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December 4, 2014

The Other Shoe Drops Another Police Officer Walks as President Announces Police Reform By Veronica Mackey

resident Barack Obama is asking Congress for $263 million to change the way community policing is done, in the wake of recent widespread racial tension and violence in Ferguson, MO. The shooting death of unarmed 18-yearold Michael Brown by a white police officer, and the officer’s acquittal by

a grand jury last week is symptomatic of what goes on in communities of color nationwide, Obama said. The president wants funding to buy 50,000 body cameras to record events like Brown’s shooting death and support for programs that will build greater trust, accountability and transparency of police. Police, clergy, civil rights

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Left: NYPD Officer Daniel Pantaleo placed Eric Garner in a chokehold, prior to his death. Right: protesters held a “die-in” at Grand Central Terminal. sor of Criminology Laurie Police maintained that Robinson. Garner’s weight was a facObama’s executive orders tor in his respiratory condifor police reform came just tion. two days before another A round of protests broke controversial grand jury de- out shortly after the decicision involving the killing sion. There was a massive of an unarmed black man by standoff between police a white policeman. and protestors and several leaders, and activists met On Wednesday, a New arrests made at 47th and with Obama at the White York City grand jury de- 6th Avenue. Demonstrators House to weigh in on racial clined to indict NYPD blocked the streets of Times profiling, abusive policing Officer Daniel Pantaleo, Square and held a “die-in” and the militarized tactics for the death of Eric Gar- at Grand Central Termithat put citizens at odds with ner, despite a video show- nal among other spontanethose sworn to protect them. ing Garner being placed in a ous events around the city. The president also announced chokehold by Pantaleo and Protesters laid down on the the creation of a task force to yelling “I can’t breathe!” ground, which is a gesture this end, co-chaired by Phila- and a medical examiner rul- symbolic of people dying in delphia Police Commissioner ing Garner’s death a homi- the street. Brown lay in the Charles Ramsey and George cide, caused in part by the street four-and-a-half hours (Continued on page 5) Mason University Profes- chokehold.

Class for Credit?

By Thomas Bunn

came across some shocking data that stated, according to the California Department of Education, last year less than 29% of our district’s seniors graduated eligible for entrance into a UC or CSU school although 97% of our students graduated. Not only does this speak to UC and CSU enrollment policies, it also shows these (Continued on page 2)

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Black Friday Interrupted By Veronica Mackey

lack Friday backlash, combined with civil unrest in Ferguson, MO and other cities nationwide, created a firestorm of protests during Thanksgiving. In a nod to the Occupy Movement, thousands of workers showed up at retailers hoping to give Black Friday a black eye. Growing resentment over the economic gap, and disapproval of retailers turning the family-oriented Thanksgiving Day into a cash cow prompted economic boycotts nationwide. And with the ready-made audience of Black Friday shoppers,

protestors marched boldly through malls, chanting and holding signs, announcing the acquittal of Ferguson Police Officer Darren Wilson..

Ferguson Won’t Rest The annual busiest shopping day of the year came on the heels of widespread violence when Wilson escaped grand jury indictment for shooting unarmed black teen Michael Brown. Angry crowds reacted to the verdict with lootings, fires, and gunshots, which were answered by police teargas. (Continued on page 11)

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A Miscarriage of Justice: Fergusen’s Worst Nightmare By Barbara Hobbs

n truth, whenever there is a miscarriage of justice wherein a white cop gets to go Scot-free after having shot to death an unarmed black male, there is bound to be some civil unrest. To illustrate, when Prosecutor Bob McCulloch sarcastically read the not guilty verdict for Police Officer Darren Wilson, that in itself catapulted one of the worst riots in the country. Based on observations according to CNN, there were some flaws in the grand jury’s findings that caused Wilson to get off the hook after having shot to death Michael Brown, an unarmed black male teen. According to McCulloch, the witnesses contradicted their testimonies. Initially, some witnesses allegedly said that Brown was shot in the back; others said that Brown was shot in the front; some said that Brown had his hands up; some said that he had his hands down. Even though the witnesses’ testimonies may have been contradictory, the autopsy produced sufficient evidence that would have found probable cause for Wilson to be found guilty of committing murder. As an example, the autopsy found that Wilson had shot Brown 12 times in the front. That itself was enough evidence for the grand jury to find probable cause for finding Wilson guilty at least for manslaughter. That being said, no wonder the protesters’ organic anger spilled over, after hearing a not guilty verdict. Their anger was vented by burning buildings and, according to CNN, shooting their guns in the air like folks do on New Year’s Eve; and vandalizing cars, which

