic to believe the ‘49ers will have a legitimate SpecialtotheSentinel house for smaller children. in the community provid- AP PHOTO chance to leapfrog the This year, Ladera chose ing high quality baseball Billings, Kelli Hayes and retooling Seahawks in the After a two-week rain to pay homage to the lega- instruction to boys and girls Kennedy Burke. NFC West. Richard Sher- delay, Ladera Little League cy of the Negro Leagues by ages six to fourteen, from The Cleveland Cavs’ man agrees. (LLL) kicked off its 2018 renaming one team in each all economic and cultural Coach Tyronn Lue is Kevin Ollie, winner of season, Saturday, March of its four divisions – tee backgrounds, and has sent presently taking a leave of 17, with a fun-filled day of ball, rookies, minors, and several players to the Major absence! For how long! It’s activities, food, and base- majors – after the Negro Leagues including: not known at the moment. ball games. league’s Kansas City Mon- Dominic Smith (NY Mets), LeBron James should be The morning was pic- archs, Homestead Grays, Kenny Walls (St. Louis able to carry on to the Play- ture perfect on the Christo- and Pittsburgh Crawfords Cardinals), Tyler Mark offs and beyond! Associate pher “Beebop” Robinson with unique uniforms (Arizona Diamondbacks), head coach Larry Drew has Major Field where Mix meant to teach the players and former Los Angeles taken over, who has been a Master DJ Cash spun Hip about the accomplishments Dodger, Nick Aikens. Hop hits for the crowd. of those who played the “There is no other Little AP PHOTO head coach at Milwaukee and at Atlanta. Lue told League President, Kim game before them. It also League in Los Angeles remains committed, for a quite like Ladera Little led the Minnesota Vikings to Drew: “It’s your show.” Hosea, welcomed players AP PHOTO second year, to girl’s soft- League,” believes Presi- the NFC North title and won And the beat continues! and families, followed by ball with a minor and major dent Hosea. “We have gen- Pro Bowl honors. Penny Hardaway is back four NCAA titles @ the the Parade of Athletes. team called, The Valkyries. erations of former players Naomi Osaka winner of at Memphis State replacing University of Connecticut is Twenty-two teams, led by “Our goal has always been whose children and grand- the women’s BNP Paribas Tubby Smith. Tubby Smith job shopping today. He was their coaches, rounded the to instill the qualities of children now play at Open has a little mixed was a history-making coach fired over the weekend. field and recited the respect, accountability, Ladera and support our blood, she was born in Japan at the University of Ken- Serena Williams and National Anthem. Long- responsibility, and trust in efforts as coaches, volun- and her father is from tucky and Louisville et al. the UCLA women basket- time Ladera Coach Greg the players we serve,” says teers, and board members. Kenya. The 20-year old bat- Penny was a three time NBA ballers are on the eve of Brookins led the Invoca- Board Member, Tony Rice. It is this sense of familial tling another 20-year old all-star. Hardaway also won bringing more sports glory tion. After the introduction “We believe these qualities camaraderie that has kept says” “I was extremely the Tennessee High school to the Southland. Serena is of the Board of Directors, will serve them in life for this organization running nervous.” championship for the third the first female to appear and the reciting of the Little years to come.” for six decades.” And the beat continues! time this season. more times than anyone (10) League Pledge, players Since 1958, the Ladera Ladera Little League is USC has another athletic Whoever lands Penn in the Miami Open. Gabriel Lemoire and Little League sports pro- located at 5401 South Fair- history maker in Caryl State’s much talked about President Barack Nathaniel Castro threw out gram has served the sur- fax Blvd. Los Angeles, Smith Gilbert. When quar- RB in the nation will get the Obama and Sister Jean the first pitch to officially rounding communities of 90056 www.laderalittle- ter-miler Michael Norman best in the business and get start Ladera’s 60th season. Baldwin Hills, View Park, league.org heard of Gilbert he thought the highest RB since ex- Other activities included she was a man. Norman told USC Heisman Trophy win- the media: “She was proba- ner Reggie Bush. bly one of [the] only coach- Trae Young the Oklaho- es who got me hyped up. She won all-pro honors, got me excited to run for her program.” Norman says that’s why “two years later, AP PHOTO Norman is one of the top Dolores had rooted into the quarter-milers in the world.” Final Four. President Obama The 48-year old Gilbert declared at the time: “Incred- is the director of the men ible to have a Chicago team and women’s track teams. A in the Final Four. I’ll take first, for a woman. She led that over an intact bracket the women to second at the any day! Congratulations to recent NCAA Champi- everybody at LoyolaChica- onships. AP PHOTO go –let’s keep it going.” Five years ago Gilbert ma rookie is leaving town And the beat continues! became the first director of after averaging (27.4) points Brad Pye, Jr. can be track and field at USC, task and collecting (8.7) assists reached at switchreel@ with piloting the team to a to lead the nation. aol.com. L.A. Rams Agree to Terms With Defensive Tackle Ndamukong Suh ASSOCIATED PRESS Second-Team: 2012, 2016). Since entering the NFL as The Los Angeles Rams a first-round selection, Suh have agreed to terms with leads all interior defensive All-Pro DT Ndamukong Suh linemen with 55.0 stuffs on a 1-year contract, the team (defined as any tackle of a ball announced Monday. Terms carrier behind the line of of the agreement were not scrimmage during a rushing disclosed. AP PHOTO/ADRIAN KRAUS, FILE attempt) and is second among Five-time Pro Bowl tackle “We are excited have all defensive tackles in sacks Ndamukong Suh. Ndamukong as a part of the (51.5). After topping the 400 Los Angeles Rams,” said Valuable Player award at the career tackle mark last season, General Manager Les Snead. end of the 2017 season. he is second among all defen- “He’s been an outstanding The former Nebraska sive tackles with 418 total player in this league and we standout was originally draft- tackles and his total is fourth are looking forward to him ed No. 2 overall by the among all defensive linemen being a part of our defense.” Detroit Lions in 2010. After since 2010. Suh also finished Prior to joining Los the conclusion of his first among the top five in total Angeles, Suh signed with the NFL season, he received tackles by an NFL interior Miami Dolphins as an unre- NFL Defensive Rookie of the defensive linemen for three- stricted free agent in 2015. In Year honors, first-team NFL straight seasons (2014-16). three seasons with the Dol- All-Pro recognition, and his Through eight NFL sea- phins (2015-17), Suh started first of five career Pro Bowl sons, he has started all 126 all 48 games and totaled 181 nominations (2010, 2012-14, games he’s played and tackles (109 solo), 15.5 sacks, 2016). Over the course of his amassed 418 tackles (288 13 passes defensed, two career, Suh was named either solo), 147 QB hits, 103 tack- forced fumbles and one fum- a first-team or second-team les for loss, 51.5 sacks, forced ble recovery. Miami honored All-Pro five times (First- four fumbles and recorded an him with the team’s Most Team: 2010, 2013, 2014; interception. C-1 www.lasentinel.net THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 Actress Nikki Micheaux Talks ‘LOWLIFE’, Business & Diversity in Hollywood

