Derrick’s Jamaican opens a second restaurant
Christie Bertch | 3-9-2010 | Comments |
The economic slump is forcing many businesses to close, but one local restaurant is defying the trend and opening at a second location. [...]
South LA Podcast: Police Chief Charlie Beck visits USC
Timothy Werth | 3-5-2010 | Comments |
LAPD Police Chief Charlie Beck visited USC to speak about his years working in South LA, and the department's relationship with USC. [...]
Students rally against education budget cuts at Cal State Los Angeles
Amanda Herman | 3-4-2010 | Comments |
Students gather for a Day of Action on the Cal State Los Angeles campus, to protest the $283 million budget cuts to California education. [...]
Jamiel Shaw’s parents speak out on the anniversary of his tragic death.
Michelle LaRue | 3-2-2010 | Comments |
High school football star Jamiel Shaw was killed in gang crossfire two years ago. Now, his parents urge supervisors to crack down on violent illegal aliens. [...]
Thousands visit Vernon psychic’s shop
Lauren Whaley | 3-2-2010 | Comments |
Psychic José Ledesma's Esoterica is a one-stop shop for spirituality, religious supplies, health care and therapy. [...]
Crown Jewel Club teaches etiquette and manners at South LA schools
Emily Henry | 3-2-2010 | Comments |
At Trinity Elementary School in Southeast Los Angeles, a group of fifth-grade girls donning wide-brimmed hats sat down for a spot of afternoon tea. [...]
Six fitness zones designated in South LA
Catherine Cloutier | 2-27-2010 | Comments |
The Trust for Public Land installed nine pieces of exercise equipment in South LA parks, and these "fitness zones" have become very popular in the area. [...]
Angelenos discuss today’s LA
Stephanie Guzman | 2-27-2010 | Comments |
Writers, politicians, academics and historians gathered at Eso Won Books in Leimert Park to take a look at the state of modern-day Los Angeles. [...]
BLOG: How unemployment will change the attitude of young America
Emily Henry | 2-26-2010 | Comments |
The job market is tough, and young people seeking work may be altered by it for the rest of their lives. [...]