Public Allies brings leadership to South LA community
Veronica Villafañe | 5-16-2012 |
Creating community leaders in South LA is part of the mission of the Public Allies program run by CDTech. Find out how it's inspiring change.
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USC signs coliseum lease
Veronica Villafañe | 5-14-2012 |
After months of controversy surrounding the management of the Coliseum, USC signs a lease that gives the university control of the stadium's day to day operations.
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Application deadline for special scholarships
Veronica Villafañe | 5-9-2012 |
The Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation is offering scholarships to high school seniors or college students in under served communities. The application deadline is May 15. Find out how to apply.
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The forgotten victims of the riots
Veronica Villafañe | 5-5-2012 |
Riot anniversary coverage ignores the story of Fidel López and other Latino victims of the violence.
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Has anything changed since the 1992 LA riots?
Veronica Villafañe | 4-25-2012 |
As the 20th anniversary of the LA riots approaches, we look to the past and talk to members of the community who lived through the historic events and share their thoughts and pictures. Please visit our special anniversary site at www.SouthLA2012.com (Carousel photo courtesy of Brian Crawford; fireman photo credit: Dave)
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South LA teens graduate from Boys to Men program
Veronica Villafañe | 4-16-2012 |
A group of South LA teens graduate from a mentorship program geared to keep boys out of trouble and teach them how to become productive members of their community.
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On a Mission: building a brighter future for South LA youth
Veronica Villafañe | 4-9-2012 |
On a Mission provides after-school programs that seek to create positive change in South LA by teaching area youth to become leaders and empower their community. Find out who’s behind this fast-growing non-profit organization.
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Entrepreneur with a cause
Veronica Villafañe | 4-2-2012 |
The founder of the C3 foundation believes in giving inner city kids access to better opportunities. Find out what he's doing to accomplish this goal.
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Judge denies bail reduction for ex Miramonte teacher
Veronica Villafañe | 3-28-2012 |
Judge says no to reducing bail for Mark Berndt. Date is set for his next court hearing.
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Uncertain future for CRA projects in South LA
Veronica Villafañe | 3-26-2012 |
What will happen to Marlton Square and other South LA projects now that the redevelopment agency has ceased to exist? We're only now beginning to get some answers and they're not all good.
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New Expo line to finally open to public
Veronica Villafañe | 3-23-2012 |
After numerous delays, the new light-rail Expo line will finally open on April 28, connecting several South LA communities to downtown and eventually, to Santa Monica.
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City Council approves redistricting map
Veronica Villafañe | 3-16-2012 |
Despite objections, protests and threats of lawsuits, the LA City Council votes to approve the proposed redistricting map that turns South LA districts 8 and 9 into the poorest districts in the city.
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South LA town hall focuses on excessive force in Sheriff’s Department
Veronica Villafañe | 3-16-2012 |
Due to concerns over recent allegations of excessive force within the LA Sheriff’s Department, a South LA group held a town hall meeting to address the issue.
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South LA theatre tackles education
Veronica Villafañe | 3-14-2012 |
The 24th Street Theatre in South LA has created an incredible arts education program that engages students and makes learning a fun adventure. Find out why children are excited to participate and why the theatre’s founders got involved in education.
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Senior apartments next to Marlton Square almost complete
Veronica Villafañe | 3-2-2012 |
The Buckingham Place apartments, the only portion of the problem-plagued Marlton Square development to undergo construction, is nearly complete. But future tenants can't avoid the nasty view in their backyard.
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South LA mom faces 2nd murder charge
Veronica Villafañe | 2-24-2012 |
The South LA mother accused of drowning her two daughters was charged on Friday with a second count of murder after her 5-yr old daughter was taken off life support and died.
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South LA car wash workers unionize
Veronica Villafañe | 2-22-2012 |
Car wash workers in South LA score a victory... They're now among the first to be unionized in the City of Los Angeles. For years, car washes have been considered one of the most exploitive businesses, with long hours and paltry pay.
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Thousands attend American Dream event
Veronica Villafañe | 2-20-2012 |
An estimated 15,000 people rushed to the L.A. convention center hoping to save their homes. For some South LA homeowners, the American Dream event gave them hope that they would end their mortgage nightmare.
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Mom jailed for murder and attempted murder
Veronica Villafañe | 2-16-2012 |
A South Los Angeles neighborhood is reeling after a baby girl was drowned. Her sister is in critical condition and the girls' mother is under arrest.
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Leimert Park pays tribute to Whitney Houston
Veronica Villafañe | 2-15-2012 |
Fans mourning the loss of music icon Whitney Houston gathered at a vigil in Leimert Park on Monday night to celebrate her life.
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Crimes against Miramonte students may lead to immigration benefit
Veronica Villafañe | 2-13-2012 |
With the LA Sheriff's Department conducting the investigation, Miramonte parents worry about immigration status checks.
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Parents protest as Miramonte Elementary reopens
Veronica Villafañe | 2-10-2012 |
With police officers present, parents voice their opinions on the upheaval.
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Miramonte scandal affecting teachers
Veronica Villafañe | 2-8-2012 |
A second arrest of a member of the elementary school's teaching staff prompts a drastic response from its Superintendent.
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Chano’s restaurant: surviving the recession
Veronica Villafañe | 2-6-2012 |
The recession has hit many South LA businesses hard. Chano's restaurant is no exception. The owner talks to Intersections South LA about how he's been able to survive the recession and what he foresees for the business in 2012.
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People Power Assembly sets out to organize South LA community
Veronica Villafañe | 2-3-2012 |
South LA community members seek political empowerment and a chance to help their neighborhood thrive.