BY BRITTANY K. JACKSON she’s a hoarder, she sold her it was before? dominated industry? Contributing Writer daughter and she’s trying to NM: Well number one; NM: It’s really empow- get the kidney back, that’s there are so many more ering because I think as Nikki Micheaux is the the set-up, so it was such a female directors, which is women we are bred-trained “Lincoln Heights” actress crazy thing. The movie’s just fantastic. The best part to not speak up about things who’s finding new ground got action and comedy and of all of this movement has that are bothering us, as the star of the upcoming a lot of blood, and I was been the roles. Now, I’m because if you did, you’re pulp-fiction film, like ‘you know what, this is reading for roles that are the B-word. A woman with “LOWLIFE,” directed by going to be fun.’ well defined and multifac- a voice is a B, a woman Ryan Prows. “LOWLIFE” We’re looking at things eted. There’s no more who’s trying to be in charge follows Micheaux as Crys- that are happening that pigeon-holing. I read of something, a female boss tal, a surviving addict who most of us don’t even think scripts and I’m like, ‘they is the B-word. So now, I becomes a hero trying to about. Then we throw it at want me to read it and it's think we get to be all of save her alcohol ridden hus- you in this wild movie. This so exciting,’ because that’s whoweare.Ifeellike band’s life, by acquiring a stuff is happening, but we the part that’s new. I like sometimes I’ve been a kidney from the daughter don’t want to preach it to that this is the new normal. fighter for a long time. she gave away. Exploring you, we’re going to enter- The population is changing There’s that societal topics such as sex trades tain you, but you can’t and we want to see our- thing and then there’s the and organ harvesting, leave without knowing, selves on screen, more of career stuff. In the business Micheaux certainly brings because we told you. every color, and I’m just there are limited options, so the drama to pulp-fiction in LAS: What’s been your excited to be a part of it. standing in your truth the film, which is set to pre- most memorable moment LAS: What is your sometimes means people miere on April 6th. Contin- thus far as an actress? ideal acting role? don’t get it and it takes a lot ue reading as Micheaux NM: The fans for Lin- NM: I love the period of practice to really just lis- takes us deeper into coln Heights are really the pieces like “Game of ten to that small voice “LOWLIFE,” the “Lincoln things that have been so Thrones,” but I wanted to inside and stick to it. That’s Heights” legacy, her desire exciting. The show meant do something like “Cleopa- the beauty of God is that to explore entrepreneurship so much to them and a gen- tra,” but you know Cleopa- you have that small voice and her advice to aspiring eration grew up with the COURTESY PHOTO tra’s a teenager. So some- inside of you that says, this artists in entertainment. show and it’s still on some- Nikki Micheaux thing where I could be a is the art that I want to cre- Los Angeles Sentinel: where, it’s like never off the queen, where there’s tribes ate. Tell us about your role as air. issues and at that time, it breaking show, so I would andfightingandsexandall LAS: What do you say Crystal in the new pulp-fic- LAS: Are you open to a wassohardtogetpeopleto love a reboot. It’s a great sorts of stuff like that. to young girls growing up tion comedy film “Lincoln Heights” reboot? pay attention to a Black family, great characters. Either in the past or in a in today’s society? “LOWLIFE”? NM: I think Lincoln drama. Now, we would just LAS: How has TV & futuristic setting would be NM: Something hap- Nicki Micheaux: It’s a Heights was before its time. be one of many, but at that Film changed since you’ve really fun. pens in our culture, where character I never really We were talking about time it was really some- been an actress? When you LAS: What does it from 8-15, girls are shifting played before. I’ve played police issues, policing in thing that was very unique pursue diverse roles, is the mean to be a woman stand- {See NIKKI MICHEAUX down and out women, but the neighborhood, family and definitely a ground- response different now than ing in her truth in a male- on C-3}

A DANCE TRIBUTE TO

WITH ADDITIONAL MIXED REPERTOIRE

COMPLEXIONS CONTEMPORARY BALLET APRIL 20–22

THE MUSIC CENTER’S DOROTHY CHANDLER PAVILION musiccenter.org/complexions | (213) 9720711 GROUPS OF 10+: (213) 972-8555 | [email protected]

