By Nicole Nixon | Sacramento Bee Gov. Gavin Newsom ordered state agencies to begin sweeping homeless encampments on public property, using newfound authority after the U.S. Supreme Court’s OK last month. In an executive order issued Thursday morning, the governor directs agencies to remove encampments that pose a risk to “life, health and safety.” “This executive order directs state agencies to move urgently to address dangerous encampments while supporting and assisting the individuals living in them — and provides guidance for cities and counties to do the same,” Newsom said in a statement. “The state has been hard at work…
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INGLEWOOD – The City of Inglewood has announced they selected Elevate Inglewood Partners (“EIP”), a public-private partnership consortium comprised of Plenary Americas US Holdings, Inc. (equity member), Tutor Perini Corporation (lead contractor), Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) (lead designer), Woojin Industrial System Co., Ltd. (automated transit system operator and supplier) and Alternate Concepts, Inc. (lead operations and maintenance contractor) as the Best Value Proposer to construct the Inglewood Transit Connector that will displace dozens of long-time Inglewood businesses. Inglewood business owners speak out against displacement The ITC Project includes design, construction, financing, operation, and maintenance of a 1.6-mile automated people mover…
The Pepsi National Battle of the Bands (NBOTB) proudly welcomes Walmart as its new official sponsor. This partnership highlights Walmart’s commitment to investing in the future of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and the broader African American community. The NBOTB is renowned for celebrating the rich culture and legacy of HBCU marching bands, providing a platform for amplifying the talents of extraordinary student musicians and developing future leaders. As part of its sponsorship, Walmart will enhance the NBOTB experience through various initiatives to support the community and foster growth and development. 2024 Pepsi National Battle of the Bands “Partnering…
A proposal to make landlords’ tax breaks contingent on rent limits has drawn industry pushback, progressive applause and some alternative approaches. By Talmon Joseph Smith | NY Times When the Biden administration laid out a suite of plans this week to address housing affordability, it added a bold update to previous proposals — and sent the housing industry and the economics world buzzing. The White House called on Congress to pass legislation giving “corporate landlords” — defined by the White House as those with over 50 rental units — a choice to cap annual rent increases on existing units at 5 percent annually…
WASHINGTON – CBS and Jezebel reported on new DLCC research highlighting the deadly consequences of Republican abortion bans around an already pressing epidemic: Black maternal mortality rates. Black pregnant mothers and babies in the U.S. die at the highest rates across all racial demographics. And the disparities are alarming: Black women are three times more likely to die from a pregnancy-related cause than white women. The majority of Black Americans live in states that ban abortions, so they face the compounding impacts of medical racism and deadly abortion bans. Studies show that racial inequities in infant mortality are most severe…
By Zariah Walker In California, getting caught stealing a $5 box of cereal equates to a misdemeanor that is punishable by a maximum of three years probation, up to six months in jail and a maximum fine of $1000. If a person cannot afford a $5 box of cereal to feed their children or themselves, how are they supposed to afford a $1000 fine, as well as missing 6 months of work from a job that doesn’t pay enough for them to buy a $5 box of cereal? The punishment for petty theft can be disproportionate to the crime itself…
By Salvador Hernandez A 70-year-old man sporting a fake badge and driving a white sedan equipped with emergency lights was arrested Thursday after he allegedly pulled over unsuspecting drivers in Riverside County, officials said. Witnesses reported that a man driving a white Ford Crown Victoria was conducting traffic stops Thursday in Canyon Lake, near Lake Elsinore, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department said in a statement. The man reportedly flashed a badge with the words “agent” and “California,” officials added. Authorities did not say why the man was pulling people over. Deputies located the Crown Victoria in question Thursday and arrested Steven…
By Grace Toohey Now searching for a new owner: Downtown Los Angeles high-rise rich in colorful anecdotes from its history, albeit most quite haunting. Offers units overlooking Skid Row, many stubbornly vacant. Best known for the Netflix series about the dead body found in a water tank on its roof. The building is the infamous Cecil Hotel, which was transformed in recent years into a privately funded supportive-housing complex for the formerly homeless. A new owner wouldn’t technically acquire the property at 640 S. Main Street but would instead take over the 99-year ground lease, which allows its long-term use…
By Ashley Ahn Name-checked by Nipsey Hussle and other rappers — “This is how we ball … Slauson Mall” — the hulking green warehouse-like building is a place to get a suit and tie, 7-inch platform shoes, wigs, bejeweled tooth decorations or a custom R.I.P. shirt to commemorate a deceased loved one. It’s often called a swap meet, but the stalls are like small stores, with permanent walls and shelves, where a customer can not only dress and accessorize head to toe but also get a manicure and a tattoo, haggling over prices to get a good deal. The food court…
By Alexis Wince Picture this: Scrolling through the park and listening to African-inspired music, witnessing the colorful murals on every corner, and the smell of soul food in the air; this is a typical weekend in Leimert Park, now facing challenges. In recent years, the landscape of Leimert Park has undergone drastic changes marked by a surge in property values and new neighborhood developments. However, these changes have come at a cost as black business owners and residents find themselves increasingly displaced as they can not keep pace with the rising expenses. As this issue escalates, there is a genuine…