Recognizing the significant economic impact that Black-owned businesses contribute to California’s economy, Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D – Inglewood) today was joined by the California Legislative Black Caucus and the California Black Chamber of Commerce in recognizing Los Angeles based Restaurant Seven Nineteen as the Black Small Business of the Year. Restaurant Seven Nineteen’s owner Tyrei Lacy began his work in the culinary and entertainment industries in 2010 and quickly became known as a respected business leader across southern California. Lacy’s Game Sports Bar Restaurant & Lounge established itself as one of the most popular sports bars in Los Angeles and…
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Police in Houston, Texas, are searching for a suspect captured on video last month robbing a mother at gunpoint in her own driveway. Video released by the Houston Police Department shows a white sedan with a black rear bumper and black right front quarter panel driving on the 5500 block of Ariel Street in Houston at around 8:20 p.m. on Jan. 15. A masked male suspect can be seen running into the victim’s driveway, where she is taking her small child out of her vehicle. The suspect, armed with a handgun, demands her backpack and cell phone, and tells her…
While it might not be an official love language, our fans know a true sign of love is knowing your person’s go-to McDonald’s® order – from memorizing how your bestie takes their McCafé® coffee to knowing your bae’s McDelivery meal by heart. And no matter what’s in the order, it always tastes a little better when enjoyed together. The Cardi B & Offset Meal features the couple’s go-to orders, plus a few items to share. So in honor of the season of love, we’re serving up the first-ever celebrity duo meal with lifelong McDonald’s fans – Cardi B and Offset – that’s perfect for sharing with your…
By Michael R. Blood | California Political Review California’s U.S. Senate race is unfolding at a furious pace, with candidates reporting seven-figure fundraising and holding competing rallies and campaign events more than a year before the 2024 primary election. The fight for the safely Democratic seat held by Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who at 89 is the oldest member of Congress, is shaping up as a marquee match-up between nationally known rivals and is likely to become one of the most expensive Senate races in the country next year. https://2urbangirls.com/2023/02/is-the-inglewood-assemblywoman-making-a-play-for-a-congresswomans-seat/ On Saturday, Democratic U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff, who rose to prominence as the lead…
WASHINGTON, DC – USBC is excited to announce that ByBlack has partnered with EatOkra, an innovative new app for discovering Black-owned restaurants, to bring the best eateries in America to your fingertips. The curated list of over one thousand Black-owned restaurants in the United States is made up of hand-selected establishments that have been identified as some of the best in the country. ByBlack and EatOkra have been working together to build a stronger community, and this partnership is a key demonstration of the importance of mission-aligned partnerships in achieving common goals. In addition, both ByBlack and EatOkra are demonstrating their commitment to…
At Disney, we’re working to ensure our parks, experiences and products reflect the world around us in an honest and authentic way. We strive to celebrate diversity through music, food, attractions and experiences throughout the year. Jekalyn Carr, Melvin Crispell, III, Erica Campbell, and DOE During Black History Month in February, the Disney Parks Blog will celebrate Black stories and highlight special experiences at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. Today, I’m happy to share how you can honor Black heritage and culture at the Disneyland Resort during Black History Month and beyond! Throughout the year, you can enjoy Celebrate Soulfully experiences including, the…
The Atlanta Police Department this week released four body-camera videos in the shooting death of Manuel Esteban Paez Teran, a protester who went by the name Tortuguita. The shooting took place on Jan. 18, as police were clearing protesters from the woods at the site of the future City of Atlanta Public Safety Training Center. The $90 million training facility, known as “Cop City” among critics, will cover about 85 acres of the Atlanta’s South River Forest, including a mock city for training. The facility is opposed by a combination of climate activists seeking to protect the Atlanta Forest and…
It would include a Class IV cycle-track By: Steven Sharp | Urbanize LA Broadway Our Way – Community members shared their ideas for programming the underutilized medians along South Broadway. This potential aspect of the Broadway South project would widen the existing medians to create a green linear park space with pedestrian paths punctuated with cultural and recreational amenities. (Courtesy City of Los Angeles) A nearly decade-old plan to remake the namesake corridors of the Broadway-Manchester neighborhood is showing signs of life. https://2urbangirls.com/2018/02/letter-to-the-editor-community-has-zero-input-on-manchester-vermont-redevelopment/ This month, a notice of exemption issued by the California Natural Resources Agency and City of Los Angeles provided…
The future home of the L.A. Clippers should be ready for the 2024-25 NBA season Hunter Kerhart Architectural Photography By: Steven Sharp | Urbanize LA A half-year after we last flew by, the future home of the Los Angeles Clippers continues to take shape in Inglewood. Work is now underway on the rooftop canopy and glass exterior of Intuit Dome, the $1.2-billion arena now taking shape at the southeast corner of Prairie Avenue and Century Boulevard. The 18,000-seat arena, the centerpiece of a larger 28-acre development, is named as part of a 23-year naming rights agreement with TurboTax and Credit Karma maker Intuit, Inc. Other…
ENCINO, Calif. – A police pursuit ended when the suspect crashed into two homes, according to authorities. CHP was pursuing a dark-colored Ford SUV around 2:00 a.m. The suspect failed to pull over so CHP continued to follow the driver on surface streets. The driver then lost control of the car and crashed through the corner of one home, and up against a second home in the 17000 block of Burbank Blvd. The driver was transported to a local hospital in an unknown condition.