The Celebration of Black Cin- California SenatorRod Wright ema Sparks Discussion on Diver- (Ret) –“Harriet” My Choice for sity & Inclusion in Hollywood Movie of the Year (See page A-6) (See page B-2)

VOL. LXXVV, NO. 49 • $1.00 + CA. Sales Tax THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12 - 18, 2013 VOL. LXXXV NO. 50, $1.00 +CA. Sales Tax“For Over “For Eighty Over Eighty Years Years, The Voice The Voiceof Our of CommunityOur Community Speaking Speaking for forItself Itself.” THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2019

COURTESY PHOTO COURTESY PHOTO Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson and City Council unanimously ap- Council president Herb Wesson stands at a podium with organizers behind him onproves an initiative calling for the creation of an Office of Racial Equity in the City of City Hall steps. Los Angeles.

Sentinel newS Service Angelenos are treated equi- was created it was not cre- uity (ORE) that looks out and led by Community city of Los Angeles. The tably, empowered, and can ated to benefit people who for all Angelenos.” Coalition, a grassroots so- information discussed in The Los Angeles City fully participate in the city’s looked like me,” said coun- The passage of this mo- cial justice organization in these conversations was Council has unanimously democratic processes. The cil president Wesson. “I am tion comes on the heels of South Los Angeles. This collected with the goal of approved an initiative call- motion was co-introduced proud that in one of my final a month-long phase of the fall, dinners were held withusing this data to help es- ing for the creation of an by council president Herb acts as the first Black coun- embRACE LA initiative the help of producing part- tablish the new office. in the city of Los Angeles. Wesson, Councilmembers cil president, we as a coun- that has engaged commu- ners Advancement Project In surveys about the The Office would work to Mitch O’Farrell and Mar- cil acknowledge the city’s nity members through 150+ and Revolve Impact with state of racial equity in eliminate structural barri- queece Harris-Dawson, and role of structural and insti- city-wide conversations the purpose of bringing to- Los Angeles, just 21.5% ers and ensure opportunity seconded by Councilmem- tutional racism and its role about race and racism. The gether Angelenos to have of participants agreed and resources are fairly ber Paul Koretz. in righting those wrongs initiative was developed conversations about rac- or strongly agreed that and justly distributed so all “When this government with an Office of Racial -Eq by Wesson and O’Farrell ism and racial equity in the {See EQUITY A-8}

Watts native, Chef Corbin, is set to open a new restaurant while continuing to serve the community at Alta Adams.

Shannen hill lice brutality, drugs, and Contributing Writer lack of opportunity and resources.” Chef Corbin, executive Being in prison, chef at Alta Adams in West Corbin really began to Adams, is opening a soul think of his future. He food and grains restaurant reevaluated what was - im in Culver City early 2020. portant to him and came Growing up in Watts, home in 2014 ready for a Corbin learned to cook fresh start. Corbin began from his grandmother. He working at an oil refinery has always loved cooking and was soon promoted. but didn’t think about it as a COURTESY PHOTO With his new position, career until four years ago. Chef Keith Corbin Corbin had to be cleared As a young adult Corbin to drive the company ve- didn’t get the chance to Downs Housing Projects in washed to believe that thehicles. This resulted in build a career. His environ- Watts, California which is circumstances that comes the company running a ment almost got the best of truly an impoverished and along with living in suchbackground check which him and as a young adult, underserved community,” environments are normal showed the Corbin had COURTESY PHOTO he spent 10 years in prison. said Corbin, 37. “You can and a way of life, frombeen the in prison. The com- Congresswoman Karen Bass “I grew up in the Jordan absolutely become brain- gang culture, violence, po- {See CHEF A-8} {See FULL STORY A-10}

By liSa Macaro and trayed the nation” with his sent to the Senate, where Mary clare Jalonick actions toward Ukraine as the Republican majority Associated Press they pushed toward historic would be unlikely move proceedings that are certain to convict Trump, but House Democrats an- to help define his presidency not without a potentially nounced two articles of and shape the 2020 election. bitter trial just as voters impeachment against Pres- The specific charges in Iowa and other early ident Donald Trump on aimed at removing the 45th presidential primary Tuesday, declaring he “be- president of the U.S.: Abuse states begin making their of power and obstruction of choices. Congress. In the formal articles Speaker Nancy Pelosi, announced Tuesday, the flanked by the chairmen of Democrats said Trump impeachment inquiry com- enlisted a foreign power mittees at the U.S. Capitol, in “corrupting” the U.S. said they were upholding election process and en- their solemn oath to defend dangered national secu- the Constitution. Trump re- rity by asking Ukraine to sponded angrily on Twitter: AP PHOTO/SUSAN WALSH investigate his political “WITCH HUNT!” (L-R) House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Chairwoman of the House Financial Services rivals, including Demo- Voting is expected in a Committee Maxine Waters, D-Calif., Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee crat Joe Biden, while matter of days by the Judi- Eliot Engel, D-N.Y., House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler, D-N.Y., Chair- withholding U.S. mili- ciary Committee, which be- woman of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., tary aid as leverage. That gins deliberations Wednes- House Ways and Means Chairman Richard Neal and Chairman of the House Perma- benefited Russia over the day, and by Christmas in nent Select Committee on Intelligence Adam Schiff, D-Calif., unveil articles of impeach- U.S., as America’s ally www.lasentinel.net the full House. The charges, ment against President Donald Trump, during a news conference on Capitol Hill in if approved, would then be Washington, Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2019. {See DEMOCRATS A-10}

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By Stacy M. Brown nell refuses to take it up in on the Voting Rights Ad- NNPA Newswire Senior the Senate, he’s confessing vancement Act as soon as Correspondent that he believes the GOP possible. can’t win without voter “We encourage voters More than four years suppression.” across the country to unite after sections of the Voting Gerrymandering, un- in resistance by holding Rights Act of 1965 were fair voter I.D. laws, and their elected representa- taken out by the Supreme intimidation at the polls tives accountable and, most Court and following four are among the tactics be- of all, by exercising their attempts under a House led ing used to prevent voters right to vote in local, state, by Republicans, Rep. Terri of color from casting votes, and federal elections.” Sewell’s (R-Ala.) bill to stated Marcela Howell, the Sewell’s bill initially reinstate voting protections founder, and president of In would cover 11 states, in- has finally passed. Our Own Voice: National cluding nine in the South, “Voting is personal to Black Women’s Reproduc- and also California and me because it was on the tive Justice Agenda. New York. streets of my hometown, “Passage of the Vot- The bill would require Selma, that foot soldiers ing Rights Advancement all states to get federal ap- shed their blood on the Ed- Act by the House is a provalfirst for election changes mund Pettus Bride so that step toward restoring our known to disproportion- all Americans – regard- democracy. We applaud ately affect voters of color, less of race – could vote,” the House of Representa- like strict voter I.D. laws, Sewell, who is African tives for passing the Voting tighter voter registration American, wrote on Twit- Rights Advancement Act of requirements, and polling ter. 2019,” Howell stated. place closures in areas with “I am so proud the “The wholesale disen- large numbers of minority House voted to #Restor- franchisement of voters voters. eTheVote,” she added. threatens our democracy. The Voting Rights Act The measure, H.R. 4, Conservative lawmak- is perhaps the most sig- passed by a 228-187 mar- ers across the country are nificant piece of civil rights gin, with all Democrats vot- pulling out all the stops to legislation in U.S. history, ing in favor while Sewell prevent people of color – Senate Minority Leader and Pennsylvania Rep. especially Black people – Chuck Schumer stated. Brian Fitzpatrick counted from exercising our right to For more than 50 years, as the only Republicans to vote,” she stated. the law stood as a powerful support the legislation. Howell continued: force to prevent the type Many are now calling “We didn’t march and of racial discrimination in on the Senate to take up the die fighting for our right tovoting that marred Ameri- measure. vote only to have that right ca’s history before the bill’s Rev. Dr. William Bar- denied us in this new Jim passage, Schumer stated. ber, the president and se- Crow era –fueled by the “The Supreme Court’s COURTESY PHOTO nior lecturer of Repairers racist policies of conserva- disastrous decision in Shel- Rep. Terri Sewell’s (R-Ala.) of the Breach and the archi- tive state legislators and the by County v. Holder gutted tect of the Moral Mondays terrible decision in Shelby this critical legislation and the protections of the Vot- marched, and died to ex- voice heard. I urge Major- Movement in North Caro- v. Holder by the Supreme unleashed a surge of perni- ing Rights Act and beating tend the franchise to all ity Leader Mitch McCon- lina, counts among those Court that reinforced these cious Republican-led voter back the scourge of voter Americans. nell to bring this legislation calling out Senate leaders. oppressive laws. suppression laws,” he con- suppression,” Schumer “It is incumbent upon to the floor of the Senate. “The U.S. House passed “We call on Sen. Mitch tinued. added. every member of Congress Voting rights are simply too legislation to restore the McConnell to follow the “The House of Repre- He continued: to continue to fight to - in important to be banished to Voting Rights Act,” Barber leadership of House Speak- sentatives passed H.R. 4, “The right to vote is crease, rather than impede, Leader McConnell’s legis- stated. er Nancy Pelosi to stop the the Voting Rights Advance- the very wellspring of our access to the ballot box and lative graveyard.” “If [GOP Senate Major- assault on voting rights by ment Act. This is a criti- democracy. Generations ensure that every eligible ity Leader] Mitch McCon- scheduling a Senate vote cal step towards restoring have organized, protested, American can have their

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A Letter to the Community from Phillip A. Washington, Chief Executive Officer, Metro

Dear Crenshaw and South Los Angeles Communities, I recently attended a Sunday service at the West Angeles Church of God in Christ and had the opportunity to speak with many community residents who were happy to share their thoughts and opinions on Metro; and for that I am grateful. I also spoke to many of you at the Taste of Soul – one of my favorite events of the year. Based on those conversations, I wanted to take a moment to say thanks and to give a quick update on Metro’s projects in the community — and to wish you and your families Happy Holidays.

First, I want to thank the Crenshaw the site). In fact, the developer has Center to develop and train the Community – and all of South Los publicly stated they are striving to infrastructure workforce of the future. Angeles – for your patience during the exceed 30%, and within a three-mile We think the SEED School and the construction Metro has been doing radius. This project was initially slated training center will be a game since 2014 on the Crenshaw/LAX to have 15% affordable housing units, changer for preparing South Los Line. The headline news is that pretty but in response to community input, Angeles youth and adults for careers soon you’re going to have greater that number was increased to in construction and infrastructure. mobility and a lot more options for 20%. We are still in the exclusive As I reflect on the past year, I am rail travel. When the Crenshaw/LAX negotiating period with the developer amazed by how much we’ve Line opens it will connect Crenshaw and we’ll keep working to create the accomplished, but I know we have so and the communities of South Los best project possible. The developer much more to do – especially in the Angeles to the rest of the Metro Rail is also actively working with several Crenshaw Corridor and South LA. system. And when Metro’s new airport local businesses to house them in the We are in the home stretch of station for the Crenshaw/LAX and project’s commercial space. construction, and I can see the light Green Lines is completed at Aviation In July, the Metro Board of Directors at the end of the tunnel – literally. So Boulevard and 96th St, South Los approved spending up to $15 million again, thank you for your patience. Angeles will be the gateway to to help create three parks near LA County for travelers from across On behalf of Metro’s 11,000 employees, Crenshaw/LAX Line stations as part the world. I wish you and your family the joy of of Destination Crenshaw. This the holiday season. We know it feels like the construction innovative project will create 1.3 miles has been going on a long time, and it of art along Crenshaw Boulevard that Sincerely, has, but the Crenshaw/LAX Line is a celebrates the culture, history and big, bold and ambitious project with sense of place of the Crenshaw and eight new rail stations, including three African American communities. that are underground. We expect I’m very pleased to see Metro substantial completion to occur in investing in the kind of infrastructure 2020, and we’re working with the that will improve the quality of life contractor to deliver a safe, high- in communities and enhance our quality and world-class project. We’re rail line. pleased that early train testing on One more exciting development is the southern part of the route has about to get underway at the corner begun and that’s a big step forward. of Vermont and Manchester in South In addition to greater mobility, the Los Angeles. Metro is partnering with Crenshaw/LAX Line will also provide LA County to build a state-of-the-art significant economic and employment college preparatory academy and opportunities for the community. boarding school. The SEED School I’m pleased that Metro met and of Los Angeles County will provide exceeded its hiring goals while students in grades 9 through 12 with Cr well constructing the project. 60 percent of a curriculum that will prepare them {continued from Pg. A-6} the total hours worked on the project, for careers in the global infrastructure for example, were by economically industry. disadvantaged hires — our goal was The SEED School will be open to all 40%. We also exceeded Metro’s goal youth in LA County, with a special of hiring 28% minorities; we actually Phillip A. Washington focus and emphasis on opportunity hired 76%. Many of these hires were Chief Executive Officer, Metro youth – those who have had also people who lived near the experience with local safety nets project. Even before going into service, including the juvenile justice, foster the Crenshaw/LAX Line has begun to care and child welfare systems. confer benefits on local communities We have already secured funding for it will serve. the school, acquired the land, hired a Another example is the Expo/Crenshaw consultant and we will break ground joint development project. The next year. development will be required to The SEED School will be part of a comply with the county’s Local Hire larger mixed-use development project. Policy. That means at least 30% of The plans include 60,000 square feet total construction labor hours worked of retail space with a grocery store, on the project must be performed by 180 units of affordable housing, and a qualified local resident (defined as the Vermont/Manchester Training someone living within five miles of A-4 LASENTINEL.NET NEWS THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2019 CDU and APLA Health Host Rare ‘Indoor Ground Breaking’ on New Health Facility Expanding Primary, Dental and HIV Care Services in South L.A. SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE tance. APLA Health’s “Drew C.A.R.E.S. is enhanced capacity within the very excited at the prospect Charles R. Drew Univer- upcoming clinic will create a of sharing this building with sity of Medicine and Science more robust HIV prevention APLA, and we look forward (CDU) and APLA Health continuum for at-risk indi- to working together with (APLA) officially an- viduals in SPA 6, which still them to continue to provide nounced plans to move for- maintains the second highest much-needed HIV/AIDS ward on a new building percentage of HIV/AIDS care, education and research located on the CDU campus cases in L.A. County. to this under-resourced com- that would house a new “Our goal with this new munity,” said Drew CDU Wellness Center and health center is to reduce the C.A.R.E.S. faculty leader an APLA clinic during a number of new HIV infec- Nina Harawa, PhD, MPH. symbolic “indoor ground tions in the Willowbrook, “The partnership breaking” ceremony on Watts and Compton commu- between APLA and CDU Wednesday, December 4, nities by providing culturally will bring another building 2019. Plans for the upcom- competent, convenient and to our campus, and add ing 10,000 square-foot facil- COURTESY PHOTO assessable sexual health much-needed healthcare ity were formalized with a Upon its completion in 2020, the University’s Wellness Center will provide urgent care, services, along with general capacity to our communi- signed agreement between mental health counseling andwellness programs. medical, dental and behav- ty,” said CDU the two organizations in Feb- ioral health services,” said president/CEO David M. ruary 2019. APLA clinic will provide CDU currently operates years. Throughout the last Craig E. Thompson, CEO of Carlisle, PhD, MD. “We are Upon its completion in primary medical care, dental two HIV testing programs in decade, CDU and APLA APLA Health. “We know proud to stand with APLA 2020, the University’s Well- care and behavioral health the Drew Center for AIDS Health have developed a that the fight to end the epi- Health in work that so clear- ness Center will provide services to Service Planning Research, Education, and longstanding partnership demic is about tailored local ly fits in with the mission of urgent care, mental health Area (SPA) 6 residents Services (Drew C.A.R.E.S.) through these programs, col- approaches to reducing the CDU, and that is so vital to counseling and wellness pro- through a Federally Quali- and the CDU/OASIS Clinic, laborating to ensure that HIV number of new infections the LA County HIV Strate- grams to CDU students, fac- fied Health Center the latter of which has been patients in SPA 6 and and particularly addressing gic Plan, the statewide ‘End ulty and staff, while the (“FQHC”) model. in existence for over 30 throughout South Los Ange- the continuing disparities the Epidemics’ effort, and les have access to quality and the issues that create the National HIV/AIDS Compton Hosts Historical Know dental care and food assis- those disparities.” Strategy.” Dec. 16 is Deadline to Apply for $1.2 Million in Your Rights Legal Forum Scholarships from Edison Scholars Program SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE years, to 30 high school stu- son Scholars Program. dents who plan to major in Scholarship recipients On Saturday, Dec. 7, There’s still time for designated STEM fields at will be announced next the city of Compton host- high school seniors whose a four-year accredited U.S. spring. They may also be ed a historical Know Your dreams are to power the college or university. See eligible for summer intern- Rights Legal Forum at the future and make a differ- the list of eligible STEM ships at SCE after complet- Douglas Dollarhide Com- ence through the study of majors. ing their second year of col- munity Center featuring science, technology, engi- Applicants must live in lege. Compton Mayor Aja neering or math (STEM) to SCE’s service area and plan Since 2006, Edison Brown, The Cochran apply for Edison Interna- to be a full-time undergrad- International has awarded Firm’s managing partner tional’s $1.2 million 2020 uate student majoring in a an estimated $9.9 million in attorney Brian Dunn, civil Edison Scholars Program. STEM field. Eligible stu- scholarships to 640 students rights attorney and O.J. COURTESY PHOTO The scholarship appli- dents also must be a high through the Edison Schol- Simpson defense attorney, (L-R) Compton City Manager Damon M. Brown, The cation deadline is Dec. 16. school senior, have at least ars Program. Carl Douglas and his part- Cochran Firm managing attorney Brian Dunn, with Ivie, McNeill and Wyatt immigration attorney Margarette To apply and obtain addi- a cumulative 3.0 GPA and Edison International’s ner, Jamon Hicks along Mow, Compton Mayor Aja Brown, civil rights attorney tional eligibility informa- demonstrate financial need. support of charitable caus- with Ivie, McNeil and and O.J. Simpson defense attorney Carl Douglas and his tion, visit: edisonschol- Students from underserved es, including the Edison Wyatt immigration attor- partner Jamon Hicks. ars.com. communities and ethnic Scholars Program, is fund- ney, Margarette Mow. The Each year, Edison Inter- minorities are encouraged ed entirely by Edison Inter- two-hour-long panel was dos and don’ts of interact- criminal justice reform national, the parent compa- to apply. Dependents of national shareholders. SCE moderated by Compton ing with the police and discussions the city of ny of Southern California Edison International and customers’ utility bill pay- City Attorney, Damon M. immigration officers. The Compton plans to host to Edison, awards $40,000 SCE employees and retirees ments do not fund company Brown and featured the forum is first of several empower its residents. scholarships, paid over four are not eligible for the Edi- donations. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2019 NEWS LASENTINEL.NET A-5 Inglewood Unified Receives First $10M Installment of $30M in School Improvement Funds from LAWA SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE improvement,” county positive learning environ- will be considered in the administrator, Dr. Erika Tor- ment for students and teach- future based on funding Inglewood Unified on res said. “Inglewood Uni- ers, which benefits the entire availability. Nov. 14 received the first fied is investing deeply in community,” LAWA chief Some of the projects $10 million installment creating high quality learn- environmental and sustain- coincide with other from the Los Angeles World ing environments that will ability officer, Samantha improvements funded Airports (LAWA) to miti- ensure our students have the Bricker said. “Our sound- through Measure GG, a gate the impact of airplane tools they need to succeed. proofing programs for resi- 2012 bond measure that noise on students, part of a These improvements will go dents and schools in Ingle- generated $90 million for $44 million program a long way toward achiev- wood demonstrate LAWA’s Inglewood Unified facility launched in 2015 to improve ing these goals.” commitment to be a good repairs and upgrades. schools along Los Angeles Projects include replac- neighbor and partner with These include a new modu- International Airport flight ing heating, ventilation and adjacent communities. ” lar classroom building at paths. air condition (HVAC) sys- Inglewood Unified’s Woodworth-Monroe, new In October, the Board of tems, installing exterior first project was at Beulah COURTESY PHOTO playgrounds and the Airport Commissioners windows, replacing exterior Payne Elementary School, Inglewood Unified has received $10 million from the Los planned renovation of an approved a total of $30 mil- doors, upgrading ceilings where improvements were Angeles World Airports to reimburse costs soundproofing aging science building at lion to sound insulate three with sound-reducing insula- made to seven classrooms schools, including Oak Street Elementary. Pictured (l-to-r): Morningside High. schools by early 2021. The tion as well as related and a multipurpose room. Inglewood Unified chief business official, Christine Dacanay, “Our vision for Ingle- Environmental Programs Group Program manager, South money will reimburse the plumbing and electrical LAWA and the District cel- wood Unified is one of Insulation Program Raha Azarmehr, Inglewood Unified District for improvements upgrades. The work is ebrated completion of the county administrato,r Dr. Erika Torres and Inglewood Uni- steady and significant underway at Woodworth- expected to achieve interior $2.8 million project in fied executive director of Facilities, Herlinda Bazan. improvement – not only in Monroe TK-8 Magnet noise levels at or below 45 2018. our facilities, but in all our Academy and Oak Street decibels – the volume of a The Woodworth-Mon- December 2020, includes 21 $17.4 million and be com- efforts to assist our students Elementary School in addi- quiet conversation – boost roe project, which is set to classrooms and a library. pleted in early 2021. in achieving success here, tion to upcoming projects at natural light in classrooms be completed in the next few Improvements are expected The District is develop- in higher education and in Morningside High School. and cut energy costs. months, allots $17.7 million to cost $4.8 million. Morn- ing a timeline for a Child their careers,” Torres said. “This infusion of fund- “LosAngeles WorldAir- for 63 classrooms, a library ingside High targets 62 Development Center proj- “These facilities improve- ing is a welcome addition to ports believes our partner- and a multi-purpose room. classrooms, a library and ect that will span eight ments are an important ele- Inglewood Unified’s multi- ship with Inglewood Uni- Oak Street School, which is an auditorium. Improve- classrooms and cost about ment in achieving that faceted program of school fied will help to ensure a expected to be completed in ments are expected to cost $1.5 million. This project vision.” Compton Walmart Unveils First Community Mural in California Designed by a local artist, the mural is part of new initiative in select Walmart stores SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE associates and was asked to Lujan, was one of the asso- the community and this create a piece that represents ciates who helped select the beautiful gesture is just one This morning, during a the store’s associates, cus- artist and worked with of the many ways Compton community celebration, the tomers and the community. Rangel to bring the store’s associates continue to Walmart Supercenter in “I’m honored to be a vision to life. “We are excit- engage with and show their Compton unveiled a new part of this project and cre- ed to have found an artist love for Compton. It brings mural to customers, com- ate a piece that symbolizes a who had a strong connection me so much joy to be one of munity leaders, and mem- city I know and love,” said to the place where we work the first cities to have a bers of the art community. Rangel. “My art is inspired and live,” said Lujan. “We mural as part of Walmart’s The mural is the first in Cal- by my surroundings and are very proud of our city. new initiative. It’s much ifornia to be unveiled by the there’s so much history and We wanted a mural that rep- more than a mural: it’s a cel- retailer as part of a new ini- vibrance in Compton. From resents where we're from ebration of who we are as a Artist Michael Rangel with Compton Walmart Super- center Store manager, Che Bartlett, Compton Walmart tiative in select Walmart the food, to the people and and shows the history and city. It’s a warm welcome to Supercenter co-manager, Gloria Lujan, and Compton City the cars, there’s a rich cul- strength of our community." everyone who walks stores. Councilmember Emma Sharif. The mural, titled ture and a deep sense of Emma Sharif, Mayor through the doors of a store “Compton Welcomes You,” community here that makes Pro Tem and Compton Dis- that takes pride in being a unveiled later this week in are invited to view and take was designed by local artist, the city so unique, while trict 4 Councilwoman part of this city we call Salt Lake City, Utah. pictures of the new mural Michael Rangel. Rangel constantly changing.” attended the mural unveiling home.” Compton Walmart cus- and join the conversation on was selected by the Comp- Store co-manager and and addressed the crowd: Three additional murals tomers, fans of the artist and social channels using #Wal- ton Walmart Supercenter’s Compton native, Gloria “This store is truly a store of by local artists will be members of the community martMurals.

