Stories matching tag 'Compton'
Jai Hawkins loves fashion and creative clothes but hated to leave her hometown to shop. Now she's opened a store where fashionistas can shop right in the heart of Compton.
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Unbeknownst to many Angelinos, there's a farm community in Compton. Residents there talk about their love for nature, animals and peace in a city tainted by negative media portrayals.
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Foster youth learn about YESS - Youth Empowerment Strategies for Success - a program designed to develop life skills.
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The Homies & POPz, Compton's own cricket team, exposes residents to the British sport, promotes sportsmanship and even wins some trophies.
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Stanford Professor Al Camarillo wants people to know his hometown, Compton, is more than the stereotypes and crime statistics that have plagued the city.
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Cleo Turner says The Hub City gives him easy access to work and shopping, while still being small enough to know your neighbors.
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No one ever said a trip to traffic court would be fun, but in Compton, frustrations are on the rise as those holding tickets feel left without a voice.
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The U.S. Supreme Court reached out to the Obama administration Monday for its opinion on a case regarding the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
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Compton superior court judge says watching his parents involved in the civil rights movement in South LA inspired him to pursue a seat on the judges bench
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The gang member was sentenced to 80 years to life in prison for the shooting death of Narbonne High School football player Dannie Farber, Jr.
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Compton is the nation's eighth most dangerous city, according to new rankings from CQ Press. But a lot of Compton residents do not agree.
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Despite the negative reputation Compton has received in the past, Shanice McKinley is competing for Miss California USA to represent her community in a positive light.
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St. John's Well Child and Family Center received a $9 million grant from the federal healthcare bill.
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In a closed session during the early hours of the morning, the council voted unanimously to fire and replace City Manager Charles Evans.
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A citizens survey conducted on the social networking website Hub City Livin' aimed to glean public opinion on the issue.
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