Barbara Hobbs were not very clever. Yet, these types of violent incidents happen whenever a miscarriage of justice rears its ugly head. When four LAPD officers were exonerated after having beaten the late Rodney King half to death, LA rioters acted in similar fashion to those in Ferguson--except the latter appeared to be more daring. All havoc broke lose when killer George Zimmerman was found not guilty after having shot and killed Trayvon Martin, another unarmed black teen. In short, from my view, until the justice system in America is fixed, miscarriages of justice will prevail in the country; meantime local authorities and the Black communities need to work together. Barbara Hobbs is a long time Inglewood resident and the author of Black America, 1956-1966 and Conquering Obstacles. She is also a freelance writer and supporter of child advocacy and women’s rights. Barbara has a B. A. Degree in Communication from California State University, Dominguez Hills.

Court Upholds Murder Convictions of Gang Members

state appellate court panel last week upheld the convictions of two gang members for the shooting death of a 23-year-old Inglewood woman. Ashley Cheval was killed in South Los Angeles in 2006 while sitting in her car. The California’s 2nd District Court of Appeal rejected the defense’s argument that jurors in the murder trial of defendants Clifton Gregory Brown and Casey Lee Rowland should not have heard evidence about a shooting in Compton six days after Ashley Cheval was killed. The shootings had several similarities, but the most telling was “the use of the same 9 mm Glock in both shootings. In addition, both shoot-

ings occurred in territory claimed by rivals to appellants’ gang. Both shootings took place in daytime. Both shootings involved multiple perpetrators, who wore clothing that blended in with the neighborhood of the targeted gang….” according to the 24-page ruling. Brown and Rowland were convicted of first-degree murder for the Aug. 25, 2006, killing of Cheval, who was shot once in the head. The two were sentenced in February 2013 to life in prison without the possibility of parole for Cheval’s killing. They were tried separately and convicted of the Compton shooting, in which six people were wounded on Aug. 31, 2006.

Class for Credit? (Continued from page 1) students regardless of those policies have a choice to make. So, the question became, how can we incentivize more students to pursue excellence, whether or not they decide to attend a State University? Pass out cash to everyone who does well? Maybe, if we’d like the State to stay in control of our district forever. But what if students were able to improve their credit rating based off of their academic achievements? I had an interesting conversation with some family and friends about how more 18-34 year olds or “Millennials” are either interested in becoming an entrepreneur and/or already taking steps to do so. Based on a study from the Kauffman Foundation, “…polls point out specific barriers to entrepreneurship, including the inability to access capital needed to get a business going, lack of knowledge needed to run a small business, concerns with overcoming current debt burdens, and few mentors from whom they can learn from. In fact, 65 percent of young people think that making it easier to start a business should be a priority for Congress, with 41 percent saying it should be a top priority. Eighty-three percent of Millennials believe that Congress should, at a minimum, increase the availability of startup loans.” If 30% of our students are moving on to 4-year colleges, that means at least 65% of our students are either going to junior college, attending trade schools, immediately joining the workforce right out of high school, or attempting to start their own businesses. Attending these schools often require financial aid in the form of student loans. Many students shy away from student loans because of the horror stories they’ve learned from others who are smothered in debt. Starting a business also requires startup capital and a solid credit history. Unfortunately, recent high school graduates typically have yet to establish a credit history and have to start from the bottom, making it nearly impossible to establish a business right out of high school to generate income for themselves. Often in our communities, due to a lack of financial literacy, parents mismanage funds and ruin their credit history before they are able to establish a business or purchase a home, and result in using their child’s name and social security number to get utilities, cable, and or lines of credit. And most of the time, parents never get an opportunity to pay off the debt before their child graduates high school. The child is then punished with a poor credit rating before they are even old enough (Continued on page 5)