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Fanon notes lies and people, society being African and how for each other or for the mothers of humanity and that in such a context of and eventually the world. this is understood and health and wholeness of human civilization; sons severe and savage op- Our responsibility, then, asserted for good in the the world; for the loss of and daughters of the Ho- pression, they “wear the is in expanding concen- world in essential, up- human life or the mutila- locaust of enslavement; mask,” desperately seek- tric circles from family lifting and transforma- tion of historical memo- and authors and heirs of ing relief from the racist to the whole of human- tive ways. ry; and for the depriva- the Reaffi rmation of the reality surrounding us. ity and the world. It is in During this Kwanzaa, tion of material needs or 60’s, i.e., Reaffi rmation And he rightly argues this understanding that as always and as our an- the denial of dignity and of our Africanness and there is no relief or rem- the Odu Ifa teaches that cestors centuries before rights due everyone. social justice tradition. edy except in struggle “doing good worldwide us, we gather together This process and DR. MAULANA KARENGA And these leave us clear on a personal and col- is the best expression of again to celebrate and practice of righteous re- lessons and legacies lective level to defend character.” And the Hu- share the good we’ve fl ection culminates on identity, rejecting racist which pose social strug- one’s humanity and free sia instructs us that we gained and garnered; to January 1, Siku ya Ta- conceptions that prob- gle; moral grounding; oneself from oppression are morally obligated to remember in reverence amuli, the Day of Medi- lematize, indict and dis-human dignity, durabil- and from the pathology it seek and speak truth in the sacred names, noble tation. Here we are to tort our sense of Black-ity and adaptive vitality; represents in the oppres- high and low places; to deeds and enormous focus even more so andness or Africanness or and a profound commit- sor and reproduces in the demand and do justice sacrifi ces of our ances-think deeply and con- diminish or limit its rootment to excellence and oppressed. everywhere; to protect tors; and to recommit tinuously about our lives understanding as an ex-achievement as indis- It is knowing who we and provide for the poor ourselves to our highest and the world, about pression of excellence pensable to defi ning the are in the most expansive and vulnerable in every values and most exalting critical issues that con- on every level. Thisbest of what it means to sense and reaffi rming place; to do and spread visions, and to an ongo- front us and the world means embracing a con- be African and human in it in thought and prac- goodness throughout the ing practice that proves and our responsibility to ception of African that the world. tice that we can answer land; and to constantly their worth and brings understand and engage defi nes our identity way Now, to ask “am I all the question and honor repair and renew the into being the good they them. Indeed, we are to beyond the given names I ought to be?” is to rec- the ethical imperative world, making it more embody and ensure. And measure ourselves in the and assigned numbers ognize the many ways of being all we ought to beautiful and benefi cial we gather too to reaffi rm mirror of the best of our on our birth certifi cates,our identity and the ex- be. Indeed, to be all we than we inherited it. our rootedness in our history and culture and licenses or social secu- cellence it demands are ought to be is to join in own culture, to reinforce ask ourselves where we rity, insurance or other eroded, undermined and struggle to create a con- Dr. Maulana Karen- the bonds between us stand as a representative identity cards. It means otherwise damaged in text of freedom, justice, ga, Professor and Chair as African people and and embodiment of the understanding the per- the fi re and furnace of well-being and peace of Africana Studies, to meditate on the ex- best of what it means to sonal in the context of oppression. Indeed, it in the world which aids California State Uni- pansive meaning and be African and human in the communal and the is Fanon, again, who us in realizing the full- versity-Long Beach; awesome responsibility the fullest sense. cultural, for inherent in reminds us that in theness of our humanity and Executive Director, Afri- of being African in the This cultural mea- the history and culture belly of the beast of fl op-ourishing as persons can American Cultural world. surement and mirroring of our community is the pression, those less able and a people. To ask andCenter (Us); Creator of As Kwanzaa draws is achieved thru ask- source and answer of to withstand the acidic answer the question “am Kwanzaa; and author of to an end and the old ing and answering three who we are and must be-toll it takes on the hu- I all I ought to be?” then, Kwanzaa: A Celebration year meets and merges fundamental questions. come and be. man person, often go speaks to the interrelat- of Family, Community with the new, we are, as Building on the insights However else we see thru four stages of psy-edness of our identity as and Culture and Intro- always, obligated and of Frantz Fanon, these ourselves, our concep- chological disintegra- both African and human duction to Black Studies, urged by ancient cus- Kawaida rooted ques- tion of who we are must tion. Thus, they: doubtand the awesome respon- 4th Edition, www.Maula- tom and ongoing current tions are : who am I; aminclude I at least three themselves; deny them-sibility this places on us naKarenga.org. concerns to sit down and really who I am and am foundationalI identities selves, i.e., their identity;to repair and radically seriously engage in righ- all I ought to be? Now to teous refl ection on being ask who we are is both a ROD WRIGHT African in the world. To personal and communal speak of righteous re- question which cannot fl ection is, in an Ebonicsbe righteously separated. sense of the word righ-For we are anchored and teous, to talk of thought embedded in a defi nite that is real, ethical and community and culture excellent. That is to say, and refl ect the strengths thought that is free from or weaknesses of that the artifi cial, false and community and culture “Harriet” the movie is a torically correct, again so have purchased books or formulaic and comes even unintentionally. portrayal, based on the life what. The producers took went on line to learn more from the heart as well as To answer the ques-of the legendary African some license to fi t this sto-about the real Harriet Tub- from the head. What is tion of “who am I?,” we American heroine. It is not, ry into a two-hour movie. man, this is positive to me, aimed at here is thought must embrace an expan- nor is it intended to be a This means many parts of much more important than which is informed by an sive conception of our documentary of her remark- Harriet’s story didn’t make some of the “nit-picking” able life. At times during it into the fi nal production.I’ve heard. Baseball great THE LOS ANGELES SENTINEL the movie, historical facts It was not a “Biopic” aboutJackie Robinson once said, are noted on the screen. Harriet Tubman. every time he took the Harriet Tubman lived for I’ve seen the movie fi eld he carried the hopes 91 years, this movie covers THREE times with audi- and dreams of every little DANNY J. BAKEWELL SR. about 8 to 10 years of her ences of young people, colored boy who ever Executive Publisher / CEO life. So we know there is virtually all of whom came dreamed of playing major much more to her life that ROD WRIGHT JENNIFER J. THOMAS out with a deep respect forleague baseball. Let’s not we don’t see in the movie. the challenges Ms. Tub- put that kind of weight on Publisher I pray the movie raises in- iment Exodus 4:11) of her man fought through. Many the backs of our young fi lm KENNETH R. THOMAS terest in Harriet Tubman, people. Harriet Tubman wanted to learn more about makers. Publisher / CEO (1983-1997) particularly among young viewed herself as an instru- the life of Ms. Tubman. I applaud the efforts RUTH WASHINGTON people, many of whom had ment of God. The movie Sadly, many of them had of the African American Business Manager / Publisher (1948-1990) unfortunately never heard does an exceptional job of not heard of Harriet Tub-fi lmmakers. “Harriet” was COL. LEON WASHINGTON JR. of Harriet Tubman. capturing her strong faith man or the Underground written and directed by Founder / Publisher (1933-1974) Regrettably, the mov- in God and made clear herRailroad, this is a failure Kasi Lemmons, an African PAMELA A. BAKEWELL ie has raised controversy strength and accomplish- of our school system, and American woman fi lm- Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Offi cer within the African Ameri- ments were God inspired. the parents who should see maker. It was produced DANNY J. BAKEWELL JR. can community. From its “Harriet” is not a documen-to it that our children learnby Debra Martin Chase, Executive Editor / Chief of Staff historical accuracy to the tary. There are several char-their history, assuming the again, an African Ameri- BRENDA MARSH-MITCHELL fact that the lead actor was acters and scenes that areparents know it. I’ve heardcan woman. Gregory Al- Executive Assistant to the Publisher Member of the Board of British. I think we have to not historically accurate, so much criticism and vit- len Howard, an African Directors (2004-2014) be careful that we don’t let what. The producers neverriol about the movie from American man, was also BRANDON I. BROOKS, Managing Editor “The Perfect Become the claimed “Harriet” was a well-intentioned people I a principal writer of the Entertainment Editor/Sports Editor/Advertising Enemy of The Good.” We documentary, but a fi lmrespect. In some instances, screenplay. Charles King, ANGELA HOWARD, Production Designer can fi nd issues with anyone based loosely on a period inI believe we must have seen another African American Family Editor / Circulation / Distribution and anything. “Harriet” is the life of Harriet Tubmandifferent movies. I don’t man was an executive pro- CORA JACKSON-FOSSETT, Religion Editor not perfect, but if it inspires and these United States. know anyone who came ducer. Movie making is a Production Designer / Staff Writer young people to learn more While most of the movie isout of the movie without a business, people risk capi- BRIAN CARTER, Staff Writer about, the real Harriet Tub- historically accurate, there newly found or increased tal to make a profi t. For a Copy Editor man, the Underground Rail- are events described that arerespect and admiration {See WRIGHT A-8} ALAN BRAXTON, Sports Writer road and the African Holo- not chronologically or his- for Ms. Tubman. Many Copy Editor caust that is the true history E. MESIYAH MCGINNIS, Photographer / Videographer of this country, I’m satisfi ed Copy Editor and hope it wins the Acad- NIELE ANDERSON, Digital Editor emy Award for best picture! CLIFFORD RUSSELL, Advertising If “Harriet” provides a con- TAMARRA WILLIAMS, Classifi ed text for the current move- ment for reparations, that’s NATIONAL ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVE: a bonus! Amalgamated Publishers 45 W. 45th St. , New York, NY 10036 I want to provide my (212) 869-5220 - and - 2400 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, Il 60616 critique of the movie and (312) 842-0200 another perspective to some Member: Audit Bureau of Circulation, City News Service, Associated of the criticisms of “Har- Press, California Newspaper Publishers Association, National Newspaper riet.” First, I thought it Publishers Association, National Newspapers Association. was most important that the HOW TO REACH US Main Number (323) 299-3800 movie captured the spiri- tuality of Ms. Tubman. 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CITY COUNCILMEM- adults, children remember addition to the music per- BER MARQUEECE HARRIS their family or community formances, the event will DAWSON traditions more than any be full of free winter activi- gift. Winter Wonderland is ties for the entire family, It’s beginning to look a a remarkable opportunity to including sledding and lot like Christmas in South celebrate the simple things snowman building with real Los Angeles. The tree is lit that make the holidays in snow, holiday crafts and on Century and Broadway, South L.A. so beautiful and face painting, as well as hot Spotify released their zil- start or continue a family chocolate and holiday lionth holiday playlist and tradition and create life- treats. Baldwin Hills Crenshaw long memories. I grew up in South L.A. Plaza has become a Winter I love to see our com- and the holidays have Wonderland filled with hol- munity come together and always possessed a magical iday decorations and a this year’s Winter Wonder- ability to encapsulate what melanated Santa Clause. land promises to be our makes our great district so December can quickly largest celebration yet. special and unique. I vivid- become a month-long Since its debut in 2011, ly remember riding down sprint from store to holiday Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Crenshaw Blvd as a kid and gathering and everywhere Plaza’s annual Winter Won- soaking up the holiday Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson stands in front of the Christmas Tree with in between. Sometimes we derland has attracted more magic in the form of music, the Watt's Primary chorus at the Holiday Tree Lighting in South L.A. can allow holiday stress to than 20,000 attendees and decorations and the overall to define the holiday sea- featured past musical per- festive atmosphere. You days even more important magic of the holidays to Winter Wonderland will son. We try to budget for formances by GRAMMY- could literally feel the love and crystallized my deep Crenshaw Boulevard and also include a visit from more gifts or try to squeeze nominated artist, Aloe around you along with a appreciation for family and allows every resident to Santa Claus, along with toy in more holiday house visits Blacc and Willow Smith. slight nip in the air. Times community. My decision to experience the season with giveaways for children than Mr. Claus himself, but This year, GRAMMY-nom- were different then. We run for L.A. City Council their friends and family while supplies last. The our holiday memories are inated singer and song- were better off in some was motivated by my desire right here in South L.A. As event returns Saturday, rarely about the stuff. The writer, Marsha Ambrosius ways and worse in others. to ensure that South L.A. Councilmember, it’s impor- December 14th, from 3:00 toys and gadgets, even will headline Winter Won- After growing up in South families and residents can tant for families to have p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with those most desired, will derland. Ambrosius, for- L.A., my parents moved my gather and fellowship at opportunities to celebrate opening performances gather dust before long. merly of the R&B duo younger brother and me out safe, fun events here in our the holiday season right starting at 4:30 p.m. I hope How many of these holiday Floetry, will grace atten- of South L.A. to keep us community. here in our community to see many new and famil- gifts do we remember years dees with her Billboard safe during the crack Something as simple as without needing to leave in iar faces at Baldwin Hills later? Our strongest memo- chart-topping singles, as cocaine epidemic. Being a holiday celebration can order to find that same hol- Crenshaw Plaza’s upper ries are connected to the well as holiday favorites we forced to leave hurt. This make a real impact. Winter iday magic I fell in love deck along Crenshaw Blvd. people we love and as can all sing along to. In disconnect made the holi- Wonderland brings the with as a child. this Saturday. Compton deserves to be healthy. This new campaign will help make that a reality. BY DARIN BRAWLEY AND full-scale public health issues through a number of public health can be JIM MANGIA campaign that will substan- new programs like hearing improved by community tially move the needle on and vision checks at local health centers partnering There are lots of notable health for Compton fami- preschools; education, test- with other local institutions things about the city of lies. As we know, access to ing and treatment for all around a common commit- Compton. It has a rapidly a doctor is only one part of high schoolers and college ment to population health, improving school system. what a person needs to get students about reproductive building deeper relation- It’s a stable, multi-racial healthy. health; mobile clinic days at ships with residents along community with a long his- Right now, life ex- all Compton schools for stu- the way. tory of African American pectancy in Compton is five dents to get screenings and At the end of the day, we empowerment and a grow- years below the L.A. Coun- physicals; rotating Compton all believe that every single ing Latinx population. ty average. There’s a lack of high school students person has the right to Above all, Compton is a Darin Brawley Jim Mangia recreational and park space through our school based affordable, accessible health city where neighbors take which keeps kids and adults health center at Dominguez care -- and that access to care of each other. That’s next year. As the largest proud of the continuous alike from living healthy, High School; diabetes class- health care is a necessary the spirit behind a newly community health center improvement we are experi- active lives. Lung cancer es, education and sustained catalyst for justice and dig- launched public health cam- network serving the city of encing in education, equally deaths in Compton are 70% treatment; and more. We nity. That’s why we’re paign, Compton Healthy, Compton, and the longest important is the health of higher than L.A. County as also hosted the 8th annual excited to work with Comp- that aims to improve the serving health provider our community. That’s why a whole. Finally, Compton Compton Walk for a Cure, tonians to build a city we health of the 100,000 people here, St. John’s has a partic- St. John’s Well Child and has higher rates of sexually attended by thousands of can all be proud of. who call Compton home -- ular connection to Compton Family Center and Comp- transmitted infections, a people to uplift cancer sur- Darin Brawley serves as because despite the commu- -- and a particular invest- ton Unified are working to higher rate of uninsured res- vivors, provide free breast the Superintendent of nity values which make ment in improving the create synergy through idents, and the highest asth- exams, and raise awareness Compton Unified School Compton so strong, there health of its residents. Compton Healthy, provid- ma rates of any city in the around reducing the risk of District and Jim Mangia are troubling health trends Compton Unified runs ing critical health services County. breast cancer. serves as the President and that must be addressed. 35 schools serving approxi- that will enable our commu- Compton Healthy aims Overall, the campaign CEO of St. John’s Well Currently, St. John’s mately 23,000 students, and nity to thrive. to combat these health will be a way to show that Child and Family Center. Well Child and Family Cen- has seen dramatic improve- Together, we are work- ter operates four health cen- ment in education attain- ing to continue improving ters in Compton, with ment and access in recent access to health care and another set to open early years. Although we are disease indicators through a Arts and Cultural Workforce in L.A. County Lacks Diversity BY CITY NEWS SERVICE study, conducted by South- ment to DEI. ern Methodist University's A primary focus of the The staff and volunteers National Center for Arts new department is to ensure serving arts and cultural Research, found that the that every county resident organizations in Los Ange- county's cultural workforce has access to the arts. The les County are less diverse is 59% non-Hispanic white, final report relies on inter- than the general popula- though workers under the views with deeply commit- tion, according to one of age of 34 tend to be more ted supporters of the arts three related studies racially and ethnically from across the county to released today. diverse. identify themes that speak to The Los Angeles Coun- Researchers found that why people participate in ty Department of Arts and women comprise 63% of the the arts. Culture highlighted the arts and culture workforce. The report found that results of three reports The DEI study found people who are highly related to diversity, equity that grant applicants to the engaged with the arts do not and inclusion in the arts: county department define always call or think about • 2019 LA County Arts diversity in various ways. those experiences as “art and Culture Workforce Some focus on the diverse experiences.'' People value Demographics Study; makeup of their boards, art they can experience • From Words to staff, or artist communities, together in shared public Action: Implementation of while others focus on diver- spaces and see the benefits the Organizational Grant sity in the communities they as material and tangible, as Program's New Diversity, serve. well as emotional and spiri- Equity, and Inclusion The department's Re- tual. Requirement; and search and Evaluation Divi- The full reports can be • What People Talk sion offered recommenda- found at: https://www. about When They Talk tions in that report for how lacountyarts.org/learn- About the Arts. arts organizations can ing/research-evaluation/re- The demographics strengthen their commit- search-lab. A-8 LOSLASENTINEL.NET ANGELES SENTINEL OPINION NEWS THURSDAY,THURSDAY, DECEMBER DECEMBER 12, 26, 2019 2013

