Author: Emilie St. John

During the global COVID-19 pandemic cities had to grapple with balancing the public health crisis while staying business friendly when possible. As most cities pivoted to provide al-fresco dining options for restaurants, Whittier created their own outdoor dining in Uptown which was made a part of the Greenleaf Promenade plan by the council last year. Whittier is planning to invest $20 million into The Greenleaf Promenade project which will include updating utilities such as water meters and more, according to the Whittier Daily News. The Greenleaf Promenade stretches along three blocks of Greenleaf Avenue, from Hadley Street to Wardman Street. The…

Bobbi Althoff hosted a game night in LA to celebrate the launch of the brand-new party game, Fork Milk Kidnap. Nicole Pajer, Bobbi Althoff Bobbi Althoff is a comedian and host of the incredibly viral podcast The Really Good Podcast. Starting her career on TikTok in 2021, Althoff quickly gained massive success with over 11M followers across her social media platforms (TikTok; Instagram; Youtube). In April of 2023, she released her very first episode of The Really Good Podcast which was an instant triumph. She is now regularly at the top of the podcast charts with her interviews obtaining over…

Snoop Dogg, Death Row Records & Hill Beverage Company have announced their new CBD infused drink, Do It Fluid is now available at Total Wine’s across Southern California and available nationwide via a delivery partnership. Do It Fluid, is CBD & THC+CBD infused beverage line launched late last year and offers an alternative to traditional smoking through all-natural, high-quality ingredients that don’t sacrifice the high. “As I take the next step forward in my smoking evolution, Hill Beverage Co.’s vision for cannabis beverages was the perfect transition,” said Snoop Dogg. “What we’ve created is an all-natural and delicious alternative that…

INGLEWOOD – An Inglewood police sergeant is accused of assaulting a resident that was caught on cellphone camera. Kafshi Bennett filed a claim against the City for alleged personal injury; assault, abuse of authority that was denied on the July 11, 2023, regular city council agenda. City Attorney Ken Campos requested settlement authority in the amount of $20,000 which the council approved on April 16. According to the complaint filed on February 14, 2024, Bennett alleged that on Jan 10, 2023, he entered the Inglewood Police Department police station seeking assistance when he encountered Sergeant Bryan Hand who presented in…

INGLEWOOD – The city of Inglewood was awarded a $50,000 fellowship grant from Leland Stanford Junior University (Stanford) on behalf of its Stanford Impact Labs. The grant was awarded to the City of Inglewood for a project entitled Evidence for Policy Fellowship, under the Direction of Economic Development Manager Qiuana Williams. The grant is for a one-year program for California-based city and county governments working for social change. The program includes professional and dedicated staff support which will allow Williams the opportunity to collaborate with university-based scholars to meet impact-driven needs. The funds awarded allows the City to cover staff…

In celebration of Women’s History Month we are bringing a woman who works primarily behind the scenes, front and center to talk about all things public relations. Holly Baird, is the founder and owner of The Source PR, a Public Relations Agency committed to elevating the sophistication and quality of their client’s media footprint and mitigating reputational damage through creative narrating and strategic communication campaigns. Baird is a graduate of California State University, Fullerton, and majored in TV/Film Journalism with a minor in criminal justice but chose to go into the public relations sector despite it not being on her…

INGLEWOOD – The Inglewood Unified School District announced the closure of five schools at the end of the 2024-2025 school year. Residents protest closure of Warren Lane Elementary School. (Credit: 2UrbanGirls) The announcement was made by County Administrator Dr. James Morris during a live video address on March 20. According to Morris, the shutdown is due to a decline in enrollment. “These are not easy decisions to make,” Morris said in a statement. “The time has come to make decisions. The data tells the story and the time for action is now.” Morris cited enrollment projects through the 2029 school…

PepsiCo has announced the return of its Greenhouse Accelerator Program: Juntos Crecemos (Together We Grow) Edition – a program that focuses on driving growth for emerging Hispanic-owned CPG food and beverage businesses that are better for the planet and people by providing grants, mentorship and other invaluable resources. “We are so excited to launch year two of the program to be a catalyst of growth for emerging Hispanic-owned ventures in the food and beverage industry,” said Esperanza Teasdale, Vice President & General Manager, Hispanic Business Unit, PepsiCo Beverages North America. “Last year’s program was a reciprocal exchange of learning. Mentors provided mentees with invaluable business…

INGLEWOOD – The City has indicated crime is up significantly around the Inglewood Sports and Entertainment District (ISED) according to documents related to a Special Use Permit (SUP) application scheduled for a Public Hearing on February 7. LA-based pizza concept Social Pies is scheduled to have their application heard for approval to allow the on-site service of alcohol and beer. The Planning Commission Agenda Report takes into account the number of existing alcohol licenses issued in the immediate area and crime statistics for the subject site. “In the subject Crime Report District (CRD) No. 1-27, the crime rate increased from 26 incidents…

INGLEWOOD – A second man has died after drowning in the lake at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office has identified Mirai Shepard, 19, as the deceased. KABC7 reported, a Shepard died after drowning in the lake outside of SoFi Stadium. According to the Inglewood Police Department, officers and security officials assigned to work the event taking place at the venue Friday night, ILLENIUM: TRILOGY LOS ANGELES, saw the man walking into the lake and then swimming further in. “As he continued to swim, he went underwater and did not resurface,” the department said in…