July 2009 Archives
Moves to cut services rather than hike taxes work their way to the grassroots, where everyday folks are expressing irritation.
A local hair salon looks to boost business and job seekers' chances by offering discounts to the unemployed.
Drawing on Skid Row experience keeps him cool during a financial meltdown — and the next thing he knows his tax bill is all squared away.
Filipino-American Jonart Joven is putting his hopes on a third career to get ahead in rough times.
It just so happens that there is a larger stage that needs exactly the sort of talent that Villaraigosa possesses.
Carib Press talks to Caribbean business owners to find out their strategies for weathering the economic storm.
Member organizations want to ensure that minority-owned firms and small businesses in general don't get squeezed out of lineup or disqualified over cash-flow problems wrought by slow payments.
Los Angeles Street in Downtown L.A.'s Fashion District has long been a center of immigrant entrepreneurs and sales people selling everything from fine Italian tailoring to flashy duds. But the economic downturn has hit the neighborhood hard and the businesses stand at the brink of fading away.
The play she wrote based on a book called 'Crowns' helps explain the lives of African-American women through the pomp and plumage of their headwear.
Institution founded in wake of 1965 'rebellion' runs out of options as a $67,000 shortfall makes the difference.
Chef Cecilia de Castro is a kitchen sage who has been a key member of Wolfgang Puck's team for 30 years.
Cop says merchant should know better than to offer a bribe after 10 years in L.A. from his native Senegal.
Aguilar is a 6-foot, 10-inch 'tweener' looking to land a spot on the biggest stage in the game.
Villaraigosa doubles program, credits 7 p.m.-to-12 midnight activities for decreases in gang crimes.
A tense moment in the stands passes as the game carries on in its historic role as a keystone of community.
He's at it again — taking first steps toward getting squared away with Penn and obtaining the degree that slipped away in a cloud of crack years ago.
The latest of the periodic gatherings brings updates on programs, policies and cases. Bratton takes opportunity to tout survey showing agency's high scores with African-Americans and Latinos.
Latest effort follows last year's win on vets' benefits for service during WWII.
Filipino-Americans join protests as Schwarzenegger insists on reductions in programs and services over tax hikes to close $26 billion gap.
Latinos joined the mourners at Jackson's funeral, offering evidence of the star's appeal across ethnic communities.
Leaders counsel patience with Department of Veterans Affairs, but some recipients-in-waiting say time is running out for the old soldiers.
Part 4 of a series examining the impact of Hispanic immigration on inner-city communities.
The sport has lost a lot of its standing with African Americans in recent years, but Dodger second baseman Orlando Hudson looks for a comeback.
Times are tough in farm country, too, but festival brings some relief by providing cultural link for immigrants.
Truman sent the military charging ahead on desegregation — Obama should do the same on ending "Don't Ask Don't Tell."
Tough economy leads to effort to finish what he started at Penn many years ago.
Thousands of field hands take a day for Guelaguetza festival in Santa Maria — a celebration of their cultural heritage that comes with scholarships for another path.
Jackson memorial features ranges from a child's grief to a fellow child star's humor — with plenty of music in the mix.
A wave of Baby Boomers are nearing retirement and the Medicare system, including the added troubles that come with extra weight.
Healthcare professionals and elected officials urge community to organize to fight cutbacks to publicly subsidized programs, which are expected to hit Latino population hardest of all.
Exhibit at consulate brings works from Baja Peninsula to the city as part of larger campaign to emphasize Mexican culture in the city.
80 youngsters from local Boys and Girls Clubs join celebrities for an open discussion about the issues surrounding father-daughter relationships.
Moles la Tía Restaurant from East Los Angeles competed against the best Oaxacan restaurants in the area.
Games bring family atmosphere to neighborhood, sense of responsibility for players.
His mother's dementia has taken control of her life — a turn that sounds familiar as he reclaims control over his.
Fawuzi Massa says love and peace will make friends anywhere — and up-to-date merchandise will keep them as customers.
Youngsters get to know themselves and their potential — and remember a fallen colleague.
Open competition reaches beyond comedy to include all film genres, including horror, drama, and science fiction.
Obama's plan sounds good to him. Part 3 of a series examining the impact of Hispanic immigration on inner-city communities.
Tears and fond memories of pop star's influence stretch from Los Angeles to Manila.
"DG Fight Night ll" is a one of a kind sporting event. It gives the athletes a chance to show the community the positive results of dedication and training.
Lagmay recalls her mother, who worked in a 'sweatshop,' after Mayor Villaraigosa tells API Leaders Group of her promotion.
LA Beez joins New America Media and its ethnic media partners in calling for reform to the nation's immigration policy in this editorial, published by news outlets across the country to bring attention to the urgency of the issue.
Business has picked up since Severiano Morales arrived, offering a reminder that ambition and opportunity still live in Los Angeles.
He goes back to Leimert Park homestead with the lessons learned in Skid Row guiding efforts to take care of self and others.
Extra push for bill that would require state to issue IDs to inmates upon release with goal of helping transition to life on the outside.
The students say they'll get plenty of use from the $500 grants from CIEAC.
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