{continued from Pg. A-1} newed commitment by Equity the City of Los Angeles to proactively advance ra- the city is an equitable and as policymakers.” cial justice,” said Alberto inclusive place to live for The ORE would formal- Retana, president & CEO people of all races and eth- ize the city’s commitment to of Community Coalition. nicities. 85% said that they addressing systemic racial “This vote is the culmina- supported establishing an disparities. The office would tion of citizens coming to- ORE. have a number of duties, gether throughout the city “This focus on fairness including working to repair to talk with one another, and equity will matter to all harms from previous poli- share their experiences demographic groups that cies that created, upheld or and look for viable ways have been historically dis- exacerbated racial dispari- to address inequity.” criminated against, includ- ties, and correcting disparate The motion passed ing Native Americans and outcomes seen in areas such with a 14-0 vote. The next members of our transgender as education, employment, step will be for the Chief community, who have also wealth, housing and health. Legislative Analyst and faced incredible impedi- The ORE would analyze the City Administrative ments to equal opportunity city policy and programs for Officer to develop a study and fairness in all aspects the potential effects on vari- on the steps necessary to of mainstream society,” said ous communities and con- City Council President Herb Wesson speaking in front of City Hall. COURTESY PHOTO create the Office of Racial Councilmember O’Farrell. sult with city departments to Equity, consulting with “Today, the work that Herbestablish plans to address ra- fects of racial bias in Los the result of historic and tion and stand with my community partners and Wesson and I started years cial disparities within indi- Angeles city policies,” systemic factors includ- colleagues committed to with the embRACE LA ago takes an important step, vidual departments through- said Councilmember Mar- ing biased and discrimina- creating a more equitable initiative. The report will and the city will staff an of- out the city. queece Harris-Dawson. tory government decisions, city and hope the Office ofalso include an analysis fice to keep us focused on “Creating the Office of “Disparities across hous- policies, and practices Racial Equity will inspire of the staffing and budget making sure that we incor- Racial Equity is a critical ing, education, wealth, em- targeting racial and socio- similar endeavors from required from the 2020-21 porate equity and opportuni- step towards acknowledg- ployment, and health are economic minorities. I’m other legislators.” Fiscal Year Budget. ty into our overall approach ing and remediating the ef- not accidental. They are proud to introduce this mo- “Today marks a re-

restaurants in L.A. and is reach out to them which I being run and operated by did. Sometime later, these {continued from Pg. A-6} Chef formally incarcerated in- two gentlemen gave me an pany let him go. Choi, were very impressed mates that have reformed. offer that I couldn’t refuse. Often, there are setbacks with Corbin and gave him At any other restaurants From there Louella’s Cali for formerly incarcerated opportunities to work at we probably wouldn’t Soul was born.” men and women when they their fine dining restaurants have gotten a job any fur- Corbin named his res- are trying to find work. -Be to get hands on experience ther than dishwasher. Our taurant after his grand- cause of this, many people on culinary development. vibe at Alta is different.” mother Louella, his go back to their old lifestyle This led to them partnering The vibe at Alta is daughter Cali, and his fa- and end up back in prison. It with Corbin to open Alta doing something right vorite food Soul. Howev- is a vicious cycle. Fortunate- Adams where Corbin is cur- as Corbin was offered a er, it is not the usual take ly for Corbin, he was able to rently the executive chef. In chance to open his own on soul food. The menu find another job doing what the creation of Alta Adams, restaurant from two din- will feature grain bowls, he loves, cooking. He got a Corbin wanted to make sure ers. with soulfully cooked veg- job at Locol Watts where he to give people the same op- Watts native and Alta Adams Executive Chef, Keith “Two gentlemen came etables and meat. Corbin was again, soon promoted. portunities that he received. Corbin is set to open his first solo restaurant project, into ALTA for dinner en- will bring in some aspects Within six months he was He gives professional jobs Louella’s Cali Soul, early 2020. PHOTO CREDIT: KEVIN CORBIN joyed the food, service and of African cuisine as well the research and develop- and opportunity for growth ambience so much that and work with local farm- ment chef of the restaurant to formerly incarcerated provide opportunity for CDC Chef has been to Fed- they asked to speak with ers. Louella’s Cali Soul and the director of opera- men and women. underserved communities eral prison and our Gen- the chef,” said Corbin. will open early 2020 and tions. “At ALTA we hire dif- and the people that come eral manager has been to “When I came to their Corbin will remain execu- The owners of Locol, ferently than the rest of from these communities. prison,” said Corbin. “Alta table, I was handed a busi- tive chef at Alta Adams. Daniel Patterson and Roy the culinary industry. We I’ve been to prison, our is one of the hottest new ness card and was asked to

the theater. People com- derground Railroad come {continued from Pg. A-6} Harriet Tubman suffered Wright from what have been referred plained about the British alive to many who had no Roderick “Rod” movie like this, the risk is is much of her early life we to as spells. This is again, a sister playing Harriet, this idea. Could it have raised Wright – Rod is a former great that mass audiences are not shown in the movie. matter of historical fact. Some is just too silly for reasons the other brutal aspects of California State Senator, will retreat from slavery For some parts of her early historians speculate she may too numerous to men- slavery, of course? That’s and longtime community related issues. Still others life we get as flashbacks. have had narcolepsy, epilepsy tion, but Julia Roberts in the next movie! activist and businessman. won’t be satisfied that theThe movie is centered in or injuries from having her blackface, oh Hell No! In the words of my He is also a Steward at issues of slavery weren’t ad- Maryland, she escapes to skull fractured as a teen, we “Harriet” performed the sister from Compton, Ward AME Church in Los dressed sufficiently. There Philadelphia via the Under- don’t know. This makes her miracle of making Har- “The Struggle Continues,Angeles. are White folks who would ground Railroad, where she story all the more remark- riet Tubman and the - Un To God Be the Glory.” like us to forget the role of is helped by Black business- able. I believe Ms. Tubman their ancestors in the slave man, William Still, that’s was chosen by God. All of the trade and African Holocaust a historical fact. She is as- writings on her referred to her in this country. Against sisted by various people on deep spirituality. Many critics these odds, “Harriet” has her way to Philadelphia via of the movie make no refer- taken in over $30 million the Underground Railroad, ence to this important aspect WARNING: in the early receipts, more again historical fact. She of her life. Psalms 46:10 says, than double the studio pro- was assisted on her travels “Be still, and know that I am jections. Had the studios al- by free Black Minister Sam- God.” The spells may have lotted a proper promotional uel Green, historical fact. been God’s way of communi- Crude oil, gasoline, diesel fuel, and other petroleum budget, it would have done She fought for the United cating with Ms. Tubman. In products can expose you to chemicals including toluene even better. This suggests States in the Civil War and the historical writings and in and benzene, which are known to the State of California there is clearly a market for led the Combahee River the movie, Ms. Tubman said it more stories about African Raid that is a historical fact. was God who led her over the to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive American history in this In the Bible, Book of rough terrain and evading the harm. These exposures can occur in and around oil country. John 21:25 “Jesus did manyslave trackers when asked how I came out of the movie other things as well. If ev- she made her many journeys. fields, refineries, chemical plants, transport and storage with an even greater respect ery one of them were written I appreciate the fact that her operations, such as pipelines, marine terminals, tank for the legend of Harriet down, I suppose that even spirituality was a central part trucks, and other facilities and equipment. For more Tubman. I learned things the I whole world would not of the movie. didn’t know, which led me have enough room for the Psalms 23:4 says, “Even information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/petroleum. to purchase some books on books that would be written. though I walk through the val- Harriet Tubman to fill in This is a two hour movie, ley of the shadow of death. I other things I didn’t know. clearly there are events will fear no evil for You are The foregoing warning is provided pursuant to I even bought books for my that didn’t make it into the with me; Your rod and Your Proposition 65. This law requires the Governor of grandchildren. I take excep- movie. Similarly, we could staff they comfort me.” This tion to a number of critics debate issues of her per- was the motivation for Ms. California to publish a list of chemicals “known to of the movie who claimed sonality and how she might Tubman. While she couldn’t the State to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity.” it was poorly made. I found have approached different read, clearly she had a great This list is compiled in accordance with a procedure the movie well-made and things. Unfortunately, we memory and we know she was acted. I appreciated the dia- don’t have any living wit- familiar with the Bible as she established by the Proposition, and can be obtained logue and the quality of the nesses to ask. The filmmak- was close to Rev. Green as a from the California Environmental Protection Agency. cinematography. Clearly, ers did consult a historian child, again a historical fact. Proposition 65 requires that clear and reasonable there were sad depictions of and scholar on Harriet Tub- I know some purists simply Black people, but these were man as to how she thought reject the movie because they warnings be given to persons exposed to the listed largely historically accurate. Harriet might have reacted feel it wasn’t scholarly enough. chemicals in certain situations. Slaves and free Black Peo- in given situations. 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Gavin Newsom Four sources who claim Mary Jane,” has not made Natural Hair, because of the signed the law, the first of its to have insider information public comment about the timing of her case. incident. But her husband, But the show producers kind in the nation, in July. COURTESY PHOTO about the way decision mak- Authored by state Sen. ers at the television competi- NBA star Dwayne Wade, have confirmed that they are Holly Mitchell (D-Los the beginning of the end to Mitchell said when the gov- tion series treated Union say has tweeted about her firing. speaking with Union’s repre- Angeles), who is African hair discrimination. It's ernor signed her bill. the actress received more If Union decides to sue sentatives to resolve their American, the bill expands another chink in the armor of Just weeks before the than six notes describing her NBC or the show’s produc- differences. the definition of racial dis- racial discrimination in this law takes effect, news broke hairstyles as “too Black.” ers for hair discrimination, Some Twitter users are crimination to include hair. country and I'm just proud to that SAG-AFTRA, the Los Union, known for her she will not be able to stand calling for a boycott of the “We believe this is just be part of the movement," Angeles-based labor union roles in more than 25 films on the CROWN act, which show. Millions of Dollars in Homelessness Aid May Be Coming to Your County, City BY CALIFORNIA BLACK package to counties and The $650 million emergency work to do and we need the ties and cities can begin and state agencies. MEDIA cities, he had to bypass road- spending is a part of it. federal government to do its applying for and spending “I am excited to work blocks set up by the Trump “California is doing part.” 75 percent of the money with Gov. Newsom, who has Now is the time to start administration to delay the more than ever before to California law requires ($500 million) while they demonstrated national lead- checking in with your city funding. President Trump tackle the homelessness cri- local allocation of funding to wait on the numbers from ership addressing homeless- council and county board to has been a vocal critic of sis but every level of govern- be based on federally- the feds. ness throughout his career, inquire how they will allo- California’s homelessness ment, including the federal approved 2019 Point in Time The governor has and be part of California’s cate millions of dollars in crisis. government, must step up homelessness data.Although appointed Matthew Doherty, efforts to tackle the issue emergency homelessness aid The governor announced and put real skin in the local governments and Con- who has over 25 years of head on.” Gov. Newsom has released the unprecedented $1 billion game,” said Gov. Newsom. tinuums of Care have experience working on fed- Together, San Bernardi- to counties and cities across investment in fighting home- “California is making his- requested this data from the eral solutions to homeless- no, Kern and Riverside the state. lessness when he released toric investments now to feds, they have not yet ness under the Obama and counties, for example, are Gov. Newsom said to his budget for the 2019-20 help our communities fight received it. Trump administrations, as an expected to receive a total of funnel the $650 million aid fiscal year earlier this year. homelessness. But we have The governor said coun- expert advisor to his office approximately $36 million. The Soaring Cost of California Pensions is Hurting Employers and Taking Away Minority Contracts BY CALIFORNIA BLACK CalPERS confirmed that it have to cough up to money mangers, mostly National Action Network, is clear that Ted is gone and MEDIA risks falling into “low fund- CalPERS for employee pen- women and minority-owned said CalPERS’decision to cut the board has inoculated the ing levels.” If this happens, sions and benefits, too, firms managing assets worth the minority money mangers new CIO, Ben Meng, from Keeping up with the high the agency responsible for according to CalMatters. less than $2 billion who are is “unacceptable” and comes finding and utilizing high cost of pensions in Califor- managing the health and Between fiscal years 2016 charged with investing on as a surprise to him. performing talented diverse nia is hurting public sector pension benefits of more and 2017, that number sky- behalf of the largest public “Last year, the National managers that reflect the employers, city budgets and than a million public rocketed by more 8 billion. pension system in the Unit- Action Network and I met diversity of the pensioners. leading to the firing of some employees in California In an effort to streamline ed States. with Marci Frost and Ted In an October memo, minority money managers at may not able to pay its bills its own costs, CalPERS an- The returns those Eliopoulis from CalPERS in CalPERS CEO, Marcie Frost CalPERS, the California or pay out its commitments. nounced last week that it is “emerging” managers were Sacramento, both of whom said the agency is “restruc- Public Employee Retirement The League of Califor- scaling back on its “Emerg- bringing in fell below the committed to increasing the turing” its emerging manag- System, which is valued at nia Cities, which represents ing” equity fund program. agency’s targets by 126 utilization of diverse asset er program, “reducing” the $387 billion, according to more than 400 municipali- Launched in 1991 to “basis points,” according to managers across all asset number of managers, and Bloomberg News. ties across the state, is increase diversity among its an agency spokesperson. classes by creating a level cutting the assets those In its annual report, alarmed by the growing portfolio managers, the pro- The Rev. Al Sharpton, playing field,” Sharpton told investors manage from $3.6 released in November, mandatory payments they gram contracts external president and founder of the California Black Media. “It billion to $500 million. What Will California Do With Its $7 Billion Surplus? BY CALIFORNIA BLACK (LAO) recently predicted ty net, our state is now doing “We are taking impor- lion surplus to ongoing pur- on ongoing projects and MEDIA that the state will have a $7 more than ever before to tant steps so that growth is poses in 202021.” used to rest to fund one-time billion surplus by the end of provide opportunity for all broadly shared, doing it all Last fiscal year, Califor- programs, including initia- Next year, expect big this fiscal year. The follow- California families, espe- while saving record amounts nia had a record-breaking tives to solve the state’s fights among state govern- ing year, California’s sav- cially those who are not for a rainy day,” he added. $21.5 billion surplus of homelessness crisis. ment officials and your rep- ings account is projected to equally sharing in our The LAO is recom- which the state spent about By state law, the gover- resentatives in the state leg- grow to more than $18 bil- nation’s prosperity,” said mending that legislators half on paying down the nor has until Jan. 10, 2020, islature about how the huge lion. Gov. Gavin Newsom, commit no more than $1 bil- debt and bolstering reserves. to present his initial budget windfall of cash in the “As Washington soaks responding to the news. lion of the “estimated $7 bil- It invested about $4 billion to the legislature. state’s savings account Americans with a trillion should be spent. dollars in debt to pay for tax California’s nonpartisan cuts that benefit the wealthy Legislative Analyst’s Office and destroys the social safe- Black Law Enforcement Speaks Out on Proposed Menthol Ban Proposed legislation will have drastic and debilitating impact on communities of color.

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By SayBin RoBeRSon discussed two main issues - danger now.” Contributing Writer Trump’s misconduct and his “I think that if we’re obstruction of the House of able to remove Trump, we Congresswoman Karen Representatives impeach- would see a number of Re- Bass held a teleconference ment inquiry. publicans jump in to run, I with the press ahead of the Bass compares the im- do not think Pence would impeachment hearings set peachment of President go unchallenged.” for December 4, 2019, and Nixon to that of Trump’s, Regarding Trump fin- the 90-day government saying “There isn’t any- ishing his term or allowing blackout. Following the thing President Nixon did Pence to take his position, near long-running investi- that even comes close to the she stated, “I think we have gation and multiple reports misconduct and obstruction to move; I think we cannot put out by various sources, of President Trump.” wait. Even though the elec- the hearing will add much- In Schiff’s report, four tion is just a year away, we needed clarity, an effort points of misconduct are don’t know what this guy Bass was willing to share identified. Firstly, his- re is going to do over the next with the press. quest for a political fa- year.” Bass opened the conver- vor from the president of “As impeachment sation detailing the impor- Ukraine. Secondly, he fired moves forward, I’m wor- tance and urgency regarding Ambassador Marie Yova- ried that he is going to get the timeline the govern- novitch, who was known more and more unstable ment officials are currentlyfor fighting corruption and and do more irrational against. As the representa- the U.S. Ambassador to things.” tive for District 37, Bass Ukraine. Thirdly, he picked “One of the dilemmas promises to update the press his agency, which created a we are facing right now with calls and town halls. shadow policy that investi- COURTESY PHOTO is how many articles of “My committee was gated Joe Biden and lastly, Congresswoman Karen Bass details various events where Trump implicated impeachment should there looking at obstruction of froze military assistance and himself, including the infamous press conference in which he stated, “we do this all be,” Bass said. “We will justice volume two of the put a condition on meeting the time, get over it.” have articles of impeach- Meuller Report. The intelli- with him in White House ment that are the easiest gence committee was look- based on a favor transaction. licans keep saying every- regarding young voters there and do the grassroots to understand, the clearest ing at volume one of the Bass details various thing is hear-say?” she and what should be done to method of reaching out and we are not going to Meuller Report, which is the events where Trump impli- asks, “but ironically, if you get them in the know and and contacting them.” take forever doing this.” involvement of the Russians cated himself, including the believe the president is to the polls. “I am very worried “It is not accurate that in our election process,” she infamous press conference innocent, then why don’t “We’re going to have that this man who is sit- the judiciary committee is begins. “As we were caring in which he stated, “we do you bring forward the in- constitutional scholars ting in the White House going to do three to four on that investigation, it was this all the time, get over it.” formation?” basically talk about im- today is trying to subvert articles of impeachment; interrupted by a whistle- With that statement, Bass “The whole thing that peachment,” she explains our elections, that’s why we have not even had that blower who came forward says he essentially admit- they wanted to know, if he Schiff’s hearing where we all have this sense of discussion yet. But when and actually brought infor- ted to corruption, betrayal had the information, then they were called “fact wit- urgency,” she says regard- we get to that point, it will mation forward to the public of national security in the why wouldn’t he [whistle- nesses”. “They gave us a ing President Trump. “We be very clear which ones that said what the president service of foreign interest blower] come forward; we huge report with a ton of feel that this guy is danger- we are doing and why.” is doing now is actually in- and abuse of power on live want to see the whistle- facts, now our job is to ous; it’s not about what he “The reason I believe terfering with the next elec- television. blower,” she said, adding, evaluate those facts and did before, it’s about what we have to impeach him tion.” The second item focused “I don’t think they care see if those facts warrant he’s doing now. That’s the now and we have to im- As she has stated mul- on was the obstruction of about seeing the whistle- articles of impeachment.” urgency, and it might result peach him quickly, is be- tiple times, the Mueller the impeachment inquiry blower; I think they are “I am hoping that it if we’re successful in Pres- cause I believe he is a clear Report deals with the past, by, “essentially prevent- doing that so they will in- will be clear and easy to ident [Mike] Pence.” and present danger to our but recently Adam Schiff ing us from constitutional timidate anyone else from understand,” she says. “I Bass, who once be- nation, and I think he is go- created a nearly 400-page authority for congressional being a whistleblower.” frankly think the only way lieved Pence could be- ing to continue to try to in- report regarding the conduct oversight an impeachment.” Bass then opened the to deal with voters and come problematic, now terfere in the 2020 election of Trump in 2019, which “Remember how repub- floor for questions, the first young voters is to get out says, “I don’t think he’s a if we do not impeach him.”

obstruction charge was ment is focused on the the Ukraine matter and spe- Democrats {continued from Pg. A-1} consistent with his efforts Ukraine matter, Trump’s cial counsel Mueller’s two- to undermine U.S. govern- actions toward Russia con- year Russia probe. ment “investigations into tinue to underlie the debate. In his report, Mueller foreign interference.” On Tuesday, Trump met at said he could not determine Democratic leaders the White House with Ser- that Trump’s campaign con- say Trump put his politi- gey Lavrov, the Russian spired or coordinated with cal interests above those foreign minister just back Russia in the 2016 election. of the nation when he from Paris efforts to revive But he said he could not ex- asked Ukraine President peace talks with Ukraine. onerate Trump of obstruct- Volodymyr Zelenskiy in At the same time, a ing justice and left it for a July phone call to inves- top adviser to the Ukraine Congress to determine. tigate his rivals, including president, Andriy Yermak, Even as she pushed Democrat Joe Biden, and disputed key impeachment ahead with the impeach- then withheld $400 mil- testimony from U.S. Am- ment proceeding, Pelosi an- lion in military aid as the bassador Gordon Sondland, nounced an agreement with