Complexions Contemporary Ballet dancer Kelly Marsh IV. Photo by Steven Trumon Gray. THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 ENTERTAINMENT LOS ANGELES SENTINEL C-2 Giving is a Family Affair at the 2nd Annual WACO Wearable Art Gala BY DARRALYNN HUTSON and everything that you Contributing Writer have contributed to our country and our world.” The Carter (Jay Z, Bey- Dedicating her award to oncé & Blue Ivy) family, her mother, Beyoncé graced Johnson (Magic & Cookie) thestagedressedinanall family, the (Samuel & golden ensemble after being LaTanya) Jacksons and the greeted by one of her long- Lawson (Richard, Tina time fans, 17-year old Han- Knowles & Bianca) clan nah Brammer, who has came together Saturday formed a bond with the night for a family affair. The international superstar. 2nd annual Wearable Art “There’s something that Gala in downtown Los feels very off about receiv- Angeles gave everyone a ing this award from my chance to get fresh, clean mother. She raised me to and dressed to impress in believe that giving was not support of the North Holly- PHOTO COURTESY OF KRISTINA DIXON PHOTO COURTESY OF KRISTINA DIXON PHOTO COURTESY OF KRISTINA DIXON PHOTO COURTESY OF KRISTINA DIXON an option, but a privilege Ervin “Magic” Johnson and Wearable Art Gala hosts Vanessa Bell Calloway wear- Casting Director Robi wood-based WACO (Wear and a responsibility,” Cookie Johnson wearing Richard Lawson and Tina ing an originally made dress attended the Wearable Art Art Can Occur) Theater Black Panther-inspired out- Knowles Lawson celebrat- on the red carpet of the Gala fundraiser over the voiced Beyoncé. “I never Center. WACO houses fits to the 2nd Annual ed the 2nd annual gala and Wearable Art Gala honoring weekend for WACO The- thought people should Tina’s Angels, Richard’s Wearable Art Gala in Los fundraiser for their WACO Beyonce and Gloria Carter ater Center, mentoring receive awards like this Warriors, mentoring pro- Angeles. Theater Center. for their community service. teens from Los Angeles. because in my opinion, the grams for teenage boys and giving is the reward and girls, and its Mobile Theater. Warriors and Tina’s Angels representative Maxine seamless taupe-fitted gown Poitier was sold to writer, that’s enough..” “We’re here to celebrate are doing,” believes Waters, philantropist Felicia with structured feathers director and producer Tyler Also honored was Jay- young people,” says Terry attendee, Glen Turman. Horowitz, Khephra Burns attached to her right arm, Perry, after which, a piece of Z’s mom, Gloria Carter, McMillan, “And what Bey- “Keeping these young peo- and wife Susan Taylor and Tina Knowles Lawson artwork composed of law who was given the “Every- oncé and her Momma and ple focused and on track.” even Tyler Perry were designed allowed her imagi- and medical books by day People” Award because her step father are trying to Hosted by Philanthro- among the attendees to the nation to fly free. Samuel Levi Jones sold to of her mentoring to Brook- do for young people as far as pists, Richard Lawson and red carpeted event where the “Rarely do you see peo- Blue Ivy with the help of her lyn kids through the Shawn literacy, education and how wife, Tina Knowles Law- more elaborate and artistic, ple dress with this much parents. A glamorous Lor- Carter Foundation. Jay Z, to protect them.” son, the Wearable Art Gala the better. imagination. Because this is raine Schwartz pair of pan- dressed in a black fitted suit WACO became official, self-expressive red carpet, Some adorned the about young people; for ther earrings sold to Beyon- and grown out afro and told opening its doors in April by auction and award ceremo- themed Black Panther, young people to see adults cé. the story on being raised by adopting the Kipp Academy ny simply showcased their Wakandan inspired African- use their imagination. It Soon after the auction, his ‘ma,’ who taught him of LA, offering a full year- love for their family. garb like Robi Reed who helps them to us their imag- both Beyoncé and Gloria that the sky is the limit. long mentorship to a group Richard and Tina with their graced the carpet in a full ination and not be so stifled Carter (Jay Z’s mother) were “Even though we are of young people; operating close-knit group of friends length mudd cloth dress by peer pressure and by honored with humanitarian each uniquely individuals, Saturday sessions, acting give and give in a big way. conceived by costume other peoples opinions,” awards. Opening the cere- we need each other to be classes, field trips and self Glynn Turman, his wife designer Ruth Carter. Susan voiced Richard Lawson. mony was the Former first successful. Not one of us empowerment training. Joann with daughter, Taylor wore a Queen’s “Look around you, the peo- lady Michelle Obama’s has become successful with- “Like my mother always Richard Lawson’s daughter, crown on the aim of her hus- ple that are dressed boldly emotional recorded taped out the help of someone said, ‘you can be on the right Bianca Lawson (“Queen band, who wore a warriors don’t really care about what message recognizing her else,” says Gloria Carter. track but still get ran over,’ Sugar”) Magic and Cookie red-laced cape. Others set other people think. This is love for Beyoncé and her “By being a part of this so it’s important to have Johnson, Samuel L. and their own style like Cookie an expression of who they giving spirit. “Because mil- event, you now become a people who can tell you LaTanya Jackson, authors Johnson who wore a leather- are. And that’s what we’re lions of girls around the part of changing the life of a when you’re being distract- Micheal Eric Dyson and like, cat suit with added about. Do you!” world love you and admire young person — by helping ed and keep you focused Terry McMillan, Rodney leopard print with puffed After the lively red car- you — including my daugh- them more forward. and that’s what Richard’s and Holly Robinson-Peete, shoulders. Costumed in a pet closed, the live auction ters — it means even more Remember, you’re greatness began with Star Jones lead- that they see you standing isn’t suppose to stay with ing the bidding. With all up for others,” says just you, it’s suppose to be Mary Mary Reunites at this Year’s benefits going towards the Michelle Obama, “I’m so shared. It will make a posi- WACO Theater Center, an honored and proud of every- tive difference in every- Stellar Gospel Music Awards acrylic painting by Sidney thing that you have achieved body’s life.” night were JJ Hairston six awards; Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Travis Greene each winning four awards; and Anthony Brown win- ning two awards. Don Jackson bestowed special honors upon gospel greats who have made sig- nificant contributions to the genre. The incomparable Tamela Mann was the 2018 recipient of the James Cleveland Lifetime Achievement Award and the legendary Rev. Milton Biggham received The Ambassador Dr. Bobby Jones Legends Award. Stel- COURTESY PHOTO lar Honors Hall of Fame Mary Mary Inductees includes Kurt Carr, Ben Tankard, and Dr. SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE March 31-May 6, 2018. This year’s spectacular On March 25, Central show opening featured Stel- City Productions completed lar Awards alum Erica the taping of the 2018 Campbell reuniting with Annual Stellar Gospel her sister Tina Campbell as Music Awards in Las Vegas the hit gospel duo Mary at the Orleans Arena. The Mary for the first time in annual show hailed as an, more than six years. The “epic night in gospel show also included an all- music,” was hosted by Kirk star tribute to the late, great Franklin. The telecast will Edwin Hawkins, with his premiere on TV One, Good sister Lynette Hawkins Friday, March 30, at 9/8c . accepting the Edwin Additionally, the Stellar Hawkins Icon Award in his Awards will air in national honor. Also, a stand out broadcast syndication moment featured the multi- platinum award-winning Snoop Dogg performing material from his new gospel album, “Bible of Love.”

