The Fight to Mandate Ethnic Studies
In many California school districts, history curricula has narrated American History from a colonialist and imperialist perspective. Students of color have opened history books that haven’t been inclusive of the full identities and hard-work of their predecessors. Critics and reformists see a need for significant change in many school districts.
"The Big One" is Coming to California
Since January, L.A. has experienced three earthquakes that were 4.0 and above on the Richter scale. They serve as a constant reminder that a natural disaster can happen at any time — specifically, a major earthquake widely referred to as "The Big One." Here's what you need to know and how to be prepared.
Mentalism and Magic Hit The Broad Stage
Live interactive experience with renowned mentalist, illusionist Scott Silven provided by The Broad Stage.
A Socially Distanced Halloween
Freeform’s “31 Nights of Halloween” is a month-long event on the network’s channel, showcasing Halloween-themed movies during the entire month of October. This year the channel also hosted their first-ever drive-through event, “Halloween Road,” in Pasadena, which ran from Oct. 2-5.
A Vote Made Possible by Martyrs
On May 7, 1955, a middle-aged Black preacher was shot and killed in his car in Mississippi.
George W. Lee was an African-American born into extreme poverty in Edwards, Mississippi. The child of an abusive father and a plantation worker mother, Lee was likely destined for the same future as many young Black men in his region as a poor agricultural worker.
Local Music Venues Struggle Amidst Pandemic
Marquees glow at night with "We Hope to See You Soon!" messages, and sidewalks that were formerly cluttered with lines stretching down the street remain empty. Los Angeles' live music venues are at the heart of the city's culture and entertainment, and for the first time, seats are empty.
Why Community College Should be the First Choice During the Pandemic
If committing to college was not hard enough already, the wake of COVID-19 has many students second-guessing whether or not to attend a four-year university.