AP PHOTO U.S. ally faced an aggres- telling Time magazine the the White House on a new Democratic leaders say Trump put his political interests above those of the nation sive Russia. They say he two did not speak of the in- U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade in the impeachment hearings. then obstructed Congress vestigations Trump wanted deal, a top priority for the by stonewalling the House during a Warsaw meeting. president as well as many fought Russian aggression, Democrats said they had ther’s penchant for name- investigation. The next steps are ex- centrist Democrats. It too, the Democrats said. a duty to act in what is now calling, assailing Pelosi and The articles say Trump pected to come swiftly after could get a vote next week. Trump then obstructed a strictly partisan undertak- “her swamp creatures.” “used the powers of the months of investigation into Congress by ordering cur- ing, as Republicans stand Senate Majority Leader presidency in a manner rent and former officials to with the president because Mitch McConnell said he that compromised the WWW.IMWLAW.COM defy House subpoenas for Trump has shown a pattern would be “totally surprised″ national security of the testimony and by blocking of behavior that, if left un- if there were 67 votes in the United States and under- access to documents, the checked, poses risks to the chamber to convict Trump, mined the integrity of the charges say. democratic process. and signaled options for a United States democratic By his conduct, Trump Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D- swift trial. He said no deci- process.” “demonstrated he will re- N.Y., the Judiciary chair- sion had been made wheth- The first article, on main a threat to national man, said the president er to call witnesses. abuse of power, says security and the Constitu- “holds the ultimate pub- In drafting the charges Trump “corruptly” solic- tion if allowed to remain in lic trust. When he betrays against the president, Pelo- ited Ukraine to investigate office, ” the nine-page im- that trust and puts himself si faced a legal and political his political rivals. peachment resolution says. before country, he endan- challenge of balancing the The second article, #1 BLACK-OWNED FIRM IN CALIFONRIA “If we did not hold him gers the Constitution; he views of her majority while Obstruction of Congress, PROVIDING LEGAL SERVICES accountable, he would endangers our democracy; hitting the Constitution’s says that Trump directed continue to undermine our he endangers our national bar of “treason, bribery or defiance of the House’s TO THE COMMUNITY election,” Pelosi said later security.” other high crimes and mis- ability to conduct its le- SINCE 1943 at a forum sponsored by “No one, not even the demeanors.” gal oversight like no other Politico. “Nothing less is at president, is above the Some liberal lawmak- president “in the history of stake than the central point law,” he said, announcing ers wanted more expan- the republic.” of our democracy - a free the charges before a portrait sive charges encompassing Trump insisted in a and fair election.’’ of George Washington. the findings from special new tweet that when he Trump tweeted that Chairman Adam Schiff counsel Robert Mueller’s asked Ukraine’s president to impeach a president of the Intelligence Commit- probe of Russian interfer- “to do us a favor” with “who has done NOTHING tee said, “We stand here to- ence in the 2016 election. the investigations, “us” is wrong, is sheer Political day because the president’s Centrist Democrats pre- a reference to USA, not Madness.” abuse of power leaves us ferred to keep the impeach- me!” Democrats, how- He later headed to Penn- with no choice.” ment articles more focused ever, say Trump’s mean- sylvania for a reelection Trump’s allies imme- on Trump’s actions toward ing could not have been campaign rally, where he diately plunged into the Ukraine as a clearer case. clearer in seeking political called the effort “impeach- fight that will extend Theinto final resolution, dirt on Biden, his possible ment lite” and promised it the new year. White House slim in length yet broad in opponent in the 2020 elec- Rodney S. Diggs, Byron Michael Purcell, Marie Maurice, would lead to his reelection Press Secretary Stepha- concept, attempted to find tion. W. Keith Wyatt and Rickey Ivie in 2020. nie Grisham said Demo- common ground by link- Republicans stand with PERSONAL INJURY ■ ENTERTAINMENT LAW The outcome appears crats are trying to “over- ing the Ukraine inquiry to the president even if they CORPORATE LAW ■ CIVIL LITIGATION increasingly set as the the Mueller probe in two don’t fully address his ac- throw″ the administration. EMPLOYMENT LAW ■ CRIMINAL LAW House presses ahead to- Campaign manager Brad separate lines. It said the tions. House GOP Leader …AND MORE ward impeachment as it has Parscale said Democrats abuse of power was con- Kevin McCarthy said, only three times in history “don’t have a viable can- sistent with Trump’s “pre- the vote would be on im- against U.S. presidents, a didate for 2020 and they vious invitations of for- peachment not “whether a P: (213) 489-0028 444 S. Flower St., Suite 1800 test of the nation’s system know it.” The president’s eign interference in United call is perfect.″ F: (213) 489-0552 Los Angeles, CA 90071 of checks and balances. son, Eric, embraced his fa- States elections,” while the While the impeach- THURSDAY, DECEMBERJANUARY 9, 12, 2014 2019 NEWS LOS ANGELES SENTINELa- 11A-7

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Have you ever known and uncomfortable. Lloyd good days than bad days someone whose attitude had no desire to open upand to make them beauti- seems to be too good to and share anything about ful, we must learn to re- be true? Do you know himself or personal life, lease some things in our someone who always but there was something life that continue to hold seems to find the aboutpositive the sincerity of the us back. I’m not say- I left off last week sistently by increments one can even come close in life and wears a smile way Mr. Rogers spoke to ing this is easy because it talking about Ike Turner, and then you wake up to His grandeur, His mag- no matter what they may him that made the walls isn’t; but it is possible. We former husband of fa- so to speak and find younificence, His glory, His be experiencing? Over the of his hesitation begin to must remember that it is a mous singer, Tina Turner. have been freed from sovereignty---He who years I’ve known a few come down. 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The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTING OPPORTUNITY the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name for Contractors, Subcontractors, Suppliers in violation of the rights of DRAFT PROGRAM ENVIRONMENTAL another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section IMPACT REPORT FOR CONNECT The Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County Invite Bids 14411 et seq., Business and for the Construction of: Professions Code). SOCAL Original Filing 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19, 1/2/20 CNS-3322583# Date: December 9, 2019 JOINT OUTFALL “H” UNIT 5A TRUNK SEWER LOS ANGELES SENTINEL REHABILITATION PHASE 2 Southern California Association of FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Governments (Bid Opening January 28, 2020 - Estimate File No. 2019316257 The following person(s) is 900 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1700 $3,000,000 - $5,000,000) (are) doing business as: Los Angeles, CA 90017 Arservices, 939 E 87th St., Los Angeles, CA 90002, Contracting and Supply Opportunities Include: County of LA The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), FRP Pipe; CIPP Liner; PVC Spiral Wound Liner; Manhole Registered owner(s): as Lead Agency, has prepared a Draft Program Environmental Christy Coy, 939 E 87th St, Construction; Manhole Rehabilitation With Arrowlock and Los Angeles, CA 90002; CA Impact Report (PEIR) (SCH# 2019011061) for Connect SoCal This business is conducted Fiberglass; Flow Bypass by: an Individual (2020-2045 Regional Transportation Plan/Sustainable The registrant commenced to Communities Strategy) in accordance with the California The Sanitation Districts encourage participation of transact business under the fictitious business name or Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Connect SoCal is a long- minority, women, disadvantaged, disabled veterans, names listed above on N/A. range regional transportation plan that provides a blueprint to and small business enterprises. I declare that all information help improve the balance between land use and transportation in this statement is true and 3ODQVDQG6SHFL¿FDWLRQVPD\EHREWDLQHGDWWKH correct. (A registrant who systems in the region. The SCAG region is comprised of declares as true any material Sanitation Districts’ Engineering Counter matter pursuant to Section six counties: Imperial, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San 1955 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA 90601 17913 of the Business and Bernardino, and Ventura. (562) 908-4288, Ext. 1205 Professions code that the registrant knows to be false Visit our Web site at “www.lacsd.org” is guilty of a misdemeanor and click on “New Construction Projects” Connect SoCal provides transportation projects and land use CNS-3322138# punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars strategies to help achieve a coordinated balance of land uses ($1,000)). ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE previously issued. and transportation investments to improve mobility, promote FEE WAIVER: If you cannot S/ Christy Coy, Owner pay the filing fee, ask the clerk FOR CHANGE OF NAME The court will complete the This statement was filed sustainability, facilitate economic development and preserve for a fee waiver form. The Case No. 19STCP04855 rest of this form. Superior Court of California, with the County Clerk of Los court may order you to pay 6. Order granting request to Angeles on December 9, the quality of life in the region. It envisions future regional back all or part of the fees and County of Los Angeles continue hearing and notice Petition of: Johnny Ray Jones 2019. growth that is well coordinated with the transportation system costs that the court waived for of new hearing NOTICE-In accordance with you or the other party. for Change of Name a. The court hearing is improvements, as well as anticipates new transportation TO ALL INTERESTED continued to the date, time, Subdivision (a) of Section EXENCIÓN DE CUOTAS: 17920, a Fictitious Name Si no puede pagar la cuota PERSONS: and location shown below: projects planned for the region. It also incorporates Petitioner Johnny Ray Jones New Hearing Date: 11/14/19 Statement generally expires de presentación, pida al at the end of five years from best practices for increasing transportation choices and secretario un formulario de filed a petition with this court Time: 8:30 AM Dept.: S15 for a decree changing names Room: 3300 the date on which it was filed exención de cuotas. La corte in the office of the County transportation infrastructure expenditures; encouraging puede ordenar que usted as follows: Address of court: Same as Johnnie Ray Jones to Johnny noted above Clerk, except, as provided reduced dependence on single-occupant automobiles; pague, ya sea en parte o por in Subdivision (b) of Section completo, las cuotas y costos Ray Jones 7. Reason for the and increasing jobs/housing balance and land use/transit The Court orders that all 17920, where it expires de la corte previamente continuance 40 days after any change coordination, where feasible, in all parts of the region. exentos a petición de usted o persons interested in this a. The continuance is needed matter appear before this because in the facts set forth in the de la otra parte. statement pursuant to Section 1. The name and address court at the hearing indicated Other good cause as stated below to show cause, if any, below 17913 other than a change The Draft PEIR evaluates the following resource areas: of the court are (El nombre in the residence address of y dirección de la corte son): why the petition for change of awaiting proof of service by Aesthetics; Agriculture and Forestry Resources; Air Quality; name should not be granted. publication. a registered owner. A new Superior Court of California, Fictitious Business Name Biological Resources; Cultural Resources; Energy; Geology and County of Ventura, 800 South Any person objecting to the 11. A Responsive Declaration name changes described to Request for Order form Statement must be filed Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA before the expiration. Effective Soils; Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Climate Change; Hazards 93009 above must file a written FL-320 must be filed and objection that includes the served on or before (date): January 1, 2014, the Fictitious and Hazardous Materials; Hydrology and Water Quality; Land 2. The name, address, and Business Name Statement telephone number of the reasons for the objection at Other orders: If Publication Use and Planning; Mineral Resources; Noise; Population least two court days before POS is Valid, Court finas that must be accompanied by the petitioner’s attorney, or the Affidavit of Identity form. and Housing; Public Services; Recreation; Transportation petitioner without an attorney, the matter is scheduled to @3:20 pm, Respondent had be heard and must appear not appeared. The filing of this statement are: (El nombre, dirección does not of itself authorize DQG7UDɝF7ULEDO&XOWXUDO5HVRXUFHV8WLOLWLHVDQG6HUYLFH y número de teléfono del at the hearing to show cause If publication is invalid the why the petition should not be matter shall be continued to a the use in this state of a 6\VWHPVDQG:LOGȴUH$GGLWLRQDOO\WKH'UDIW3(Ζ5ZLOOHYDOXDWH abogado del demandante, Fictitious Business Name o del demandante si no granted. If no written objection new date with publication three alternatives (No Project, Existing Plans-Local Input, and is timely filed, the court may 10/21/19 S/ MARIA PUENTE- in violation of the rights of tiene abogado, son): Sophia another under Federal, State, Henrietta Berkley, 860 Laurel grant the petition without a PORRAS ΖQWHQVLȴHG/DQG8VH  hearing. or common law (See Section Park Circle, Camarillo, CA ORDER ON REQUEST TO 14411 et seq., Business and 93012; (213) 280-3408 Notice of Hearing: CONTINUE HEARING Date: January 21, 2020, Time: Complete items 1,2,3, and 4 Professions Code). The Draft PEIR is available for a public review and comment Date (Fecha): April 3, 2019 Original MICHAEL D. PLANET, Clerk, 10:30 AM, Dept.: 44, Room: 1.The hearing is currently 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19, 1/2/20 period for at least 45-days from December 9, 2019 to by (Secretario, por) KATIE L. 418 scheduled for: 2/3/2020 CNS-3322576# January 24, 2020. Written comments will be accepted no MUCKEY, Deputy (Asistente) The address of the court is 2. Name of party who filed the LOS ANGELES SENTINEL [SEAL] 111 N. Hill St., LA, 90012 Request for Order, Order to later than 5:00 p.m. on January 24, 2020. A copy of the Draft 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19, 1/2/20 A copy of this Order to Show Show Cause, or other matter FICTITIOUS BUSINESS PEIR is available at: http://connectsocal.org and at SCAG’s Los CNS-3320518# Cause shall be published at is: Claudia M. Trujillo NAME STATEMENT LOS ANGELES SENTINEL least once each week for four 3. Name of party asking File No. 2019312322 $QJHOHVRɝFH&'VDUHDYDLODEOHIRUUHYLHZDWPDMRUOLEUDULHVLQ successive weeks prior to to continue the hearing is: The following person(s) is ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE the date set for hearing on Claudia M. Trujillo (are) doing business as: WKHUHJLRQ FRQWDFW6&$*IRUVSHFLȴFORFDWLRQV &RPPHQWVPD\ FOR CHANGE OF NAME the petition in the following 4. The request to continue GERALDINE WILLIAMS- be submitted using an online form at http://connectsocal.org Case No. 19CMCP00154 newspaper of general does not include temporary REAL ESTATE TEAM, 36517 Superior Court of California, circulation, printed in this emergency (ex parte) order CALICO WAY, PALMDALE, or via email at [email protected]. A public workshop will County of Los Angeles county: L.A. Sentinel previously issued. CA 93550 County of LOS WDNHSODFHDW6&$*ȇV/RV$QJHOHVRɝFH5RRP3ROLF\0HHWLQJ$ Petition of: James Uriel Date: Nov. 13, 2019 The court will complete the ANGELES Sandoval by and through Edward B. Moreton, Jr. rest of this form. Mailing Address: P. O. BOX located at the address shown above on Thursday, January mother Yvette Sandoval for Judge of the Superior Court 6. Order granting request to 4803, CARSON, CA 90749 9, 2020, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Video conferencing of the Change of Name 11/21, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12/19 continue hearing and notice Registered owner(s): TO ALL INTERESTED CNS-3316099# of new hearing LOS ANGELES SENTINEL GERALDINE WILLIAMS, SXEOLFZRUNVKRSVLVDYDLODEOHIURP6&$*ȇVUHJLRQDORɝFHVDQG PERSONS: a. The court hearing is 36517 CALICO WAY, videoconferencing sites. For more information on the locations Petitioner James Uriel continued to the date, time, PALMDALE, CA 93550 Sandoval by and through NOTICE OF HEARING and location shown below: This business is conducted by RI6&$*ȇVUHJLRQDORɝFHVDQGYLGHRFRQIHUHQFLQJVLWHVSOHDVH mother Yvette Sandoval filed Request for Order Change New Hearing Date: 2/3/2020 an Individual a petition with this court for Child Custody, Visitation Time: 8:30 AM Dept.: S15 The registrant(s) started doing visit SCAG’s website at: https://www.scag.ca.gov/about/Pages/ a decree changing names as (Parenting Time) Room: 3300 Case Number: NF009732 business on 09/2019. 6&$*2ɝFHVDVS[ follows: Address of court: Same as I declare that all information James Uriel Sandoval to Superior Court of California, noted above County of Los Angeles in this statement is true and James Victor Sandoval 7. Reason for the correct. (A registrant who The Court orders that all Petitioner: Claudia M. Trujillo continuance Respondent: Tejon Black declares as true any material persons interested in this a. The continuance is needed matter pursuant to Section matter appear before this To: Tejon A. Black, because Respondent 17913 of the Business and court at the hearing indicated Other good cause as stated Professions code that the below to show cause, if any, A Court Hearing will be held below as follows: registrant knows to be false why the petition for change of Awaiting proof of service by is guilty of a misdemeanor name should not be granted. Date: 7-8-19 Time: 8:30am publication. Dept.: 15 Room: 3300 punishable by a fine not to Any person objecting to the 9. Service of order exceed one thousand dollars name changes described Address of court: 275 The documents listed in 10 Magnolia Avenue, Long ($1,000)). above must file a written must be served by: 1/16/2020 S/GERALDINE WILLIAMS, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA objection that includes the Beach, CA 90802 on respondent/defendant WARNING to the person Owner ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS reasons for the objection at Other order regarding service: This statement was filed 900 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1700 least two court days before served with the Request Publication for Order: The court may with the County Clerk of Los Angeles, CA 90017 The 2020-2045 Regional Transportation Plan/ the matter is scheduled to 10. Documents for service make the requested orders Los Angeles County on Tel. (213) 236-1800 | scag.ca.gov Sustainable Communities Strategy be heard and must appear A filed copy of this order (form 12/03/2019. at the hearing to show cause without you if you do not file FL-307) must be presented a Responsive Declaration NOTICE-In accordance with why the petition should not be as the cover page to the Subdivision (a) of Section granted. If no written objection to Request for Order (form following documents when FL-320), serve a copy on the 17920, a Fictitious Name ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE letter, phone call, or court is timely filed, the court may served: Statement generally expires FOR CHANGE OF NAME appearance will not protect grant the petition without a other parties at least nine A copy of the previously filed court days before the hearing at the end of five years from CITY OF LOS Case No. 19NWCP00456 you. hearing. Request for Order, Order to the date on which it was filed Superior Court of California, If you do not file your Notice of Hearing: (unless the court has ordered Show Cause, or other moving ANGELES a shorter period of time) and in the office of the County County of Los Angeles Response on time, the court Date: 01/21/20, Time: 8:30 paper Clerk, except, as provided Petition of: Sol Veronica Avila may make orders affecting a.m., Dept.: A appear at the hearing. (See Date: 11/14/19 form FL-320-INFO for more in Subdivision (b) of Section Angulo for Change of Name your marriage or domestic The address of the court is S/ MARIA PUENTE-PORRAS 17920, where it expires TO ALL INTERESTED partnership, your property, 200 West Compton Blvd., information.) 11/21, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12/19 (Forms FL-300-INFO and 40 days after any change $50,000 REWARD NOTICE PERSONS: and custody of your children. Compton, CA 90220 CNS-3315790# in the facts set forth in the DV-400-INFO provide LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The City of Los Angeles Petitioner Sol Veronica Avila You may be ordered to pay A copy of this Order to Show statement pursuant to Section offers a reward payable at the Angulo filed a petition with this support and attorney fees and Cause shall be published at information about completing this form.) 17913 other than a change discretion of the City Council court for a decree changing costs. least once each week for four in the residence address of to one or more persons in names as follows: For legal advice, contact a successive weeks prior to ORDER ON REQUEST TO a registered owner. A new the sum or sums up to an Sol Veronica Avila Angulo to lawyer immediately. Get the date set for hearing on CONTINUE HEARING FICTITIOUS Fictitious Business Name aggregate maximum total sum Kenett Veronica Avila Angulo help finding a lawyer at the the petition in the following Complete items 1,2,3, and 4 1.The hearing is currently Statement must be filed of $50,000 for information The Court orders that all California Courts Online Self- newspaper of general BUSINESS before the expiration. Effective leading to the identification persons interested in this Help Center (www.courts. circulation, printed in this scheduled for: 8/28/19 2. Name of party who filed the NAMES January 1, 2014, the Fictitious and apprehension of matter appear before this ca.gov/selfhelp), at the county: L.A. Sentinel Business Name Statement the person or persons court at the hearing indicated California Legal Services Date: 11/19/19 Request for Order, Order to Show Cause, or other matter must be accompanied by the responsible for the DEATH below to show cause, if any, website (www.lawhelpca.org), GARY Y. TANAKA Affidavit of Identity form. OF CHLOE SUMMER why the petition for change of or by contacting your local Judge of the Superior Court is: Claudia M. Trujillo 12/5, 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19 3. Name of party asking The filing of this statement EVANS, in the City of Los name should not be granted. county bar association. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS does not of itself authorize Angeles. On Friday, October CNS-3319188# to continue the hearing is: NAME STATEMENT Any person objecting to the Tiene 30 días de calendario LOS ANGELES SENTINEL the use in this state of a 25, 2019, at approximately name changes described después de haber recibido la Claudia M. Trujillo File No. 2019315287 4. The request to continue Fictitious Business Name 6:00 a.m., 18-year old Chloe above must file a written entrega legal de esta Citación The following person(s) is in violation of the rights of Summer Evans was in a objection that includes the y Petición para presentar does not include temporary (are) doing business as: th ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE another under Federal, State, vehicle on 104 Street, just reasons for the objection at una Respuesta (formulario emergency (ex parte) order ALBERT A. BLACKSHER FOR CHANGE OF NAME previously issued. or common law (See Section west of Figueroa Street when least two court days before FL-120) ante la corte y TRUCKING,LLC, 335 E. 14411 et seq., Business and another vehicle approached Case No. 19SMCP00555 The court will complete the ALBERTONI STREET STE the matter is scheduled to efectuar la entrega legal de Superior Court of California, Professions Code). and an unknown person or be heard and must appear una copia al demandante. rest of this form. 200 548, CARSON, CA 90746 Original Filing persons shot at her and the County of Los Angeles 6. Order granting request to County of LOS ANGELES at the hearing to show cause Una carta o llamada telefónica Petition of: Sahba Ghiasi 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19, 1/2/20 other vehicle occupants. Ms. why the petition should not be o una audiencia de la corte no continue hearing and notice Registered owner(s): CNS-3322546# Evans was fatally wounded, Hafezi and Azad Qazi Zade of new hearing ALBERT A BLACKSHER LOS ANGELES SENTINEL granted. If no written objection basta para protegerlo. (minor) for Change of Name and the suspect(s) fled the is timely filed, the court may Si no presenta su Respuesta a. The court hearing is TRUCKING,LLC, 335 E. scene. To date, the detectives TO ALL INTERESTED continued to the date, time, ALBERTONI STREET STE grant the petition without a a tiempo, la corte puede PERSONS: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS investigating this crime have hearing. dar órdenes que afecten su and location shown below: 200 548, CARSON, CA NAME STATEMENT not been able to identify the Petitioner Sahba Ghiasi New Hearing Date: 10/21/19 90746; State of Incorporation: File No. 2019315294 Notice of Hearing: matrimonio o pareja de hecho, Hafezi and Azad Qazi Zade suspect or suspects in this Date: 2/5/2020, Time: 1:30 sus bienes y la custodia de Time: 8:30 AM Dept.: S15 CA The following person(s) is crime, and believe that a filed a petition with this court Room: 3300 This business is conducted by (are) doing business as: PM, Dept.: C sus hijos. La corte también for a decree changing names monetary reward may compel The address of the court le puede ordenar que pague Address of court: Same as a limited liability company BLACKSHER members of the public to as follows: noted above The registrant(s) started doing CONTRACTING is 12720 Norwalk Blvd., manutención, y honorarios y Eva Sophia Qazi Zade to Eva provide information related to Norwalk, CA 90650 costos legales. 7. Reason for the business on 12/2019. ENTERPRISE,LLC, 3063 Ms. Evans’ death. The person Sophia Zade continuance I declare that all information FIELD AVE ., LOS ANGELES, A copy of this Order to Show Para asesoramiento legal, The Court orders that all or persons responsible Cause shall be published póngase en contacto de a. The continuance is needed in this statement is true and CA 90016 County of LOS for this crime represent an persons interested in this because correct. (A registrant who ANGELES at least once each week inmediato con un abogado. matter appear before this ongoing threat to the safety for four successive weeks Puede obtener información The papers could not be declares as true any material Registered owner(s): of the people of Los Angeles. court at the hearing indicated served as required before the matter pursuant to Section BLACKSHER prior to the date set for para encontrar un abogado below to show cause, if any, Unless withdrawn or paid by hearing on the petition in en el Centro de Ayuda de hearing date. 17913 of the Business and CONTRACTING City Council action, this offer why the petition for change of 9. Service of order Professions code that the ENTERPRISE,LLC, 3063 the following newspaper of las Cortes de California name should not be granted. of reward shall terminate general circulation, printed (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en The documents listed in 10 registrant knows to be false FIELD AVE., LOS ANGELES, on, and have no effect after, Any person objecting to the must be served by: Per Code is guilty of a misdemeanor CA 90016; State of in this county: LA Sentinel el sitio web de los Servicios name changes described JUNE 9, 2020. Newspaper Legales de California (www. on Respondent/defendant punishable by a fine not to Incorporation: CA The provisions of payment above must file a written Other orders regarding exceed one thousand dollars This business is conducted by Date: Dec 5, 2019 lawhelpca.org) o poniéndose objection that includes the and all other considerations Margaret M. Bernal en contacto con el colegio de service: by publication ($1,000)). a limited liability company shall be governed by Chapter reasons for the objection at 10. Documents for service ALBERT A BLACKSHER The registrant(s) started doing Judge of the Superior Court abogados de su condado. least two court days before 12 of Division 19 of the 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19, 1/2/20 NOTICE—RESTRAINING A filed copy of this order (form TRUCKING,LLC business on 12/2019. LAAC Code, as amended CNS-3322262# the matter is scheduled to FL-307) must be presented S/ ALBERT A. BLACKSHER, I declare that all information ORDERS ARE ON PAGE be heard and must appear by Ordinance Nos. 158157 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 2: These restraining orders as the cover page to the Managing Member in this statement is true and and 166666. This offer shall at the hearing to show cause following documents when This statement was filed correct. (A registrant who are effective against both why the petition should not be be given upon the condition SUMMONS (Family Law) spouses or domestic partners served: with the County Clerk of declares as true any material that all claimants provide CITACIÓN (Derecho granted. If no written objection A copy of the previously filed Los Angeles County on matter pursuant to Section until the petition is dismissed, is timely filed, the court may continued cooperation within familiar) a judgment is entered, Request for Order, Order to 12/06/2019. 17913 of the Business and the criminal justice system CASE NUMBER (NÚMERO grant the petition without a Show Cause, or other moving NOTICE-In accordance with Professions code that the or the court makes further hearing. relative to this case and is DE CASO): D392613 orders. They are enforceable paper Subdivision (a) of Section registrant knows to be false not available to public officers NOTICE TO RESPONDENT Notice of Hearing: 11. A Responsive Declaration 17920, a Fictitious Name is guilty of a misdemeanor anywhere in California by any Date: 1/3/2020, Time: 8:30, or employees of the City, (Name): AVISO AL law enforcement officer who to Request to Order form Statement generally expires punishable by a fine not to their families, persons in DEMANDADO (Nombre): Dept.: K FL-320 must be filed and at the end of five years from exceed one thousand dollars has received or seen a copy The address of the court law enforcement or persons MARGUS BRANDON of them. served on or before: 10/21/19 the date on which it was filed ($1,000)). whose misconduct prompted DILLARD is 1725 Main Street, Santa Date: 8/28/19 in the office of the County BLACKSHER AVISO—LAS ÓRDENES Monica, CA, 90401 this reward. If you have any You have been sued. Read DE RESTRICCIÓN SE S/ MARIA PUENTE-PORRAS Clerk, except, as provided CONTRACTING information regarding this the information below and on A copy of this Order to Show ORDER ON REQUEST TO in Subdivision (b) of Section ENTERPRISE,LLC ENCUENTRAN EN LA Cause shall be published at case, please call the Los the next page. PÁGINA 2: Las órdenes de CONTINUE HEARING 17920, where it expires S/ ALBERT A BLACKSHER, Angeles Police Department at Lo han demandado. Lea la least once each week for four Complete items 1,2,3, and 4. 40 days after any change Managing Member restricción están en vigencia successive weeks prior to 1-877-LAWFULL, 24 hours. información a continuación y en cuanto a ambos cónyuges 1.The hearing is currently in the facts set forth in the This statement was filed C. F. No. 19-0010-s17 en la página siguiente. the date set for hearing on scheduled for: 10/21/19 statement pursuant to Section with the County Clerk of o miembros de la pareja de the petition in the following 12/12/19 Petitioner’s name is: hecho hasta que se despida 2. Name of party who filed the 17913 other than a change Los Angeles County on CNS-3321267# Nombre del demandante: newspaper of general Request for Order, Order to in the residence address of 12/06/2019. LOS ANGELES SENTINEL la petición, se emita un fallo circulation, printed in this SOPHIA HENRIETTA o la corte dé otras órdenes. Show Cause, or other matter a registered owner. A new NOTICE-In accordance with BERKLEY county: Los Angeles Sentinel is: Claudia M. Trujillo Fictitious Business Name Subdivision (a) of Section Cualquier agencia del orden Date: 11/14/19 You have 30 calendar days público que haya recibido 3. Name of party asking Statement must be filed 17920, a Fictitious Name after this Summons and LAWRENCE H CHO to continue the hearing is: before the expiration. Effective Statement generally expires o visto una copia de estas Judge of the Superior Court CIVIL Petition are served on you to órdenes puede hacerlas Claudia M. Trjuillo January 1, 2014, the Fictitious at the end of five years from file a Response (form FL-120) 11/21, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12/19 acatar en cualquier lugar de CNS-3316226# 4. The request to continue Business Name Statement the date on which it was filed at the court and have a copy California. LOS ANGELES SENTINEL does not include temporary must be accompanied by the in the office of the County served on the petitioner. A emergency (ex parte) order Affidavit of Identity form. Clerk, except, as provided THURSDAY,THURSDAY, JANUARY DECEMBER 9, 2014 12, 2019 CLASSIFIEDNEWS LOSLASENTINEL.NET ANGELES SENTINEL A-13A-7