The night included per- COURTESY PHOTO formances by Snoop Dogg, Kirk Franklin Mary Mary, Kierra Sheard, Tori Kelly, Tasha Cobbs Marabeth Gentry - Presi- Leonard, Anthony Brown, dent of the National Con- JJ Hairston, Travis Greene, vention of Gospel Choirs Jonathan McReynolds, and Choruses. Ricky Dillard, Todd The Stellar Awards tele- Dulaney, Tasha Page Lock- cast will premiere on TV hart, KeKe Wyatt, Canton One on Friday, March 30 at Jones, Deitrick Haddon, 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT and air Koryn Hawthorne, Le’An- in broadcast syndication on dria Johnson and more. 130 stations in more than Special presenters included 110 markets around the Donnie McClurkin, Merle country March 31 - May 6, Dandridge, David Mann, 2018. For more information COURTESY PHOTO Anika Noni Rose and more. visit www. thestel- JJ Hairston Top winners of the larawards.com. C-3 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL ENTERTAINMENT THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 Weather Channel Has New Boss in Byron Allen, purchases network for $300 million BY BRIAN W. C ARTER cable networks, with infor- exposure to television and “Comics Unleashed”. Staff Writer mation vitally important to shows such as “The Tonight “Entertainers with Byron the safety and protection of Show”, “Sanford and Son” Allen”, was a weekly Well, it’s turning out to our lives,” said Allen. and more encouraged his series profiling film and tel- be one of the biggest “who "We are excited to join interest in entertainment. At evision stars that ran for 32 knew” questions of the year Entertainment Studios, and the age of 14, Allen began series, setting the record for when it comes to comedian we are especially proud to performing standup come- the largest independent pro- Byron Allen. Bet you didn’t be part of one of the largest dy at amateur clubs which ducer of first-run syndicat- know that besides making emerging global media led to chance meetings with ed programming for broad- people laugh for years, he’s companies," said Dave likes of comedian Jimmie cast television globally. The also an entrepreneur, media Shull, CEO of The Weather Walker, David Letterman Byron Allen Show pre- mogul and the CEO of his Channel. "Byron Allen's and Jay Leno. He would go miered on 155 television own company, Entertain- purchase of our innovative on to appear on “The stations. Now with his ment Studios, Inc. Founded and forward-thinking organ- Tonight Show” becoming media production, Allen is by Allen in 1993, Entertain- ization will increase the the youngest person to do set to make even more ment Studios is a global value we bring to our view- so and made appearances strides in the network media production and distri- ers, distributors, and adver- on “Dinah”, “Hollywood industry. bution company with 8 HD tisers." Squares”, and the “Merv “We welcome The networks, dozens of syndi- In the early 1970s, Griffin Show”. Weather Channel, which cated shows, over 5,000 Weather Central develops NBCwouldofferAllen has been seen in American hours of HD programming, the first on-air weather sys- the job of co-host on “Real households for nearly four a film distribution company, tem using computer graph- AP PHOTO People”, and early reality decades, to our cable tele- Comedian and media mogul, Byron Allen a podcast network, and more ics with WSI being founded TV show. While working vision networks division. to come. But, that’s not the on December 29, 1978 on “Real People”, he The acquisition of The big news, this is—Allen (WSI). In the early 1980s, becoming the first 24-hour national and local weather learned television produc- Weather Channel is strate- recently acquired the Weath- there is expansion into avia- weather programming and forecast for cities, as well as tion and started thinking up gic, as we begin our er Channel for around $300 tion weather systems and first national TV network weather radar, report and his own television shows. process of investing bil- million, making it a now WSI is the first to provide able to automatically cus- hurricane coverage. In 1992, Allen got multiple lions of dollars over the Black-owned company. aviation weather briefings tomize content based on Allen moved from breaks hosting “Kickin’ It next five years to acquire “The Weather Channel via dial-up, called Pilotbrief. viewer location. For over Detroit to Los Angeles, With Byron Allen”, “Enter- some of the best media is one of the most trusted The Weather Channel three decades, The Weather when his mother took an tainers with Byron Allen”, assets around the world,” and extremely important debuts on May 2, 1982 Channel has provided internship at NBC. The “The Byron Allen Show” said Allen. Philadelphia Actor Shines In New Netflix Comedy BY SHAQUILLE WOODS playing Jamal? ly didn’t know what to trust myself more because of Contributing Writer Gray: I think the best expect. This was my first my music. My album is like part was also the not so best series regular. I was sort of a story. It’s an actor’s The new Netflix show, part. This is mostly due to overwhelmed, but we all album. The experience I “On My Block,” explores a Jamal’s crazy story line. became a family. From the have as an actor translates to coming-of-age perspective Like, I got eggs thrown at crew to the office manage- my song writing. Just as I through the eyes of four me, I got to talk to gnomes, ment, we all hung out would read a character, I use teenage friends. The half- and even smacked Emilio together. It wasn’t really a that same perspective in hour comedy series was co- Rivera from “Sons of Anar- job. It was a bunch of peo- writing music. It is all a fluid created by Awkward creator chy.” It was all a fun expe- ple coming together cre- motion. Lauren Lungerich. rience. I experienced things atively that happened to LAS: What advice Brett Gray, who portrays that most coming-of-age have fun. We owe that to would you give to someone the character Jamal, dis- teenagers never will, like Lauren Lungerich. She who wants to be in the enter- cussed his role with the Los eating forty egg sandwich- was such a stickler for tainment industry? Angeles Sentinel Newspa- es. everyone being a family. Gray: Do your research. per. LAS: Wait, over forty When Gray is not act- I think a lot of misinforma- Los Angeles Sentinel egg sandwiches? ing, he is making music. tion is present when it Newspaper: How did you Gray: Maybe I’m He explained the intersec- comes to the entertainment begin your acting career? exaggerating, but it was tion between being an actor industry. It’s also very Brett Gray: I remember more like seven or eight. and creating music. expensive. Be easy on your- going to school and having That still is a lot of sand- LAS: Can you discuss self. You should work on enjoyable experiences with wiches and egg salad! your role as a musician? your craft and find an oppor- plays. I told my mom one LAS: What was your Gray: Music is a differ- tunity to better yourself. day,Iwantedtobeanactor experience working with ent endeavor. You are alone “On My Block” was and she took me right to Brett Gray the cast of “On My in the creative process rather released on March 16th. school. Block”? than a team. I write my own Head over to Netflix to LAS: What was the Gray: It was all an music, so a lot of weight watch this comedic yet most enjoyable experience COURTESY PHOTO amazing experience. I real- falls on me. I’m learning to drama filled series. Tanya Hart Elected for 2nd Term to Head Up The Caucus for Producers, Writers & Directors Michigan State University Features Hart for Women’s History Month cus for Producers, Writers & has been in the forefront of which included; Awarding entertainment it is not busi- miered in the fall 2017 and Directors for a two-year spearheading The Caucus approximately $100,000 in ness as usual. The para- is gaining great traction in term (www.Caucus.org). to feature a panel discus- scholarship grants to digm has changed. ‘Black the podcast genre. Here’s a Hart is the first African- sion on sexual harassment, woman of color though the Girl Magic’ is sweeping the link to a recent podcast: COURTESY PHOTO American and first woman which will be held at Emer- Caucus Foundation. She is landscape. We are telling aurn.com/hollywood-live- Tanya Hart to head up the 45-year-old son College on Wednesday, also responsible for big our stories and demanding extra-26-wrinkle-in-time entertainment industry trade April 4 @ 7PM. Hart along name executives to be hon- we be heard and bringing Hart is a recipient of the SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE organization, along with with The Caucus is current- ored by The Caucus includ- more money and resources Distinguished Service Robert Papazian. ly working with California ing Kenya Barris, writer, to the table than ever Award and the Diversity Tanya Hart, four-time Tanya was honored by Assemblywoman Eloise Producer, “Black-ish” TV before. I am so proud to be Award from The Caucus Emmy Award and George her alma mater Michigan Reyes supporting a bill to show and “Girls Trip.” a part of this movement.” and serves on the Caucus Foster Peabody Award-win- State University during get the statute of limita- “It is a great time to be Tanya’s podcast “Hol- Foundation board of direc- ning producer of television Women’s History Month. tions changed in sexual awoman.Inworldof lywood Live Extra,” pre- tors. series and documentary As a woman who is making harassment cases. films, TV host, and syndi- a difference. Michigan In 2016, when Hart was cated radio personality has State University is featur- first elected as The Caucus Virgil Abloh named Louis Vuitton’s been elected for a second ing her for Women’s Histo- co-Chair, she has imple- term as co-chair of The Cau- ry Month. Currently, Hart mented many changes menswear designer ASSOCIATED PRESS {Continued NIKKI MICHEAUX from C-1} from wanting to be smart truth. There’s never been a because now there are more Paris-based fashion and strong to pretty. And I better time to own your roles that are open to me. As house Louis Vuitton has hope that our girls coming own product, putting your a mother, I want to be able named Kanye West collab- up now will be able to own product out there and to leave some kind of lega- orator Virgil Abloh as its choose, you can be pretty owning it. There are so cy behind for my children new menswear designer. and strong. What’s the defi- many things opening up in and I think that’s in business The 37-year-old is nition of strong, what’s the business. and I think more people of founder of the Off-White definition of pretty, that LAS: Do you have any color, we need to do that. label and will become, they get to define that for untapped gifts or talents Nicki Micheaux says alongside Balmain’s Olivi- themselves. that you would like to she spends her spare time er Rousteing, one of only LAS: What do you say explore further? as a soccer and track mom two people of color in to budding artists in enter- NM: IthinkIhavea of her two children and charge of a major fashion tainment who want to write, real desire to be an entrepre- looks forward to the house. He replaces Kim STUART RAMSON/AP IMAGES Virgil Abloh, Founder of Off-White, is pictured at an Amer- Jones, who left in January create and act in their own neur. I’ve been dabbling diverse character roles and ican Express OPEN Success Makers event to celebrate the projects? into [it] over the years, but business opportunities in to become men’s wear launch of the metal Business Platinum Card on Tuesday, NM: There’s never been now I’m really interested in front of and behind the designer for Christian Dior. Dec. 12, 2017 in New York. a better time to tell your building a business in the scenes. See our exclusive In a statement, Abloh story in whatever way you entertainment industry. I interview with Nicki said “I find the heritage and Louis Vuitton CEO the world of fashion but in want to tell it. Whether it’s think that’s my next talent, I Micheaux at www.lasen- creative integrity of the Michael Burke Monday popular culture today.” a poem, whether it’s a want to see what that might tinel.net and be sure to House are key inspirations praised Abloh’s “innate The company says movie or even your Insta- be. I still also think that catch “LOWLIFE” pre- and will look to reference creativity and disruptive Abloh's first show will take gram. You’re telling your there’s so much more that I miering April 6, 2018 in them both while drawing approach (that) have made place during men's fashion story, you’re telling your want to do as an actor theaters near you! parallels to modern times.” him so relevant, not just in week in Paris in June. THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 www.lasentinel.net D-1