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Holiday Safety

2014 Edison Scholar

By Anne Cheek La Rose

lack Friday has come and gone. Small Business Saturday is behind us and Cyber Monday is yesterday’s memory. While all of these events jump start the holiday shopping season, many of us prefer to shop at a leisurely pace over many days and weeks. Of course, the bad guys know this and this is their season for serious work. Following are reminders to keep you, your home, and your purchases safe.

Out and About • Always be ALERT to your surroundings. • If possible, shop with a friend. There is safety in numbers. • Park in the well-lit and well-travelled areas of a parking lot. If you park on a street, try to park under or near a street light. • Have your keys in your hand when returning to your car. Don’t dawdl—get the door open, packages in, and yourself in the car. Lock the doors before you put on your seatbelt or start the engine.

Anne Cheek La Rose • Make mental notes along your routes of where there are 24-hour businesses as well as police and fire stations, in case you need them.

At Home • Keep your drapes open only partially to display your lovely tree so bad guys can’t see the presents under the tree. • After opening presents, place the discarded boxes in trash bags

A BRIGHTER FUTURE STARTS WITH AN EDUCATION At Edison International, we are committed to educating our future generations and to making our community a better place. One of our education initiatives is awarding $40,000 scholarships to 30 eligible high school seniors planning to pursue studies in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) at a four-year university. Apply now for a $40,000 scholarship at edison.com/scholars. Some of the requirements include: • Live in, or attend high school in Southern California Edison's service area • Must demonstrate need for financial support • GPA of at least 2.8 • Apply before February 1, 2015

POWERING A BRIGHTER FUTURE Edison International’s support of charitable causes, including the Edison Scholars Program, is funded entirely by Edison International investors, not from customers’ utility bill payments. The company’s community donations are part of its commitment as a leading corporate citizen. In addition, the children of employees of Edison International and its subsidiaries are not eligible to apply for the Edison Scholars Program. Inglewood_Today.indd 1

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• Carry only the cash or credit cards you need. If possible, avoid carrying a purse. They are easily snatched by the bad guys. • Don’t overload yourself with packages. It can decrease your view of the parking lot and your range of motion. If you’ve purchased a lot, make more than one trip from store to car. • Try to use ATM machines only during daytime. If you need them at night, be sure the area is welllit or better yet, go to a grocery store—most have ATMs these days. • Don’t advertise your purchases. If you are planning a day of shopping, place your purchases in the trunk when you leave each store. If you are shopping close to home, it’s even better if you can take purchases home between stores. • With all the errands and parties during the holidays, it’s especially important to keep your car in good working condition.

before you put them out for pick up. The bad guys look for these to know what new goodies you have. • Take mail to the post office instead of leaving it on top of your mailbox. • If you will be away for the holidays, have the post office stop your mail while you’re gone. Don’t forget to also cancel the newspaper for that time. • Be aware of scams during the season. The recognized charities don’t solicit door-to-door and no one is looking to purchase new insurance or contract for a new roof during the holiday season. • Be a good neighbor. Keep an eye out for your neighbors and their homes. They are doing the same for you. If you see something suspicious, report it to police by calling 310-412-8771 or 9-1-1 if it’s an emergency. Have a wonderful, warm, and blessed and safe holiday season.