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in Subdivision (b) of Section Los Angeles County on 2435 S ORANGE DRIVE, Original 17913 other than a change This statement was filed a Corporation 17920, where it expires 11/19/2019. LOS ANGELES, CA 90016 11/28, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19/19 in the residence address of with the County Clerk of The registrant(s) started doing 40 days after any change NOTICE-In accordance with This business is conducted by CNS-3318723# a registered owner. A new Los Angeles County on business on 09/2019. in the facts set forth in the Subdivision (a) of Section an Individual LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Fictitious Business Name 11/12/2019. I declare that all information statement pursuant to Section 17920, a Fictitious Name The registrant(s) started doing Statement must be filed NOTICE-In accordance with in this statement is true and 17913 other than a change Statement generally expires business on 11/2019. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS before the expiration. Effective Subdivision (a) of Section correct. (A registrant who in the residence address of at the end of five years from I declare that all information NAME STATEMENT January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 17920, a Fictitious Name declares as true any material a registered owner. A new the date on which it was filed in this statement is true and File No. 2019304039 Business Name Statement Statement generally expires matter pursuant to Section Fictitious Business Name in the office of the County correct. (A registrant who The following person(s) is must be accompanied by the at the end of five years from 17913 of the Business and Statement must be filed Clerk, except, as provided declares as true any material (are) doing business as: Affidavit of Identity form. the date on which it was filed Professions code that the before the expiration. Effective in Subdivision (b) of Section matter pursuant to Section Staystrong Resume The filing of this statement in the office of the County registrant knows to be false January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 17920, where it expires 17913 of the Business and Coaching Services, 3889 does not of itself authorize Clerk, except, as provided is guilty of a misdemeanor Business Name Statement 40 days after any change Professions code that the Lesage St, Lynwood the use in this state of a in Subdivision (b) of Section punishable by a fine not to must be accompanied by the in the facts set forth in the registrant knows to be false CA 90262, County of Los Fictitious Business Name 17920, where it expires exceed one thousand dollars Affidavit of Identity form. statement pursuant to Section is guilty of a misdemeanor Angeles; Mailing Address: in violation of the rights of 40 days after any change ($1,000)). The filing of this statement 17913 other than a change punishable by a fine not to Articles of Incorporation or another under Federal, State, in the facts set forth in the EMERALD LIGHT does not of itself authorize in the residence address of exceed one thousand dollars Organization Number: AI or common law (See Section statement pursuant to Section PICTURES, INC. the use in this state of a a registered owner. A new ($1,000)). #ON: 14411 et seq., Business and 17913 other than a change S/ JANE BALLARD, President Fictitious Business Name Fictitious Business Name S/CHERYL PAUL FRANCIS, Registered owner(s): Professions Code). in the residence address of This statement was filed in violation of the rights of Statement must be filed Owner Stacey R. Armstrong, 3889 Original a registered owner. A new with the County Clerk of another under Federal, State, before the expiration. Effective This statement was filed Lesage St, Lynwood CA 11/28, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19/19 Fictitious Business Name Los Angeles County on or common law (See Section January 1, 2014, the Fictitious with the County Clerk of 90262 CNS-3318697# Statement must be filed 11/04/2019. 14411 et seq., Business and Business Name Statement Los Angeles County on This business is conducted LOS ANGELES SENTINEL before the expiration. Effective NOTICE-In accordance with Professions Code). must be accompanied by the 11/21/2019. by: an Individual January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Subdivision (a) of Section Original Filing Affidavit of Identity form. NOTICE-In accordance with The registrant commenced FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Business Name Statement 17920, a Fictitious Name 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19, 1/2/20 The filing of this statement Subdivision (a) of Section to transact business under NAME STATEMENT must be accompanied by the Statement generally expires CNS-3322535# does not of itself authorize 17920, a Fictitious Name the fictitious business name File No. 2019305228 Affidavit of Identity form. at the end of five years from LOS ANGELES SENTINEL the use in this state of a Statement generally expires or names listed above on The following person(s) is The filing of this statement the date on which it was filed Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from 11/2019 (are) doing business as: does not of itself authorize in the office of the County FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in violation of the rights of the date on which it was filed I declare that all information Global Assistance the use in this state of a Clerk, except, as provided NAME STATEMENT another under Federal, State, in the office of the County in this statement is true and Ministries, 1961 W. Fictitious Business Name in Subdivision (b) of Section File No. 2019306474 or common law (See Section Clerk, except, as provided correct. (A registrant who Manchester Ave., Los in violation of the rights of 17920, where it expires The following person(s) is 14411 et seq., Business and in Subdivision (b) of Section declares as true any material Angeles, CA 90047, County another under Federal, State, 40 days after any change (are) doing business as: Professions Code). 17920, where it expires matter pursuant to Section of LA; Mailing Address: PO or common law (See Section in the facts set forth in the Shoe Empress Shoetique, Original Filing 40 days after any change 17913 of the Business and Box 2604, Newport Beach, 14411 et seq., Business and statement pursuant to Section 2419 West 152nd, Compton, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19 in the facts set forth in the Professions code that the CA 92659 Professions Code). 17913 other than a change CA 90220, County of LA CNS-3320370# statement pursuant to Section registrant knows to be false Registered owner(s): Original Filing in the residence address of Registered owner(s): LOS ANGELES SENTINEL 17913 other than a change is guilty of a misdemeanor Dooshima Dorothy Ornguze, 11/21, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12/19 a registered owner. A new Michelle Newman, 2419 West in the residence address of punishable by a fine not to 1961 W. Manchester Ave., CNS-3316484# Fictitious Business Name 152nd Street, Compton, CA FICTITIOUS BUSINESS a registered owner. A new exceed one thousand dollars Los Angeles, CA 90047 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Statement must be filed 90220 NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name ($1,000)). This business is conducted before the expiration. Effective This business is conducted File No. 2019306569 Statement must be filed S/ Stacey R. Armstrong, by: an individual FICTITIOUS BUSINESS January 1, 2014, the Fictitious by: An Individual The following person(s) is before the expiration. Effective Owner The registrant commenced to NAME STATEMENT Business Name Statement The registrant commenced to (are) doing business as: January 1, 2014, the Fictitious This statement was filed transact business under the File No. 2019298466 must be accompanied by the transact business under the CHARIS COACHING AND Business Name Statement with the County Clerk of Los fictitious business name or The following person(s) is Affidavit of Identity form. fictitious business name or CONSULTING, 12975 must be accompanied by the Angeles on November 20, names listed above on N/A (are) doing business as: The filing of this statement names listed above on N/A AGUSTIN PLACE UNIT 133, Affidavit of Identity form. 2019 I declare that all information HAIR NECESSITYS, 1450 does not of itself authorize I declare that all information LOS ANGELES, CA 90094 The filing of this statement NOTICE-In accordance with in this statement is true and 2ND ST, SANTA MONICA, the use in this state of a in this statement is true and County of LOS ANGELES does not of itself authorize Subdivision (a) of Section correct. (A registrant who CA 90401 County of LOS Fictitious Business Name correct. (A registrant who Registered owner(s): the use in this state of a 17920, a Fictitious Name declares as true any material ANGELES in violation of the rights of declares as true any material SHIRLEY J. PATTERSON, Fictitious Business Name Statement generally expires matter pursuant to Section Registered owner(s): another under Federal, State, matter pursuant to Section 12975 AGUSTIN PLACE in violation of the rights of at the end of five years from 17913 of the Business and TONYA LUV ENTERPRISE or common law (See Section 17913 of the Business and UNIT 133, LOS ANGELES, another under Federal, State, the date on which it was filed Professions code that the LLC, 2851 W 120TH ST STE 14411 et seq., Business and Professions code that the CA 90094 or common law (See Section in the office of the County registrant knows to be false E, HAWTHORNE, CA 90250; Professions Code). registrant knows to be false This business is conducted by 14411 et seq., Business and Clerk, except, as provided is guilty of a misdemeanor State of Incorporation: CA Original Filing is guilty of a misdemeanor an Individual Professions Code). in Subdivision (b) of Section punishable by a fine not to This business is conducted by 11/21, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12/19 punishable by a fine not to The registrant(s) started doing Original Filing 17920, where it expires exceed one thousand dollars a limited liability company CNS-3316463# exceed one thousand dollars business on 02/2016. 12/5, 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19 40 days after any change ($1,000)). The registrant(s) started doing LOS ANGELES SENTINEL ($1,000)). I declare that all information CNS-3320348# in the facts set forth in the S/ Dooshima Dorothy business on 10/2019. S/ Michelle Newman, Owner in this statement is true and LOS ANGELES SENTINEL statement pursuant to Section Ornguze, Owner I declare that all information This statement was filed correct. (A registrant who 17913 other than a change This statement was filed in this statement is true and with the County Clerk of Los declares as true any material FICTITIOUS BUSINESS in the residence address of with the County Clerk of Los correct. (A registrant who GOVERNMENT Angeles on November 22, matter pursuant to Section NAME STATEMENT a registered owner. A new Angeles on November 21, declares as true any material 2019 17913 of the Business and File No. 2019307004 Fictitious Business Name 2019 matter pursuant to Section NOTICE-In accordance with Professions code that the The following person(s) is Statement must be filed NOTICE-In accordance with 17913 of the Business and Subdivision (a) of Section registrant knows to be false (are) doing business as: before the expiration. Effective Subdivision (a) of Section Professions code that the 17920, a Fictitious Name is guilty of a misdemeanor COVENANT STEPS, 646 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 17920, a Fictitious Name registrant knows to be false SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Statement generally expires punishable by a fine not to AERICK STREET #2, Business Name Statement Statement generally expires is guilty of a misdemeanor REGIONAL RAIL at the end of five years from exceed one thousand dollars INGLEWOOD, CA 90301 must be accompanied by the at the end of five years from punishable by a fine not to AUTHORITY the date on which it was filed ($1,000)). County of LOS ANGELES Affidavit of Identity form. the date on which it was filed exceed one thousand dollars in the office of the County S/SHIRLEY J. PATTERSON, Registered owner(s): The filing of this statement in the office of the County ($1,000)). RFP NO. SP524-20 Clerk, except, as provided Owner CHRISTINE RENEE’ does not of itself authorize Clerk, except, as provided TONYA LUV ENTERPRISE in Subdivision (b) of Section This statement was filed TAYLOR, 646 AERICK the use in this state of a in Subdivision (b) of Section LLC MARKETING & 17920, where it expires with the County Clerk of STREET #2, INGLEWOOD, Fictitious Business Name 17920, where it expires S/ TONYA LUV ENTERPRISE, COMMUNICATIONS 40 days after any change Los Angeles County on CA 90301 in violation of the rights of 40 days after any change CEO SUPPORT SERVICES in the facts set forth in the 11/22/2019. This business is conducted by another under Federal, State, in the facts set forth in the This statement was filed statement pursuant to Section NOTICE-In accordance with an Individual or common law (See Section statement pursuant to Section with the County Clerk of The Southern California 17913 other than a change Subdivision (a) of Section The registrant(s) started doing 14411 et seq., Business and 17913 other than a change Los Angeles County on Regional Rail Authority in the residence address of 17920, a Fictitious Name business on N/A. Professions Code). in the residence address of 11/14/2019. (Authority) is seeking to a registered owner. A new Statement generally expires I declare that all information Original a registered owner. A new NOTICE-In accordance with retain a bench of qualified Fictitious Business Name at the end of five years from in this statement is true and 11/28, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19/19 Fictitious Business Name Subdivision (a) of Section firms to provide Marketing Statement must be filed the date on which it was filed correct. (A registrant who CNS-3318715# Statement must be filed 17920, a Fictitious Name and Communication Support before the expiration. Effective in the office of the County declares as true any material LOS ANGELES SENTINEL before the expiration. Effective Statement generally expires Services. The period of January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Clerk, except, as provided matter pursuant to Section January 1, 2014, the Fictitious at the end of five years from performance for this project Business Name Statement in Subdivision (b) of Section 17913 of the Business and FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Business Name Statement the date on which it was filed shall be the base period of must be accompanied by the 17920, where it expires Professions code that the NAME STATEMENT must be accompanied by the in the office of the County three years with one two-year Affidavit of Identity form. 40 days after any change registrant knows to be false File No. 2019299719 Affidavit of Identity form. Clerk, except, as provided option. The filing of this statement in the facts set forth in the is guilty of a misdemeanor The following person(s) is The filing of this statement in Subdivision (b) of Section does not of itself authorize statement pursuant to Section punishable by a fine not to (are) doing business as: does not of itself authorize 17920, where it expires Electronic proposals must be the use in this state of a 17913 other than a change exceed one thousand dollars DAVID ALLY LOGISTICS, the use in this state of a 40 days after any change submitted online at http://www. Fictitious Business Name in the residence address of ($1,000)). 1161 S PLYMOUTH BLVD # Fictitious Business Name in the facts set forth in the planetbids.com/portal/portal. in violation of the rights of a registered owner. A new S/CHRISTINE RENEE’ 2, LOS ANGELES, CA 90019 in violation of the rights of statement pursuant to Section cfm?CompanyID=13821# another under Federal, State, Fictitious Business Name TAYLOR, Owner County of LOS ANGELES another under Federal, State, 17913 other than a change at or before 2:00 p.m. on or common law (See Section Statement must be filed This statement was filed Registered owner(s): or common law (See Section in the residence address of January 13, 2020. Electronic 14411 et seq., Business and before the expiration. Effective with the County Clerk of DAVID M ALLY SR., 1161 S 14411 et seq., Business and a registered owner. A new proposals will not be received Professions Code). January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Los Angeles County on PLYMOUTH BLVD #2, LOS Professions Code). Fictitious Business Name after this date and time. Original Business Name Statement 11/25/2019. ANGELES, CA 90019 Original Statement must be filed 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19, 1/2/20 must be accompanied by the NOTICE-In accordance with This business is conducted by 11/28, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19/19 before the expiration. Effective A Pre-Proposal Conference CNS-3322178# Affidavit of Identity form. Subdivision (a) of Section an Individual CNS-3318691# January 1, 2014, the Fictitious will be held at 10:00 a.m. LOS ANGELES SENTINEL The filing of this statement 17920, a Fictitious Name The registrant(s) started doing LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Business Name Statement on December 16, 2019 at does not of itself authorize Statement generally expires business on N/A. must be accompanied by the the Authority’s office, 900 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the use in this state of a at the end of five years from I declare that all information FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Affidavit of Identity form. Wilshire Blvd, Suite 1500, NAME STATEMENT Fictitious Business Name the date on which it was filed in this statement is true and NAME STATEMENT The filing of this statement Los Angeles, CA 90017. The File No. 2019308105 in violation of the rights of in the office of the County correct. (A registrant who File No. 2019300229 does not of itself authorize prospective Proposers are The following person(s) is another under Federal, State, Clerk, except, as provided declares as true any material The following person(s) is the use in this state of a encouraged to attend the (are) doing business as: or common law (See Section in Subdivision (b) of Section matter pursuant to Section (are) doing business as: Fictitious Business Name conference and to carefully TORRES GENERAL 14411 et seq., Business and 17920, where it expires 17913 of the Business and 1. THE TAJ EXPEERIENCE, in violation of the rights of review all RFP materials CONTRACTING, 5807 Professions Code). 40 days after any change Professions code that the 2. TXP FIT, 3018 STOCKER another under Federal, State, before the conference. VIRGINIA AVE, LOS Filing with Changes in the facts set forth in the registrant knows to be false STREET APT 1, LOS or common law (See Section ANGELES, CA 90038 County 12/5, 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19 statement pursuant to Section is guilty of a misdemeanor ANGELES, CA 90008 County 14411 et seq., Business and The Contract to be awarded of LOS ANGELES CNS-3320369# 17913 other than a change punishable by a fine not to of LOS ANGELES Professions Code). will be subject to a financial Registered owner(s): LOS ANGELES SENTINEL in the residence address of exceed one thousand dollars Registered owner(s): Filing with Changes assistance agreement CELSO GUSTAVO TORRES, a registered owner. A new ($1,000)). EMANUEL L FAATAGI, 3018 11/21, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12/19 between Authority and U.S. 5807 VIRGINIA AVE, LOS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fictitious Business Name S/DAVID M ALLY SR., Owner STOCKER STREET APT 1, CNS-3316479# Department of Transportation ANGELES, CA 90038 NAME STATEMENT Statement must be filed This statement was filed LOS ANGELES, CA 90008 LOS ANGELES SENTINEL under grants issued by the This business is conducted by File No. 2019306043 before the expiration. Effective with the County Clerk of This business is conducted by Federal Transit Administration an Individual The following person(s) is January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Los Angeles County on an Individual FICTITIOUS BUSINESS (FTA). As a condition The registrant(s) started doing (are) doing business as: Business Name Statement 11/14/2019. The registrant(s) started doing NAME STATEMENT of financial assistance business on N/A. SLAUSON FOODS CARTS, must be accompanied by the NOTICE-In accordance with business on 11/2019. File No. 2019297644 agreements between the I declare that all information 747 E. 59TH STREET, LOS Affidavit of Identity form. Subdivision (a) of Section I declare that all information The following person(s) is Authority and U.S. DOT, the in this statement is true and ANGELES, CA 90001 County The filing of this statement 17920, a Fictitious Name in this statement is true and (are) doing business as: Authority has established a correct. (A registrant who of LOS ANGELES does not of itself authorize Statement generally expires correct. (A registrant who PARTNER LIGHTING, 5348 S Disadvantaged Business declares as true any material Mailing Address: 762 E. the use in this state of a at the end of five years from declares as true any material RIMPAU BL, LOS ANGELES, Enterprise (DBE) Program matter pursuant to Section SLAUSON AVENUE, LOS Fictitious Business Name the date on which it was filed matter pursuant to Section CA 90043 County of LOS and overall DBE goal in 17913 of the Business and ANGELES, CA 90011 in violation of the rights of in the office of the County 17913 of the Business and ANGELES accordance with Title 49 CFR, Professions code that the Registered owner(s): another under Federal, State, Clerk, except, as provided Professions code that the Registered owner(s): Part 26. Authority’s overall registrant knows to be false SLAUSON FOOD or common law (See Section in Subdivision (b) of Section registrant knows to be false AUGUSTUS LEE GORDON, DBE goal for the current is guilty of a misdemeanor AND BEVERAGE 14411 et seq., Business and 17920, where it expires is guilty of a misdemeanor 5348 S RIMPAU BL, LOS Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) is punishable by a fine not to WHOLESALERS, INC., 762 Professions Code). 40 days after any change punishable by a fine not to ANGELES, CA 90043 twelve percent (12%). exceed one thousand dollars E. SLAUSON AVENUE, LOS Original Filing in the facts set forth in the exceed one thousand dollars This business is conducted by ($1,000)). ANGELES, CA 90011; State 12/5, 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19 statement pursuant to Section ($1,000)). an Individual In conformance with the S/CELSO GUSTAVO of Incorporation: CA CNS-3320341# 17913 other than a change S/EMANUEL L FAATAGI, The registrant(s) started doing Authority’s DBE Policy and TORRES, Owner This business is conducted by LOS ANGELES SENTINEL in the residence address of Owner business on N/A. Program the Authority has This statement was filed a Corporation a registered owner. A new This statement was filed I declare that all information established a 11% DBE with the County Clerk of The registrant(s) started doing FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Fictitious Business Name with the County Clerk of in this statement is true and contract-specific goal on this Los Angeles County on business on N/A. NAME STATEMENT Statement must be filed Los Angeles County on correct. (A registrant who project. Prime Proposers will 11/26/2019. I declare that all information File No. 2019305446 before the expiration. Effective 11/15/2019. declares as true any material be required to either meet NOTICE-In accordance with in this statement is true and The following person(s) is January 1, 2014, the Fictitious NOTICE-In accordance with matter pursuant to Section the 11% goal or submit an Subdivision (a) of Section correct. (A registrant who (are) doing business as: Business Name Statement Subdivision (a) of Section 17913 of the Business and adequate Good Faith Effort 17920, a Fictitious Name declares as true any material Iroccharms Designs, 821 must be accompanied by the 17920, a Fictitious Name Professions code that the (GFE) demonstrating intent Statement generally expires matter pursuant to Section N Eucalyptus Ave #10, Affidavit of Identity form. Statement generally expires registrant knows to be false to meet the goal, for their at the end of five years from 17913 of the Business and Inglewood CA 90302, County The filing of this statement at the end of five years from is guilty of a misdemeanor proposal to be deemed the date on which it was filed Professions code that the of Los Angeles; Mailing does not of itself authorize the date on which it was filed punishable by a fine not to responsive to DBE Program in the office of the County registrant knows to be false Address: the use in this state of a in the office of the County exceed one thousand dollars requirements. Clerk, except, as provided is guilty of a misdemeanor Articles of Incorporation or Fictitious Business Name Clerk, except, as provided ($1,000)). in Subdivision (b) of Section punishable by a fine not to Organization Number: AI in violation of the rights of in Subdivision (b) of Section S/AUGUSTUS LEE For further information contact 17920, where it expires exceed one thousand dollars #ON: another under Federal, State, 17920, where it expires GORDON, Owner Armine Menemshyan, Senior 40 days after any change ($1,000)). Registered owner(s): or common law (See Section 40 days after any change This statement was filed Contract and Compliance in the facts set forth in the SLAUSON FOOD Fantajia Delisa Thomas, 14411 et seq., Business and in the facts set forth in the with the County Clerk of Administrator at 213.452.0294 statement pursuant to Section AND BEVERAGE 821 N Eucalyptus Ave #10, Professions Code). statement pursuant to Section Los Angeles County on or email MenemshyanA@ 17913 other than a change WHOLESALERS, INC. Inglewood CA 90302 Original Filing 17913 other than a change 11/13/2019. scrra.net. in the residence address of S/ VAHE KARAPETIAN, This business is conducted 11/28, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19/19 in the residence address of NOTICE-In accordance with 12/12/19 a registered owner. A new President by: an Individual CNS-3318705# a registered owner. A new Subdivision (a) of Section CNS-3321965# Fictitious Business Name This statement was filed The registrant commenced to LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Fictitious Business Name 17920, a Fictitious Name LOS ANGELES SENTINEL Statement must be filed with the County Clerk of transact business under the Statement must be filed Statement generally expires before the expiration. Effective Los Angeles County on fictitious business name or FICTITIOUS BUSINESS before the expiration. Effective at the end of five years from LOS ANGELES COUNTY January 1, 2014, the Fictitious 11/22/2019. names listed above on N/A NAME STATEMENT January 1, 2014, the Fictitious the date on which it was filed METROPOLITAN Business Name Statement NOTICE-In accordance with I declare that all information File No. 2019302016 Business Name Statement in the office of the County TRANSPORTATION must be accompanied by the Subdivision (a) of Section in this statement is true and The following person(s) is must be accompanied by the Clerk, except, as provided AUTHORITY (LACMTA) Affidavit of Identity form. 17920, a Fictitious Name correct. (A registrant who (are) doing business as: Affidavit of Identity form. in Subdivision (b) of Section REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL The filing of this statement Statement generally expires declares as true any material KIWE Power, 10531 Haas The filing of this statement 17920, where it expires does not of itself authorize at the end of five years from matter pursuant to Section Avenue Los Angeles does not of itself authorize 40 days after any change the use in this state of a the date on which it was filed 17913 of the Business and CA 90047, County of Los the use in this state of a in the facts set forth in the LACMTA will receive Fictitious Business Name in the office of the County Professions code that the Angeles; Mailing Address: Fictitious Business Name statement pursuant to Section Proposals for AE67085 - in violation of the rights of Clerk, except, as provided registrant knows to be false Articles of Incorporation or in violation of the rights of 17913 other than a change Sepulveda Transit Corridor another under Federal, State, in Subdivision (b) of Section is guilty of a misdemeanor Organization Number: AI another under Federal, State, in the residence address of Project Environmental or common law (See Section 17920, where it expires punishable by a fine not to #ON: or common law (See Section a registered owner. A new Review and ACEat the 9th 14411 et seq., Business and 40 days after any change exceed one thousand dollars Registered owner(s): 14411 et seq., Business and Fictitious Business Name Floor Receptionist Desk, Professions Code). in the facts set forth in the ($1,000)). Mikessa Davis, 10531 Haas Professions Code). Statement must be filed Vendor/Contract Management Original Filing statement pursuant to Section S/ Fantajia Delisa Thomas, Avenue, Los Angeles CA Original Filing before the expiration. Effective Department, One Gateway 12/12, 12/19, 12/26/19, 1/2/20 17913 other than a change Owner 90047 11/21, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12/19 January 1, 2014, the Fictitious Plaza, Los Angeles, CA CNS-3322170# in the residence address of This statement was filed This business is conducted CNS-3316494# Business Name Statement 90012. LOS ANGELES SENTINEL a registered owner. A new with the County Clerk of Los by: an Individual LOS ANGELES SENTINEL must be accompanied by the Fictitious Business Name Angeles on November 21, The registrant commenced to Affidavit of Identity form. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Statement must be filed 2019 transact business under the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The filing of this statement A Pre-Proposal conference NAME STATEMENT before the expiration. 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The hard work that line- Last spring, Dye earned backer Troy Dye put in dur- his undergraduate degree in ing the season paid off for General and Social Sciences the Oregon Ducks on Friday with an Emphasis in Crime, in their 37-15 upset of the Law, and Society. Dye cred- No. 5 Utah Running Utes in ited the tutoring center at the Pac-12 Championship. Oregon for helping him The Ducks will battle excel in his studies. the Wisconsin Badgers in “If I had a problem with the Rose Bowl on New my paper and have some- Year’s Day. AMANDA SCURLOCK/L.A. SENTINEL body help me with my Oregon linebacker, Troy Dye made eight tackles during CARLOS GONZALES/T.G.SPORTSTV1/ While having a cast on the Pac-12 Championship game. paper, somebody that’s qual- Dye currently leads the Oregon Ducks in tackles. to protect his injured right ified that’s there that’s pro- thumb, he made one inter- rushing first downs this sea- rushing yards in the title fessional,” he said. “I think much time and dedication “I like the sociology ception, eight total tackles son. Dye noted that the Ore- game. that’s a big key to being able goes into getting a degree,” department as a whole,” he and 1.0 tackles for loss for gon defense made stopping For the past three sea- to have that safety net to go he said. “How many late said. “I just like how the six yards. Although he the run a priority. sons, Dye had led Oregon in to them and know that hours, how many times you world works and how peo- injured his thumb in the “It’s a huge emphasis … tackles; he is the second you’re gonna be okay and stay up all night doing ple think.” Ducks’ October 19 game so we try to focus on that player to make that achieve- that you got help.” papers or doing a reading or Since his freshman sea- against Washington state, he and we set up drills, watch ment in the history of Ore- Getting a degree was a have to wake up the next son at Oregon, Dye received only missed one game since film,” he said. “We empha- gon football. He is on the goal for Dye, he noted how morning, go do a 6:00A.M. recognition for his talent and the injury. size on stopping the run verge of leading for a fourth relieved and excited he was lift and you don’t want to be effort. He was named on the His defensive efforts game, work in the box and season, as Dye made 75 to complete the accomplish- there.” Phil Steele All-Pac-12 sec- helped the Ducks to an 11-2 different schemes.” total hits and 46 solo tackles. ment. Dye took an interest in ond team for two consecu- overall record and an 8-1 Their preparation Dye also has 9.5 tackles “It’s just a surreal learning about sociology, tive years and was an ESPN Pac-12 record. The Ducks proved to be advantageous, for loss for 26 yards. He had moment because you know and complemented their True Freshman All-Ameri- only allowed a total of 85 as they held Utah to 116 a season high of 10 tackles how much hard work, how department at Oregon. can in 2016. Sparks ‘Purple Print’ Shows the Future of the Franchise BY AMANDA SCURLOCK allowing fans to stand with The “Set It Off” star instincts and the things that Sports writer the Sparks players during brought awareness of how I know to be true in terms the national anthem, hi-five women’s sports gets four of playing.” The Los Angeles Sparks the players as they enter the percent of media coverage The Sparks has a recently hosted The Purple court or rent out the court to and one percent of sports diverse group of partners Print: A Courtside View to conduct activities prior to sponsorship dollars. She which includes Subway, tell their fans about their the game. asked Fisher a myriad of Cedars-Sinai, Model Atel- vision for the franchise in A major emphasis dur- questions so fans could get ier, the Vivica Fox Hair the 2020 season. The event ing the Purple Print was a guage of him and his Collection, and Metro. In comes in lieu of the Sparks expanding their fan base. views on the WNBA as October the Sparks winning big at the WNBA Movie star and L.A. Sparks well as the Sparks. renewed their partnership Team Business Awards. ambassador, Vivica A. Fox Fisher told the crowd with Nike. Los Angeles won Fran- spoke and administrated a that during his first season Earlier this year, the chise of the Year, Ticket Q&A session with head as head coach, he learned Sparks launched the initia- Sales Performance of the AP PHOTO/RINGO H.W. CHIU coach Derek Fisher. the importance of listening tive “Spark the True You” a Year, and Marketing Per- Los Angeles Sparks' Chelsea Gray (12) drives against Min- Fox noted how the Pur- and being openminded. He campaign to help homeless nesota Lynx's Odyssey Sims (1) during a WNBA basketball formance of the Year in the ple Print is a good way for sees the importance of gain- female veterans. game between Los Angeles Sparks and Minnesota Lynx in fans to understand the fran- ing input from players, the “The Sparks get 11,000 WNBA. Los Angeles, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019. The Sparks won 77-68. The league analyzes all chise beyond what they see front office and fans. fans to the Staples Center, 12 franchises for the awards wants to focus on growth, on the court, but what we during games. “As I’m moving from so we just have to imagine for their ticket sales, part- innovation and community. do off the court.” “After the game, when year one to year two, what I what it would be like if we nership, and community “We developed a cam- Fans were invited to it’s been a tough fight and want to take from year one can get these numbers to engagement. paign this year called ‘Lead take a tour of the Staples they’re program to get more is a lot of the information grow,” Fox said. “I believe The Sparks front office The Charge’ and we’re Center to learn about the stats and things like that, I’ve learned, a lot of the going into the 2020 season, wants to build on their vic- gonna take that to 2020 prices and perks of the 24/7 you really don’t get to see things that I’ve gained,” we all can be successful tory; Sparks president and with us as well,” Johnson Membership. The franchise their sense of humor, how Fisher said. “But also to together and we can cheer COO, Danita Johnson said. “’Lead the Charge’ is also explained their various they are and what things continue to build and con- on our Sparks to a 2020 noted how the franchise more about not just winning group experience packages, makes them tick,” she said. nect to my basketball Championship.” L.A. Rams ‘Level Up’ to Beat the Seattle Seahawks BY AMANDA SCURLOCK, During this game, Los downs, mainly relying on after the second pick, Sports Writer Angeles partook in the their passing game. Goff Aaron Donald sacked Wil- league-wide initiative “My targeted Higbee often for son on a third down. After scoring a road Cause My Cleats” where successful outcomes. With Wilson only secured victory against the Arizona players wear customized 0:59 left in the second two first downs in the third Cardinals, the Los Angeles cleats to bring awareness to quarter, Goff slung from quarter. For any unsuccess- Rams put in the effort a cause they support. Line- the 10-yard line to Kupp to ful play Wilson made, the offensively and defensively backer, Ogbonnia Oko- score. Rams house deejay D.J. to defeat the Seattle Sea- ronkwo brought awareness Ebukam sacked Wilson Mal-Ski played hit songs of hawks 28-21. to the Brotherhood Cru- with seconds left to end the his wife, R&B star, Ciara. “We got the job done, sade. first half, the Seahawks Diggs interception so we did a better job than “When I read up on the trailed 21-3. return was the only touch- we did last week,” said Brotherhood Crusade, I “We didn’t play our down Seattle scored. Wil- Rams running back, Todd saw that their beliefs and best game,” Wilson said. son sent a 35-yard pass to Gurley. “Last week, we things that they do align to “There was opportunities wide receiver, DK Metcalf came out and put up field what I believe in,” he said. out there that we had, it just to reach the Rams’ 21-yard goals, this week we came “I choose them and this off- didn’t go our way.” line. However, Los Angeles out and put up touch- season, I plan on doing After the half, the Seat- only allowed Seattle one downs.” work with them.” tle defense challenged the last field goal. Rams quarterback, Jared His custom cleats are ROBERT TORRENCE/L.A. SENTINEL Rams. Safety, Quandre The Rams will travel to Rams running back, Todd Gurley rushed for 79 yards and Goff completed 293 passing purple and gold with the earned one touchdown. Diggs intercepted two of play the Dallas Cowboys yards, two interceptions and Brotherhood Crusade logo Goff’s slings, one resulting on December 15 at 1:25 two touchdowns. Seahawks on the heel, the Gainsville, “The Lakers are my offense,” McVay said. in a pick-6. A few plays p.m. signal caller, Russell Wilson Texas native gave a nod to secondary team, I’m a “Especially when you just survived five sacks to make the Los Angeles Lakers Rockets [fan] to the day I look at how vital he’s been 245 passing yards. with the color scheme. die, but I’m gonna show over the last couple of love to L.A.,” Okoronkwo weeks.” said. This set up running The Rams defense back, Malcolm Brown to flexed their muscles early; get a touchdown from one Ebukam sacked Wilson on yard out. Woods made a the third down, forcing the scoring rush on the next Seahawks to execute a field possession. goal in the first quarter. The Rams’ defense Goff made key advances by bested the Seattle offense connecting with wide throughout the second receiver, Robert Woods and quarter, corner Jalen Ram- tight end, Tyler Higbee. sey forced an incomplete Rams head coach, Sean pass on a fourth down to McVay noted how Higbee keep the Seahawks from COURTESY OF THE L.A. RAMS is a “complete tight end.” scoring. Rams linebacker, Ogbonnia Okoronkwo’s custom cleats “He’s going to continue The Rams had a better ROBERT TORRENCE/L.A. SENTINEL honored the Brotherhood Crusade. to be a big part of this chance of finding first The Rams currently have a 8-5 overall record. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2019 www.lasentinel.net B-2 The Celebration of Black Cinema Sparks Discussion on Diversity & Inclusion in Hollywood BY BRITTANY K. JACKSON referring to him as one who Contributing Writer is “authentic and values the audience.” “He’s one of the The Critics’ Choice few actors who has perfected Association (CCA) recently the art of playing alongside held its Celebration of himself,” she continued. Black Cinema awards to Murphy, who’s relished honor some of the biggest as a staple in American film names in Black Hollywood and comedy, says he remem- for the substantive work bers the days, nearly 40 they’ve contributed to the years ago when “there were industry and the mark they no African American film continue to leave on Black critics.” Murphy went on to culture. The ceremony say that, “actually, there was itself is inspired by the late PHOTO BY ROBERT TORRENCE, LA SENTINEL PHOTO BY ROBERT TORRENCE, LA SENTINEL PHOTO BY ROBERT TORRENCE, LA SENTINEL one, and that n**** was Oscar Micheaux, penned as “12 Years a Slave” actor “Harriet” director and Cinematic sweetheart, Nia crazy; I used to always want Chiwetel Ejiofor honored the world’s first major screenwriter Kasi Lemmons Long, attends the Critic’s to fight him,” he said joking- for recent directorial and pictured before receiving an Black filmmaker. Choice Association Celebra- ly. “The Nutty Professor,” screenwriter debut in self- honor for her extensive tion of Black Cinema where Held at the Landmark “Coming to America,” and starring film, “The Boy Who career in Hollywood at the she is honored for her Annex Theatre in Holly- Harnessed the Wind.” Celebration of Black Cinema. longevity in entertainment. “Beverly Hills Cop” actor wood, a slew of producers, went on to express the spar- writers, actors and Black film al and screenwriting debut in “We have to fight against dollars are pretty close, more PHOTO BY ROB LATOUR/VARIETY/REX sity of Black hair, makeup Legendary actor, comedian critics gathered for the the Netflix feature film “The autocracy and ignorance, often than most of the time. I and wardrobe departments and performer, Eddie Mur- on to the non-existence of remarkable night of celebra- Boy Who Harnessed the against bigotry and oppres- cried behind closed doors, phy accepts the Critic’s tion. Honorees included leg- Wind,” Ejiofor says the key sion in all of its forms, moments before action, Choice Association Career Black producers at the time. endary actor and comedian, to storytelling in Black cine- against those who would try because of my experiences Achievement Award at the “It was rough,” he said. Eddie Murphy, cinematic ma is to “find your voice by to divide us because togeth- in the hair and makeup trail- Celebration of Black Cinema. Murphy then sidesplit- sweetheart Nia Long, super working out who you are.” er, we have the power to er, experiences which have tingly urged the audience to director, producer and “Shut out the rest of the change the world, like Harri- at times, robbed me of my her talent and star power. “go look at an old Sidney screenwriter, Kasi Lemmons noise and really listen to et,” Lemmons proclaimed. confidence and my peace of “John saw something in me Poitier movie,” saying, and a true Brit, actor Chiwe- your instinct, your gut, what And Lemmons isn’t mind.” that I had yet to discover,” “Sidney is such a great tel Ejiofor. Presenters includ- you think of yourself and done yet. She’ll soon be Long even said that for she said. “He encouraged actor, he was able to act like ed Academy Award-winning what you want to bring into debuting a mini-series on years, she traveled on sets my drive, he saw my pur- his hair was combed.” The costume designer, Ruth E. the conversation,” he added. Netflix documenting the with her own makeup and pose, he saw my passion and crowd burst into laughter, Carter, Debra Martin Chase Kasi Lemmons made her life and works of “Madam hair straightening tools to my commitment to story- but we all knew just how far and Chaz Ebert. Former Rockstar entry into the C. J. Walker.” circumvent entering a pro- telling,” Long continued. Black Cinema has come, president of the Academy of world of filmmaking back in Nia Long, known for duction set that “wasn't Accredited to being her and how far we must go. Motion Picture Arts & Sci- 1997 with the directorial starring in movies dripped in designed to cater” to her “angel on earth” and now Murphy was brief, quick- ences, Cheryl Boone Isaacs debut of the Southern clas- Black excellence such as beauty needs. As an actress, her “angel with God,” Long witted and humbly thanked served as the night’s hostess. sic, “Eve’s Bayou” and says “Love Jones,” “The Best philanthropist and advocate says Singleton’s impact on everyone for their support Prior to the ceremonies, continuing the legacy of Man,” and “Soul Food,” who’s lived her life to affect her life will always be cher- over the years. “I want to the Sentinel caught up with Black cinema means “not gave quite the emphatic change, Long summoned all ished. thank you so much, it’s Academy Award-winning taking no for an answer.” As speech about her “beautifully directors and producers in Long also left the audi- always a wonderful thing to actor Chiwetel Ejiofor, an actress who didn’t hesi- complicated” road as a Black the industry to provide Black ence with words that Eddie be honored and to hear known for his gut-wrench- tate to put her own vision to actress in Hollywood. Long actresses with the tools they Murphy gave to her early those wonderful things said ing performance in “12 work on the big screen, the effectually detailed the “joy need to succeed. “Our day on in her career. “Never about you,” he said. Years a Slave.” We asked “Harriet” mega director and and heartbreak” of speaking starts with hair, makeup and feel guilty about your suc- Murphy recently starred about Ejiofor’s perspective screenwriter says, “now is truth to power when it wasn’t wardrobe. If your cast is cess,” she said of Murphy’s in the UK released film, on the state of Black cine- the time of great opportunity, popular just to receive the Black, then hire a qualified advice to her. “Dolemite is My Name,” ma and he affectionately to use our art as a weapon for same respect as her peers on Black support team instead After effortlessly slip- and is preparing for the stated that “Black cinema justice and for good.” any given film production. of labeling us difficult or ping past a group of super- highly-anticipated release has such a rich and long Using freedom fighter “I’ve had the audacity to opinionated; we deserve a fans to enter the venue at of “Coming 2 America.” history and is not often, in Harriet Tubman’s life as a challenge authority and pleasant experience as we approximately 7:47pm, a As we celebrate more isolation, celebrated.” “It’s testament, Lemmons says voice strong opinions when I prepare to create,” she said. very dapper Eddie Murphy than 100 years of Black Cin- important going forward,” “we have to pray we’re was expected to just be pret- Also, quite befitting to arrived on the scene where ema, let’s continue, as the he said, “but it’s also impor- strong enough to fight, ty and be quiet,” Long said. receiving her honor, Long he was awaited by special honorees have done, to tant in preserving moments because we have so many “I’ve been paid far less than recalled some of the pre- sentiments from his peers expand the legacy of Black in history for future genera- fights ahead. We have to the men standing next to me cious memories with late and understudies. In an elo- film and entertainment tions to embrace.” fight for our country, for our and the women who don’t writer, actor, director and quent introduction from through action and lead with Honored for his perform- planet, for our children and look anything like me, when producer, John Singleton Oscar-award winning cos- the unmitigated wherewithal ance, as well as his directori- their children,” she said. the success in numbers and and his unwavering belief in tumer designer, Ruth E. to create change for genera- Carter, she said, “Eddie tions to come. To see exclu- Murphy doesn’t just play sive interviews honorees and Lula Washington Dance Theatre African royalty impeccably guests from the evening, head on screen, he is royalty,” over to www.lasentinel.net. celebrates KWANZAA SENTINEL NEWS SERVICE es on children, family, and people to recommit to their culture,“ said Lula Wash- families and communities; Lula Washington Dance ington, artistic director of and to remember to be Theatre is celebrating the dance company. “You faithful to each other as we KWANZAA with four will see our tiniest tots to go through life, ” added unforgettable holiday dance our teens, a reunion of Tamica Washington-Miller, concerts at the Lula Wash- returning college students associate director of the ington Dance Theatre’s and company alumni– all dance company. Intimate Studio Stage, 3773 dancing with our acclaimed This year, we are focus- Crenshaw Boulevard, Los adult touring ensemble. It’s ing on self-determination to Angeles, CA 90016. beautiful to see the inter- craft the kind of future that In the spirit of the generations of dancers on we want for our next 40 Kwanzaa principle of the stage together, all per- years,” added Erwin Wash- Kujichagulia, (Self-Deter- forming at incredible levels ington, co-founder and mination), the dance com- of excellence and passion.” executive director. “We pany will kick off its Kwan- “Kwanzaa is a cultural want to be sure that we can zaa celebrations with the holiday based on NGUZO continue our good work for Umoja Circle Dinner and p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and on SABA, (Seven Principles), the future, and that means Performance on Friday, Sunday, Dec. 29 at 2 :30 which encourages African we have to build broader Dec. 27 at 6 :00 p.m. at the p.m. Americans to know and cel- support financially so the Lula Washington Dance Tickets are on sale now ebrate their cultural her- dance and educational work Theatre. This is a fundraiser at Brown Paper Tickets, itage. Kwanzaa aims for can continue.” to support the on-going 800-838-3006; or, online at Reviewer Tonya Plank work of the dance company www.BrownPaperTickets.c called Lula’s Kwanzaa the and school as it closes out om. Ticket prices range “The best dance show she’s its 39th year and prepares from $10 for young chil- seen in Los Angeles.” The for its year #40. dren to $35 for the general New York Times has This event includes din- public. Groups of 10 or praised Lula Washington as ner, a candle lighting cere- more get a 10% discount. a “gifted original.” mony; a champaign toast to The shows will feature The Kwanzaa perform- ring in the organizations amazing West African ance is sponsored in part by 40th anniversary in 2020; drumming and high energy the Los Angeles City and a “special” program dancing by some of the Department of Cultural unique from the other most talented young artists Affairs; Kaiser Permanente; weekend performances. in Los Angeles! the Los Angeles County Our annual Kwanzaa “We celebrate Kwanzaa Department of Arts and concerts happen as usual on every year because it is a Culture; and Supervisor Saturday Dec. 28 at 2:30 cultural holiday that focus- Mark Ridley-Thomas. FfrnqY Lifestyle HjfqyH THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2019 www.lasentinel.net B-3

