Stories matching tag 'Inglewood'
City of Champions no more
The city once nicknamed "City of Champions" may soon be looking for a new moniker, as professional sports in the city of Inglewood comes to an end. [...]
Fox Theatre celebrates 61st birthday
The Fox Theatre opened in Inglewood in 1949 and closed 40 years later. Now, preservationists are trying to reopen the historic theatre's doors to the public. [...]
Inglewood cop teaches by example
After 30 years on the force, Sgt. Robert Richmond shares his experiences as one of Inglewood's finest. [...]
Inglewood CFO announces resignation
Jeff Muir will be the third Inglewood city official to resign this year, as he leaves his position for one in Culver City. [...]
Inglewood boxing program targets at-risk youth
After school, the boxing room at Rogers Park becomes a training ground for determination and a sanctuary from the streets. [...]
City hopeful about new hires at Inglewood Police Department
The scant Inglewood Police Department has taken on 12 new officers this year and increased efforts to make the job more financially appealing. [...]
Inglewood Police Department hunts for new recruits
The understaffed Inglewood PD is searching for new recruits to fill 26 vacant positions. [...]
Inglewood Board of Education grapples with budget deficit
In early March, the Inglewood Board of Education voted to cut $7 million from next school year's budget. Now, it looks to cut even more. [...]
Three Inglewood schools ranked among the lowest-achieving in state
Crozier and Monroe middle schools and Warren Lane School were designated "persistently lowest-achieving" under state education standards. [...]
New jobs at Inglewood City Hall despite hiring freeze
Since calling for a hiring freeze in early February to help close a $10 million budget gap, the Inglewood City Council has approved the hiring of 21 new employees at a cost of nearly $2 million. [...]
Inglewood residents fear an onslaught of special elections
In June, Inglewood residents will vote for a new mayor, and that might not be the last time they cast their ballots. [...]
City of Inglewood lacks funds to donate to Haiti
Inglewood City Council members have unsuccessfully moved twice for a city-wide effort to provide relief to earthquake-stricken Haiti. [...]
Voter apathy threatens Inglewood’s special election
Low voter turnout concerns Inglewood leaders and community activists, especially in light of an upcoming special municipal election slated for June 8 to fill the empty mayoral seat. [...]
Hollywood Park racetrack faces redevelopment
Horse racing began at Hollywood Park in 1938. But after an illustrious run, the historic racetrack will most likely become offices, shops and homes.[...]
City loan program proves to be Inglewood Mayor’s downfall
Former Inglewood Mayor Roosevelt Dorn pleaded guilty to a charge of public corruption in January. But his fall from grace began with his participation in the city-run Residence Incentive Program. [...]
Meet the candidates for Inglewood mayor
Nine residents are campaigning for Inglewood's highest office. Sarah Moore gives us a look at some of the contenders for mayor. [...]
Inglewood treasurer throws hat into mayoral race
Wanda Brown has been the city treasurer in Inglewood for nearly a quarter century. Now, she is aiming for a higher position.[...]
Missing paperwork saves loan company from closure
A payday advance business operating in Inglewood for nearly a decade without a permit faced closure – until the city couldn't find its own copy of the business license. [...]
The rise and fall of former Inglewood Mayor Roosevelt Dorn
Known as Mayor to his community, Reverend to his congregation and Judge to the youth who came before him in court, Roosevelt Dorn was a fixture in Inglewood civic life. [...]
Inglewood city administrator takes the lead
Since the departure of Mayor Roosevelt Dorn in January, Tim Wanamaker has served as the face and figurehead of Inglewood. [...]