Last African American Appointed to the California Supreme Court was in 1996.

ov. Jerry Brown has appointed the second African American woman and the fourth African American to serve on the California Supreme Court since 1996. Leondra R. Kruger, an Obama Administration lawyer, was tapped last week as his choice associate justice of the California Supreme Court. “Leondra Kruger is a distinguished lawyer and uncommon student of the law,” said Governor Brown. “She has won the respect of eminent jurists, scholars and practitioners alike.” “I am deeply honored by Governor Brown’s nomination,” said Kruger. “I look forward to returning home to California and, if confirmed, serving the people of California on our state’s highest court.” Kruger, 38, of Washington, D.C., has served as a Deputy Assistant Attorney General at the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Legal Counsel since 2013. She

Leondra R. Kruger served as an Assistant to the Solicitor General and as Acting Principal Deputy Solicitor General in the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of the Solicitor General from 2007 to 2013. While serving in that office, she argued 12 cases on behalf of the federal government before the U.S. Supreme Court. “As a Caucus, we applaud Governor Jerry Brown for his selection and appreciate his hearkening to our continuous request for more African Americans to be appointed to the California judicial system,” said Senator Holly J. Mitchell, Chair of the California Legislative Black Caucus.

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UCLA Honors Jackie Robinson by Retiring #42 Across All Sports

CLA will retire number 42 across all sports in honor of Jackie Robinson, it was announced today by UCLA Director of Athletics Dan Guerrero. “Jackie Robinson established a standard of excellence to which people the world over should aspire,” said Guerrero. “On the 75th anniversary of Jackie’s arrival at UCLA, we want to ensure that his is a legacy to be upheld and carried forward by Bruins for generations to come. While he wore several numbers at UCLA, Jackie Robinson made the number 42 as iconic as the man himself. For that very reason, no Bruin will be issued the number 42 – in any sport – ever again.” All three UCLA student-athletes who currently wear number 42, senior women’s soccer defender Ally Courtnall, sophomore women’s softball utility player Jelly Felix and freshman football linebacker Kenny Young, will each be able to finish out their Bruin career don-

Jackie Robinson ning the iconic number. “When I think of his number, I think of greatness, strength, courage, and all of those kind of qualities that Jackie Robinson encompassed and exemplified in his life,” said Courtnall. “If I could only be somewhat close to that, it would be amazing. It is such an honor to have his number on my back. I just see

him as such a great example. I look at that number before every game, and I hope to do my family and the number proud.” With UCLA Football players wearing number 42 on their helmets and Robinson’s iconic number 42 painted onto the Rose Bowl field, UCLA made the announcement during the break between the first and second quarters of its annual crosstown rivalry football game. In conjunction with UCLA, the City of Pasadena and the Rose Bowl Operating Committee, the Rose Bowl subsequently unveiled Jackie Robinson’s iconic #42 near the east scoreboard and will make it a permanent fixture in the historic stadium this offseason. Additionally, UCLA will also permanently display Robinson’s iconic number 42 inside each of its athletic competition venues. The retirement of Robinson’s number 42 follows UCLA’s announcement on Friday, November

21 that a series of 22 athletic and recreation facilities across campus will be named the Jackie Robinson Athletics and Recreation Complex. Chief among campus’ recognition of the complex will be an in-ground number 42 at each entry point to UCLA’s training centers, competition sites, fields and stadiums as a reminder of Robinson’s tremendous courage in the face of adversity. “Jackie Robinson’s name and his legacy are an honor to this university, and to all the students and student-athletes who will continue to be inspired by his courage, dignity and grace,” said UCLA Chancellor Gene Block following Friday’s announcement. “Jackie detested injustice, fought for civil rights and his spirit of breaking barriers has been and always will be a guiding force of UCLA past, present and future.” Seventy-five years ago, Jackie Robinson claimed a place at UCLA. From 1939 to 1941, he starred in (Continued on page 11)