By Khari Jones with the students his ex- munity is family, and this Contributing Writer perience here in the ’70s community partnership that is still relevant today. will demonstrate that for The LAUSD, Beyond The It’s an amazing historical the students. LA Wildcats Bell, and Carson High re- aspect that we want our head coach, Winston Moss cently partnered with the students to be able to learn says, “This is a great win XFL. A big move for the and pay it forward. We for our community and community, as students want to give our coaches our team. We started this have the opportunity to training that would re- partnership back in the witness history in the mak- ceive at a high level.” summer.” Not only will ing. This partnership is es- This partnership will they be coaching, but they sential because the youth bring other resources that will be providing off the have opportunities beyond will impact all involved, field mentorship. Moss their wildest dreams, and says Brown. They wanted says, “Our coaching staff this shows how powerful to invigorate their ath- will mentor 100 elemen- having a community be- letic community. Sports tary kids.” What a signifi- hind you will change lives. play a significant rolecant winin for everyone in- COURTESY PHOTO Also, when kids see ath- The LA Wildcats partnered with LAUSD and Carson High School a child’s life, and it cre- volved in this partnership. letes from their community ates a sense of discipline, LAUSD, Beyond The Bell, who’ve made it profession- er Mike Wilson, now LA it your all.” Wilson went of community. Brown also leadership, brotherhood, XFL, and Carson High is ally come back to speak and Wildcats Wide Receiver on to say, “Football teaches says, “Allowing Mike Wil- and sisterhood that won’t changing the landscape of provide resources, it en- coach, attended Carson you comradery, teamwork, son to come back and share get anywhere else. Com- the community in Carson. courages the youth to grow High School is now giving and character. It also teach- up and do the same thing. back to the young kids in es you the ability to execute When you have former the community. He aspires things. More importantly, professional athletes, to create a new beginning they will learn to get along school administration, and for himself and teach the with their fellow brothers. community members in- young men life skills, the They must get the oppor- vested in the youth, it can skills that he has learned tunity to enjoy the sport. change the future of an throughout his journey as We are excited about this.” entire generation of kids. a football player. Wilsons Adana Brown, the Com- The kids in the community says, “It gives me the op- munity of Schools Admin- are incredibly intelligent, portunity to coach and work istrator, was thrilled about and they need the guid- in the community where this partnership. Brown ance of community lead- I grew up. It allows me to believes this was a monu- ers to help them go in the bring my 20-year coaching mental moment in time, right direction. This col- experience to come back and she and the schools laboration will strengthen and help the local youth, saw a vast need for the stu- the relationship between the LA Unified coaches,dents. Brown says, “This people in the neighbor- and try to create a new be- allows our students to see hood and the school. The ginning. You got to let the what the beauty of commu- school administration and kids know it’s not about nity is, and bringing people COURTESY PHOTO coaches are extremely ex- where you start but where back to their roots,” which cited about what’s to come. you finish. We all have tois important because stu- Carson High School cheer squad Former NFL football play- start somewhere. You give dents need to see the value

