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L.A. Stentorians president expressed serious concerns before the devastating fires about the leadership of the Los Angeles Fire Department.
Ethnic Media Services conference discussed hate crimes
Nearly 150 media outlets attended the annual Ethnic Media Conference, Expo, and Awards in Sacramento.
Attracting tourism to Black Los Angeles
With planning for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games underway, the ULI Los Angeles: Urban Marketplace held panel discussions with the topic of increasing tourism in local Black communities.
Los Angeles is gearing up for the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics
Mayor Karen Bass recently took a trip to Paris before the 2024 Olympics, and Los Angeles County receives nearly $900 million in federal funding ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games.
Black Lives Matter Los Angeles purchases building in Leimert Park
The Center for Black Power is the meeting place for BLM-LA and partnering organizations which combat police brutality, supports gang interventionists, and teaches children leadership skills.
LA Standard wins the Photo Essay award at the Ethnic Media Service awards
The Los Angeles Standard Newspaper was recognized for their Juneteenth coverage.
Juneteenth celebrations in local Black communities
For this holiday, it’s important to celebrate and keep Black dollars in Black communities.
Local journalist Tina “Slauson Girl” Sampay honored as an Unsung Hero
California State Assemblymember Isaac Bryan recognized Sampay’s bold contributions to Black media in Los Angeles.
Investment in Baldwin Village is about community
The nation’s largest Black-owned affordable housing investor made a record $220 million investment to help stabilize the community by purchasing the 669-unit Baldwin Village Apartments.
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Movement to co-name Crenshaw Blvd. “Malcolm X Blvd.”
There have been movements for decades to add Malcolm X’s name to a street in Los Angeles’ Black community. FA-MLI, Inc.’s plan is to add Malcolm X’s name to Crenshaw Boulevard.
Many issues stemming from the 1992 Uprising still exist today
Community Build partnered with the Los Angeles Public Library for a screening of “The Fire This Time,” which highlighted the issues that led to the 1992 Uprising.
Crenshaw/LAX line is at “substantial completion;” opens at the end of the summer
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South Los Angeles resident Randal Henry has published a book that showcases remarkable African Americans who were born, raised, or lived in South L.A.
Dad’s Back Academy helps formerly incarcerated become reacclimated into family life
Participants of the program are less likely to return to prison because they are better equipped to manage relationships upon their return home. The program, in partnership with Community Build, helps them with job training and job placement.
Black-owned Gorilla Rx cannabis dispensary opens on Crenshaw Boulevard
Kika Keith fought hard to bring a Black-owned cannabis dispensary to her community, which will better serve the area than a dispensary that is owned by somebody from outside of the community. She’s also erasing the stigmas associated with cannabis use.
South Los Angeles gets two new swimming pools
New pools open at Van Ness Recreation Center on Slauson Avenue and Van Ness Avenue, and at Algin Sutton Recreation Center on Hoover Street just south of Manchester Boulevard.
Leimert Park Plaza opens to the public
The opening of the plaza gives the community more green space to host health and wellness activities.
Tavis Smiley’s KBLA Talk 1580 is Los Angeles’ first Black-owned talk radio station
Smiley is back on the air as he’s brought an amazing lineup which includes Dominique DiPrima, DL Hugley, and Melina Abdullah to speak about Black political and social issues.
Leimert Park Rising Juneteenth Commemoration
The festival along Degnan Boulevard will feature five stages with live music, workshops, panel discussions, children activities, and vendors.
Sip & Sonder’s Juneteenth Celebration in Inglewood
The Black-owned coffee shop will host a special edition of their monthly vendor pop-up sidewalk series.
African Marketplace and Drum Circle in Leimert Park Village
New permit requirements in the city of Los Angeles have made it difficult for street vendors to sell goods in the village. Local organizers are working to obtain a long-term permit.
Remembering Latasha Harlins
A South Los Angeles playground has been renamed in honor of Harlins, and Netflix released a documentary about her life.
Sip & Sonder was featured on The Ellen DeGeneres Show
South LA Cafe was featured on The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Check out South LA Cafe owners’ reaction to a huge surprise!
With violent crimes on the rise, gang prevention programs need more funding
Programs such as Community Build and Reclaiming America’s Communities through Empowerment could have a greater impact if the programs received more funding.
Electric shuttle service Circuit gives free rides in Leimert Park
This service helps locals get to places of need without causing pollution.
Tuskegee Airman Theodore G. “Ted” Lumpkin, Jr. passes away
The Los Angeles native was well loved in South L.A.
Destination Crenshaw featured L.A. Standard Newspaper Publisher Jason Lewis
The feature is for Destination Crenshaw's Faces of Black LA series
Fresh food, Black merchandise, and voter education at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza
The Crenshaw Farmers’ Market, Melanin Market LA, and voters drives are happening Saturdays at the mall.
The Black Report
FOX SOUL’s all-Black news show covers national news from a Black perspective.
Black Lives Matter!
Protesters in Los Angeles want justice, a reallocation of public safety funds, and D.A. Jackey Lacey to prosecute law enforcement agents.
Local mom-and-pop landlords seek aid during COVID-19 crisis
Small rental property owners are struggling to make mortgage payments, which may force them to sell properties. This could reduce affordable housing that is available to locals.
Medical professionals discuss the daily stresses of battling COVID-19
Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital is on the front lines of the battle against COVID-19
Los Angeles comes together during COVID-19 crisis
Community members have stepped up to help people who are the most in need.
COVID-19 is negatively impacting Black communities
Initially many Black people believed that the coronavirus would not harm Black communities, but poor health and a lack of access to quality heath care has led to higher death rates among Black people.
Spectrum News 1 SoCal celebrates its first year of providing hyperlocal news
The network has won prestigious awards for presenting positive, community-based stories.
Local entrepreneurs discuss Nipsey Hussle’s impact
While gentrification is impacting South Los Angeles and Inglewood, Nipsey Hussle was a symbol of Black people investing in their own communities.
2019 King Day Photos
Photos from the Kingdom Day Parade and Freedom Festival in Leimert Park
2019 King Day events
Events in Los Angeles and Inglewood on Saturday and Monday.
Spectrum partners with Rebuilding Together to renovate local homes
Spectrum’s Housing Assist program and Rebuilding Together Long Beach has renovated homes in South Los Angeles and Compton.
Love My Neighbor Foundation supports the less fortunate in Skid Row every Thursday
The foundation passes out food, clothing, and toiletries on Skid Row every Thursday from noon to 2 p.m.
American Heart Association’s Community STEPS program celebrates one year
This partnership between the community and the LAPD has greatly reduced violent crime in and around Harvard Park in South Los Angeles.
The proposed Inglewood Transit Connector will connect people, places, and the future
Mayor Butts highlights the financial impact of recent development projects, and addresses the traffic concerns.
Park Mesa Heights residents are creating positive changes in their neighborhoods
The neighborhood council which presides over View Heights, Angeles Mesa, and Hyde Park will host a planning meeting on May 12 at Dulan’s on Crenshaw.
Destination Crenshaw will celebrate Black culture and history in South Los Angeles

Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson presents Destination Crenshaw to community members at The Museum of African American Art on the third floor of Macy’s at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza. Photo by Jason Lewis
“…We can take this desire, this need, and this necessity at this moment in history, the necessity to tell our story, to document our story, but also to mark our territory forever.” -Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial is Dedicated in Kenneth Hahn State Recreational Area
The memorial is at the highest point of the park, overlooking the city.
2018 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day pictorial

Senator Kamala Harris with actors Jurnee Smollett-Bell and Jussie Smollett. Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. which Harris is a member of, are holding signs behind them. Photo by Jason Lewis
Photos from the Kingdom Day Parade, the Freedom Fest, and MLK Jr. Day Celebration at the California African American Museum.
The Liquor Bank’s permit to sell alcohol is revoked
"The Liquor Bank served as a hot spot of crime, drugs, and violence. Today, we said enough is enough, our community deserves better.” -Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson
Local African-American veterans seek fair treatment by West L.A. VA Medical Center

Veterans held picket signs outside of the West L.A. VA Medical Center. They feel that members of their group are being denied benefits. Photos by Jason Lewis
The veterans feel that they are being denied benefits and services because of their race.
Major traffic issue on Slauson Ave. is being addressed
Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas and the Department of Public Works are addressing this traffic problem.
West Angeles springs into action to support the people of Houston
The church partnered with other COGIC churches, political leaders, public figures, and community members to support people affected by Hurricane Harvey.
L.A. City Council approves the renaming of Rodeo Rd. to Obama Blvd.

If the name change is approved, Obama Blvd. will intersect with Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Photo by Jason Lewis
Obama Boulevard is set to be unveiled on Presidents' Day 2019. It will intersect with Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Harriet completes excavating twin tunnels under Crenshaw Blvd.

Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, standing in front of the tunnel boring machine, addresses a crowd six stories below Crenshaw Blvd. Photos by Jason Lewis
The Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project stations at Exposition Blvd., MLK Jr. Blvd., and in Leimert Park are now connected.
Assemblymember Sebastian Ridley-Thomas provided free legal consultations to local residents

A community member discusses a legal case with an attorney at Assemblymember Sebastian Ridley-Thomas’ office. Photo by Jason Lewis
Ridley-Thomas has plans for more pro bono legal clinics in the future.
The CLC links Metro and the community together
This Community Leadership Council allows local residents to have a voice in the development of the Crenshaw/LAX line.
2017 Martin Luther King Jr. Day pictorial
Photos from the Kingdom Day Parade, Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom Fest in Leimert Park, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration at the California African American Museum (CAAM).
The Kingdom Day Parade in Los Angeles is the largest King Day celebration in the nation

A cheer squad passes through the intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Photo by Jason Lewis
Over 200,000 people are expected to converge on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
Community Leadership Council takes a hardhat tour of Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project
There is a discussion to extend the line north of Exposition Blvd.
Community activists call for more resources
Activists want community based solutions rather than a stronger police presence to solve issues in minority communities.
Bridging the gap between the community and the LAPD
The LAPD has made connections with certain demographics, but there is still a disconnect.
Metro’s massive construction project under Crenshaw Blvd.