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Youth Will Lead the Way

here is a saying that youth is wasted on the young. But that depends on how one’s youth is used. In recent years, the global community of young people have demonstrated they are willing to use their time, effort, energy and youthful zeal to do some pretty amazing things. We saw it in 2011 with the rise of the Arab Spring—that revolutionary wave of demonstrations, protests and civil wars in the Arab world. As the Arab Spring began to wind down, a new cause surfaced in the U.S. with the Occupy Movement. Young people woke up the nation with the message of economic injustice. Protestors called out the greed of the 1% who pay little if any income tax, ship jobs overseas and profit with the pensions and assets of the middle class. They drew a clear distinction between the greedy and the needy. And now, with the civil unrest from the acquittal of Officer Darren Wilson in Ferguson, MO, for killing unarmed black teen Michael Brown, we’re seeing it again—a unparalleled demand for change and justice. Folks are not backing down anymore. They are tired of seeing so many unarmed men of color killed by police, and walking away free. Once again, young people are leading the way. The hip-hop culture has been a target of criticism by older generations. And some of it is justifiable—negative images of guns, drugs, materialism and violence

Willie Brown, Publisher, Inglewood Today Weekly in music videos are detrimental to young people. But like most things, hip-hop is a mixture of good and bad. Out of hip-hop has come a generation of political activists who are changing the face of this nation. They mobilized youth for the Rock the Vote campaign in 2008. Their voter registration campaigns had a lot to do with President Obama being elected. The president also won in part because he spoke their language—technology. Now, with social media and phones that can record anything in a matter of seconds, it’s becoming more difficult to hide injustice. Anyone with access to a mobile phone literally holds the power in their hands to literally change the world. Without this technology, the real story behind Ferguson, police abuse toward demonstrators and journalists, might not have been told. The bold, consistent efforts of Ferguson demonstrators is the beginning of real change. To those who say the Civil Rights

Class for Credit? (Continued from page 2) to establish it for themselves. This contributes to the disadvantage African Americans and Latinos face as young adults, starting off in life. What could prevent this from happening? Schools already distribute a credit for passing classes, which accumulates, and based on the total number of credits earned, a student is then eligible for graduation. What if schools awarded individuals who achieve a B or higher credit bonuses that accumulate in the same way, and results in a 660-690 credit score for graduating seniors? For one, this could create a worthy incentive for students to achieve more during their high school careers, and result in higher percentages of graduation, and eligibility for UC and Cal State enrollment.

If students decided to forego college and instead become entrepreneurs, their credit rating is decent enough to begin applying for start-up loans and business credit cards. If a student desired to enter the workforce, they could do so, and find it easier to find an apartment of their own and begin their adult lives. As optimistic as this sounds, the preliminary work would obviously be as difficult as convincing Republicans Obamacare is actually a good thing. A curriculum would have to be created that teaches students what credit actually is, why it’s important, and why students should strive to ensure they establish a healthy line of credit. In addition, districts would need to implement into the curriculum, entrepreneurial courses that allow students to create co-operatives of their own and pilot them in the community. The curriculum would train student how to function in the

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Movement is dead, I beg to differ. It is not dead, it is being reborn. Ferguson is already changing the way policing is done. Some Police departments across the nation are now requiring officers to wear body cameras. In time, I believe these cameras will be worn by civilians as well, and could be especially useful for those marching on the front lines of social justice. We are counting on young people to lead the way, and it is up to people in my generation to guide them. To make sure

they have access to education, health care and the wherewithal to become a strong, vital part of our community. As new classes of graduates come out of our high schools and colleges, they will be looking for opportunities to make a difference. It is up to us to give them the support and guidance they need to channel their passion and energy in the right direction. Sometimes it seems injustice will never end. But I am betting on our young people to change the paradigm.

work force, from executive levels to physical labor. Piloting student run co-operatives would also instill the communal spirit and foster the desire to give back to the community that gave them their first real job. Mayor James Butts during the MLK celebration earlier this year said something that I thought was right on time. He said that this city is going to move forward by creating high-tech industry, through forward thinking and innovation, to create a future for our children. I couldn’t agree more. It’s going to take ideas, that not only generate revenue for our city, but ideas that enhance the intellectual capacity of our children, challenge the status quo, dispel cultural stereotypes, and build strong community leadership from top to bottom, bottom to top, and inside out. For more Inglewood “On The Positive Side,” visit www.inglewood today.com.

