Descendants of syphilis experiment at Tuskegee caution using study as reason not to get COVID vaccine
Descendants of the infamous syphilis experiment at Tuskegee are encouraging Black people to get the vaccine despite many Black people citing the experiment as a reason why they do not trust doctors or the vaccine.
Longtime Black employee sues Lindora, claims she was called 'Cardi B'
A Black woman is suing the weight loss and wellness clinic chain Lindora LLC, alleging her management job was eliminated in 2020 because of her race and due to her complaints about her work environment, which she says included being called "Cardi B."
LAUSD superintendent: Schools must be part of solution to fight racism
With the conviction of a former Minneapolis officer in the death of George Floyd, the Los Angeles Unified School District superintendent said schools "must be part of the solution'' in the effort to eliminate systemic racism in the nation.
LA County supervisors vote to return Bruce's Beach to owners' descendants
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is set to vote Tuesday on whether to return a scenic and valuable parcel of Manhattan Beach land to the descendants of a Black couple who once operated a beach resort there.
Oakland Technical High senior to be school's first Black male valedictorian
When 18-year-old Ahmed Muhammad graduates from Oakland Technical High School next month, he will make history by becoming the school’s first Black male to be named valedictorian.
Journalism groups demand end to media arrests while covering protests
A coalition of journalism groups sent a letter to Los Angeles law enforcement agencies and government leaders Tuesday, demanding that media be given appropriate access to cover public protests and not be arrested while working in areas where dispersal orders have been issued.
Los Angeles Angels hold youth clinic on Jackie Robinson Day
The Angels will be holding a JR42 Clinic on Thursday to give kids in our community a chance to return to outdoor activities.
Tom Hanks’ son being sued for $1 million by his ex-girlfriend following alleged assault
Actor Tom Hanks' son, Chet Hanks, is being sued for $1 million by his ex-girlfriend for an alleged assault.
Disney makes dress code more ‘inclusive’ for theme park employees
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro announced that the company’s theme parks have added inclusion as one of their core values.
Kenosha PD: Officer who shot Blake back from administrative leave
Sheskey's leave ended March 31. He was cleared of wrongdoing in the incident by the Kenosha County District Attorney's Office in January.
Minnesota sports events postponed after Daunte Wright fatally shot by police
Monday's Minnesota Twins game against the Boston Red Sox has been postponed after Daunte Wright was fatally shot by police in Brooklyn Center Sunday afternoon.
Daunte Wright shooting: How does an officer use a gun instead of a Taser?
How does an officer use a gun instead of a Taser? Experts agree this is a real but very rare occurrence that probably happens less than once a year nationwide.
Community leaders, law enforcement urging Angelenos demanding justice to protest peacefully
Community leaders and law enforcement chiefs across LA are urging residents who plan to protest in the wake of tensions in Minnesota to do it peacefully.
Los Angeles Controller releases map highlighting neighborhood vaccination disparity
A map released by Los Angeles Controller Ron Galperin on April 8 revealed the South Los Angeles neighborhoods of Vermont Vista and University Park have the lowest percentage of vaccinated residents in the county.
CDC director declares racism a ‘serious public health threat’ impacting millions of Americans
On Thursday, Dr. Rochelle Walensky, the director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, declared racism a “serious public health threat."
United training 5,000 pilots by 2030, half being women, people of color
At least half of the applicants accepted to United's new flight school will be women or people of color, and no prior flight experience is needed.
Steph Curry sports sneakers to show support for Asian-American community
Steph Curry worked with the Bruce Lee Foundation after last month's spa shooting and together, created hand-painted shoes depicting the martial arts icon.
Stop Asian Hate: GDLA hosts special on combating crimes against Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders
On Friday, Good Day LA hosted an hour-long special dedicated to the personal stories and important discussions surrounding combating Asian American hate hosted by Michaela Pereira and Sandra Endo.
‘We feel grief and anger’: BTS condemns anti-Asian racism, says they’ve experienced it themselves
BTS is one of the first South Korean bands to openly condemn anti-Asian racism and says they've experienced it themselves.
'Captain Underpants' book pulled for 'passive racism'
The wildly popular “Captain Underpants” series is being pulled from library and book store shelves after its publisher said it “perpetuates passive racism.”