The bulk of the construction for Metro’s Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project is out of sight, as there is a six-story hole under Crenshaw Blvd. at Rodeo Rd., Martin Luther King Blvd., and 43rd Place. Photo by Jason Lewis
South LA Natives Launch Housing Investment Management and Development Platform
Housing Impact Partners LLC (HIP), a community- centered real estate investment and development platform, has officially launched with a mission to forge strategic partnerships to address the housing challenge.
Destination Crenshaw is building economic opportunity in South Los Angeles
The outdoor art exhibit, which celebrates Black culture in Los Angeles, also supports Black-owned businesses and creates jobs for local Black residents.
Tech increases business sales for African Image Beauty Supply and Salon
The use of social media and a stronger online presence has helped this Black-owned business connect with their customers and create new business.
Black business webinars
The Valley Economic Alliance created a YouTube series to help close the capital gap for African American entrepreneurs.
Vision Lab South LA
The inaugural class of 15 entrepreneurs participated in a 12-week business program at the Brotherhood Crusade.
Purchasing power: Leimert Park merchants come together to buy their building
This transaction provides both stability and equity for Black-owned businesses that have been instrumental in Leimert Park’s recent resurgence.
Black Real Estate Dialogue Podcast
The B.R.E.D. podcast highlights the stories of Black investors and host Sam Dolciné has created a real estate investors community to help others enter the field.
Black business renaissance is happening in Los Angeles
Attorney Almuhtada Smith is helping local Black founders take their businesses to the next level.
South Los Angeles takes center stage at the ULI Urban Marketplace
With billions of development dollars pouring into the Crenshaw District, discussions are taking place to ensure that new development adds value to existing residents rather than displacing them.
Kolor Society hosts KolorCon at All In Coworking of Inglewood
This event features an incredible line-up of panelists, moderators, and facilitators to discuss topics such as business, technology, education, politics, art, and entertainment.
The Black Cooperative Investment Fund hires Kaine Nicholas as executive director
The BCIF raises money through community donations and reinvests the funds to small Black-owned businesses.
AAREP partners with One United Bank to host a business mixer at Post & Beam
The African American Real Estate Professionals of Los Angeles brought together a collection of Black professionals to network and socialize.
ALL IN Coworking of Inglewood
A collaborative space, nestled in the heart of Inglewood, dedicated to the complete journey of the entrepreneur.
Resources for Black-owned businesses
Black business owners can obtain information online about grants, loans, and how to secure contracts with major corporations and government agencies.
Virtual Black Business Pitch Competition
The L.A. Black Investors Club and Sip & Sonder host this quarterly competition.
Real estate agent Valerie Norris
The Baldwin Hills native became a real estate agent as she was looking to become a homeowner.
Buy Back the Block L.A.
The community group holds monthly meetings to teach real estate and financial literacy as a way to combat gentrification, and they abide by their slogan, “Don’t sell grandma’s house!”
Battle for the Crenshaw Mall continues
•Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza is more of a community hub than other malls.
•LIVWRK CEO Asher Abehsera discusses community engagement and rumored relationship with Jared Kushner and Donald Trump.
•Some local community groups are supportive of the sale of the mall to LIVWRK.
•Black-led Downtown Crenshaw continues quest to purchase the mall through a community land trust.
Houses are topping $1 million in Los Angeles’ Black communities
While many Black people are being priced out of their own neighborhoods, The Consolidated Board of Realtists is educating locals on how to become home buyers in this expensive real estate market.
Our Piece of the Pie artisan market every Friday night
This Friday night artisan market in downtown features Black vendors and showcases a Black experience.
Black entrepreneurs are turning to crowdfunding for financing
Crowdfunding platforms like GoFundMe have become an alternative to securing bank loans.
Downtown Crenshaw bids for their 40 acres and a mall, but are turned down
The leaders of Downtown Crenshaw are seeking to purchase the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza and are fighting to stop a group with possible ties to Donald Trump and Jared Kushner from buying it.
Bank Black X
OneUnited Bank CEO Kevin Cohee discusses how Black communities can obtain social justice and close the wealth gap by putting their money in Black-owned banks.
Beyoncé and NAACP support Los Angeles Black-owned businesses
Local Black-owned businesses have been awarded the $10,000 BeyGOOD/NAACP Black-Owned Small Business Impact Fund grant. Find out about additional rounds of funding.
Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza’s New 40+ Acre Suit
During the the 1960s and 1970s, the Crenshaw Center was the place to be. But there is a need for adaptation, which has happened to shopping centers and districts around Los Angeles.
Developer backs out of deal to buy Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza
Local community leaders and groups' pressure to force CIM Group out of the $100 million deal has worked.
Operation Hope helps Black-owned businesses secure financing
The federal government has “$100 billion plus sitting there right now” for small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19’s impact on the housing market
Homeowners and renters are relying on government support to weather the storm.
Black-owned small businesses are still waiting on COVID-19 stimulus funds
Working with community development financial institutions may be the key for local businesses to obtain relief funds.
KolorCon connects Black entrepreneurs south of the 10 freeway
The inaugural conference brought together Black entrepreneurs from business, tech, education, politics, art, and entertainment.
Vector90 promotes business and technology in the greater Crenshaw area
The coworking space is a cultural hub that encourages entrepreneurs in the memory of Vector90 co-founder Nipsey Hussle.
Nothing But B.L.K. Flea
A flea market for Black-owned businesses and vendors to showcase their products to the community.
Owning rental property to build wealth
Realtor Sunny Jones discusses purchasing owner occupied income property that can lead you to your dream home.
“Don’t Sell Grandma’s House”
Grandma’s house essentially is a transfer of wealth. In some situations, keeping grandma’s house is not practical, while in others it may be just what the family and community needs.
South Los Angeles is doing business with Africa
South Los Angeles Logistics and the Uganda Connection
Park Mesa Heights Community Council and California Bank & Trust offer free tax services
In partnership with AIM/Alliance and A New Life 4 U Economic Development Corporation, the council and bank promote financial literacy while building relationships with community members.
Leimert Park Village 20/20 Vision Initiative is “Of, for, and by the community”
This initiative would create a cultural and convention center and maintain the Afrocentric environment along Degnan Blvd.
BCIF creates a community investment fund
The Black Cooperative Investment Fund raises money through community donations and reinvests the funds to small-business owners.
USC Marshall School of Business prepares small businesses for large contracts
The business school’s 20-week program helps small companies obtain six figure contracts.
Digital marketing workshop: The pathway to multiple streams of income
This weekly course at The Los Angeles Urban League teaches people how to produce revenue on the Internet.
The McFadzeans supplement their income with the car sharing company Turo
Turo allows car owners to rent out their own vehicles.
Airbnb helped a local save her house
The NAACP and Airbnb formed a partnership to help people of color use their homes to earn extra income.
The BusinessZone partners with the Standard
This partnership will enhance both the BusinessZone and the Standard’s abilities to showcase local businesses and share business strategies.
Financially preparing for the inevitable
Many families are hit hard by the expenses to bury a loved one. Inglewood Park Cemetery has plans that can greatly reduce the cost.
Technology and business merge at Plug in South L.A.
Will the next billion-dollar company come from South Los Angeles?
The L.A. Black Investors Club and Sip & Sonder hosts the Inglewood Gentrification Town Hall meeting

An entrepreneur pitches a business plan at The L.A. Black Investors Club’s Black Business Pitch competition at Sip & Sonder. Photo by Jason Lewis
The L.A. Black Investors Club will host the meeting as well as their next Black Business Pitch competition at Sip & Sonder.
Union Bank’s Magnolia Financial Education Center helps develop community economics

Union Bank’s community banker Jessica F. Vielmas discusses financial matters with a customer. Photo by Jason Lewis
This financial education center offers one-on-one consulting, and can direct clients to over 70 social organizations.
Black business trails in several categories; PCR's Mark Robertson offers solutions
Pacific Coast Regional CEO Mark Robertson expressed that we need to support our own at West Angeles Church of God in Christ’s Super Saturday event.
The Youngs open a Papa John’s on Crenshaw Blvd.
The Crenshaw Boulevard and 66th Street location is the first Papa John’s in South Los Angeles.
Morris Media Studios gives the community a voice

Felicia "The Poetess" Morris has worked in the radio business for nearly 30 years, which includes stints with 92.3 The Beat and Jamie Foxx’s “The Foxx Hole.” Photos by Jason Lewis
The Internet radio and podcast studio, located on Crenshaw Blvd. and 43rd Street, helps locals broadcast their messages to the masses.
Crenshaw HS and Union Bank partner for a student-run branch

Student interns help a classmate make a transaction at the Union Bank branch on Crenshaw High School’s campus. Photos by Jason Lewis
The student-run branch provides financial literacy and work experience for members of Crenshaw’s Business Entrepreneurship and Technology program.
Three locals provide business services at Crenshaw and Clark Financial

Hasani R. Ellis, Omar Muhammad, and Thomas Fitch in front of their office on Slauson Ave. and 7th Ave. Photos by Jason Lewis
These three businessmen went from Crenshaw High School to Clark Atlanta University and back.
Zambezi Bazaar needs your support
Like many small retail shops, this Leimert Park store relies on the community’s help to keep their doors open.
Leimert Park Village may close off streets to vehicle traffic to increase business

A vendor sells goods from a booth in the middle of Degnan Blvd. during a Martin Luther King Jr. Day event. Leimert Park draws large crowds during festivals and special events. Photo by Jason Lewis
The village attracts massive crowds on weekends, but not during the week. Community leaders are looking to increase foot traffic and business on a daily basis.
Mae Shaw took control of her earning potential by becoming a small business owner
A small business loan from Pacific Coast Regional helped Shaw open A Kut Above Hair Design 20 years ago, and she’s still going strong.
Vermont Slauson EDC helps entrepreneurs go mobile
The 5th Annual Mobile Retail & Food Truck Expo will be held at L.A. Trade Tech on September 23.
The View on Overhill wins round one
Community members from View Park and Windsor Hills objected to The Bedford Group’s proposed luxury condominium project on Overhill Dr. and La Brea Ave.
Pacific Coast Regional helps small businesses thrive
For 40 years, PCR has assisted small business owners with loan programs, classes, and consulting.
The Black Business Tour brings consumers to local business
Mone’t Lamb created the bus tour to introduce local residents to small black-owned businesses in Los Angeles.
VSEDC celebrates commitment to South Los Angeles business development

VSEDC Executive Director Joseph T. Rouzan, III, accepts a $50,000 donation from City National Bank. Photos by Jason Lewis
The non-profit organization continues to provide resources to small-business owners and entrepreneurs.
GLAAACC and UCLA Extension linked investors with small business owners

The panel of investors discusses when and how to approach a venture capitalist or angel investor. Photos by Jason Lewis
Venture capitalists and angel investors spoke about resources to support and grow small businesses.
The ECWA helps community members become financially competitive
The neighborhood council for Baldwin Hills, Crenshaw, and Leimert Park areas holds workshops for entrepreneurs.
New American Funding helps first-time buyers become homeowners
The Ladera Heights branch assists people who believe that they do not qualify for home loans.
Consolidated Board of Realtists is increasing black homeownership
Black homeownership is lower than the national rate during the Great Depression.
Vermont Slauson Economic Development Corporation helps small businesses succeed
The non-profit organization hosts free workshops for entrepreneurs.
Some families will have to wait on their tax refund
The IRS will delay certain tax refunds to combat fraud.
There’s a lot of gray area in the changing demographics
West Angeles’ Community Development Corporation supports entrepreneurs
“The Ritual” tells the story of Inglewood educator Tedric Johnson
Through the Schools with a Purpose program, Johnson transformed the lives of Black and Latino high school boys who were “deemed as the worst.”
Leading the Hurd: Counseling the next generation of men of color
El Camino counselor Christopher Hurd is a college counselor with a mission to help as many men of color as possible.
Girls in robotics
With only seven percent of robotic engineers being female, leaders from the Engineer Factory and SoLA Robotics are encouraging high school and middle school girls to enter the STEM field.
South LA Robotics
SoLA Robotics is a STEM program that teaches coding through competitive robotics teams.
Girl Scouts promotes education and community service
Local Girl Scouts troop partners with local Black-owned businesses to teach girls leadership skills.
HBCUs impact in Los Angeles
Alumni of Historically Black Colleges and Universities are making an impact professionally, socially, and culturally in Los Angeles.
The Engineer Factory prepares students of color for STEM professions
This program provides students with the prerequisite resources needed to excel in STEM majors and professional fields.
Youth program creates a pathway into the aviation and aerospace industries
Introductory youth program showcases high-paying careers at the airport.
Better Making of Men and My Black is Beautiful programs mentor local boys and girls
These mentoring programs help Black students succeed academically and in life.
Al Wooten Jr. Youth Center steers children away from gangs with college-ready programs
The youth center steers children away from gangs with their college-ready programs that emphasize STEM fields. It recently received vital funds to install bullet-resistant glass and Kevlar into the walls of the building to protect the children from stray bullets.
Noname Book Club at the Radical Hood Library in South LA's Jefferson Park
The library on Jefferson Boulevard just west of Arlington Avenue features books by radical Black, Brown, and Indigenous authors.
Oak Tree Learning Center View Park Windsor Hills
The preschool encourages their students ages 2-6 years old to develop a real love of learning.
Ian Alonzo is heading to USC to study architecture
The Inglewood native plans to design buildings in his community after he graduates from USC.
Education is Key scholarship program
The non-profit organization gives scholarships to students heading to universities, community colleges, and trade schools.
Black-owned bookstore in Inglewood will be a safe haven for the community
Inglewood native Asha Grant has raised over $80,000 through GoFundMe to open a bookstore on Queen Street, just off of Market Street.
Teen Vogue Summit: Change. The. Future.
The Teen Vogue Summit will be held November 1-3 in Hollywood.
Tuition Gateway helps students pay for college
The creators of College Connect 101 are putting a greater focus on helping students with their financial aid packages.
LA Promise Fund Launches Hello Future Summit
The two-day summit at L.A. Live will address the existing pipeline problem within STEM fields.
Alpha Kappa Alpha financially supports local students
Through their yearly golf tournament, the sorority helps high school and college students pursue their higher education goals.
Local students obtain paid internships from the LA Promise Fund
High school students from underserved communities across Los Angeles County are spending this summer getting paid to intern at some of the most influential corporations.
The Bridge Builders Foundation promotes STEM programs to African American youths
The foundation has a mentoring, tutoring, and scholarship program that links Black students with Black scientists, engineers, architects, and doctors.
Coding Our Future L.A. hosts South L.A. students for a tech camp
In a collaboration of iD Tech Camps, the Annenberg Foundation, and the L.A. Promise Fund, 200 South L.A. students were able to participate in a week-long tech camp at UCLA and Loyola Marymount University.
Black Arts camp promotes Black history, culture, and excellence
The summer day camp will feature fun learning activities that are based on Black culture.
Hamilton High School wins Black Student Union of the Year
For a second year in a row, Hamilton High School was recognized as having California’s top BSU.
Alpha Kappa Alpha raises $140,000 for Black colleges (HBCUs)
At the Far Western Region conference in downtown Los Angeles, the sorority emphasized the importance of supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Bethany Christian Bible College takes a systematic approach to teaching the Bible
This free college offers evening classes at Bethany Baptist Church of West Los Angeles.
Malik Books at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza
The Black-owned bookstore has books and gifts that “speaks to our diaspora.”
College Connect 101 helps high school students navigate through the college admission process
The college consultants have sent 95 percent of their students to their first-choice college , and they've saved families between $50,000 - $296,000 towards the total cost of college education through financial aid. They help with SAT/ACT prep and academic tutoring.
Dorsey High School’s culinary arts program opens Cafe Ole’
This program prepares students to work in the culinary arts.
The Links introduces photography to Inglewood High School students
As part of The Links’ arts program, the students will learn a skill that could become a profession.
WokeSTEM encourages young Black people to enter STEM fields
The video series taps into pop culture in a fun and witty manner to make STEM topics exciting.
NCNW helps improve Black children’s reading efficiency