By Cora JaCkson-Fossett share the healing virtue in wrote to help women be cal church? your spirit, but alsofacilities. your I -received cer Religion Editor the living waters of God’s set free and em- I attend Truth and will. Unfortunately, manytificates from many- differ Word. powered to Love Christian Church in men and women comeent into government officials Evangelist Georgia The new birth in my focus on Carson under the lead- the system already - woundfor my work. Horton is on firelife led for me to answer the the their lega- ership of Pastor Walter ed. It was only the Evenpower though I had Lord. She accepted callingChrist on my life. God cy versus Tucker III and the Rev. of God that made manyme ableadversaries while in while imprisoned - andlaunched af me into evange- their his- Robin Tucker, first lady. to prosper while in prison,prison. I learned that it is ter discovering her lismcalling while I was serving tory. I also have a Christian As it states in in Isaiahplaces of hard pressure to evangelism, she a shared 25-years-to-life sen- talk show on Hosanna 54:17, “No weapon formedthat you find out what the the Good News tence Gospel in what was then the Broadcasting against you shall prosper,Spirit of God has birthed with fellow inmatesworld’s for largest women’s Network and every tongue thatinside rises of you if you allow 21 years and continuesprison, housing to close to called, against you in judgment,the Potter to form you by spread His message 4,000 since women. “Preach- thou shall condemn.” His Theloving hands. being released three years ing With enemy (Satan) meant to ago. What is your mission a Divine destroy me and trustWhat me,encouraging words in this role? Purpose.” there were many weaponscan you share? What factors led to you My assignment and formed [against me]. John 4:14 – “But who- becoming an evangelist? mission is to share the How But, on a positivesoever note, drinketh of the wa- I came from an envi- transforming power of did your while incarcerated, I terwrote that I shall give him ronment of mental, physi- God through my tes- prison 7 curriculums that shall were never thirst, but the cal, emotional and sexual timony to as many that experi- endorsed and utilized water by that I shall give him abuse. Even though there God will allow me. My ence affect the California Departmentshall be a well of water, were many different facets goal is to have women re- your life of Corrections and- springing Reha up into ever- to my recovery, only one treats and seminars around and your bilitation and I taughtlasting over life.” My words led to my deliverance. God the world utilizing the ministry? 11 years to thousandsof wisdom of are “Time has used another evangelist tools that God gave me Prison is women in drug programs,its on voice, allow it to to speak into my life and in the curriculums that I Are you active with a lo- designed to break notchurches only and mental speak!”health