The Other Shoe Drops (Continued from page 1) before authorities removed his dead body. In a conference call last month, a member of a police watch group in Ferguson said the Brown shooting has morphed into a national movement against abusive police. “It’s about stopping the black man from being killed or assaulted by a police officer every 28 hours in this country,” he said. All too familiar with the mistrust that occurs between police and communities of color—and leaders who have called for change, but done nothing—Obama promised “this time will be different.” “Part of the reason this time will be different is because the president of the United States is deeply invested in making sure that this time is different,” Obama said. “It violates my belief in what America can be to hear young people feeling marginalized (Continued on page 6)

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NAAAOM Files $10 Billion Lawsuit Against AT&T and DirecTV

One hundred percent, African American owned media shut out by AT&T and DirecTV

he National Association of African American Owned Media (NAAAOM) has filed a $10 billion dollar lawsuit against AT&T, Inc., AT&T Services, Inc., AT&T Mobility LLC and DirecTV for race discrimination in violation of the Civil Rights Act of 1866. Citing U.S.C. Section 1981, this section prohibits racial discrimination in contracting and applies to both non-governmental and governmental discrimination, further providing that all persons in the United States shall have the same right to make and enforce contracts as is enjoyed by white persons. “It is appalling, deeply upsetting and totally unacceptable now and

moving forward that economic exclusion of 100% African Americanowned media continues to be perpetuated by these behemoth media conglomerates and their persistent, rigid refusal to contract with 100% African American owned media,” said Mark DeVitre, President of NAAAOM. “If AT&T and DirecTV do not respond to this lawsuit quickly and properly resolve the issues, we will call for the resignation of Randall Stephenson, Chairman and CEO of AT&T, Mark Wright, Vice President Media Services and Sponsorships at AT&T, Aaron Slater, President, Content and Advertising Sales for AT&T, Michael D. White, Chair-

man, CEO and President of DirecTV and Daniel York, Chief Content Officer, DirecTV. In addition, we will organize nationwide boycotts to disconnect all AT&T and DirecTV services,” he continued. It is estimated that collectively, AT&T and DirecTV spend approximately $22 billion dollars in both cable channel carriage license fees and advertising, while less than $3 million of those dollars are allocated to 100% African American owned media. In fact, in 2013, the combined personal compensation of the CEO’s of these companies, AT&T’s Randall Stephenson earning $23 million dollars and DirecTV’s Michael D. White earning $13

million dollars is at least 10 times more than both companies paid to 100% African American-owned media during the same year. One hundred percent, African American-owned television networks are reliant upon multichannel video programming distributors like AT&T and DirecTV not only to realize subscriber and advertising revenue, but also to reach television consumers providing them with a wide range of diversity of viewpoints in programming as required of these companies by the First Amendment to the United States Constitution. “This lawsuit presents a unique and important opportunity for our justice system to address and eradicate racial discrimination against 100% African American-owned media companies. I look forward to presenting our case in court, explaining it to the jury and obtaining an appropriate remedy for the wrongful way AT&T and DirecTV have operated their businesses. One hundred percent, African American-owned media companies have been egregiously harmed and we look forward to obtaining justice for them,” said Skip Miller, partner at Miller Barondess, LLP in Los Angeles and lead trial counsel for the plaintiff. The lawsuit, filed in United States District Court, Central District of California, can be accessed at www. naaaom.com NAAAOM’s mission is to eliminate racial discrimination and secure the economic inclusion of truly 100% African American owned media through fair contracting and equal treatment practices. The Other Shoe Drops (Continued from page 5) and distrustful even after they’ve done everything right.” Protestors in Ferguson and elsewhere have kept the pressure on since Brown’s death in August—marching, chanting, forming community networks and posting numerous stories and photos on social media. Attorney General Eric Holder announced new Justice Department plans aimed at ending racial profiling and ensuring fair and effective policing. “In the coming days, I will announce updated Justice Department guidance regarding profiling by federal law enforcement, which will institute rigorous new standards— and robust safeguards—to help end racial profiling, once and for all,” Holder said in Atlanta.