NCNW members work with students in small groups, and sometimes one-on-one, to help them improve their reading skills. Photos by Jason Lewis
The organization tutors children from kindergarten through 5th grade for free at their View Park headquarters.
Angel City Links’ Achievers program celebrates the success of young Black men

The 2018 Achievers class with mentor Tony Magee backstage at the Affair of Honor. Photos by Jason Lewis
The Achievers program develops leadership skills in graduating high school seniors.
Omega Psi Phi promotes community service at their District Meeting in Long Beach
The fraternity will host a career fair and youth programs that will be open to the public, as well as a golf tournament and various social events. May 3-6.
Sigma Gamma Rho develops teenage girls through their Rhoers mentoring program

A Sigma Gamma Rho member helps a student during a coding workshop at USC’s Viterbi School of Engineering. Photo by Jason Lewis
SGRho chapters in Los Angeles, Inglewood, Culver City, Compton, and Santa Monica impact the lives of middle school and high school girls.
Cal State L.A. promotes civic and social entrepreneurship

Political Science professor Marla Parker teaches Cal State L.A. students to start businesses that will improve their communities. Photo by Jason Lewis
The university hosted the Civic and Social Entrepreneurship Summit, where students presented business plans to improve their communities.
Dorsey HS partners with The Stentorians for firefighting training

Dorsey students learn discipline while performing physical training that is administered by the Stentorians. Photos by Jason Lewis
The African American firefighters association introduces Dorsey students to careers in the fire department.
Tungsten Proteges mentoring group helps boys make academic and social improvements
Parents see improvements at school and at home from the boys of this mentoring program.
The Black College Expo promotes the importance of attending HBCUs
High school students will pack the Los Angeles Convention Center for the expo on February 10.
Chess creates a competitive spirit and teaches life lessons

The Ladera Center Starbucks has become the new scene for South Los Angeles chess. Photos by Jason Lewis
Adults at the Ladera Center Starbucks and children in after-school programs take advantage of the mental aspects of the game.
Alpha Phi Alpha hosts used book fair to fund mentoring program

Ray Kyser (left) and Lawrence Ross interacting with a customer at Alpha Phi Alpha, Mu Sigma Lambda Chapter’s monthly book fair. Photo by Jason Lewis
The monthly book fair funds the Baldwin Hills chapter’s Junior Gents and college scholarship programs.
Bethany Baptist Church of West Los Angeles promotes education at annual Thanksgiving Giveaway

Families received items for Thanksgiving dinner and information about Baldwin Bethany CDC’s education programs. Photos by Jason Lewis
The Baldwin Bethany CDC promotes their STEM and after school programs.
100 Black Men of Los Angeles greatly enhances students’ chances of making it to college

Christopher D. Cathcart, a branding and public relations expert, introduces himself to students at the Young Men of Color Conference. Photos by Jason Lewis
The organization features programs such as Young Black Scholars and Pathways to Success.
Bethany Baptist Church partners with UCLA to promote STEM programs
The Launch Academy was created to make math and science fun for children.
Camp Spin-Off is launching careers in the music industry

Aspiring rappers also attend Camp Spin-Off to learn music production and the music business industry. Photos by Jason Lewis
This DJing summer camp has classes in music production, marketing, and business.
UCLA Black Alumni Association has greatly increased the university’s African American population
After only 96 black students were admitted to the college in 2006, the numbers have been on the rise.
Sanctuary of Hope provides resources for homeless youth

A homeless youth, who is a student at Los Angeles Film School, showcases his work to Janet Denise Kelly, director of Sanctuary of Hope. Photo by Jason Lewis
“Our homeless youth are invisible in plain sight.”
First AME Church hosts resource fair for foster care teenagers
The Biddy Mason Charitable Foundation provides clothes, career services, and educational services for teens who are aging out of the foster care system.
The Dwelling Place COGIC discusses higher education
Panelists discussed the sacrifices they made to pursue their college and post graduate dreams.
Sigma Gamma Rho partners with USC to promote STEM programs
The Sigma Youth Symposium promotes technology careers to high school students.
Kappa Alpha Psi provides mentorship to high school and middle school students
The fraternity mentors students through the Kappa League, and they are hosting the Youth and the Law forum.
Divine Nine Toastmasters develops pubic speaking skills

Nikiah Hawkins, chapter president of the Divine Nine Toastmasters, conducts a meeting at Dulan’s on Crenshaw. Photo by Jason Lewis
The group meets at Dulan’s Soul Food Kitchen on Crenshaw.
Public libraries help to solve adult illiteracy issue

An adult learner and a tutor work on reading skills at the Washington Irving Branch Library. Photo by Jason Lewis
Libraries throughout Los Angeles offer free reading and writing programs for adults.
Dorsey students are trained for careers in video production

Dorsey students use state of the art equipment and software to learn video production. Photo by Jason Lewis
This program enhances students’ chances for college and employment.
Omega Psi Phi hosts 23rd annual Youth Leadership Conference
This free mentoring event promotes personal responsibility, leadership, and higher education.
Alpha Phi Alpha mentors students through Alpha Esquires and Junior Gents programs
These free programs mentor boys in middle school and high school and are hosted by college-educated men.
Navigating the business of sports with The Game Plan
The business of sports starts at the youth level. Henry Bell’s book helps young student-athletes navigate their way to college and beyond.
UCLA USC football Black tailgate
Black alumni from the rival schools get together on a yearly basis for a joint tailgate.
Leimert Park's Dillon Rickenbacker is heading to Yale University
LA Standard's Outstanding Student-Athlete: Rickenbacker played safety at St. John Bosco High School, and his grade-point average is above a 4.0.
Black surfers convene at A Great Day in the Stoke
The yearly event features a surfing competition, lessons, a yoga class and live music.
Black surfers are recapturing a stolen legacy
“Wade in the Water: A Journey into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture” explores the history of Black surfing from Africa to the United States while local Black surfing organizations are promoting the sport, hosting free lessons, and celebrating Black beach culture.
Adaptive golfer Richard Dahl
Walking Rich: A Story of Perseverance. The Inglewood native and Tuskegee University graduate has not allowed a disability to slow him down.
NFL summit in Inglewood for Black coaches
This summit dispels the narrative that there aren’t many Black coaches in the pipeline. “I think it’s a cop-out.”
Young Black women can now compete in gymnastics at an HBCU
Fisk University will become the first HBCU to have a gymnastics program, giving Black gymnasts an opportunity to attend a Black college.
LA Rams VP of Communications Artis Twyman has a sports fan’s dream job
Twyman is tasked with managing the information that goes out to the media and the public.
Sports photographer Jeff Lewis keeps the LA Rams in focus
The View Park resident started out shooting local sports and worked his way up to the NFL.
Local Legend: Eric Yarber- Crenshaw High School alum and LA Rams WR coach
Yarber grew up as a huge Los Angeles Rams fan, and now he is the team’s wide receivers coach.
Dorsey Don Pride
DDP is alive and thriving after a successful Dorsey High School football season.
Local Paralympic athletes are heading to Tokyo
South Los Angeles track athlete Breanna Clark and Inglewood swimmer Jamal Hill will be competing in the Paralympic Games; View Park resident Arthur Lewis reminisces on the three Paralympic Games that he competed in.
The Frat Games at Darby Park in Inglewood
Bragging rights are on the line at this event that brings the Divine Nine together every Sunday in July and August.
Cathedral High School is blazing a trail through the nation
Cathedral High School track athletes hold national a state leading times.
Starr Andrews infuses Black culture into figure skating
The Baldwin Hills and Inglewood native’s “Black Like Me” and “Whip My Hair” performance videos have gone viral on social media. She recently was named the first recipient of the $25,000 Mabel Fairbanks Skatingly Yours Fund.
Faces of the Rams House
Rams team photographer Jeff Lewis, a View Park resident, photographs passionate Rams fans in their communities.
Swim, run, and cycle with Jordan Hunter
Hunter isn’t staying in one lane, and he’s bringing a lot of Black folks on his journey.
L.A. Sparks athletic trainer Courtney Watson
Watson, a Westchester High School grad, discusses life in the WNBA’s bubble, participating in the social justice movement, and her athletic training internship program.
Dodgers All-Star Mookie Betts and the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation help communities in need
During the COVID-19 pandemic and the election season, Betts and the LADF distribute vital resources and encourage voting in the greater Los Angeles area.
L.A. Standard’s Outstanding Student Athlete Hamilton High School’s Jaylen Durham
Durham is a hurdler on the track team, and he participates in gymnastics and dance while carrying a 3.9 GPA.
Kobe Bryant: Through the Lens
View Park resident and Los Angeles Rams lead photographer Jeff Lewis discusses how Kobe Bryant influenced his career.
Life lessons from Kobe Bryant
We can all learn a lot about finding our passion, working hard to become excellent at it, and mending relationships from the life of Kobe Bryant.
South L.A. youth are changing the face of soccer
Boys and girls from the AYSO South Los Angeles Region 1031 are dominating on the soccer field and the program’s coaches are instilling confidence and pride in their student-athletes.
Swimming Up Hill
Inglewood native Jamal Hill, who suffers from a muscle disorder, is motivating others to be their best while he trains for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics Games.
Track Diamond Track Club sends seven athletes to the Junior Olympics
In the track club’s first year in existence, they brought home four medals.
Alterra Cycling introduces children to new opportunities
The youth cycling team trains out of Ride On! Bike Shop/Co-Op in Leimert Park.
Williams brothers are sending kids to college through the Venus and Serena Williams Tennis Academy
Fred and Richard Williams, who trained the Williams sisters as children, are grooming future tennis stars at Rancho Cienega Sports Complex.
Coach Christopher Mack applies science to running very fast

Speed coach Christopher Mack trains many of his young athletes at Jackie Robinson Stadium in Rancho Cienega Sports Complete. Photo by Jason Lewis
Coach Mack has sent more than 50 high school athletes to college by dramatically increasing their speed.
Baldwin Hills Fastpitch softball boosts girls' confidence
The program has teams for beginners and advanced players.
Standard’s Outstanding Student Athlete: Cathedral High School’s Blake Shepherd

A strong work ethic has allowed Blake Shepherd to excel on the track and in the classroom, where he has a 4.86 GPA. Photos by Jason Lewis
The Baldwin Hills resident sports a 4.86 grade point average while blazing a trail on the track.
Elite Athletes is developing stars at their offseason football training sessions

