Los Angeles Wave Newspaper Group – News from communities around Los Angeles

February 5, 2026

Homeless advocate, social media creator Shirley Raines dies

Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Homeless advocates and communities across Los Angeles continue to mourn the death of Shirley…

February 5, 2026

African American Chamber of Commerce shows growing clout

By Antonio‌ ‌Ray‌ ‌Harvey‌ Contributing Writer SACRAMENTO — In step with its commitment to drive economic growth, equity, and wealth…

February 5, 2026

Lawsuit abuse makes it hard for our communities to thrive

By Mac Shorty Guest Columnist Los Angeles is a city built on resilience, creativity and community. In places like Watts,…

February 5, 2026

THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: Federal agents won’t be unmasked here or anywhere else

By Earl Ofari Hutchinson Contributing Columnist Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell was emphatic at a news conference days before…

February 5, 2026

Bass speech highlights global sports events in L.A.

Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Mayor Karen Bass delivered a State of the City Address Feb. 2 focused on…

February 5, 2026

NEWS ANALYSIS: Candidate hoping 9th District will stay Black

By Erin Aubry Kaplan Contributing Writer SOUTH LOS ANGELES — When Chris Martin was in high school in the early…

February 5, 2026

Isley Brothers receive star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Wave Wire Services HOLLYWOOD — A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was unveiled Jan. 28 honoring the Isley…

February 5, 2026

County extends eviction threshold to two months

Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — The county Board of Supervisors directed its attorneys to draft an ordinance Feb. 3…

News

Nation / State

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African American Chamber of Commerce shows growing clout

By Antonio‌ ‌Ray‌ ‌Harvey‌ Contributing Writer SACRAMENTO — In step with its commitment to drive economic growth, equity, and wealth…
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Nation / State

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Resistance grows as immigration enforcement escalates

By Selen Ozturk Contributing Writer SAN FRANCISCO — While immigration enforcement campaigns intensify nationwide, resistance is growing on both legal…
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Nation / State

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Lawmaker holds rally challenging ICE on shootings

By Bo Tefu Contributing Writer SACRAMENTO — Assemblyman Mike Gipson, D-Gardena, led a “Rallying for Justice” demonstration in Sacramento Jan.…
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Politics

Community

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Handcuffed at briefing, Padilla presses for visible ID in immigration enforcement

LOS ANGELES — One month after being handcuffed at a Department of Homeland Security press conference, U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla has introduced a new immigration enforcement transparency bill. The Democratic U.S. senator, one of two…
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June 19, 2025

California senator handcuffed at L.A. press event shares firsthand account
May 28, 2025

California lawmakers hear from NAACP, AKAs, Black women’s groups on reparations, voting rights and more
January 14, 2025

California Respects the Power of Your Vote
November 4, 2024

Can energy from Chicago propel Kamala Harris to the presidency?
April 25, 2024

GOP Latina or a Transgender Democrat?
April 11, 2024

That Was Then and This Is Now
April 11, 2024

The Steve Garvey Effect

Entertainment

Entertainment
Isley Brothers receive star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

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February 5, 2026

Festival to showcase 100-plus films, visual artists
February 5, 2026

BEST OF TASTY CLIPS: From sideman to superstar, Ray Parker Jr. gets the call
January 28, 2026

MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Mercy’ is long on AI, short on everything else
January 28, 2026

‘Sinners’ sets record with 16 Academy Award nominations
January 28, 2026

BEST OF TASTY CLIPS: Carl Weathers’ journey from ‘Rocky’ to the Walk of Fame
January 28, 2026

New studio campus opens in downtown Arts District

Sports

South Los Angeles

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Officials reveal competition schedule for 2028 Olympics

Mayor Karen Bass signs an executive directive last month streamlining processes to support the delivery of her vision for the…
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Community

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Dodgers fans crowd downtown to celebrate World Series

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts hold the Commissioner’s Trophy during the Dodgers victory parade Nov. 3 through downtown. The…
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Sports

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Dodgers celebrate World Series win with their fans

Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Tens of thousands of Dodger fans packed onto downtown sidewalks Nov. 1 — some…
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