By Cora JaCkson-Fossett “This 2018 Women sentinel news serviCe are set for Sunday, April Religion Editor Rising event is a platform 1, at all three church loca- to provide women with Two Good Friday wor- tions. Worship starts at Holman United Meth- inspiration, motivation, ship services will kick-off 8:30 a.m., in Compton, odist Church will host validation, and information the Easter Resurrection located at 400 S. Santa Fe “Women Rising: Organiz- related to women’s issues. Weekend sponsored by Ave. ing Power for the Advance- Women will learn about Bishop Leon and Dr. Jac- In Los Angeles, servic- ment and Achievement health and wellness, how CORA J. FOSSETT /L.A. SENTINEL queline Martin, and the es will be held at 8 a.m. and Pastor Kelvin Sauls and of Racial Justice, Gender to improve and enhance members of Love, Peace 11:15 a.m. The services in Rev. Judi Wortham-Sauls Equality and Economic Eq- their self-esteem, educated and Happiness Family Downey start at 9 a.m., and uity” on Saturday, March on legislative processes Church. 11:15 a.m. 31, at 9 a.m., on its campus and how to thrive in a safe powerment enthusiast The 11 a.m. service will COURTESY PHOTO “These services will be located at 3320 W. Adams circle of sisterhood,” said Faredeh Hutchinson and be held at the church’s Los Bishop Leon Martin a time of praise and wor- Blvd., in Los Angeles. Sauls, who worked with physical therapist Danielle Angeles location, 4951 S. ship. We extend a special According to Pastor four co-chairs to develop Wortham. Figueroa St. and the 7:15 “The Seven Last Say- invitation to the communi- Kelvin Sauls, the purpose the agenda. Program participants p.m. service takes place at ings of Christ.” Also, the ty-at-large to attend,” said of the free event is women The co-chairs are re- include keynote speak- the church’s Downey lo- Downey service will fea- Bishop Martin empowerment and the goal altor and certified -me ers Noubese Flint, policy cation, 11022 Old River ture a choir musical and is to educate, promote, and diator Juanita Hamilton, director and manager of School Rd. Holy Communion. For information, call uplift all women of Los An- community advocate Di- Reproductive Justice Pro- Associate ministers of The Resurrection Sun- (800) 757-6552 or visit geles. ane Mitchell Henry, em- {See Holman UMC C-2} each church will preach day Celebration Services lphfamily.org. D-2 LASENTINEL.NET RELIGION THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018

By rev. Carolyn Baskin-Bell pany him to the Garden of pression, distress and dis- prayer time. Distractions Pastor, Second AME - L.A. Gethsemane, to watch and gust, there is a need for a arise from every direction. pray. prayer warrior dressed in But we must fight tempta- Text: Matthew 26:36-46 However, the disciples strong spiritual armor, es- tions, and not allow them to were not in the mood for pecially the shield of faith rock us to sleep. While traveling on this praying, but they felt like to combat against the fiery Through prayer, the faith journey as members snoozing.Why did the dis - darts associated with trials, Lord will help us to go of God’s family, we must ciples fall asleep? Why troubles and tribulations. through what we have to go practice prayer and be in didn’t they demonstrate en - Yes, faith is necessary through. We may not un- BELL AFRICAN DIGEST Many items and services constant communication thusiasm when Jesus made in difficult and doubtful derstand it, but maybe God will be available at the with the Lord. the request for them to times. When it’s prayer is teaching us. COURTESY PHOTO Ward AME Business Expo. Prayer is a communica - Rev. Carolyn Baskin-Bell pray? Maybe the disciples time, we should join in God is toughening us. tive process involving one decided to withdraw from with excitement because God is training us. What- individual talking to God onstrating what to do when the situations because of by faith, we expect God to ever, we’re going through, or the corporate body/con - life’s trouble and tribula - their flaky faith. answer, by faith, we expect our prayer should be like gregation talking to God. tions are upon us, which is Oftentime, we too, ex - God to move. Jesus’, “not my will, but Also, listening is an impor - to pray. perience conflict avoidance Prayer is the most pow- thy will be done.” tant function of the prayer The message to us is to syndrome in our own lives erful weapon that Chris- Jesus was ready to process. The Psalmist re - stop sleeping. Wake up and when it comes to others. tians possess. The enemy die and rise up with Holy By Cora JaCkson-Fossett minds us to, “Be still and pray. Instead of dealing with a attempts to rock us to sleep Ghost power to save! Jesus Religion Editor know that I am God.” In today’s text, Jesus situation, we’d rather take just like the disciples in rose with Holy Ghost pow- Obedience requires the - a nap; stay clear of the in - this text because Satan is er to forgive and transform. Ward AME Church COURTESY PHOTO requested his up-close dis Rev. Dr. Kelvin T. Calloway, Sr. listening prayer. This type ciples, the three that sup - dividual; or dodge the situ - well aware of the power of So wake up everybody, will host a free business of prayer requires spend - posedly had his back, Peter, ation. prayer. Beware of tempta- no more sleeping!!! expo on April 8, from 12 ing quiet, “I time” listening James and John, to accom - But in situations of de- tions that occur when it’s Wake up, Pray, Get up!! p.m. to 4 p.m., at 1177 W. for the voice of the Lord to 25th St., near the intersec- speak through His word, in trict director for Senator dra Chase, co-founder and and entrepreneur Jasmine tion of Adams and Hoover, our hearts and in our spir - Holman UMC Kamala Harris; Barbara director of Read Lead for Gant, creative director and in Los Angeles, announced {Continued from D-1} its! Perkins, author and co- Literacy programs (Free- founder of Aromastories. Pastor John E. Cager III. In today’s text, we ob - gramming; and Dr. Gail founder of the Los Angeles dom School). Margaret com, will participate. Services and products serve our Lord Jesus dem - Wyatt, clinical psycholo- African American Women Prescod, host of Sojourner offered by local business- gist and UCLA professor. Public Policy Institute Truth Radio, will serve as To RSVP or learn more, es, a food court and prize Serving as panelists are (LAAAWPPI); Dr. Condes- moderator. call Joni Arlain at (323) drawings will be available. the Rev. Judi Wortham- sa Curley, board member Also, Gwendolyn Poin- 731-7285 or visit hol- Also, businesses, service Sauls, Holman UMC first of the AIDS Healthcare dexter, author of “Zoe the manumc.com/eventitems/ providers and outreach lady; Heather Hutt, dis- Foundation; and Cassan- Short-Necked Giraffe” womenrising. organizations can register during the expo to be in- cluded in the print and on- line directory, which will St. John’s United Methodist Church is seeking a minister of be distributed one week Holy Chapel M.B. C. is in search of a dedicated music. Candidates must be able to teach music to children following the expo. and experienced drummer for choir rehearsals through adults, be willing to grow a music ministry, be familiar To reserve a vendor with worship music and, preferably, be able to read music. The space or list your business and Sunday services. Salary will be discussed salary is negotiable. Resumes must be submitted by April 15. Submit resumes to: or service in the directory, at time of interview. Please submit your Helen Ricks, SPRC Chair call Expo Co-chairs Forest resume to [email protected] or fax St. John’s United Methodist Church Price at (310) 930-1865 (310) 537-5112, or mail to Holy Chapel, 1016 E. 1715 Santa Ana Blvd., North or Edwina Nixon at (323) Los Angeles, CA 90002 Rosecrans Ave., Compton, CA 90220. or send via email to [email protected] 291-8879.