Elite Athletes CEO Jeff Johnson coaching receivers at the Sound Mind Sound Body football camp in Detroit. Photos by Jason Lewis
Training sessions at Rancho Cienega Sports Complex feature NFL down to youth athletes.
The Standard’s Outstanding Student Athlete: Hamilton High School’s Ayana Fields

Hamilton High School’s Ayana Fields has City Section championships in the 200-meter dash and 400-meter dash in her sights. Photos by Jason Lewis
Athletics has helped this Windsor Hills sprinter become a better student.
The Standard’s Outstanding Student Athlete: Dorsey’s Kyle LaFlora

Kyle LaFlora is a middle infielder on Dorsey High School’s baseball team. He excels at math, and he views baseball as a chess match. Photos by Jason Lewis
LaFlora has a 3.7 GPA, and he is interested in playing baseball and majoring in aerospace engineering at an HBCU.
“We’re going to strut our stuff” at the 2028 Olympic Games
The Olympics will allow Los Angeles, including South L.A., to showcase the best that the city has to offer.
Local Legend: Crenshaw High School’s Eric Yarber

Eric Yarber started out playing football at Crenshaw High School and made it all the way to the NFL. He’s now the Los Angeles Rams’ wide receiver coach. Photos by Jeff Lewis/Los Angeles Rams
Yarber grew up as a huge Los Angeles Rams fan, and now he is the team’s wide receivers coach.
The Standard’s Outstanding Student Athlete: UCI’s Elona Williams
The View Park Prep grad continues to excel academically and athletically.
Pickup football games at USC
Local high school athletes organize these games that are played at the John McKay Center.
Pete Brown Junior Tennis Program offers free tennis training

Alex Haley Jones Jr. is one of many young players who is excelling both on the tennis court and in the classroom at school. Photo by Jason Lewis
This program has helped a number of young tennis players make it to college.
Local Legends: Crenshaw High School’s Patrick Sandle
After playing on two Crenshaw championship teams, Sandle has dedicated his life’s work to basketball.
Sports photographer Jeff Lewis keeps the Rams in focus
View Park resident is one of the Los Angeles Rams team photographers.
The Standard’s Outstanding Student Athlete: View Park Prep’s Danecia Fernandes

View Park Prep’s Danecia Fernandes excels at pretty much everything that she does. Photo by Jason Lewis
Rugby, volleyball, track, and a 4.07 G.P.A.
Local sports photographers made a road trip to Texas
Jevone Moore and Jordan Kelly shot the UCLA and USC games.
Can UCLA win the PAC-12?
The Bruins have a super star quarterback, but questions elsewhere
Will USC’s talent be enough?
The Trojans have a talented roster, but questions in two key areas
The Frat Games heads to the playoffs at Darby Park
Bragging rights are on the line at this event that brings the Divine Nine together.
Standard’s Outstanding Student Athletes
From baseball to politics to college, three Dorsey baseball players ran the school's student government.
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Solange Knowles at the Walt Disney Concert Hall
“Eldorado Ballroom” curated by Solange Knowles for Saint Heron. Featuring The Works of Julia Perry, Patrice Ruhsen, Mary Lou Williams and Solange Knowles. Guest Artists include Bilal, Moses Sumney, Liv.e and more. October 10, 12, and 13.
SOULNIC brings Chicago vibes to Los Angeles
The annual music and dance festival features Chicago house, Afrobeats and hip hop. The festival is Saturday, August 17 at the Whittier Narrows at the Meadows in South El Monte.
Stocker Street Creative achieves next milestone in development of South Los Angeles film campus
Located between Don Felipe Drive and Santa Rosalia Drive in Baldwin Hills, this landmark project aims to support the revitalization of the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Boulevard Corridor.
The Gibbs Sisters- Black comic creators
From Oakland to Los Angeles, twin sisters Shawneé and Shawnelle Gibbs write and produce comics, television and animated series.
Uncovered Legacy podcast Season 4
Curtis Burke’s guests all had a “sink-or-swim” type of moment at a critical place in their lives.
Joel Boyd’s journey through comedy, television, and film
Boyd performs comedy, has written for Arsenio Hall, and his latest project, “High Power: A Mystical Short Film,” has been released on YouTube.
Black Hollywood Book Project
Hollywood photographer Carell Augustus recreated iconic movie scenes using Black actors and actresses.
Young Grandmaster Choi book series seeks to empower girls
Shero Comics kicks off Black History Month with the arrival of a new shero.
Black Comix Renaissance
CAAMCon celebrated the artistry, history, and power of Black comics, and featured a discussion with “Black Panther” director Ryan Coogler.
CAAMCon Black Comics Festival
“Black Panther” screenwriter and director Ryan Coogler headlines this event which celebrates the artistry, history, and power of Black comics at the California African American Museum.
Uncovered Legacy Podcast
Host Curtis Burke interviews impactful people who do not have large followings because everybody’s story deserves to be told.
The Screening Room L.A.
Black filmmakers meet monthly at The Gathering Spot in West Adams to showcase their work and for networking opportunities.
Leimert Park Jazz Festival
The festival will be held August 27, 11:30 a.m. - 8:45 p.m. on the upper parking deck at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza.
The Handy Foundation trains people of color for behind-the-scenes jobs in the film industry
The film industry is massive in Los Angeles, but there is a relatively small percentage of Black people working behind-the-scenes jobs. The Handy Foundation is creating pathways for diversity in the industry.
The South LA Recap
South Los Angeles native Eric Craig’s YouTube series takes a historical look into local communities.
Film studio is coming to Los Angeles’ Black community - The Stocker Street Creative
The Stocker Street Creative will bring a film studio to Baldwin Hills. This Black-led project will feature 50,000 square feet of sound stage studio space, community rooms, and restaurants.
Remembering the legendary Barbara Morrison
Jazz and blues legend Barbara Morrison, a South Los Angeles icon, passes away at the age of 72.
Blacks in Cinema exhibit in Leimert Park Village
Blacks in Cinema covers over a century of Black film.
Shero Comics creates a universe around a Black female superhero
Shequeta Smith created a comic book series and a comic book convention that centers around a Black female character. The “Rayven Choi” series could become a live-action television show.
The Metaphor Club in Leimert Park opens a film studio
The Paul Robeson Studio on Crenshaw Blvd. has camera, sound, and lighting equipment for video and photography projects.
Sheree Brown’s "Messages from the Spirit… The Collective"
Brown’s musical career has been greatly influenced by her upbringing in South Los Angeles.
Rasheeda Garner is bringing Black stories to the big screen
Garner has written movies for the OWN Network and Netflix, and now she is working as a producer on upcoming projects.
The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center Virtual Film Festival
The event features 140 films from 18 countries, 10 panels and special events
Concerts at Tha Alley in Leimert Park Village
Sunday concerts at Hot & Cool Cafe have turned into an outdoor series with shows throughout the week.
Butter + Brown’s Christopher “Seth Brundle” McMullen
McMullen is a media personality and lifestyle curator who has a cooking show on Aspire TV which is produced by Issa Rae Presents.
“Veils” the musical comes to Los Angeles March 13-14
Black Hollywood Education & Resource Center and Restoration Stage brings the musical to the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center.
L.A. Phil’s Power to the People Festival March 5 through April 11
The festival will take place March 5 through April 11 at the Walt Disney Concert Hall and California African American Museum.
The Micheaux Film Festival
The film festival showcases independent films and has workshops for filmmakers of all experience levels. February 21-23 at L.A. Live.
2020 Pan African Film Festival
The festival returns to the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza February 11-23.
The Ticker Report
Jeremy Albert is creating his own path to the top of the media industry with his online radio show.
“Sad Ass Black Folk” creates a platform to discuss Black mental health
The dark comedy web series is co-created by Neima Patterson, a native of Ladera Heights and Inglewood.
Black Movie Soundtrack returns to the Hollywood Bowl September 25
Charlie Wilson, Raphael Saadiq, Chaka Khan, El DeBarge, Dionne Farris, Meshell Ndegeocello, and BeBe Winans will perform songs throughout the history of Black films.
Black Drop is creating a new rendition of classic hip hop
The members of this South L.A. rap group grew up on old school hip hop, and they are creating new music based on that classic sound.
Central Avenue Jazz Festival celebrates a rich history and a promising future
The festival takes place July 27-28, and features live music, art, vendors, a food court, and health services.
Start your day off with Spectrum News 1 anchor Melvin Robert
The Inglewood native’s hometown strongly influenced his career and his desire to feature local news.
Barbara Morrison celebrates Jazz Appreciation Month with daily concerts in Leimert Park
Concerts showcase the legends of jazz. Shows are nightly at 7 p.m. with two shows on Saturdays and Sundays.
The Miracle Theater enhances the community through cultural experiences
The theater is giving locals a destination for entertainment, and it’s a key component to the revitalization of downtown Inglewood.
Maestro the Vocalinist brings his musical talents right to the community
The singer and violinist has given many impromptu street performances, and he hosts a variety show at Hot & Cool Cafe in Leimert Park.
Macy’s hosted Oscar winner Ruth E. Carter at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza
Carter discusses her career as a costume designer, and she has advice for people who are looking to break into the film industry.
2019 Pan African Film & Arts Festival comes to Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza from February 7-18

PAFF Executive Director Ayoku Babu, Alfre Woodard, and Danny Glover. Babu and Glover created the festival along with Ja’net Dubois in 1992. Photo by Venus Bernardo
Experience the largest Black film festival in America, which includes films from around the world, film networking events, and an art fest.
Salsa Sundays in Leimert Park

Salsa dancers of all skill levels attend this weekly event that showcases Afro-Latin culture. Photos by Jason Lewis
Tony “El Pana” Welch brings salsa to Ride-On! Bike Shop and Co-op.
Jacquil Constant is changing the image of Haiti through film

Filmmaker Jacquil Constant is of Haitian decent, and he created “Haiti is a Nation of Artists” to change the narrative of the country. Photos by Jason Lewis
The filmmaker created the Haiti International Film Festival to showcase the best that his people have to offer.
Issa Rae discusses Black pride and success during a conversation at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza

Issa Rae being interviewed by Emile Ennis Jr. in front of a large crowd at Macy’s in the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza. Photos by Jason Lewis
The “Insecure” director, producer, and actress talks about the success Blacks are having in film; the backlash she received for saying, “I’m rooting for everybody Black;” and she gives advice to young filmmakers.
Kinya Claiborne is a pop culture and community communications expert
Claiborne is the founder of Style & Society Magazine, and she is a community relations manager at Los Angeles Metro.
Marguerite Alexis launches debut EP

Marguerite Alexis community involvement is reflected in her music. She works as a mental health advocate at NAMI Urban Los Angeles in Leimert Park. Photo by Trai Icart
“I Am” is a reflection of Alexis’ upbringing and community involvement in South Los Angeles.
Senator Kamala Harris Releases Spotify Playlist to Commemorate African-American Music Appreciation Month
The playlist includes Marvin Gaye, A Tribe Called Quest, Lauryn Hill, Nina Simone, 2Pac, Beyoncé, Prince, Aretha Franklin, James Brown and many others.
KJLH’s Lon McQ is more than the voice on the radio
It may seem like he’s having a party, but there is a lot going on beyond the mic.
Pan African Film Festival showcases over 200 films at Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza
The festival features films from around the world, an art fest, and film networking events.
First Thursday Blues at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center

