Author: Emilie St. John

INGLEWOOD – The nomination period for candidates for the Inglewood City Council and school board began July 14. The deadline for filing papers is Aug. 7 at 5:00 p.m. Inglewood residents interested in running for office will need to make an appointment with the City Clerk’s office to schedule an appointment to receive, turn in and inquire about deadlines to be an official candidate on the November 3 ballot. Potential candidates are required to gather forty (40) qualified signatures by voters registered in the city of Inglewood. Candidates must be over the age of 18, a registered voter in Inglewood…

Selecting the right storage expansion for your modern gadgets is more complex than simply picking the largest capacity available at the lowest price. High-speed devices require data transfer capabilities to function correctly without lagging or crashing. This article highlights the most frequent errors shoppers make when navigating the technical specifications of memory cards, so you can make a smart purchase. 1. Ignoring the Minimum Sustained Write Speed Ratings One of the blunders is looking only at the maximum read speed while ignoring the video speed class or UHS speed class ratings. High-definition recording requires a card that can maintain a…

Water sports have changed dramatically over the past two decades. Paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing, surfski racing, foiling, and open-water training have grown in popularity worldwide — bringing new conversations about safety, comfort, and performance gear. Among the equipment that has evolved the most is the life jacket, often called a Personal Flotation Device (PFD). Once bulky and restrictive, modern designs now focus on mobility, breathability, and usability. Brands like Vaikobi have helped shape this shift by approaching flotation gear from an athlete’s perspective rather than a purely safety-first mindset. This article explores Vaikobi Life Jackets in a broader context — what makes…

When you look for sustainable wine, you are searching for producers who prioritise soil health and labour practices. This movement results in a higher quality product because the vines are more resilient and the fruit is more expressive of its natural environment. This article explores the indicators of true sustainability and how you can differentiate genuine environmental stewards from marketing tactics. Looking for Recognised Environmental Certifications Many regions have established rigors programmes that audit vineyards based on their water usage, waste management, and reduction of synthetic chemicals. When you see a certified organic seal, it serves as a guarantee that…

TORRANCE – The city of Torrance announced it will begin performing background checks on city council members and city commissioners. The fingerprinting doesn’t apply to current elected officials and commissioners. According to the Daily Breeze, the matter was discussed during its May 5 city council meeting. Torrance Assistant City Attorney Tatia Strader said anyone currently holding a position could not legally be required to undergo fingerprinting, nor could they be disbanded if a criminal record was revealed, so the new requirement would only apply to prospective commissioners and council members. “There may be some limitations on people who are already…

COMPTON – Compton Councilman Andre Spicer took to social media to share his thoughts on the city council’s decision to place its city manager on administrative leave. Spicer’s comments follow the April 7 city council meeting where the city council voted 3-0 to place Willie Hopkins on leave pending an investigation. Mayor Emma Sharif did not provide a reason for the leave, but did release a statement stating the “decision wasn’t made lightly”. Sharif and Spicer are both running for mayor in the June 2 election.

COMPTON – The Compton City Council voted 3-0 to place its city manager on administrative leave on April 7. Compton Mayor Emma Sharif announced that City Manager Willie Hopkins was placed on leave at the close of the regular city council meeting. “The city manager has now been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation,” said Sharif. Councilmembers Diedra Duhart and Andre Spicer did not vote. Hopkins was appointed to the position in late 2023 after serving in the same role in Barstow. Following the City Council’s decision, Sharif issued a statement to her social media account. “Because this is…

INGLEWOOD – The union representing thousands of hospitality workers at SoFi Stadium is threatening to strike at the 2026 FIFA World Cup games if federal officers are present. Unite Here 11 represents 2,000 employees who outlined three key demands to FIFA and stadium owner Kroenke Sports & Entertainment. They want a public guarantee that ICE and U.S. Border Patrol will have no role in the event, protections for union jobs and working conditions, and support for affordable housing for hospitality workers. “FIFA and its corporate sponsors will pocket billions from ​Los Angeles while refusing to even acknowledge the cooks, servers,…

Billionaires Steve Ballmer and Stan Kroenke are fighting back against Inglewood Mayor James Butts and his campaign donor WOW Media to stop the over proliferation of digital billboards in the City. Mayor Butts and WOW Media erected digital billboards in the public right-of-way and are using them to launch an ad campaign attacking the owners of the Intuit Dome and SoFi Stadium. Inglewood does not have any campaign finance limits that will allow competing interests to pump millions of dollars into the upcoming November 6 election with Butts seeking a fifth term in office. The INGLEWOOD NOT FOR SALE campaign…

INGLEWOOD – Bryan Bostic plead for his life during an alleged routine traffic stop in Inglewood on Mar. 10. The explosive claims were made by a lawyer representing Bostic’s family in a press conference held outside of Inglewood City Hall on April 6. https://www.instagram.com/2urbangirls/reel/DWzW7PnkrVw/ Inglewood Mayor James Butts and the City’s police chief Mark Fronterotta have not provided either the family or the public a reason for why Bostic was pulled over in the 400 block of E. Hillcrest Blvd. at 9:30 p.m. Moreover, Bostic was pronounced deceased by Inglewood officers at 10:15 p.m., according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office. The…