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

CHURCH OFFICE: (323) 755-1130 & (323) 755-1139 Fax: (323) 755-8961 Rev. Melvin Hill, Pastor FfrnqY Lifestyle HjfqyH THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018 www.lasentinel.net E-1

For twelve years The Los Angeles NAACP Youth Council has honored African American Meritorious Women in our communities during the month of March in celebration of Women’s Month ALYSON FOUSE - and a JEAN WILSON - - re movie script writer, - BARtired teacher and served as BARA HOLMES - - a Chair Preof the NAACP WIN school and FAME Church(Women in NAACP) orga- Administrator,ALICE nization. for several years. HUFFMAN - President Several of the Honorees of the California entertained Hawaii the guests with NAACP, RACHEL - INmotivating remarks about GRAM - Manager of AfricanCourt American Women Operations at the Unitedand their personal experi- States District Courts, ences in our communities. ANN JACKSON - - Former re Senator Diana tired educator, communityWatson congratulated the advocate, LARA McAU- Honorees. She received LEY - Minister and- a com standing ovation when munity advocate, DR.introduced . The Youth PRISCILLA GALES Council - Members in atten- SEATED - Alice Grigsby, Tori Bailey, Dr. Priscilla Gales, Breea Charles, (Youth Council Advisor Merelean Wilson) Clinical Social Worker, dance were enlightened. by Andrea Collins, Karin Stanford, Barbara Holmes and Faith Taylor. FAITH TAYLOR - - fashher remarks. ion designer, PATRICIA The Los Angeles STANDING - Sasha Benson,, (Cydney Davis - Youth Council Past President), Patricia Sanders, (Sharon Beard - National SANDERS - retired - SysNAACP Youth Council and First Vice President of Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc.) (Alice Huffman - California-Hawaii NAACP President), Denise Pol- tem Analyst, SHERYL Advisor L. congratulate ALL lard, Rachel Ingram, Gloria Thompson, Lori Williams, Rev. Lara McAuley, Sheryl Spiller, Jean Wilson, Barbara Feiga, Rev. SPILLER - Director for Africanthe American women Dr. Helen Easterling Williams, Anita Cal, (Youth Council President - Deandrea Sims) and Amylah Charles. NOT PICTURED Department of Public- Sofor their positive contribu- (Co-founder of; Black Lives Matter - Shamell Bell), Alyson Fouse, Ann Jackson and Dr, Rachel White-Younkins, M D). cial Services, DR. KARINtions that will enhance the - STANFORD - Professorlives of others, especially On Saturday, March mentor for others; especial- and community contribu “Black Lives Matter,” of Political Science and our African American 17, 2018, two hundred and ly the African Americantors that we may or may ALICE GRIGSBY African Studies at CSUN, Youth. eighty-six guests of the Los Youths. The Meritorious not know. The Meritorious -( Retired) Director of the Library and Learning GLORIA THOMPSON - “KEEP DOING WHAT Angeles NAACP Youth Women’s Awards were -creWomen’s Awards give us a - - Council witnessed twen- ated by Merelean Wilson, chance to meet and thank Resources at El Camino retired Professional Danc YOU ARE DOING MERI er, DR. RACHEL WHITE- TORIOUS WOMEN BE- ty-five African Americanthe Youth Council Advisor these women for what they College, ANITA M. CAL a Creator/writer and Pro- YOUNKINS, MD - Internal CAUSE IT’S ALL GOOD” women receive the Meri- twelve years ago. It was have done, are doing, and will do, to enhance the Medicines at a Hospitalist The Los Angeles torious Women’s Award obvious to her that;” Afri- ducer for TV, BREEA - in Santa Clarita, REV, DR, NAACP Youth Council is in celebration of women’can American Women were lives of others; especiallyCHARLES- Adjunct Pro our youth. fessor at USC and a Clini- HELEN EASTERLING composed of young Afri- Month. exemplary contributors in The 2018 Meritori- cal Socal Worker, AN- WILLIAMS, EdD - Dean can American Youth ages The Los Angeles our communities that en- of the Graduate School of thirteen-to-eighteenas long NAACP Youth Coun- hance the lives of others. ous Women Honorees are;DREA COLLINS - Bank - - Education and Psychology as the eighteen year olds cil recognizes African Our youth need someone to TORI BAILEY- CommuPortifolio Analyst, DE at Pepperdine University are in school. For addition- American Women forexemplify the true mean- nity volunteer, SHARONNISE PALLARD - owner and Associate Minister at al information call: (323) their; accomplishments, ing of being successful and BEARD - National Firstof Complete In-Home Vice President of the FAME Church in Los An- 291-3413 or the NAACP community contribu- helping others to achieve Services,BARBARA J. - geles, LORI WILLIAMS Office (323) 397-1179. tions, achievements, - vol their goal. These women National Top Ladies of DisFEIGA - President of the - - Entertainment Paralegal unteerism and for being are a role models, mentors tinction, Inc., SHAMELL Blue Ribbon Guild, a vol BELL - Co-founder of unteer and fundraiser, fOX Rothschild Law Firm