dren to a barrage of nega- tive imagery and expecting their positive self-image to remain intact is ridiculous, insensitive, unjust, and un- fair.” Hoover then adds, “Young Black and Brown men are focused, gifted, driven, intelligent, and masterful at a host of other talents besides rap music and competitive sports; of which carries no shame, but we have other skill sets of significant influence. We are men of honor and integ- rity, regardless of whether we are born into poverty or wealth. But how can young Black and Brown men, or men of any race for that matter, define themselves

COURTESY PHOTO and live up to their full po- tential if they only receive Jerald LeVon Hoover released his debut YA title “My Friend, My Hero” in 1992. A year later, he distorted representations?” was awarded Best New Male Writer of the Year Hoover continues, “My by the Literary Society in Virginia for this novella. Friend, My Hero is intend- ed for ALL YOUTH (races and genders), but I gave the nnPa newswire “My Friend, My Hero,” spotlight to young, Black is celebrating its 25th Anni- and Brown males because Jerald LeVon Hoover versary with a commemo- of the dire need for young became the published au- rative edition that includes Black and Brown men to thor of a Young an addendum of have access to more posi- Adult (YA) title, book discussion tive representations of one of a few questions and themselves to which they books targeted now available; a can relate.” toward young full curriculum Celebrating 25 Years The New LA Yard Black and Brown with a compan- in Print, “My Friend, My boys ages 12 and ion Student Suc- Hero,” is the first in the Get up to $15,000 rebate when you up, “My Friend, cess Guidebook, acclaimed The Hero Book replace your grass with California My Hero.” This Teacher’s Guide, Series by Jerald LeVon ® novella has be- and Unit Assess- Hoover. Other titles from Friendly and native plants. come a staple, ments contain- The Hero Book Series are as recommended reading ing lesson plans. The goal “He Was My Hero,” Too, in elementary through high is to promote Social and “A Hopeful Hero,” and schools across the country Emotional Learning (SEL) “Hoop Hero.” The novella and around the world. That in the classroom by provid- took nine years to get pub- is a distinct honor Hoover ing strategies for students lished after forty rejections shares with a short list of to make better choices and and sixty drafts. African American male YA gain much needed confi- Purchase the book on ladwp.com/landscaping authors including: Walter dence to support unleash- Amazon or learn more at Dean Myers, Kevin Pow- ing their inner greatness. https://theherobookseries. ell, Kwame Alexander, and Hoover states, “Expos- com Ralph Burgess. ing Black and Brown chil- C-1 LASENTINEL.NET NEWS THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2019 Black Lives Matter Founder Holds Jail Reform Event in Pasadena BY JENNIFER BIHM mental issues. Those people Contributing Writer don’t need to be in jail. They need to be in a community Activist, public speaker, based program to help them. co-founder of Black Lives L.A. County Jail is the Matter Global Network and largest mental health facility chair of Reform L.A. Jails in the county. That’s not Patrisse Cullors, joined by right.” four candidates for L.A. Like Cullors, D.A. can- County District Attorney, didate George Gascon has a held a panel in Pasadena Sat- more personal reason for his urday, November 9 aimed at fight. raising awareness around “I have a brother who, mass incarceration and men- for the past two years has tal illness. During the festive been teetering on mental ill- PHOTO JENNIFER BIHM evening event, the panelists/ ness,” Gascon explained to Black Lives Matter founder and activist, Patrice Cullors is joined by a panel of L.A. County District Attorney candidates candidates talked about the to discuss the importance of diverting the mentally ill from jails to resources November 9, 2019 in Pasadena. the crowd Saturday night. importance of redirecting the “My family and I have mentally ill from jail to treat- “That is not the answer. of law enforcement. been trying to help him out ment. Their mission state- Incarcerating people doesn’t “Nearly two decades and he’s rejected our help. ment has been summed up in make them better, it makes ago, my older brother Monte And, one of the things I real- the social media hashtags: them worse. We have to Cullors was incarcerated by ly dread is getting that call in #REFORMLAJAILS change the mentality. We Los Angeles County sher- the middle of the night from #CARENOTCAGES need to sit side-by-side with iff’s deputies at the Pitchess my mother or someone else #CARINGISEASY. social workers and say, ‘hey, Detention Center, a county in my family that he’s been “L.A. County’s jail sys- this [mentally ill] person jail complex in Castaic,” killed. I know deep down tem is the biggest in the doesn’t deserve to go to jail, Cullors wrote in a Los Ange- that my brother is a good guy world and has a history of let’s get him into a pro- les Times Op Ed last year. but right now he’s strug- over-jailing the mentally ill,” gram…” “He was diagnosed with gling. said a spokesperson for the According to a report schizoaffective and bipolar “I don’t want to get that campaign. released by California disorders while in jail — and call. I want to do any and PHOTO JENNIFER BIHM “Right now, there are Health Policy Strategies in Community members enjoy festivities during the Reform he struck a deputy in the face everything possible to avoid 5,000 Angelenos in L.A. January of 2018: L.A. County Jails event November 9, 2019 in Pasadena. when he was being transport- that call. I want him to get County Jails simply because The annual average ed after a psychiatric evalua- the help he so desperately they suffer from mental ill- number of incarcerated indi- annual ADP taking psy- There are programs that tion. Four or five more needs. I think we can save a ness. 65% of prisoners are viduals receiving psy- chotropic medications exist to provide treatment deputies showed up, Monte lot of lives if we take a dif- not receiving the mental chotropic medication increased by 4 percentage instead of jail but there are says, and he got a beating. ferent approach.” health care and addiction increased by about 25% points between March 2012 low acceptance rates into (According to the deputies’ Also joining Cullors at support that they need. If between March 2012 and and February 2017, from those programs. account in court records, the event were co-founder of RLJ is successful, our ballot February 2017. 16% to 20%. “What we need to do is Monte attacked one deputy BLD PWR Kendrick Samp- measure will require L.A. Individuals receiving “We know the data is expand the D.A’s recom- and lunged at another who son, actor and model Jason County to invest in rehabili- psychotropic medications staggering and it’s not okay,” mendations for people to get came to the first one’s aid.)” George, actress Zuri Adele tation and mental health compose a large share of the said D.A. candidate, Rachel into those programs and Cullors said her brother known for “Good Trouble” treatment.” total jail population. The Rossi. expand their capacity.” was ultimately convicted of (2019), “Under the Dome” The campaign has a goal population of individuals “I come to this with a Rossi said she would battery on an officer in addi- (2013) and “The Social of contacting nearly 300,000 receiving psychotropic med- different perspective from also start looking into how to tion to an original charge of Worker” (2014), actress voters in L.A. County before ication represents about 20% having had to sit next to prevent mentally ill patients evading police, and sen- Dawn Lyen-Gardner as seen election day, said campaign of annual Average Daily those people who are from entering into the crimi- tenced to 40 months in state on “Queen Sugar,” rising officials. Population (ADP) statewide, churned in and out of the nal justice system in the first prison. Compton rapper Boogie, “L.A. County has a his- as of February 2017. criminal justice system on a place. Event organizer Cul- “There are currently medical director of the tory of dealing with mental- The share of the total jail daily basis. If I’m elected as lors herself, began the 17,000 people in our county Office of Diversion and ly ill people by incarcerating population receiving psy- district attorney, I would first movement in response to the jail,” Cabellos said. Reentry Kristen Ochoa and them,” said D.A. candidate, chotropic medications is expand access to diversion violence her mentally ill “5300 of them, almost a D.A. candidate, Joseph Richard Cabellos. increasing. The percent of programs that already exist. brother suffered at the hands third, are people who have Iniguez. PHOTO CREDIT: VINNIE RATCLIFF