Stanley Griggs, also known as Sir Stan, showed up to sing the blues, but he shocked the crowd with his amazing rendition of Prince’s Purple Rain. Photo by Jason Lewis
The top blues artists in Los Angeles perform at this Leimert Park concert venue.
Pip's on La Brea sets the vibe just right with great food and music
Friday evening jazz at LACMA
CA Assemblymember Isaac Bryan discusses Trump’s administration
Bryan talks about the Department of Education, FEMA, the economy, climate, how California elected officials are protecting the state, and the difference between Trump and Biden’s presidential administrations.
Anti-woke, CRT, and DEI are Lee Atwater’s coded ways of saying “n***er”
“It’s all designed to be masked. It’s designed to be euphemisms for what is your end goal. It’s all subtext instead of being on the nose by saying, ‘I hate niggers.’” -Author Lawrence Ross
The fight for reparations in California continues
While two reparation bills stalled in the California State Assembly, grassroots organizations continue to push forward.
Cornel West visits Los Angeles as he runs for U.S. President
West selects Black Lives Matter-Los Angeles co-founder Melina Abdullah as his vice-presidential running mate.
Black pilots, like all pilots, are all qualified!
Right-wing conservative media personalities and the likes of billionaire Elon Musk have questioned the qualifications of Black people, people of color, and women working in the airlines industry.
Reparations discussions are happening on the city, county, and state levels
Reparation presentations are taking place at local community meetings.
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass: A coalition builder
Bass’ work with every level of politics and with local community service organizations will bring much needed resources to Black communities in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles mayoral race: Karen Bass vs. Rick Caruso
Homelessness, affordable housing, crime, and supporting local small business are some of the pressing issues in Black communities of Los Angeles.
37th Congressional District: Jan Perry vs. Sydney Kamlager
Jan Perry and Sydney Kamlager discuss the homelessness issue, affordable housing, criminal justice reform, and reparations.
California reparation task force examines the devastating impact of slavery and segregation
The task force created a 483-page report that explains in detail how slavery and segregation impact Africans Americans today, and discusses why reparations is needed to close the wealth gap.
Jan Perry plans to address the housing crisis in Congress
Perry is running for Congress in November. She plans to support policies that create a path to home ownership.
Jan Perry plans to address homelessness issue in Congress
Perry is running for Congress in November. She plans to continue her efforts to combat the homelessness issue.
Council District 10 is left voteless in LA City Council after Mark Ridley-Thomas suspension
CD10, which has one of the largest Black populations in Los Angeles, does not have any voting power on the City Council and many residents are demanding proper representation.
Governor Gavin Newsom visits South L.A. to discuss the recall election
Newsom discusses issues such as the pandemic, education, economy, homelessness, criminal justice reform, and how the handling of those issues will dramatically change if the recall is successful.
Politics 101: Neighborhood Councils
Neighborhood Councils are a place where community members can participate in the political process and work to impact their local communities.
Councilmember Harris-Dawson partners with Community Build to help the homeless
As the city continues to create housing for homeless people and move away from tent encampments, there is a need to connect people in need with resources.
Biden and Harris administration will have a more positive impact on Black communities than Trump’s administration
Local politicians discuss how a Joe Biden/Kamala Harris administration will impact Black people locally.
Prop 16 would bring back affirmative action to California
Voting yes on Proposition 16 would allow state agencies to use race and gender for education, public employment, and contracting.
UCLA’s Black student population was greatly diminished when Proposition 209 was passed, ending affirmative action in California in 1996.
Our Own promotes voter education in South Los Angeles and Inglewood
The non-profit organization creates a “party experience” to attract local voters.
Divine Nine protests in Los Angeles and Inglewood
Black fraternities and sororities have locally participated in the Black Lives Matter movement.
Center of Hope LA’s “All In” protest and rally
The Inglewood church held a march against systematic oppression while celebrating Black excellence and mobilizing for strategic impact.
Reparations - “The U.S. government picks winners and losers”
California bill to address reparations; NAASC-LA discusses why Black Americans are owed reparations, how it can close the wealth gap, and what the Black New Deal entails.
Alpha Phi Alpha promotes mail-in voting to combat voter suppression
The fraternity’s Los Angeles alumni chapter created the FAVS 7,000 voting initiative to increase voting in disenfranchised communities, promote mail-in voting (also known as absentee ballot), and combat voter suppression.
2020 March election will impact local Black communities
Los Angeles County Supervisor 2nd District race, Los Angeles City Council races, Los Angeles County District Attorney and Measure R will impact Black communities.
Shipping containers will be used for a South L.A. development to house the homeless
There are 21 Measure HHH projects under construction in Los Angeles, and there are nearly 150 supportive housing projects that are either already under construction or approved for funding.
Damien Goodmon: “If we can’t afford it, don’t build it”
Goodmon does not want to be the last Black man in Leimert Park (or South L.A.), so he’s looking for community members to join the fight against gentrification.
Bridge housing for the homeless opens in South Los Angeles
The first of four South Los Angeles sites will serve as a supportive housing facility for 100 individuals experiencing or transitioning from homelessness.
Democratic debate watch events
Many locals converged at the Metaphor Club and L.A. Alpha House to watch and discuss the Democratic debates.
Political roundup- Mass incarceration, Housing, Trump's revitalization council
Local politicians weigh in on the mass incarceration bill, the housing issue, and President Trump’s revitalization council.
Maxine Waters: “We have to continue to resist”
The congresswoman continues to speak out against President Donald Trump, and she is now empowered to investigate him.
Park Mesa Heights Community Council encourages local involvement in the election process
The neighborhood council for View Heights, Angeles Mesa, and Hyde Park hosted candidates for judge positions on the November ballot at their August meeting.
L.A. City Council President Wesson discusses Trump’s administration
Herb Wesson discusses accusations that Trump is racist, the economy, lowering crime, education, Obama era policies, Maxine Waters, Trump’s relationship with Black people, and how Trump's administration affects us in Los Angeles.
Changing the perception of Black gun ownership
The Bobby Seale Gun and Rifle Club, which meets monthly at the LAX Firing Range in Inglewood, promotes gun awareness and safety while distancing themselves from anti-government gun organizations.
The power and purpose of protest
Donald Trump won the election and is in office, so many people have questioned the purpose of protesting.
Measure H is the other half of the homeless solution
Measure HHH passed in November to build housing for the homeless; Measure H on the March ballot is needed to pay for services.
Local politicians discuss the impact of a Donald Trump presidency
Congresswoman Maxine Waters, Congresswoman Karen Bass, and Assemblyman Sebastian Ridley-Thomas met with 150 concerned community members.
There is more to this election than Clinton and Trump

Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, with Congresswoman Karen Bass and Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson (to Clinton’s right) discusses the upcoming election at Community Coalition. Photo by Jason Lewis
Community Coalition discusses the propositions that greatly effects South Los Angeles, which includes marijuana, criminal sentencing, and taxes for education.
Afara Lalaind and Tanika Hubbard are the first two women on the Stentorian’s executive board
Lalaind and Hubbard are advocating for women firefighters and giving back to their communities through the Los Angeles city’s Black firefighters association.
Publicist du jour Wyllisa Bennett
From Hollywood red carpets to local community events, Bennett is having a lot of fun as the owner of her own boutique public relations agency.
Nalinya Descieux’s fascinating career in the entertainment industry
Descieux, a Southern University graduate, has negotiated labor contracts for some of the top companies in the entertainment industry, and she has enjoyed her time attending star-studded and industry events.
Shawna Charles tells the stories of businesses, organizations, and politicians through PR
The Charles Communication Group is a public relations agency that spreads their clients message locally and nationally.
Former local star athlete Billy Vaughn Jr. is heading to the LAFD
Vaughn was a star athlete on Dorsey High School’s football and track teams. Now he’s starting a rewarding career as a firefighter.
Community Build, Inc. combats the speed of COVID-19 in the workplace while creating jobs
The South Los Angeles non-profit organization partners with Coastal Health to train health workers to retrofit the workplace environment.
Army Sergeant Alisha Freeman
Freeman, an Inglewood native, will complete her Bachelor of Science dgree in Nutrition in 2021 and she will pursue a Master of Science degree in Dietetics.
Latashia DeVeaux’s exciting public relations career
DeVeaux, a South Los Angeles native, has worked on blockbuster films, with major corporations, and with celebrities such as Dave Chappelle and Ice Cube.
Kickstart your real estate career
Keller Williams Inglewood and California Realty Training offer a real estate license course.
Christopher E. Jackson Sr. manages the revitalization of Inglewood
Wise decisions led Jackson from the Nickerson Gardens housing projects to becoming an urban planner in Inglewood.
LAPD’s CAP program prepares incoming officers for the physical challenges of the job
Many candidates take advantage of this free physical fitness program before they make it to the police academy.
Robert Hawkins leads the way to the L.A. Fire Department
The Inglewood native was mentored by firefighters when he was younger, and now he’s encouraging others to join the service.
L.A. Trade Tech is launching careers in the culinary arts field
The college recently broke ground on a facility that will help students obtain jobs in the food industry.
Jamarah Hayner brings the community and developers together as a public affairs specialist
Hayner has worked on major development projects, such as Metro’s Crenshaw/LAX line and the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital.
The Metaphor Club is the new creative space in Leimert Park
Locals can write, study, and share ideas with other creative people at this lounge on Crenshaw Boulevard.
Wingate has made a career out of fighting wildfires
The Baldwin Hills native trains future firefighters and he discusses brush fire prevention.
Construction jobs are booming
Financially rewarding jobs are available throughout Los Angeles.
Public relation professionals manage the message

Artis Twyman has a sports fan’s dream job, as he is able to build great relationships with NFL players and coaches. Photo by Jeff Lewis
Communication professionals Jade Stevens, Los Angeles City Controller, and Artis Twyman, Los Angeles Rams, are tasked with managing the information that goes out to the media and the public.
The L.A. Fire Department is “a hidden jewel”
Firefighters are having exciting and financially rewarding careers in the LAFD, which will be accepting applications starting March 5.
West Angeles CDC’s career fair brings employers to the community
The Crenshaw Community Career Fair takes place on October 28.
Career fairs can enhance job seekers' chances of finding employment
Applying for jobs online can be extremely frustrating, so City Councilmember Marqueece Harris-Dawson brought the jobs to the people.
Metro seeks to employ more women for construction jobs
Metro is promoting carpenter apprenticeship programs to increase the amount of women working on the Crenshaw/LAX Transit Project.
Careers with the LAPD
The Los Angeles Police Department has become more inclusive of women and people of color within its ranks, which can benefit African American communities.
Stentorians offers a free intro to LAFD course

During the Intro to LAFD course, candidates, some with no prior experience, get the physical feel of a firefighter’s job. Photos by Jason Lewis
The African-American firefighters association introduces people to the physical requirements of the job.
Real Estate’s financially rewarding careers

Realtor Michael D. Allen helps people buy and sell homes in Baldwin Hills, Ladera Heights, View Park, Windsor Hills, Leimert Park and surrounding areas. Photos by Jason Lewis
Careers as a realtor and a residential loan originator can be a grind, but they come with great rewards.
After being incarcerated for 23 years, Jason Thomas gets a second chance with a career in construction

Jason Thomas is an operating engineer. He was trained by Operating Engineers Training Trust - Local 12, and hired by Walsh/Shae Corridor Constructors to work on Metro’s Crenshaw/LAX line. Photos by Jason Lewis
Thomas landed a construction job working on the Metro Crenshaw/LAX line, and he gives advice to others who are in his position.
“Swimming is in our blood”
A trip to Negril, Jamaica led to an emotional experience in the Caribbean Sea.
Black hiking groups promote mental and physical health
Local Black hiking organizations are taking advantage of Los Angeles’ outdoor terrain.
Inglewood surfer Paul Cooper
Cooper has seen an increase in Black surfers since he took up the activity and he believes that getting over a fear of the ocean would bring more Black people to surfing.
Claudine Cooper leads free fitness workouts at Darby Park
Cooper has seen people make physical and emotional transformations by attending her Saturday morning classes in Inglewood.
Locals are getting back on bicycles during the pandemic
Gyms are still closed, so many people are getting together for large group rides and joining cycling clubs in the greater Los Angeles area.
Inglewood Active Communities Collaborative
With soaring childhood obesity rates, the American Heart Association and the NFL Foundation are training Inglewood 5th graders to pass the FitnessGram assessment test.
Thrive Health Lab trains the body and mind
The View Park gym features strength and cardio training, yoga, dance, boxing, and meditation.
Ride On! Bike Co-Op opens in Leimert Park
This co-op performs repairs, assists people in repairing their own bikes, and sells new bicycles.
Kinetic Studio enhances the community’s health
The View Park-Windsor Hills health center promotes physical activity, mental health, and spiritual awareness.
Kingi’s Kajukenbo Self Defense Institute

