L.A. gang tours paints better picture of gangs
Contributor | 3-11-2010 | Comments |
L.A. gang tours claims the tour is designed to be educational, promote the community and create jobs. However, many say the tour exploits the local people and some critics are calling it ghettotainment. [...]
BLOG: Income and ethnicity prove determinants in health of women
Catherine Cloutier | 3-11-2010 | Comments |
The Los Angeles County Department of Health released its Health Indicators for Women report, finding disproportionate health care issues for women of color. [...]
Derrick’s Jamaican opens a second restaurant
Christie Bertch | 3-9-2010 | Comments |
The economic slump is forcing many businesses to close, but one local restaurant is defying the trend and opening at a second location. [...]
South LA Podcast: Police Chief Charlie Beck visits USC
Timothy Werth | 3-5-2010 | Comments |
LAPD Police Chief Charlie Beck visited USC to speak about his years working in South LA, and the department's relationship with USC. [...]
Students rally against education budget cuts at Cal State Los Angeles
Amanda Herman | 3-4-2010 | Comments |
Students gather for a Day of Action on the Cal State Los Angeles campus, to protest the $283 million budget cuts to California education. [...]
Jamiel Shaw’s parents speak out on the anniversary of his tragic death.
Michelle LaRue | 3-2-2010 | Comments |
High school football star Jamiel Shaw was killed in gang crossfire two years ago. Now, his parents urge supervisors to crack down on violent illegal aliens. [...]
Thousands visit Vernon psychic’s shop
Lauren Whaley | 3-2-2010 | Comments |
Psychic José Ledesma's Esoterica is a one-stop shop for spirituality, religious supplies, health care and therapy. [...]
Crown Jewel Club teaches etiquette and manners at South LA schools
Emily Henry | 3-2-2010 | Comments |
At Trinity Elementary School in Southeast Los Angeles, a group of fifth-grade girls donning wide-brimmed hats sat down for a spot of afternoon tea. [...]
Six fitness zones designated in South LA
Catherine Cloutier | 2-27-2010 | Comments |
The Trust for Public Land installed nine pieces of exercise equipment in South LA parks, and these "fitness zones" have become very popular in the area. [...]