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Black families fight for California Gold Country land taken from their ancestors
COLOMA -- In a tiny town where the California gold rush began, Black families are seeking restitution for land that was taken from their ancestors to make way for a state park now frequented by fourth graders learning about the state's history.Their efforts in Coloma, a town of around 300 people that's located about 36 miles northeast of Sacramento, are one of the latest examples of Black Americans urging the government to atone for practices that have kept them from thriving long after chattel slavery was abolished.Debates over reparations for African Americans often come back to land. That was at...
Teen arrested for graffiti spree in Fillmore
A 15-year-old was arrested for vandalism charges after a string of graffiti crimes in Fillmore from gang participation, according to the Ventura County Sheriff's Office. The post Teen arrested for graffiti spree in Fillmore appeared first on News Channel 3-12.
New 163-Unit Affordable Housing Project Breaks Ground in Long Beach's Midtown
The City of Long Beach has officially embarked on a journey to expand its affordable housing inventory with the groundbreaking of 1400 Long Beach, a new 163-unit complex catering to low-income families. Located in the heart of Midtown, the project aims to transform a previously vacant lot into a community-enhancing residential space. Mayor Rex Richardson, at the ceremony said, "We are thrilled to begin construction for this exciting project in Midtown," and emphasized the city's ongoing mission toward increasing affordable housing availability.
The Education Exchange: Los Angeles Says No More Cell Phones in Class
Imminent phone ban by nation’s second-largest school district could be first domino to fall. Nick Melvoin, member of the Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education, joins Paul E. Peterson to discuss LAUSD’s decision to ban cell phone use during the school day, which will take effect in January 2025.
Revitalizing Entertainment: East End Studios breaks ground on new facility
With the groundbreaking of East End Studios’ Mission Campus on July 16, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass reaffirmed the city’s dedication to maintaining local production and bolstering LA’s key industry. This five-acre film sound stage and production studio complex will introduce state-of-the-art facilities to Downtown’s Arts District, ensuring that filming and production activities continue within the city.
Successful Transaction: Historic 612 S. Broadway sold for $16M
The historic building at 612 S. Broadway was sold for $16 million, according to Cushman & Wakefield. The sale of the 80,000-square-foot landmark in DTLA’s historic core was brokered by the Cushman & Wakefield team of Mike Condon Jr., Erica Finck, Reid Gratsch, Brittany Winn, and Kylie Rawn, in partnership with Mark Zakarian.
Major Funding Secured: Buttigieg, Bass unveil funding to electrify buses
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass welcomed U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to Los Angeles July 18 to highlight the ways in which Los Angeles is preparing for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games to benefit Angelenos for decades. During the visit, local leaders highlighted federal investments to expand LA’s...
Shohei Ohtani Breaks The Internet After Hitting A Baseball OUT Of Dodger Stadium
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar, Shohei Ohtani, ceases to amaze the baseball world, whether it's his elite play on both sides of the ball, or his ability to hit baseballs seemingly into orbit. Well, on Sunday Night Baseball against the Boston Red Sox, Ohtani hit a ball that cleared the roof beyond ...
Bruin Theatre’s Future Uncertain as Regency’s Lease of Two Historic Westwood Movie Palaces Ends This Week
Westwood Village’s Bruin Theatre and Fox Village Theatre will screen their last films — for now — on Thursday as Regency Theatres’ lease comes to an end at the two historic Los Angeles venues. Jason Reitman Acquires Fox Village Westwood Theater With Filmmakers Including Steven Spielberg, Christopher Nolan, JJ Abrams, Chloé Zhao Opened in 1937, the streamline-moderne style Bruin is being represented by commercial real estate firm Newmark, which repped the sale of the Fox Village. With 670 seats, it’s smaller than the Fox Village Theatre across the street, which currently has about 1400 seats. Both venues have a long history...
Russell Westbrook Pens Emotional Message To Clippers After Trade
The Los Angeles Clippers traded Russell Westbrook to the Utah Jazz in a package involving Kris Dunn. Shortly after, the Jazz waived Westbrook, and he is expected to join Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets once he clears waivers. On Sunday, Westbrook penned an emotional farewell message to the ...
Fallen U.S. Air Force Airman Honored at Inglewood Park Cemetery
INGLEWOOD, Calif., July 21 (KNN) — A Celebration of Life with military honors was held for fallen U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Jorge Arturo Delgado at the… Read more "Fallen U.S. Air Force Airman Honored at Inglewood Park Cemetery">
Lakers Free-Agent Option Could Be Poached by West Contender: Report
The Lakers have a full roster, with 15 players under contract, but it’s no secret that the team did not want or expect that to be the case. Christian Wood, Cam Reddish and D’Angelo Russell all opted in on their contracts for 2024-25, which left the Lakers with no available spots, despite their desire to add some talent to the mix.
VIDEO: Gilbert Arenas Urges Nick Young To Move On From Lakers Star D’Angelo Russell’s Infamous ‘Snitching’ Incident
Nick Young and D’Angelo Russell had a significant rivalry after an incident in 2016 that hurt Young and led to a controversy between them. In a recent interview on Vlad TV, former NBA player Gilbert Arenas discussed the ongoing feud between D’Angelo Russell and Nick Young. Russell’s widely publicized “snitching” incident caused a fallout, leading to the split between Young and rapper Iggy Azalea.
Chargers Star Joey Bosa Makes Life-Changing Announcement
Joey Bosa has been overshadowed by his brother Nick in recent years, but remains one of the top defensive ends in the National Football League when he's playing up to his potential. With Jim Harbaugh now in Los Angeles, the Chargers star is turning over a new leaf both on and off the football ...
Esta TerBlanche, All My Children Star, Dead at 51
The soap opera world is in mourning. Esta TerBlanche, who starred on All My Children in the late '90s and early aughts, died July 18, her rep said. The actress was 51. "It’s with a heavy heart that my friend and client Esta TerBlanche passed away Thursday of natural causes," her rep, Lisa Rodrigo, announced on Facebook July 20. An autopsy report is pending."
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