This form of martial arts teaches people how to defend themselves, and gets them into incredible shape. Photo by Jason Lewis
“Through this fist style one gains long life and happiness.”
The Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook offers the best outdoor workouts

There are two ways to the top. The dirt trails that loop around the hill, or the more direct route; straight up the Culver City Stairs. Photo by Jason Lewis
The park has a mile-long hiking trail and is the home of the infamous Culver City Stairs.
Yoga on Crenshaw
Stay in shape at the Rancho Cienega tennis courts
South LA Cafe wins contract with the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County
This partnership will open the door for other Black, minority, and women owned businesses to work with the museum.
Hotville Chicken brings Nashville hot chicken to the Crenshaw district
Kim Prince partnered with Gregory Dulan to open the restaurant at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza.
Azla Ethiopian Vegan Eatery in Leimert Park
Both vegans and non vegans enjoy the plant-based cuisine at Azla Ethiopian Vegan, which is on Leimert Boulevard, just south of 43rd Street.
L.A. Grind Coffee & Tea Bar
Vanessa Punche turned her coffee truck into a Mid City brick and mortar coffee shop on Redondo Boulevard, just south of Pico Boulevard.
1010 Wine and Events in Inglewood
Inglewood sisters open this wine bar on La Brea Avenue, just north of Centinela Avenue, which features the largest selection of Black-owned wines in California.
Locally owned and operated Grocery Outlet Bargain Market in Inglewood
The grocery store has the same quality and name-brand items as mainstream grocery stores.
The Patio Grille
Rick Burton created a mobile restaurant that gives his customers a lounge type experience.
My 2 Cents LA
This Mid City restaurant on Pico Boulevard is Chef Alisa Reynolds’ infusion of soul food and American comfort food from a Los Angeles perspective.
Mingles Tea Bar in Inglewood
The tea bar is a community hub that has healthy tea and amazing desserts.
Jordan’s Hot Dogs on Crenshaw
The Hyde Park restaurant is known for their chili and the Chiller Diller.
Uncle Niles Krackin Craft BBQ
The barbecue is so good you’ll make a U-turn to go back and get some more.
The Clevelands are carrying the torch for Post & Beam
John and Roni Cleveland are the new owners of Post & Beam, and they’re continuing along the same path as founders Brad and Linda Johnson, and founding chef Govind Armstrong.
Jammrok Jerk Chicken at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza
Chef Michael Burnett makes Jamaican food that makes his customers say, “Ah, that’s so good.”
Fresh hot roasted peanuts on Crenshaw Blvd.
Steven Conaway sells freshly roasted peanuts and healthy snack nuts from right out of his truck.
Experience amazing food at Swift Cafe in Leimert Park
Chef Kyndra McCrary created a menu to give people great tasting and healthy food options.
South LA Cafe is a cultural hub that serves amazing coffee
This coffee shop is a safe space for people of color, long-term residents, new residents, and it is also a cultural hub where the history of the community is felt.
South L.A. Wine Club
This club brings wine enthusiasts together while educating people who are learning about the beverage.
Ackee Bamboo Jamaican Cuisine and Adassa’s Island Cafe have amazing traditional dishes
The Leimert Park Village eateries offer a taste of Caribbean life.
Who’s Hungry Caribbean & Catering
After becoming a mainstay at the weekly Crenshaw Farmers’ Market, Stuart Eubanks has found a home on Crenshaw Blvd. and 30th St.
Little Amsterdam infuses CBD into coffee
The Mid City coffee shop offers drinks mixed with cannabidiol, which is a chemical found in marijuana.
Black Coffee is for The Culture
Five Xavier University of Louisiana classmates, three of which attended Washington Prep High School, created an investment group and coffee company.
The Sammiche Shoppe is downtown Inglewood’s newest restaurant
Willie Jenkins created a shop where people can enjoy the flavors that are common in Black communities, but at the same time be more health conscious.
South Los Angeles’ new coffee shop
Black-owned coffee shop Hot and Cool Cafe in Leimert Park Village creates a meeting place for the community.
The Serving Spoon dishes up soul food while making customers feel right at home
This Inglewood urban eatery has been serving the community for nearly 34 years.
Leimert Park Block Party showcases amazing Black-owned food trucks
The Billionaire Burger Boyz and Happy Ice L.A. bring this festival-type event to South Los Angeles every second Friday night of the month, 6pm-10pm.
Sip & Sonder Coffee Shop is Inglewood’s new entrepreneurial and creative hub
This creative space brings together artist, musicians, entrepreneurs, and community members from all walks of life.
Comedian Angela Means opens a vegan restaurant on Crenshaw
Means, best known for portraying Felicia in the film “Friday,” serves tacos, burritos, and bowls with soul food ingredients at Jackfruit Cafe.
Grilled Fraiche is Park Mesa Height’s new health food establishment
Edwin “Chef E Dubble” Redway and Marshawn “Peace & Love” Williams are giving their community a healthy food option.
Crenshaw Farmers’ Market has amazing Caribbean food
Caribbean Gourmet and Who’s Hungry Caribbean & Catering bring amazing dishes to the farmers’ market.
Postcards combines Central American and soul food
The food truck has received rave reviews from critics.
Worldwide Tacos is worth the wait
Owner Fredrick Sennie infuses soul food into tacos that many people will wait over an hour for.
Brooklyn Deli brings high quality sandwiches to the Crenshaw area

Brooklyn Deli takes great pride in producing the best tasting sandwiches in the area. Photo by Jason Lewis
The Leimert Park eatery does not spare expense for its great-tasting sandwiches.
Zuri Wine Tasting & Tours makes a complicated beverage simple
“Wine is a really beautiful beverage. There is a lot of artwork that goes into making it.” -Tuanni Price, owner of Zuri Wine Tasting & Tours
Simply Wholesome keeps you looking and feeling good

Simply Wholesome serves great food while creating an Afrocentric vibe in the restaurant and health food store. Photo by Jason Lewis
The health food store and restaurant mixes culture, community, heath and wellness.
Sooo…I started a newspaper

The Standard is going to tell the story of the people and activities that happen in the community.
Brotherhood Crusade partners with LA Vs. Hate
The community-based organization teaches the Know your Rights curriculum and encourages community members to report hate crimes.
Bridge Builders partners with CA vs. Hate
The youth mentoring program helps their students identify hate crimes and encourages them to report them.
Anti-Black hate crimes lead all hate crimes in California
The CA hate crime report shows that 51.6 percent of race-based hate crime victims are Black.
California anti-hate hotline responded to over 1,000 reported acts of hate
Anti-Black bias was by far the most cited reason for reports related to race and ethnicity.
Addressing the alarming disparities in Black maternal health
Cedars-Sinai, BlackDoctors.org, the California Black Women’s Health Project and the Morehouse School of Medicine participated in a recent discussion that addressed the high rate of pregnancy-related deaths among Black mothers.
Black Men and Racial Trauma: Impacts, Disparities, and Interventions
Dr. Yamonte Cooper has examined a subject that is not well researched: Black male trauma.
Climate change, global warming, and social justice
Climate issues are handled in a different manner in Black communities, leading to several health issues.
LA vs. Hate Dream Centers
With the Black population diminishing at local schools, some Black students are relying on Dream Centers to deal with bullying and harassment.
Climate change and global warming’s impact on the future
The negative impact of climate change and global warming sound like a post-apocalyptic world science fiction movie, but according to climate justice educator Brittany Jefferson, life as we know it could drastically change.
Alpha Phi Alpha partners with CORE to promote health and fitness
After hosting a vaccination event, the two organizations will host two free events on Sunday, June 26 at the L.A. Alpha House in View Park.
Community Build and Lyft partner to provide free rides to vaccine appointments
Residents who do not drive are more likely to miss health-care appointments, so the ride-share program is helping them get to vaccination sites.
Nappily Naturals opens Nnaked, a zero waste refill whole foods store
The Leimert Park health store expanded their location to deliver more healthy products designed for their Black customer base.
Let’s Be Whole mobile healthy food pantry
The local organization hosts a weekly food giveaway at Sole Folks in Leimert Park, as well as in Compton and San Pedro.
Transcendental Meditation - Breathe Again with TM
Breathe Again with TM is helping people overcome the health issues brought on by trauma and stress.
Overcoming stuttering
Most stutterers grow out of the speech disorder as children. For people who do not, pursuing higher education and certain career paths can be difficult, but not impossible.
Center of Hope L.A. encourages younger families to participate in the foster care system
Pastor Geremy Dixon believes that supporting foster care children could “reduce the homeless population, prison population, human trafficking population, and those who are drug addicted.”
Nappily Naturals features “African holistic health” products
The Leimert Park wellness store has teas, herbal remedies, organic body care, haircare products, candles, incense, and more.
First responders discuss the daily stresses of battling COVID-19
As a function of their jobs, first responders cannot distance themselves from the coronavirus, which puts them and their families at risk.
Center of Hope L.A. in Inglewood battles human trafficking
The church has partnered with Forgotten Children Inc. to save victims of the sex trafficking industry.
Black Women Physicians educates the community while supporting future doctors
The Association of Black Women Physicians participates in local community service events and supports medical students.
Teaching Gardens celebrates 10th anniversary at Kelso Elementary in Inglewood
The American Heart Association’s program has educated children about healthy diets by teaching them how to grow their own fruits and vegetables.
AARP’s Soul Steppers stay in shape at Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza

The walkers start on the Macy’s bridge, walk all the way down to Sears, and then head back. Photos by Jason Lewis
The group walks around the second level of the mall early in the morning.
Leimert Park hosts “Each Mind Matters In Leimert” Wellness Fair
Free holistic workshops, entertainment and health screenings geared for the body, mind and soul. Wellness fair is held on May 26.
American Heart Association promotes healthy lifestyles at Harvard Park

LAPD officer Marcus Whitehead typically walks with community members around Harvard Park, but he also helps coach the baseball teams. Photos by Jason Lewis
Community S.T.E.P.S. program builds a healthy relationship between the community and the LAPD.
Hank’s Mini Market becomes the store that South L.A. deserves
No longer a typical liquor store, Hank’s in Hyde Park now features fresh food and is a community center.
Chef Bryce teaches children how to cook healthy meals

Chef Bryce Fluellen teaches children how certain foods can lead to heart disease and diabetes, and then he teaches them how to prepare their favorite dishes in a healthy manner. Photos by Jason Lewis
Through the American Heart Association’s Kids Cook with Heart program, Chef Bryce Fluellen has taught roughly 2,500 children the benefits of eating healthy.
California Greenworks is greening South L.A. communities one neighborhood at a time

California Greenworks founder and CEO Mike Meador helped plant 31 Evergreen Pear trees along Hyde Park Blvd. Photo by Jason Lewis
The nonprofit organization is beautifying the area while making the air clearer.
American Heart Foundation launches the Community S.T.E.P.S. program at Jackie Tatum/Harvard Recreation Center

The American Heart Foundation recommends 150 minutes of moderate exercise, or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise per week. That can be achieved at Harvard Park. Photos by Jason Lewis
The launch celebration also featured the expansion of the Community Safety Partnership with the LAPD.
Sigmas and Zetas partner with Normandie Church of Christ to feed the homeless and disadvantaged

Members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. help out Healing & Hope 4 the Homeless. More volunteers are needed. Photos by Jason Lewis
Healing & Hope 4 the Homeless provides food for nearly 400 people on the first and third Saturdays of the month.
NAMI Urban L. A. supports families affected by mental illness

Harold Turner and Marguerite Ferrera of NAMI Urban L.A. in Leimert Park Village help individuals and families affected by mental illness. Photo by Jason Lewis
This organization offers counseling not only to people diagnosed with mental issues, but also to their family members and caregivers as well.
3rd Annual Crenshaw Health Fest