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‘Tis the Season to Safeguard Your Identity

he hustle and bustle of the holiday season is an exciting time. But from the crowded malls to the big online markdowns, a silent threat lurks – one with the ability to wipe out your good financial standing and make it a not-so-jolly holiday for you and your family. Just as you would assess your holiday gift budget, it’s equally important to understand and evaluate the status of your identity, taking special precautions to help safeguard your information. Giving information is inevitable In the digital world, sharing your identity to obtain credit, make online holiday purchases or even receive coupons is commonplace and necessary—but it opens the door to new risks. Today, data breaches are frequent and they can put your personal information in the wrong hands. In fact, a new study of more than 1,200 consumers conducted by Morpace on behalf of LifeLock, a comprehensive identity theft protection service, found that almost two-thirds (64 percent) of data breach victims experienced it within the last 12 months.1 And while data breaches can certainly cause considerable damage to someone’s financial standing, the stakes in identity theft are exponentially higher. The survey also found that about half of respondents who experienced identity theft do not know how their information was obtained.2 While most people assume these criminal acts occur to only those with an online presence, anyone can be a target. Even unique, permanent credentials, such as Social Security numbers and birthdates, can live online regardless of an owner’s physical presence or real-world activity. Identity theft can have uncontrollable and significant long-term financial implications, with thieves going as far as opening a bank loan, or committing tax fraud in your name. Take protective measures The specialists at LifeLock offer these tips to help protect you while shopping this holiday season: • Know where your info goes. Many online stores offer helpful apps for quicker, more efficient holiday shopping. Before you download any app, make sure it comes from a reputable source. Copycat apps exist which, once downloaded, may capture your personal information and use it

for fraudulent purchases. Overall, it is important to know where your information is being stored—

whether on your device, the hard drive of your computer or in a file at home.

• Be vigilant on public Wi-Fi. Whether at your local coffee shop (Continued on page 10)

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H e a lt h & F i t n e s s

GMOs to Go By Hamza Yammout, UMMA Community Clinic

en years ago, geneticallyengineered food would have seemed like it belonged in a science fiction book instead of the shelves of grocery markets around the country. Fast forward to today, and Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) make up the bulk of the fruits and vegetables we eat daily. Controversy surrounding the health implications of consuming GMOs has taken the spotlight. Scientists from around the world have began experiments to determine whether or not GMOs will have any negative effects on humans. Without any scientifically conclusive information, Americans must decide whether they will partake in the GMO experiment or stay clear of anything non-organic. So what is a GMO, and what does the most current science say about their safety? Imagine growing tomatoes in Alaska, oranges in Pennsylvania, and bananas in Michigan. All three of these fruits have one growth necessity in common-- if temperatures

early everyone gets heartburn now and then. But the fiery sensation that grips your chest and throat after eating spicy food, for example, can also be a symptom of a more serious condition: gastroesophageal reflux disease, which in its most chronic form can lead to cancer. For years, the roughly one-third of Americans with GERD have mainly relied on prescription or over-thecounter medications to reduce stomach acid. However, as we’ve learned more about the potential long-term effects of the newest class of drugs called “proton pump inhibitors”— which now take up more space on the shelves than good ol’ Tums ever did—that’s made for a different kind of heartburn.

drop to or below freezing, they usually die. Biotechnology companies such as Monsanto are working on methods to alter the genetic makeup of these fruits to allow them to grow in areas they naturally could not. The technique is called genesplicing and it refers to removing or inserting genes to alter the way an organism reacts to certain environmental changes such as the cold. Genes live on chromosomes and their relationship can be most easily understood by thinking of the chromosome as the full set of directions from point A to point B, while a gene is only one direction of the full set. For example, if the chromosome tells your body to turn left, right, go straight for three miles, and then make another left, then an individual gene makes up each left, right, or straight command. What gene-splicing does is change one direction so that an organism ends up at a different destination. Hence, instead of a tomato freezing in Alaska, a new gene from, say, a

