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

June 10, 2026

9th District runoff could bring political shift

By Stephen Oduntan Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES — The race to represent the 9th City Council is headed toward a…

June 10, 2026

Mayoral showdown: Bass vs. Raman

From City News Service LOS ANGELES — Incumbent Karen Bass and City Councilwoman Nithya Raman launched their respective campaigns for…

June 10, 2026

Longtime L.A. activist celebrates 103th birthday

Wave Staff Report LOS ANGELES — She has witnessed nearly every major chapter of modern American history. She lived through…

June 10, 2026

STREET BEAT: ‘Is the World Cup important to you?’

Jaen Delgado Culver City “Yes. I’ve been watching it since I was a kid. It’s watched worldwide and I’m looking…

June 10, 2026

Graduation party held for senior banned from school event

Wave Staff Report LEIMERT PARK — It was standing room only in the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center June 3…

June 10, 2026

THE HUTCHINSON REPORT: Bass will be reelected, but she faces many challenges

By Earl Ofari Hutchinson Contributing Columnist The two top contenders trying to oust Mayor Karen Bass from City Hall have…

June 10, 2026

Actor Keith David receives star on Walk of Fame

Wave Wire Services HOLLYWOOD — A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was unveiled June 4 honoring actor Keith…

June 10, 2026

BEST OF TASTY CLIPS: Remembering Peabo Bryson’s songs of love and hope

By Bill Vaughan Entertainment Writer The world was stunned with the recent death of PEABO BRYSON from a sudden stroke…

News

Nation / State

Wave StaffJune 9, 2026
375

Becerra continues to lead in race for governor

Wave Wire Services LOS ANGELES — Democrat Xavier Becerra has advanced to the November runoff in the state’s race for…
Read More »
Nation / State

Wave StaffJune 9, 2026
377

Obama’s new museum is political and personal

By Sophia Tareen Contributing Writer CHICAGO (AP) — Former President Barack Obama’s influence in his presidential museum runs deep, from…
Read More »
Nation / State

Wave StaffJune 9, 2026
397

National redistricting battle now turning to state and local races

By DAVID A. LIEB Contributing Writer WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) – After a blitz of congressional redistricting ahead of the midterm…
Read More »

Politics

Nation / State

Wave StaffMarch 23, 2026
3,045

States seeking to unmask ICE agents – and their own police

By DAVID A. LIEB Associated Press SACRAMENTO — Proposals to prohibit federal immigration agents from masking their faces have gained new life in states – thanks in part to a court ruling that blocked the…
Read More »
July 17, 2025

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

Entertainment

Entertainment
Actor Keith David receives star on Walk of Fame

Wave ProductionJune 10, 2026
199
June 10, 2026

BEST OF TASTY CLIPS: Remembering Peabo Bryson’s songs of love and hope
June 8, 2026

Trump’s Education Dept. backs away from addressing civil rights for Blacks
June 8, 2026

‘Scary Movie 6’ dominates weekend with $55 million at box office
June 7, 2026

‘Scary Movie 6’ brings back the Wayans and company
June 5, 2026

Theater hosts Marilyn Monroe’s centennial celebration
June 4, 2026

R&B singer Peabo Bryson dies after suffering stroke

Sports

Sports

Wave StaffJune 9, 2026
383

Serena Williams triumphant in opening match at Queen’s Club

By MATTIAS KAREN Contributing Writer LONDON (AP) — After nearly four years away from professional tennis, Serena Williams made a…
Read More »
Sports

Wave StaffJune 7, 2026
657

Ten years after his death, Ali still seen as ‘The Greatest’

By Dylan Lovan Contributing Writer LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Muhammad Ali’s legacy extends beyond his stinging right jab, world titles…
Read More »
Sports

Wave StaffJune 7, 2026
624

Garrett sees trade to Rams as path to postseason success

By Dan Greenspan Contributing Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Short of winning the Super Bowl, Myles Garrett did almost everything…
Read More »