Fitness demonstration at the Crenshaw Health Fest at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza. Photo by Jason Lewis
This free event, held at Baldwin Hills Crenshaw on June 24, features health, vision and dental screenings, music, and fun for the entire family.
“Food is supposed to nourish you, not kill you”
Chef Bryce Fluellen of the American Heart Association is promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Metro partners with Leimert Park Village, Inc
The partnership will promote cultural tourism and transit.
Leimert Park’s Sankofa City Shuttles
A partnership with L.A. Metro promotes cultural tourism and transit.
Bringing tourism to Leimert Park
Black culture has spread worldwide, but Black communities in Los Angeles which created portions of that culture have been historically overlooked for tourism.
Ora Cafe’s mobile coffee carts will create entrepreneurial opportunities
The coffee carts will set up at the local Metro stations, and give the formerly incarcerated and underserved youth employment and business opportunities.
Remembering Chef Bryce Fluellen
Fluellen was an influential figure in Los Angeles’ Black communities, where he promoted healthy lifestyles.
Los Angeles’ Jule Deckard was not to be messed with
Deckard, a successful Black businessman from Texas, moved to Los Angeles in 1922 and quickly drew the ire of the local White residents.
African American Historic Places Project
Getty and the City of Los Angeles have partnered to identify, preserve, and celebrate African American heritage in Los Angeles.
Melanated Jump Squad
This Leimert Park group is bringing back a lost art that’s rooted in Black culture.
Crenshaw Crossing between Obama Blvd. and Exposition Blvd.
“We’re focused on making it 100 percent affordable so that people in the community can afford to live there opposed to building something for people outside of the community to come in and live there.”
K.A.U.S.E. provides essential resources
The non-profit organization gives diapers, baby products, groceries and other products and services to people in need.
Juneteenth celebrations in Los Angeles
There will be Juneteenth events in the Los Angeles and Inglewood throughout the weekend, including the return of the Kingdom Day Parade.
Mocha Moms Los Angeles provides sisterhood, support, and service
This group of Black mothers helps each other as they seek resources for their families.
Utopia in Leimert Park Village
The free Saturday night dance party takes place in front of the Vision Theater.
African American Heritage Legacy Project commemorates Juneteenth and Black Music Month
Community Build, Inc. showcases a retrospective exhibit showcasing over 100 pictures, memorabilia, and documents on emancipation, civil rights, Motown and the presidency of Barack Obama.
Community Build CEO Robert Sausedo brings a corporate mindset to nonprofits
Sausedo, who grew up in Jefferson Park and Arlington Heights, uses his sales and marketing background to raise funds for Community Build’s programs.
Community Build’s gang prevention program
The community organization provides daily activities for children who are at risk of joining gangs.
South LA Cafe’s weekly grocery giveaway
The cafe gives away 150 bags of groceries to families struggling through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Community fridges are popping up to support people in need
People are encouraged to donate frozen foods, produce, nonperishables, canned goods, and beverages.
“It’s about to be the most AKA week of all time”
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. will be celebrating their Founders’ Day, sorority member Kamala Harris’ inauguration, and they’ll be raising money for scholarships.
The Metaphor Club hosts Third Thursdays: Meet & Greet
Leimert Park resident John Jackson created this monthly event to create better interaction among community members.
We Can Foundation hosts The Stop The Killing series
The Leimert Park organization creates a festive environment while educating the community.
Town Hall Cafe Los Angeles debut episode takes on gentrification and local politics

(R-L) Local community members Kathy Guyton, Patricia Diggs, Jamal Jones, and L.A. Standard Newspaper publisher Jason Lewis discuss community issues at Morris Media Studios in Leimert Park.
The podcast is designed to discuss issues that affect South Los Angeles communities.
Many locals are unaware of Park Mesa Heights
Hyde Park, Angeles Mesa, and View Heights are all a part of the Park Mesa Heights Neighborhood Council.
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Youth Orchestra Los Angeles in Inglewood
YOLA provides children free instruments, intensive music instruction, and opportunities to perform on stages in their communities and around the world.
Juneteenth festival celebrates cultural arts in Leimert Park
WACO Theater Center is a home for Black artists
The Where Art Can Occur Theater Center provides a space for artists of African descent to showcase their work. The theater company will be placing a bid to become the operator of the Vision Theater in Leimert Park.
Christopher Powe fell in love with music in Leimert Park
The Fernando Pullum Community Arts Center in Leimert Park created a path for Christopher Powe to go to college.
Inglewood's Willie Agee Playhouse
The Inglewood venue holds plays, concerts, and workshops for actors.
The Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles performs at the Walt Disney Concert Hall
This free program gives young musicians of color a chance to play in a classical music orchestra in their own community.
Faithful Dance Company and the Impact Performing Arts Conservatory are dazzling gospel music fans
Faithful Central Bible Church’s dance company delivers amazing performances while teaching people of all ages the art of dance.
The World Stage and all that jazz
Ethnomusicologist Billy McCoy discusses the weekly music workshops in Leimert Park.
The Sounds of Leimert Park

Drum performances - some planned, some impromptu - occur on Degnan Blvd. and in the park. Photos by Jason Lewis
Leimert Park Village is the music mecca of South Los Angeles, featuring jazz, blues, soul, gospel, R&B, and hip hop.
Fernando Pullum Community Arts Center enriches children’s lives
This free performing arts program in Leimert Park instructs children in music, dance, theater, and film.
Debbie Allen Dance Academy prepares for The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker

Debbie Allen selects the dancers who will perform in The Hot Chocolate Nutcracker. Photo by Jason Lewis
The Baldwin Hills dance studio produces some of the best dancers in the area.
Leroy Hamilton photo exhibit
The Story of Us displays Black Angelenos in several dimensions of their lives.
Black Los Angeles Photography Exhibit
The exhibit in Leimert Park features local Black photographers Jeff Lewis (sports), Zay Monae (community portraits and events), Bexx Francois (Kamala Harris presidential campaign), and David Mesfin (Black surfers), and Destination Crenshaw’s Faces of Black LA series.
Crenshaw Wall to receive a new mural
RTN Crew’s proposed mural “The Struggle Continues” to replace the group’s 2001 “Our Mighty Contribution.”
Black California Dreamin’ at CAAM
Historian and author Alison Rose Jefferson showcases photographs from her book “Living the California Dream: African American Leisure Sites during the Jim Crow Era” at the California African American Museum.
LA Commons combats anti-Blackness through art
With hate crimes on the rise, LA Commons provides opportunities for people to interact with each other, which builds a sense of belonging and trust among people of different races.
Thomas Editions Fine Art Printing
Master printer Von Thomas creates museum quality custom color and black and white prints.
The Photo Lab LA on Crenshaw Blvd.
This Black-owned photography and video studio is on Crenshaw Boulevard, just south of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
Aziz Gallerie in Leimert Park Village
Black artists showcase and sell their artwork at this local art gallery.
Leimert Park Jazz Festival Launches 2nd Annual Art Competition
South Los Angeles artists are invited to submit their artwork for a chance to win $1,000!
Muralist Moses Ball’s work is on display in South Los Angeles to help combat gentrification
The local artist showcases Black communities in a positive light through his murals.
CAAM attracts a younger audience with exciting events
As the California African American Museum’s Fall 2019 season kicks off this month, the museum continues to use lively events with DJs and food trucks to attract younger people to the museum.
Contact High: A Visual History of Hip-Hop
At the Annenberg Space for Photography.
Soul of a Nation: Art in the Age of Black Power
At The Broad in downtown Los Angeles.
“Slavery, The Prison Industrial Complex” exhibit at Art + Practice in Leimert Park
This photography exhibit sheds light on a prison system that continues to have parallels to slavery.
J3 Collection is Leimert Park’s new high-end photography studio and art gallery
Justin Jackson’s photography portfolio has been heavily influenced by African American music and culture.
The Underground Museum is a hidden gem
This cultural art center in Arlington Heights features paintings, film screenings, lectures, dance performances, and yoga classes.
CAAM’s exhibit highlights the long history of racial injustices that led to the 1992 L.A. Riots
The exhibit examines how housing restrictions, police brutality, and other incidents led to the 1992 uprising.
CAAM hosts Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration
Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day by surrounding yourself with art, culture, and community.
Ty Vaughn is changing the paradigm of how the outdoors looks
Through Adventuress Ty, Vaughn leads groups on zip lining, kayaking, bungee cord jumping, hot air balloon, and skydiving excursions.
Black retail co-ops at the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza
Afro City Marketplace and My BBB have created a home for several Black merchants.
Uplift Us Marketplace features Black-made merchandise
The Boutique retail store at the Westfield Culver City Mall has over 80 Black-owned brands.
The Girl Cave LA
The Black-owned beauty supply store has locations in South Los Angeles, Inglewood, and Compton.
Ghettoff in downtown Inglewood
The Inglewood adult boutique specializes in promoting sexual health and well-being while improving communication between partners.
All That and Sum Greek Warehouse
The downtown warehouse sells Divine Nine, HBCU, and Masonic merchandise.
Sole Folks in Leimert Park Village
Sole Folks is a new high-end retail store and business incubator for fashion designers.
Runway Boutique LA in West Adams
Fatima Dodson sells Afrocentric women’s clothing and she created Head Wraps in the Park.
G.O.A.T. skincare products for the confident man
The men’s skincare company makes beard oils, lotions, body washes, and moisturizers.
Loc Lov brings their award-winning salon to View Park-Windsor Hills
The salon has an Afro-centric environment while they create artistic hair designs.
Los Angeles and Inglewood Black-owned Cigar Lounges
In recent years several Black-owned cigar lounges have opened, allowing people to stay within their own communities to enjoy one of their favorite pastimes.
Zoe’s Vintique is a hidden treasure where shoppers will always find a jewel
The Mid City boutique features hand-picked, one-of-a-kind pieces.
Dorsey High School girls receive dresses for prom

Becca’s Closet’s Los Angeles chapter president Marsha Garnett with Dorsey High School students. Photos by Jason Lewis
Macy’s, Becca’s Closet, MAC Cosmetics, and AT&T gave Dorsey seniors star treatment.
African Image Beauty Supply and Salon embraces an authentic Afrocentric image
This Black-owned beauty supply store on Western Ave. and Washington Blvd. has products for men and women, and serves as a cultural center.
Culture and style are celebrated at Head Wraps in the Park

Head Wraps at the Park featured workshops that taught women how to properly put on the garment. Photos by Jason Lewis
The natural hair community came together to show off the beauty of head wraps.
Kutula by Africana infuses culture into high fashion
The View Park-Windsor Hills boutique makes original pieces for men, women, and children.
Audacity Studio has everything a classic man needs

Mark J. Campbell, president & CEO, has the perfect accessories to go along with Audacity Studio’s high-end suits.
This View Park-Windsor Hills establishment has everything from made to measure suits to a grooming salon.
Nobody Jones makes high fashion affordable

Odessa Bowden-Sierra’s boutique store Nobody Jones is on Pico Blvd. and Curson Ave. Photo by Jason Lewis
The Mid City boutique caters to everybody, from celebrities to everyday professional women.
Smo King’s Fine Cigars is a home away from home

Windsor Hills resident John Coleman uses Smo King’s Fine Cigars as a place to work, relax, watch sports and socialize. Photo by Jason Lewis
The Ladera Heights cigar lounge features leather couches, big screen televisions, and a relaxing environment.
Black vacationers travel to Martha’s Vineyard
Black travelers from around the nation head to Martha’s Vineyard each summer for “Black August.” USC Black Alumni Association has made this into an annual summer retreat.
From the cubicle to the world

Brett C.S. Roberts traveled through the Sahara Desert in the middle of the night to reach Cairo, Egypt.
South Los Angeles native and Inglewood resident Brett C.S. Roberts published a book that gives tips on how to travel the world on a budget.
Paradise in Hawaii
The Hawaiian Islands offer perfect year round weather with it’s amazing beaches, beautiful sunsets and spectacular sights. Maui is one of the most popular destinations.
New Orleans’ Black culture that travelers need to experience
New Orleans is a predominately Black city that features amazing live music, art, and food. Sunday second line parades, jazz lounges, and art studios showcases the city’s culture.
Los Angeles to Portland and Seattle and back on Amtrak
LaTanya Letcher was able to see spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and snow-capped mountains as she traveled through Northern California, Oregon, and Washington.
Weekend Getaway: Calm and Peace is less than 100 miles away.

