Author: Emilie St. John

Disney Parks is celebrating Black History Month with its popular ‘Celebrate Soulfully’ returning to the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World next month. From captivating performances —including gospel concerts and DISNEY ON BROADWAY performances — to meet-and-greets with beloved characters such as Princess Tiana, there’s so much to enjoy. “Celebrate Gospel” concerts return to the Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland Park for two days in 2025, headlined by DOE on February 8 and Melvin Crispell, III on February 15. On both days, the beloved annual event brings together award-winning musical artists and community choirs from across Southern California. Melvin Crispell, III has…

LOS ANGELES — The Echo Theater Company has announced another electrifying three-play season for 2025 that will provoke, entertain and surprise audiences — and further solidify the Echo’s reputation as, per the Los Angeles Times, “the most vital center for offbeat drama in Los Angeles.” The new season opens on March 22 with the world premiere ofFlight. Written by Golden Globe and Princess Grace Award-winning writer Kate Robin and directed by Echo artistic director Chris Fields, Flight will star Peri Gilpin as a retired schoolteacher who hopes to use her recently acquired pilot’s license — and her husband’s Cessna — to better humanity. When she picks up a 16-year-old girl at a…

INGLEWOOD – The 4th Annual Women Rock Empowerment Summit will be held at the Inglewood Senior Center on May 3. The event is sponsored by the city of Inglewood, District 4 Councilwoman Dionne Faulk and City Clerk Aisha Thompson which is a free community event designed to bring together women to attend powerful and informative workshops that will help women gain confidence, practice self-care, and support each other’s personal or professional success. City of Inglewood Past guest speakers include Inglewood Assembly member Tina McKinnor, Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell, former Compton Councilwoman Michelle Chambers and a host of business women…

TEXAS – No tickets were sold matching all six numbers in Friday  in Friday evening’s drawing of the multi-state Mega Millions lottery. One ticket was sold matching five numbers but not the Mega number in Texas and is worth $1 million. The numbers drawn Friday are 8, 12, 43, 52, 62 and the Mega number is 18. The estimated jackpot for Tuesday’s drawing is $44 million.

COMPTON – Compton College held its groundbreaking ceremony for a new student housing complex on Jan. 17. State lawmaker Assembly member Mike Gipson (D-Carson), Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell, and Compton Mayor Emma Sharif joined Dr. Keith Curry, president/CEO of Compton College and Compton Community College District, and the school’s Board of Trustees during the midday ceremony. “Together, with the Compton Community College District Board of Trustees, I have worked tirelessly for more than seven years to establish on-campus student housing at Compton College,” said Dr. Curry. “This project is years in the making, and it would not have…

PHILADELPHIA – Philadelphia governor Josh Shapiro joined Delaware State University head coach Desean Jackson and retired Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy on their popular 25/10 Show to talk NFL playoffs and his focus on developing affordable housing projects in the area. “It is so cool to be with you guys. So thanks for having me on and congrats on all of your success,” said Shapiro at the top of the show. Shapiro then spoke on his passion for expanding affordable housing initiatives across Philadelphia and particularly in the Harrisburg area. “To make sure we got housing for communities that…

LOS ANGELES – Police Thursday are investigating a shooting in downtown Los Angeles that left a man in the hospital. Officers from the Los Angeles Police Department’s Central Division responded at 12:18 a.m. to an assault with a deadly weapon call at 732 S Spring St. between Broadway and Main Street. The address coincides with Sentral DTLA, which offers both housing to students attending UCLA and USC but also furnished short-term rentals for rent to the public. https://www.instagram.com/p/DFK8lpfu3d-/ When they arrived, officers found the victim on the sixth floor of the building suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest, according…

INGLEWOOD – No tickets were sold matching all six numbers in Wednesday evening’s SuperLotto Plus game, and the jackpot for Saturday’s drawing grows to $19 million. There were two tickets sold matching five numbers, but missing the Mega number, and are worth $15,885 each, according to the California Lottery. One ticket was sold at a Cathedral City gas station in the 34000 block of Date Palm Dr. and the other at a Santa Cruz liquor store in the 900 block of Almar Ave. The numbers drawn Wednesday night were 1, 3, 12, 16, 30 and the Mega number is 26.