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Miramonte Elementary holds parent town hall after teacher’s arrest
Veronica Villafañe | 2-1-2012 |
During a town hall meeting with parents at Miramonte Elementary, school officials offer more information and counseling, while investigators explain why teacher Mark Berndt wasn't arrested sooner.
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How shutting down the CRA will impact South LA
Veronica Villafañe | 2-1-2012 |
The California Redevelopment Agency ceases to exist today. Dozens of projects in South LA will be affected, but will it be the end of economic development in the area?
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Teacher arrested for molesting children in school
Veronica Villafañe | 1-31-2012 |
A school teacher was arrested after a year-long investigation that uncovered sexual abuse of 7 to 10 year children at Miramonte Elementary. Parents react with shock at discovering children were molested on school grounds.
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Greuel addresses government waste at Urban Issues Forum
Veronica Villafañe | 1-27-2012 |
City Controller Wendy Greuel talks about how her audits have helped expose wasteful government spending during the first Urban Issues Forum of 2012.
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South LA business center promotes: Be your own boss!
Veronica Villafañe | 1-25-2012 |
A free entrepreneurial training program sponsored by the City of Los Angeles seeks to give residents the tools to build small businesses and spur job creation.
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MLK parade route
Veronica Villafañe | 1-15-2012 |
The annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Parade is set to begin at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 16 at MLK Jr. Boulevard and Western Avenue in South LA; head west to Crenshaw Boulevard, then south to Vernon Avenue, concluding at Leimert Park, where a festival will be held.
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Inglewood school reopens after reconstruction
Veronica Villafañe | 1-9-2012 |
After two years in portable classrooms, students at La Tijera K-8 school move in to their new school
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Community joins fight against retired teacher’s foreclosure
Veronica Villafañe | 1-5-2012 |
79 year-old Faith Parker is not giving up her home without a fight – and Occupy LA is helping her.
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Wesson, Reyes take over Council leadership roles
Veronica Villafañe | 1-4-2012 |
The first city council meeting of 2012 ushers in new leaders.
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South LA wishes for 2012
Veronica Villafañe | 12-30-2011 |
Intersections South LA asked members of the community to share their hopes and goals for the new year. These are the changes they hope they can bring about in 2012.
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Karen Bass gives 2011 year-in-review
Veronica Villafañe | 12-22-2011 |
Congresswoman Karen Bass met face-to-face with over 100 of her constituents on Wednesday afternoon to share what she had been up to during her first year in Congress representing the 33rd District.
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Community celebrates contaminating plant closure
Veronica Villafañe | 12-19-2011 |
Local residents from the 28th Street Elementary School community look forward to revitalization after the closure of Palace Plating.
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Meet Edison’s new principal
Veronica Villafañe | 12-14-2011 |
The title is officially new, but Pedro Garcia is no stranger to students, parents or teachers at Edison Middle School.
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Perry to testify at D9 redistricting hearing
Veronica Villafañe | 12-9-2011 |
Councilwoman Jan Perry will join community members and stakeholders at the first public hearing of the City’s Redistricting Commission to be held in the Ninth District on Saturday, December 10.
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How South LA equates health to human rights
Veronica Villafañe | 12-9-2011 |
South LA residents attend a forum to address inequalities in health services and human rights.
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South LA residents go to DC to “Take back the Capitol”
Veronica Villafañe | 12-5-2011 |
A group of South LA residents are in Washington, D.C. to demand passage of a jobs bill and to hold elective representatives "accountable."
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“Dream Team” recruited for Watts school make over
Veronica Villafañe | 10-27-2011 |
Volunteers, professional athletes and Mayor Villaraigosa teamed up this week to help renovate Florence Griffith Joyner Elementary School in Watts. The day of service was part of an effort to create public-private partnerships to improve the learning conditions of LAUSD students.
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Perry picks up another endorsement
Veronica Villafañe | 10-24-2011 |
Former Councilwoman Ruth Galanter today endorsed Jan Perry for Mayor of Los Angeles.
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Why saving for retirement is hardest for Latinos
Veronica Villafañe | 10-21-2011 |
Unemployment and the economic recession have caused a big drop in wealth among Latinos and African-Americans in recent years. Despite concerns about the stability of Social Security, Latinos face more obstacles in planning ahead for retirement. Find out why.
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Police seek help finding South LA hit-and-run suspect
Veronica Villafañe | 10-21-2011 |
Police are asking for the public's help in finding a suspect in the hit-and-run that injured Susana Prieto on Sunday.
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Free health clinics for uninsured this week
Veronica Villafañe | 10-17-2011 |
A series of free clinics for people who don't have insurance and can't afford medical, dental or vision care will take place from this week at the Los Angeles Sports Arena. Wristbands for admission to the clinics will be given out today starting at 1 pm.[...]
Mexican-American community celebrates Independence Day
Veronica Villafañe | 9-16-2011 |
September 16 is Mexican Independence Day. The Mexican-American community is celebrating all through the weekend. Find out what fun activities there are for this weekend commemorating Mexico's independence from Spain.
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Thousands of hopefuls attend South LA job fair
Veronica Villafañe | 8-31-2011 |
Thousands of people attend the "For the People" job fair in South LA where only employers with immediate job openings are allowed to participate.
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Inner city youth return from camping adventure
Veronica Villafañe | 8-30-2011 |
District 10 inner city youth return from yearly summer camping trip.
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Leimert Park Beat’s power of community
Veronica Villafañe | 8-19-2011 |
Leimert Park Beat has now more than 1,000 members. Find out how its founder and other neighborhood residents have helped make change in their community.[...]