Glen Ivy Hot Springs has 19 pools, two saunas, a mud bath and an underground grotto. Photos by Jason Lewis
Spas, wine, and relaxation are just a short trip down the 15 Freeway.
Weekend Getaway: Big Bear
Skiing and snowboarding are the main attractions, but this winter resort town has a lot more than that to offer.
Weekend Getaway: Palm Springs

Lounging by the pool all day at the Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa is a great way to spend the day. The resort also has a golf course, tennis court, spa, and restaurants. Photos by Jason Lewis
Palm Springs and Palm Desert offers relaxation with luxury resorts, spas, fine dining, shopping, and attractions.
Jamaica!

Resort life is amazing. Swimming pools, beaches, spas, and a carefree lifestyle. Photo taken at the Riu Palace in Montego Bay. Photos by Jason Lewis
Jamaica gets you from A to ‘all right’ with luxury all-inclusive resorts, adventurous nature tours, and rich culture.
Weekend Getaway: Catalina
Catalina mixes relaxation and adventure.
Weekend Getaway: Santa Barbara
The ‘American Riviera’ offers relaxation, wine, great food, luxury spas and scenic views.
Take Amtrak’s Pacific Surfliner to Santa Barbara
Tamara Marie Designs
Interior designer Tamara Marie creates environments in people’s homes that invoke positive emotions.
Inspired Garden Artistry Spring Garden Tour
RUME by Tauska tiny homes and ADU conversions
Local designer Tauska Trusaun-Kennedy specializes in ADUs; building tiny homes and converting garages into living quarters.
Leafy Green Creation supplies locals with the best quality plants
Creative art framing
“It’s amazing what framing does to a piece of art.” -Dennis DeLoach, owner of DB International Framing
Cultural Interiors in View Park-Windsor Hills features artifacts from around the world
This View Park-Windsor Hills store features furniture, art, and jewelry.
Energy Upgrade California promotes energy conservation
Saving energy can prevent rolling blackouts and save customers money on their electric bill.
Say Hello to Summer Savings with Energy Efficiency
With these simple tips from Energy Upgrade California, you don’t have to sweat your energy use and may be able to save money too
LADWP’s Lawn Be Gone workshops
The workshops teach people how to remove grass turf and replace it with sustainable landscaping, which can save money and water.
Artist Gail Oliver’s work soothes the soul
The local photographer and painter uses evidence based design to create calming artwork.
Plank L.A. infuses art into hand-made furniture
View Park resident Kevin Washington recently launched his inaugural collection.
Georgia Lumpkin beautifies the community with gardening

Georgia Lumpkin (right) helps a local resident pick out a dish garden at the Inspired Garden Artistry garden tour. Photos by Jason Lewis
Lumpkin built the garden at 54th Street Elementary School and she has been sharing her craft with the community for decades.
South L.A.’s amazing home gardens
Inspired Garden Artistry takes community members on a tour of local home gardens.
Oasis Landscaping creates desert and low water scenery for local homes
Brennen Scott’s landscaping company adds value and comfort to homes.
The Hurst family goes all out on Christmas lights

A scene from the 1964 Christmas stop-motion animated television special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
The spirit of the holiday is on full display on their Ladera Heights lawn.
GreenArt can turn a home into an oasis
Brent Green started his landscaping career transforming front and back yards in Leimert Park.
Posh Luxury Imports
Omar McGee is providing his clients with excellent auto services without them having to step foot on a dealership lot.
MetaCars and Coffee supports local business in front of Hot & Cool Cafe
The owners of The Metaphor Club created this monthly classic car meetup show to support Black-owned businesses.
405 Motorsports adds a “little seasoning” to customize cars

Stevo Ward made subtle changes to his Mercedes-Benz CL500. Those changes make his car standout from the crowd. Photos by Jason Lewis
Stevo Ward is the go-to-guy to make a car a head-turner.
Online auto shopping makes the processes easier for car buyers

Car salespersons no longer hover around the car lot waiting for customers. They now huddle around a computer to interact with car buyers. Photos by Jason Lewis
The days of heading down to the dealership and haggling with a salesperson are nearly over.
Are there really end of the year auto deals?

Airport Marina Honda general sales manager John Harmond helps a customer purchase a new car. Photo by Jason Lewis
A sales manager at Airport Marina Honda discusses the type of deals that consumers can take advantage of. AAA also gives their recommendations.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Diana Simmons
A Leimert Park native, Simmons is a sales executive for Microsoft, overseeing a team of technical sellers in a $65 million sales territory.
Delete the Divide
Los Angeles County’s digital inclusion program’s goal is that everyone is connected to the Internet.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Gene James III is getting to the next level
James, a View Park Prep and UCLA grad, used TEC Leimert’s NXT LVL social media incubator program to land a job at XX Artists.
Cassie Betts’ “Talk Tech to Me Uncut”
Betts hosts a tech show on KBLA Talk 1580, and she helps locals enter into the field with tech bootcamps hosted by Made in South LA.
South L.A. Best Buy Teen Tech Center
Vermont Slauson Economic Development Corporation partnered with Best Buy, the Annenberg Foundation, and Greater LA Education Foundation to create a center that has a computer lab and recording studio.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: LA Create Space's Terell Johnson
The Watts native has opened LA Create Space, a co-working space in Inglewood which features an audio and video production studio.
TEC Leimert’s social media incubator program
The 12-week NXT LVL paid-intern program teaches young adults digital marketing, SEO, graphic design, creative editing, emerging tech, campaign management, media buying, audience research, and more.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Kai Frazier
Frazier is bringing virtual reality technology into classrooms to give students a more effective learning experience.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Janeya Griffin “The Commercializer”
Griffin, a Grambling State University grad, is helping HBCUs monetize their intellectual property.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Kameale C. Terry
Terry’s company, ChargerHelp Inc., is building out an app that will facilitate on demand electric vehicle charging station maintenance.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Chris Ayears
Technology has a major impact on the music industry, and it has helped Universal Music's Chris Ayears manage artists and get music to the masses.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Joshua Parker
Parker works as a gameplay engineer at Riot Games, which is one of the largest video game studios in the world.
Emma puts a beauty expert in a mobile app
Entrepreneurs Nannearl Brown and Nicole Hollis are using technology to ensure that all women, with a focus on women of color, can easily find beauty products that work for them.
Plug in South L.A. merges technology and business

Plug in South L.A.’s Urban Tech Connect featured panel discussions from tech experts and entrepreneurs. Photos by Jason Lewis
Technology is transforming every type of business. Entrepreneurs can learn how to take advantage of the tech wave and how to finance their businesses by attending Plug in South Los Angeles’ Urban Tech Connect Conference on May 16 at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center.
TEC Conference Takes Over Leimert Park Village
TEC Leimert is bridging the wealth gap by decreasing the digital divide.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Corey Mack
Mack majored in Mechanical Engineering Technology and Entrepreneurship, and now he owns a startup company that designs ‘smart’ glasses.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Mel Jones
Director of the web series “Leimert Park,” Jones discusses how digital media is the most useful tool for up and coming content creators.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Isaiah Jackson, Cryptocurrency Champion
Bitcoin provides a way to transfer wealth between two people.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Social Media Manager Monique Stennis
Social media represents a way for businesses to control their own message, and create relationships and bonds with the consumers before they even meet.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Sony Pictures’ Rashidi Jones
The South Los Angeles native and film executive discusses how the industry became more diverse.
TEC Leimert Spotlight: Director Alton Glass
Glass is using advanced technology to stay ahead of the
competition in the film industry.
Black students are starting to catch the technology wave
Community groups are working to encourage children to enter the STEM fields.
TEC Leimert is bridging the wealth gap by decreasing the digital divide

Conference attendees packed the California Jazz and Blues Museum as Idris Sandu, a rising star in the tech industries, discusses apps that he has created. Photos by Jason Lewis
Locals in today's workforce and business owners greatly benefit from this technology conference. The next conference is September 25, 2021.
The amazing life of Arthur Lewis 1925-2023
Los Angeles native Arthur Lewis was a successful businessman and great family man who witnessed this city’s many changes.
Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Brandon and Nicole Miller
One forever, in wedded bliss.
Introducing Mr. & Mrs. Jamin & Ayron Butler
The Butlers, both buisness owners from Los Angeles, held their wedding in New Orleans.
Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Allen and Taiesha Fowler
Local businessman Arthur Lewis celebrates his 90th birthday
Introducing Mr. and Mrs. Jason and Jennifer Lewis
The couple held an elegant and sophisticated wedding in Santa Monica.
Shelter: Faceless Name of Homelessness
Local photographer Karim Saafir discovered remarkable stories of resilience, pride, and dignity as he formed relationships with less fortunate people in Los Angeles.
Zay Monae’s 85mil series
The South Los Angeles photographer “pulls up” on locals for ten-minute photo sessions. She also shoots Black cultural events.
Conceptual art photographer Delaney George
George’s work has been on display at Gallery 90220 in South Los Angeles.
Camera Club COVID-19 photos: LA devoid of people
Los Angeles Standard Camera Club members took photos around Los Angeles as people followed stay-at-home orders.
April camera club meeting recap
The theme for this month is video!
Los Angeles Standard Newspaper Camera Club
Free club for photographers and videographers of all skill levels. Meets every third Tuesday in View Park-Windsor Hills.
Nature photography submissions
Camera club members' photographs
Video assignment
This month’s assignment is to make a one-minute video. That’s pretty much it. Any subject.
Black and White photo assignment submissions
Camera club members' photographs
Black and White photo editing tutorial
Black and white photography is more than simply hitting “Black & White”
March camera club meeting, Tuesday the 19th, 7 pm
February meeting recap and March meeting info
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday photo submissions
Photos from the Kingdom Day parade and King Fest in Los Angeles, King parade in Inglewood, the King memorial in Kennith Hahn Park, and a Sunday Second Line parade on MLK Jr. Blvd. in New Orleans.
Photos from the Standard Camera Club's downtown meetup
Los Angeles Standard Newspaper Camera club members' photographs from the downtown meetup. We went to the Walt Disney Concert Hall, The Broad, MOCA, Angels Flight, and Grand Central Market.
January Camera Club Meeting, Tuesday the 15th
Recap from the December camera club meeting and downtown meet up.
Downtown photography meetup, Sat., Jan. 12, 10am-1pm
Walt Disney Concert Hall, The Broad Museum, MOCA, Angels Flight, and Grand Central Market.
Long-exposure submissions
Club member submissions for the long-exposure assignment.
December Camera Club Meeting, Tuesday the 18th
Recap from the November meeting; Long-exposure assignment; and downtown meetup.
Long-Exposure Photography tutorial
From streaking lights to smoothed out bodies of water, long-exposure photography from DSLR and mobile phone cameras can produce some creative shots.
October camera club meeting recap, November meeting Tuesday the 20th
Alfred Haymond presented in black & white, and famed celebrity photographer Valerie Goodloe will present in November.
Food photography submissions
Camera club members' food photography photos.
Photo and video assignment: Food photography
Focus on the composition rules to create great food images.
August Camera Club meeting recap, September meeting Tuesday the 18th
July Camera Club meeting recap, August meeting Tuesday the 21st
Recap from the July camera club meeting, and this month's assignment.
Photo and video assignment: Community events/gatherings
Capturing moments in and out of your community.
Self portrait submissions
Camera Club members' self portraits.
July Camera Club meeting, Tuesday the 17th
This meeting will feature special presentations from photographers Von Thomas and Gail Oliver, and from APA-LA Director Desirae Lantry.
Perspective submissions
Photos from the perspective assignment.
Photo and video assignment: Self portrait
May camera club meeting recap, June meeting Tuesday the 19th
Filling up the frame submissions
Photos from Los Angeles Standard Camera Club group members.
Photo and video assignment: Perspective
Shooting from different angles can lead to better images.
Camera Club meetup: Leimert Park Art Walk photos
Photos from the Leimert Park Art Walk, which is held on the final Sunday of each month.
Camera Club meet up at the Leimert Park Art Walk
Bring your camera out to Leimert Park Village on Sunday, April 29!
Photo and video assignment: Filling up the frame
Making the subject larger in the frame can lead to better images.
Negative Space submissions
Check out photos from L.A. Standard Camera Club members
Photography 101: Manual Mode
This tutorial is on the very basics of shooting in manual mode.
Los Angeles Standard is starting a Camera Club
Camera Club for photographers and videographers of all skill levels.
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