CARSON – Assemblymember Mike Gipson (D-Carson) announced he postponed a planned march for immigration rights on Jan. 25 due to the L.A. wildfires. The announcement was made through an email blast that went out to his constituents across the 65th Assembly District which includes Carson, Compton, Watts and Willowbrook which have a high concentration of Latino residents. “We recognized the importance of standing in solidarity with our community during these trying times and want to prioritize the safety and well-being of all attendees and participants and I deeply appreciate your partnership and support of this event and sincerely apologize for…

LOS ANGELES – Five people were injured in a possible gang-related shooting in the Westlake area of Los Angeles early this morning. Key News Patrol units from the Los Angeles Police Department’s Rampart Division responded just after 1 a.m. to the 600 block of  Wilshire Boulevard, between Sixth and Seventh Streets regarding reports of multiple gunshots. When they arrived, officers found five victims suffering from gunshot wounds, according to LAPD Officer Rosario Cervantes. https://www.instagram.com/p/DFIIamJJXA1/?img_index=1 All five patients were transported to the hospital by paramedics in unknown conditions. Anyone with information regarding the shooting is urged to contact LAPD Rampart Division at 213-484-3400.…

LOS ANGELES – A domestic violence suspect was fatally shot by deputies early Tuesday morning in South Los Angeles. According to a release issued by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department,  at approximately 0129 hours, Century Station deputies responded to the 1500 block of East 77th Place in the unincorporated area of Los Angeles regarding a domestic violence related call for service. The female caller stated her ex-boyfriend, suspect, was at her home, had threatened her and was armed with a gun. Responding deputies located and contacted the suspect on the 7600 Block of Compton Avenue. The suspect attempted to flee, produced…

INGLEWOOD – The Inglewood Police Department (IPD) is seeking the public’s help in identifying an assault suspect. “On Thursday, December 26, 2024, at approximately 11:11 AM, the above pictured suspect was walking his dog in the 200 block of East Buckthorn Street. During this time, he became involved in a verbal argument with the victim. The suspect took the victim’s wooden walking stick and struck him multiple times while he was on the ground, causing injuries. After leaving the scene, the suspect returned shortly thereafter and vandalized property at the victim’s apartment complex using the wooden walking stick. The victim’s…

LOS ANGELES – A local nonprofit is offering zero-interest and zero-fee loans to residents, businesses and non-profits affected by the Los Angeles wildfires. Jewish Free Loan Association (JFLA) announced its initiative is available to people of all faiths and backgrounds who have been impacted by the devastating wildfires. “We understand the immense challenges faced by those affected by the wildfires,” said Rachel Grose, Executive Director of JFLA. “Our goal is to provide immediate financial relief to help individuals, families, and businesses get back on their feet as quickly as possible.” JFLA recognized the urgent need for financial assistance in the…

LOS ANGELES – Two Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputies were hospitalized after possibly overdosing at Men’s Central Jail. The Los Angeles Fire Department responded to a report of multiple overdoses at the Men’s Central Jail on the 400 block of Bauchet Street. https://www.instagram.com/p/DFGKrMos_NJ/?hl=en Upon arrival, firefighters located two deputies suffering from overdose-like symptoms. LAFD paramedics transported both patients to Los Angeles General Hospital. There are no further details available at this time.

INGLEWOOD – The Inglewood Planning Commission approved extending VIP alcohol service at the Intuit Dome during the body’s Jan. 14 meeting. Inglewood Assemblywoman Tina McKinnor introduced the bill which was sponsored by the arena’s ownership. Assembly Bill 3206 allows the sale of alcohol in the Intuit Dome between 2:00 a.m. and 4 a.m.  AB 3206 would limit the size of the private club the sales would occur in, limit the number of customers allowed in the private club, and limit the days the venue can offer after-hour alcohol sales to mitigate public health and safety concerns. The bill would only…