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By Stacy M. Brown ling channel a necessity “By and large, white NNPA Newswire Senior for African Americans and people talk about stuff- Correspondent others who seek a differ- ing and pumpkin pie. That ent perspective than what’s doesn’t mean we can’t in- As the historic launch available through other terchange those dishes, but news outlets. on January 6, 2020, of culturally specific to us the Black News Channel “Right now, we have a would be sweet potato pie (BNC) approaches, offi- lot of opinion in the news,” and cornbread dressing. cials can count members of Bass stated. We have different cultures, Congress among those ea- “There are 54 members different meals. gerly anticipating the new of the Congressional Black “But, it’s a lot of things platform. Caucus who want to be a like that we never hear or Congresswoman Karen part of this because you see in mainstream media Bass (D-Calif.), the chair don’t see us, and you don’t when it comes to African of the Congressional Black hear about us [through American culture.” Caucus and Congresswom- mainstream news],” she Watts also said it was an Yvette Clarke, the chair said. important to acknowledge of the House Committee With a partnership with Charter Communications’ on Energy and Commerce, the National Newspaper role in the launch of the joined a gathering of BNC Publishers Association’s BNC. officials, anchors, and other Black-owned newspapers “If someone thinks you guests at a reception on De- and media companies, the can do this without distri- cember 3 in Washington, BNC expects to fast be- (Left-to-Right): BNC chairman JC Watts and BNC CEO, Bob Brillante (PHOTO: CHERYL BROWNLEE) bution, it’s a pipedream. D.C., to toast the launch of come the top destination Charter came along and the network. for all who want to con- The channel is the en- and where they kept Afri- 200 guests. bought into our vision and “This has been long in sume African American deavor of the network’s vi- can people at the door of “What’s significant understood where we were the making,” said BNC’s news in print, on television sionaries and co-founders, no return to never see Af- about the BNC is that it going,” Watts stated. Vice President of Com- and mobile devices. Chairman J.C. Watts, Jr. rica again. But we also saw will be a reflection of- peo “They could have seen munity Affairs and former An independent net- and CEO Bob Brillante. clinics, doctors, the build- ple of African descent. In it as risky, and I suspect ing of hospitals, lawyers, my district, I have people that someone sitting at and others. from around the world, the the table said, ‘I’m not so “And [Jefferson] went [African] continent, the Ca- sure,’ but they did it, and it home and told his 90-year- ribbean, South and Central made us real. Things have old granddad that we saw America. fallen into place. We have doctors and lawyers and the “They’re all seeking over 60 people employed building of hospitals. And, knowledge and a viewpoint in Tallahassee, and we his 90-year-old granddad and lens that speak from have bureaus in New York, said, ‘I knew there was their experience. So, I’m Atlanta, Washington, and more.’ excited about this,” Clarke other areas.” “That is the mission of stated. Watts, who was a star the Black News Channel. Watts noted that the quarterback in college There’s more to the African BNC would be culturally and the Canadian Football American community than specific. League, then used a foot- what we see,” Watts stated. “Rarely do you hear ball analogy to describe During the December anyone on any network where things currently 3 reception, Watts partici- today talking about Sickle stand with the BNC. pated in a fireside chat withCell Disease, which is a “We’re in the Red Clarke and Waldo McMil- disease that primarily im- Zone,” he stated. “We’re lan, the vice president of pacts African Americans,” (left to right) Waldo McMillian from Charter Communications, Congresswoman Yvette about to raise our hands Legislative Affairs at Char- Watts stated. Clarke (D-NY), BNC Chairman JC Watts (PHOTO: CHERYL BROWNLEE) [signaling a touchdown] on ter Communications. “And, when we talk January 6, and I would not Tallahassee, Florida Mayor work that’s minority- “I remember going to “We don’t have as many about being culturally spe- be sitting here with Con- John Marks. owned and operated, BNC West Africa with a bipar- opportunities to view our- cific, we just had -Thanks gresswoman Clarke, had it “When you see what will be the nation’s only tisan delegation that in- selves and to have our nar- giving. By and large, not been for Charter Com- we’ve done and what we’re provider of 24/7 cable news cluded Democrat William ratives authentically por- when we’re talking about munications saying, ‘We going to do, it will knock programming dedicated to Jefferson,” said Watts, the trayed through those who Thanksgiving dinner, Afri- believe in the Black News your socks off,” Marks covering the unique per- former Republican con- have similar experiences,” can Americans are talking Channel vision.’” stated. spective of African Ameri- gressman out of Oklahoma. Clarke stated during the en- about cornbread dressing Bass called the fledg- can communities. “We saw the little huts gaging chat before nearly and sweet potato pie.

ings, heavy equipment, and serve America’s small busi- machinery. The program nesses with responsive, rel- is administered by local evant, and innovative lend- CDCs, private nonprofiting solutions,” said Wayne corporations that work Williams, SVP & Senior with private-sector lend- Lending Officer at Busi- ers to provide financingness to Finance Group Inc. in small businesses. In 2019, Fairfax, Virginia. “Reduc- the SBA approved 6,099 ing burdensome regulation loans equaling $4.96 bil- and streamlining and mod- lion. The program is also ernizing program deliv- geared toward job creation ery will help improve the

COURTESY PHOTO and requires that borrowers SBA 504 Loan Program.” Rep. Judy Chu (CA-27) create or retain a minimum “Small business are the of one job per $75,000 lifeblood of our economy. Sentinel newS Service of SBA funds received. At the core, small busi-

The hearing allowed nesses are not inanimate Rep. Judy Chu (CA-27), members to hear directly objects – they are people Chairwoman of the House from witnesses from the taking ideas and solving Small Business Subcom- CDC community regard- problems, people providing mittee on Investigations, ing their experience with meaningful jobs and ad- Oversight, and Regula- the program. The hear- vancement opportunities to tions, held a hearing on the For First-Time Homebuyers ing covered issues like the others, people paying taxes current state of the Small lingering impact of the to pay for services in our Business Administra- Looking to buy your first home can mean lots of questions and government shutdown, ex- communities, and much, tion’s (SBA) 504/Certified uncertainty. From our Southern California beginnings to over 130 pediting low-dollar loans, much more,” said Elaine Development Company streamlining the loan clos- Fairman, Executive Di- locations today, we’ve helped immigrant families achieve the life (CDC) lending program. ing process, the SBA’s rector of Business Expan- The 504/CDC program they’ve imagined for themselves. Our loan specialists will provide you requested increase in the sion Funding Corporation facilitates small business with the guidance and financing options to suit your needs. maximum loan amount, in Charlotte, NC. “If we growth by helping firms and current leasing limita- are willing to improve the secure affordable capital tions for 504 businesses. 504 program by working • Down payments as low as 3% for investments in land, “By solving these prob- together, we can expand buildings, and fixed assets. • Assistance available for down payment and closing cost lems [in the 504 program], our reach and impact.” “In Fiscal Year 2018, the • Flexible qualification guidelines we will help our small busi- “SBA’s loan programs, number of jobs support- nesses and our economy including the 504 program, • Competitive rates ed by 504 loans dropped grow,” said Mary Mans- are designed to fill the gaps slightly compared to pre- field, President & CEOleft of by the private markets, vious years. This raised Bay Colony Development providing loans to small questions about the pro- David Sanchez Corp. in Waltham MA. “As business owners who can- gram’s performance and I stated at the beginning of not afford or obtain loans Mortgage Business Development Officer the steps we can take to my testimony, 504 borrow- from conventional lend- NMLSR # 485527 ensure that the 504/CDC ers are statutorily required ers,” said Chairwoman 626.371.8910 program is creating jobs to create or retain jobs for Chu. “The 504 program in our communities,” said [email protected] every $75,000 they receive. takes this one step further Chairwoman Chu. “We The easier it is for responsi- by targeting small busi- would like to know what’s ble small businesses to ac- nesses with unique capi- working, what’s not, and cess this program, the more tal needs – the purchase what we can do to ensure jobs our country creates.” of major fixed assets such that this program is per- “As we all strive to make as land, buildings, and forming at full capacity.” SBA and its loan programs equipment. Ensuring this Since 1958, the 504/CDC relevant to a dynamic, program is effectively All rates, fees, products and program guidelines are subject to change or Loan Guaranty program changing marketplace and reaching and serving small discontinue without prior notice. Other limitations and restrictions may apply. All has been backing long- loans are subject to East West Bank’s application, underwriting, appraisal, and business environment, I businesses at this critical credit approval. Program is available in selected counties of California, Georgia, term fixed-rate loans to Massachusetts, Nevada, New York, Texas and Washington. remain hopeful that we all stage of growth is a prior- support investment in fixed share the same goal to better ity of this Committee.” Equal Housing Lender Member FDIC NMLSR ID 469761 assets, like land, build- THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2019 www.lasentinel.net D-1

By Cora JaCkson-Fossett to their manager, Dana Lin, Professor Iris Stevenson- nitely paying off for The Religion Editor that is the main influence McCullough, the renowned Zion Messengers and they that directs their career. director of the Crenshaw recommend that both as- God has blessed The “Our love for Christ High School choir, as well piring and seasoned artists Zion Messengers beyond and passion for music, as work with artists such incorporate that philosophy measure and He shows no specifically gospel, are the as The Game, Lupe Fiasco, as they journey through life sign of ceasing. Preparing key factors that inspired, Faith Evans and Terrace and their gospel music ca- to release their third album, and still does inspire, The Martin. reers. the group has yielded to Zion Messengers to press In addition, Hamilton “As a group, we stand God’s direction and signifi- towards the mark,” insisted has long collaborated with firm on the Word of God cantly benefitted from allLin, who goes by the moni- Snoop Dogg on both gos- and believe in always keep- He’s enabled them to do. ker, Ms. D – the Snoop pel and secular tracks. ing God first,” noted Lin. The L.A.-based quintet Dogg of Gospel, in a nod to The Zion Messengers “One of our favorite scrip- consists of Travion Howze, her 30 years of experience sing “Going Home” on tures is Ephesians 3:20 - vocals; Anthony Gates, in the field. Snoop’s “Bible of Love” ‘Now unto Him that is able vocals; Chris McFrazier, “The Bible declares in album and Snoop is execu- to do exceedingly, abun- keyboard and vocals; Jesse Matthew 5:16, ‘Let your tive producer of their new dantly, above all that we COURTESY PHOTO Robinson IV, bass guitar; light so shine before me, The Zion Messengers delighted the crowd during their project with producer Bro- ask or think, according to Tarron Overshown, drums; that they may see your performance on the Brenda Marsh-Mitchell Gospel dy Brown. the power that works in us.’ and Charles “Uncle Chucc” good works, and glorify Stage at the 2019 Taste of Soul. From left are Anthony“God used a worldly “This verse reminds us Hamilton, lead guitar and your Father which is in Gates, Jesse Robinson IV, Travion Howze, Chris McFra- rapper to expose us all over how powerful our God is. vocals. heaven!’ We simply want zier and Charles “Uncle Chucc” Hamilton. the world and thanks for All we have to do is think Unified in their focus, our light for Christ to shine, Snoop’s platform, we were of a plan and He can exe- The Zion Messengers read- on-and-off stage,” she said. legend, Snoop Dogg. A part of The Zion Travelers. the first traditional gospel cute and increase that very ily admit that their relation- That mission has guid- child prodigy, Hamilton After studying music at quintet to make history by thought and amaze us with ship with Christ combined ed The Zion Messengers was playing the organ, gui- L.A. Southwest College, he performing live on ‘The His goodness and favor!” with their desire to sing since their founding in tar, bass and drums in his became more involved in Jimmy Kimmel Show’ in To contact or book ignited their rise towards 2012 by “Uncle Chucc” church by the age of five.recording and production. April 2018,” said Lin. The Zion Messengers, call the top of a crowded gospel Hamilton, who acquired Nine years later, he started His expertise led to inter- Keeping Christ at the Dana Lin, a.k.a. Ms. D, at music field. And according his nickname from the rap singing with his family as national engagements with head of their life is - defi(602) 341-4042.

By Vanilla P. Brooks 973 E. 43rd St., in Los An- will present a training ses- viding the Ministries Your and Bettye F. niChols geles. The Rev. Bernard sion on sexual harassment Community Needs,” facili- Contributing Writers Jackson is the host pastor. from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. tated by the Rev. Dr. Mark The conference begins At 2 p.m., Diana Win- Hardin, presiding elder of Bishop Bobby R. Best, with registration at 9 a.m., ton will conduct a training the Los Angeles District. presiding prelate of the followed by devotion and session entitled, “Are You The conference con- CME Ninth Episcopal worship at 9:30 a.m., featur- a Good Disciple of Jesus cludes with a service at 7 District, will convene the ing a message by the Rev. Christ?” At 2:45 p.m., the p.m. The Rev. Dr. Char- Southern California Region Rodney Wooten. The busi- Rev. Keith Ellison, will lie Hames, Jr., pastor of Mid-Winter Council on Fri- ness session is scheduled present “The Importance of Beebe Memorial Cathe- COURTESY PHOTO COURTESY PHOTO day, December 13, at Phil- from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Tithing,” followed by, “Are dral CME Church in Oak- Bishop Bobby Best Pastor Bernard Jackson lips Temple CME Church, and Attorney Ouida Brown You and Your Church Pro- land, will preach the Word. D-2 LASENTINEL.NET RELIGION THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2019

By Cora JaCkson-Fossett the church garage parking goal is to introduce people by Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion Editor Religion Editor lot. to Christ in the hope that “The need is greater they will accept Him as In keeping with the than ever, so we encourage their Savior. The blankets Pleasant Hill Baptist Church season of giving, Trinity the community to contrib- pave the way to opening plans the 5th Annual Jingle Jam Toy Giveaway on Dec. 14, Baptist Church will pres- ute to this worthy cause to hearts and minds, but the from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 2009 W. Martin Luther King Jr. ent two community events help the homeless,” said Word of God never fades Blvd., in Los Angeles, said Bishop Sylvester Washington, to help people enjoy the Tunstill. away.” pastor. In partnership with Ella’s Foundation, the church will distribute toy bags and bikes to 400+ children. Also, music, holidays. “Our theme is ‘Love In support of his min- food, games, a VIP Pamper Pop Up, and interactive Christmas The first program is a Your Neighbor’ based on istry, Ferguson has run in stories will be available. For details, call (323) 293-6448. Christmas concert entitled, Luke 10:27-37, and Broth- more than 50 marathons “O Holy Night,” set for CORA J. FOSSETT/L.A. SENTINEL er Brian Ferguson, our with all proceeds going to First AME Church – L.A. Sunday, Dec. 15, at 3:30 Pastor Alvin Tunstill and main organizer for many the homeless. presents a Christmas musical, “Straight Outta Bethlehem,” Brother Brian Ferguson. on Dec. 15, at 4 p.m., at 2270 S. Harvard Blvd., in Los p.m., in the edifice at 2040 years, is heading up our Throughout the year, he Angeles, said Pastor J. Edgar Boyd. The Sunday School W. Jefferson Blvd., in Los campaign.” arranges several activities Department sponsors the event. On Dec. 21, from 8 a.m. to Angeles. According to Annual Blanket Drive as Ferguson, who has been to aid homeless individuals 12 p.m., the annual Christmas Giveaway takes place. Gently Pastor Alvin Tunstill, Jr., part of their ongoing mis- a homeless advocate for including foot washings, used coats, jackets, sweaters, hats, gloves and scarves will the combined choirs will sion to aid women, men over quarter-century, said, pedicures and grooming be distributed. For information, call (323) 735-1251. sing a wide range of selec- and children who live on “We accept donations all services, as well as distrib- Victory Bible Church tions under the direction of the streets of Los Angeles. year long, but as the weath- uting meals, toiletries, hand holds their 15th Annual Scholarship Fundraiser on Dec. Roland Hamilton. Donations of full, king and er turns cold, the gift of warmers and tarps. 15, at 6 p.m., at the Arcadia Performing Arts Center, 188 On Saturday, Dec. 21, queen blankets, along with warm blankets and pillows To learn more about Campus Drive in Arcadia, said Bishop Milton White, Sr., Trinity’s Homeless Minis- pillows, will be accepted is especially needed. the concert or the Blanket pastor. Proceeds will benefit the VBC Scholarship Fund, try will sponsor their 12th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., in “Of course, our main Drive, call (323) 735-0044. which awards grants to college-bound students. Actors Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker Kodjoe will emcee and gospel recording artist Shawn McLemore will appear with a 100-voice community choir. Also, a professional choral ensemble and musicians from Arcadia High School will perform. For concert tickets and sponsorship opportunities, visit vbcpasadena.org. sentinel news serViCe “Beginning Wednes- and Youth Department at 8 Miracle Temple Church of God Pentecostal day, December 18, at 7:30 a.m., on Sunday, December host their annual Community Christmas Luncheon on Dec. Superintendent Jeffrey p.m., we will have a the- 22, and our annual Christ- 21, at 1 p.m., at 109 W. Buckthorn St., in Inglewood, said and Lady Floetta Lewis ex- atrical performance with mas service at 9 a.m.,” said Bishop Johnny Young, senior pastor. The event will be held in the fellowship hall and is open to the public. Call (310) 419- tend an invitation to fami- the theme, “It’s a Wonder- Supt. Lewis. 7335 for information. lies everywhere to attend ful Life,” by the Fine Arts “Lastly, join us as we the upcoming Christmas Department, followed by a close out 2019 and praise COURTESY PHOTO Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church services at New Antioch special Christmas presen- our way into 2020 at our Superintendent Jeffrey Lewis plans a Christmas Musical on Dec. 21, at 3 p.m., at 3719 W. Church of God in Christ. tation from the Children Watch Night Service on Slauson Ave., in Los Angeles, said Pastor Mary S. Minor. The Monday, December 31, at Music Department, under president Georgia Ghee, sponsors 10 p.m. Come out and be the event. On Dec. 22, at 7:45 p.m., an intergenerational Christmas program, directed by Exhorter Gwen Williams, blessed!” will be held, followed by Christmas worship at 9 a.m. To staFF rePort The Christmas worship the Extended Ensemble and New Antioch Church learn more, call (323) 296-5610. service takes place on Sun- the Dozier Family Singers. of God in Christ located McCarty Memorial day, Dec. 22, at 10:45 a.m., Anderson said the com- at 7826 S. Vermont Avenue First United Methodist Church of Compton Christian Church will mark at 4101 W. Adams Blvd., in munity is invited to attend Los Angeles, CA 90044. presents musician and composer Charles Barnes in concert the birth of Christ Jesus on Dec. 29, at 10 a.m., at 1025 S. Long Beach Blvd., in Los Angeles. At 5 p.m., a both events. Services are broadcast live Compton, said Pastor Arnetha Inge. Barnes just released a with two events, announced Christmas concert will be To learn more, call on Sundays, at 11:00 am at new CD, “You’re So Good Thank You Lord.” For information, Pastor Edward Anderson. held with performances by (323) 731-4131. newantiochcogic.tv. email [email protected].

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