The World Stage and all that jazz
Ethnomusicologist Billy McCoy discusses the weekly music workshops in Leimert Park.
South Los Angeles
Although “The Get Down” train has crashed, Skylan Brooks leaps into new ventures
By Troy Tieuel An abrupt and surprising letdown by executive producer Baz Luhrmann leaves many on ‘The Get Down” roster…
Real Estate’s financially rewarding careers
Careers as a realtor and a residential loan originator can be a grind, but they come with great rewards.
L.A. Standard’s new intern: Amir Medina
A concert during the Leimert Park Juneteenth Heritage Festival. Photo by Amir Medina Amir Medina is 16-year-old sophomore at Connections…
Camp Spin-Off is launching careers in the music industry
This DJing summer camp has classes in music production, marketing, and business.
Assemblymember Sebastian Ridley-Thomas provided free legal consultations to local residents
Ridley-Thomas has plans for more pro bono legal clinics in the future.
The Sounds of Leimert Park
Leimert Park Village is the music mecca of South Los Angeles, featuring jazz, blues, soul, gospel, R&B, and hip hop.
Sanctuary of Hope provides resources for homeless youth
“Our homeless youth are invisible in plain sight.”
After being incarcerated for 23 years, Jason Thomas gets a second chance with a career in construction
Thomas landed a construction job working on the Metro Crenshaw/LAX line, and he gives advice to others who are in his position.
VSEDC celebrates commitment to South Los Angeles business development
The non-profit organization continues to provide resources to small-business owners and entrepreneurs.