The New MLK Community Medical Group is open “... Ask Dr. Jeanette...” and welcoming patients The MLK Community Medical Group specializes in helping community members who have been hospitalized and those with chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart failure and kidney diseases. We coordinate care between hospitals, the medical group and community doctors. We offer: Highly talented doctors for: • Diabetes • Lung Disease • Heart Disease • Surgery • Men’s and Women’s Health • Mental Health 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 The Historical Bible writ- and the premise behind Care management and social services 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. man in flight from mistaken ten thousands of years ago: separating our cities and vengeance by giving him Short wait times 2251 W. Rosecrans Ave. Ste. 18 Deuteronomy 19:1-13, ex- setting them apart as cit- the chance to explain he Most medical insurances accepted Compton, CA 90222 plains Civil Law and Cit- ies of refuge. They reflecthad not been present at the ies of Refuge, addressing laws concerning killing the scene of the original crime. the provisions and reasons neighbor unawares and hat- Another, sanctuary pro- behind “cities of refuge.” ed him not in time past and tected a boy who acciden- MLK, Jr. Community Medical Group They are called “cities of “fleeing” to one of these tally killed his brother with MLKCMG Sentinel Ad 4.9062x5.25 r4 refuge”, not sanctuary cit- cities he might live; that if a rock. When the boy was Today’s Fresh Start ies to protect the innocent the person who is in refuge finally prosecuted, the jury and not presumed guilty. leaves that city of refuge, concluded that the brother It defines the classifica- and the avenger of blood, died of a seizure before the Charter School tion of individuals who that is the person who rock struck him. Sanctu- Excellence in Education may “flee” to thewants city to kill him, then- findary had provided time for of refuge for sanctuary. ing him without the borders the community to decide Including, persons who ac- of the city of his refuge, that, whatever the facts of cidentally [protection from the avenger of blood shall the case, the boy did not the avenger of blood] kills not be guilty of blood. deserve hanging or exile. someone or ignorantly kills Now a new name is adapted, Still, our legal system is his neighbor, one he has “sanctuary cities.” Cities of never perfectly responsive had no differences in the refuge are morphed into to people’s circumstances, past could “flee” to onesanctuary cities with immi- and sanctuary, while not of the cities of refuge. An grants as one classification. included in our statutes, example is given: two per- I’m for the innocent going has often been invoked in sons go to cut wood and if free. I hope we can sort this the United States.” Teach the head slips off of the ax out and bring equanimity. I the children. Jeanette Grat- Register Now!! and kills the other person; know for sure that the Old tan Parker, Ph.D. Founder- 8 A.M. – 5 P.M. Monday – Friday then that person can “flee” Testament Civil Laws on Superintendent of Today’s to a city of refuge. The Cities of Refuge statutes Fresh Start Charter School Address: 4514 Crenshaw Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90043 laws concerning “involun- are not applied today. So 4514 Crenshaw BL, Los Call (323) 293-9826 tary murder” are set forth much is fueled by emo- Angeles, CA 90043 [all in Numbers 35:22-29]. tions and the lines become writings are copyright. www.todaysfreshstart.org There are other scriptures blurred. Elizabeth Allen AskDrjeanette.successon- [Deuteronomy 4:41; Num- Associate professor of [email protected]. Will College Bound School All Grades, Small Classes, After School bers 35; Joshua 20] which English, UC Irvine “Why You Marry Me. Inquir- Program, Transitional Kindergarten and K-8 address the reasons for the Sanctuary Cities Must Ex- ing Minds Want To Know LORD’s statutes to have ist” LA Times, 2/15 states, Accredited by Western Association of School’s & Colleges cities of refuge established “In one case, it protected a

1/8 th page 3 Cols. x 5.25 E-2 LASENTINEL.NET FAMILY THURSDAY, MARCH 29, 2018

By Staff RepoRt was also made available thanks to one of the spon- Mothers In Action, Taste sors, Ladies of A.K.A. of Soul and their com- Sorority, Inc (Alpha munity partners, 5th An- Gamma Omega Chapter). nual community Cleanup/ The event was so well Recycling Event was a organized and received great success. Hundreds by community residents. of community residents Nearly, 1,000 community lined up in their vehicles residents took advantage around the Los Angeles of the service. Brigitte Sentinel block to shred Richards said “I am hap- munity and was thankful shredding services for this Ridley-Thomas, LA Coun- Works and Shred-It USA. sensitive documents py to be able to dispose to the event’s sponsors. highly anticipated event. cil President Herb Wesson, “Mothers In Action is and recycle electronics of unwanted articles from Empowerment Congress Other sponsors were Taste City National Bank, Clean thankful for our vil- and other hazardous un- my home and clean out West Area Neighborhood of Soul, LA Sentinel News- Harbors, Copy City, Den- lage of partners, spon- wanted waste at no cost my garage.” She believes Development Council paper, LA Watts Times, As- ny’s, Holman UMC, LA sors and volunteers,” said to them on March 24, that this helps prevent (ECWA) was once again, semblyman Reggie Jones- Sanitation, LA Conserva- President Tracy Mitchell. 2018. Voter registration dumping in our com- the proud sponsor of the free Sawyer, Supervisor Mark tion Corps, LAPD, Public