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Judge in West Adams cleans graffiti every night for safety

In many large cities, graffiti poses as a major problem for law enforcement and people hired to clean it up. But, one man – armed with a can of spray paint - doesn’t mind the challenge. [...]

Judge denies bail reduction for ex Miramonte teacher

Judge says no to reducing bail for Mark Berndt. Date is set for his next court hearing. [...]

South LA councilman urges respect for legal process in Trayvon Martin case

City Councilman Bernard Parks urges patience in the service by L.A. Baptist leaders to commemorate the one-month anniversary of the shooting death of Trayvon Martin in Florida. [...]

Uncertain future for CRA projects in South LA

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. [...]

New Expo line to finally open to public

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. [...]

Trayvon Martin’s death: the psychological impact on America’s minority communities

A professor of American Studies & Ethnicity at USC says the shooting, along with similar tragedies, is detrimental to America's minority communities. [...]

Pet overpopulation in South LA raises questions about animal safety

If you’re a hungry cat searching for a late night snack in South Los Angeles, there’s no better place than Dina Cabrera’s backyard grill offering beef, chicken, and fish served on a silver platter – literally. [...]

In pursuit of “good hair”

African American women face time-consuming and expensive challenges when choosing how to style their hair. Ariele Pratt takes a look at the ups and downs of the slew of options. [...]

South LA town hall focuses on excessive force in Sheriff’s Department

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. [...]

Opinion: Etiquette’s surprising historical facts

Etiquette instructor Demita Usher addresses the uniquely intertwined history of manners, race, and economic status. [...]

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