cold water fish is inserted to provide the tomato with an augmented resistance to the cold. So what’s the big deal? Scientists have yet to truly understand the world of genetics. Although researchers have the ability to isolate genes that cause disorders such as Tay Sachs or Autism, they have only began chipping away at the tip of the iceberg. Genetics is much more complicated and unpredictable than it seems and removing genes or introducing new ones can have unforeseeably devastating effects. Anti-GMO groups such as the Non-GMO Project most commonly site a study that linked GMO intake to cancer. In fact, glyphosate (the main chemical ingredient of Roundup herbicide, a product created by the GMO titan Monsanto, that is used in conjunction with Monsanto’s genetically engineered crops) mimicked the hormone estrogen and stimulated the growth of breast cancer cells. What’s even more horrifying is that

An End to Acid Reflux?

“The Food and Drug Administration has issued numerous warnings about PPIs, saying long-term use and high doses have been associated with an increased risk of bone fractures and infection with a bacterium called Clostridium difficile, that can be especially dangerous to elderly patients,” the New York Times has reported. That helps explain the current excitement over a simple outpatient procedure that may actually correct GERD for good without the need for invasive surgery. Stretta Therapy (www.stretta-therapy.com), which is FDA-approved, uses radiofrequency (RF) energy delivered to the muscle between the stomach and esophagus to, in effect, “remodel” the problem area.

“The sphincter muscle gets thicker and stronger, so it won’t open as easily,” explains Dr. Mark Noar of Endoscopic Microsurgery Associates in Towson, Maryland, who performs the procedure in his own practice. Dr. Noar is also the lead author of a newly published, peer-reviewed study that tracked patients for 10 years after receiving Stretta Therapy, which is covered by most insurance (including Medicare). Among the most remarkable findings: 72 percent were found to have remained GERD symptom-free. That’s almost a job requisite for someone like Kathleen Dickinson, who—loathe to even consider surgery—sought the doctor out for Stretta Therapy after what she describes as “years of suffering” and

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the amount of glyphosate found to stimulate the breast cancer cells was so miniscule that it was far below the amount allowed in drinking water throughout America. It is clear from studies such as these that geneticists are far from understanding the consequences of genetically altering organisms, but the pro-GMO lobbyists and researchers tell a completely different story. “In fact, I would probably choose genetically modified foods to feed to my children because I know that, not alone are they safer, but this is probably the most sustainable production system you can find out there,” Martina Newell-McGloughlin, Codirector of the NIH training program in biomolecular technology at the University of California, Davis. During an interview on the “Dr. Oz” show, Newell-McGloughlin states that farmers have been genetically modifying crops for thousands of years through cross(Continued on page 10)

concerns about possibly developing osteoporosis from the medication she’d been taking. “For me, it wasn’t just that I couldn’t enjoy my favorite dishes,” says the 70-year-old Maryland woman. “I’m a corporate trainer, and the constant coughing and clearing my throat affected my speaking presentations.” She’s now back to eating Mexican food. Oh, and one final reminder: While heartburn may be the most common symptom of GERD, it’s not the only one. Others include chronic coughing, sleep apnea and a change in voice. Source: NewsUSA

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3 Tips for Retiring Out of State Financial Consultant Says a Little Planning Can Save Money

etirees flock to Florida and Arizona for year-round sunshine and golf, but all things considered, they’re not the best states for happy golden years, according to a new survey. Along with average number of sunny days, factor in cost of living, residents’ sense of well-being, quality of health-care, crime and, yes, humidity, and the best destination is (surprise!) South Dakota, according to a 2014 Bankrate report. “As this report correctly suggests, pre-retirees need to consider a lot more than snow days and tradition,” says Rodger Friedman, founding partner and wealth manager at Steward Partners Global Advisory and author of “Forging Bonds of Steel,” (www.forgingbondsofsteel. com/), a guide to developing an excellent working relationship with your financial advisor. “Different states have different tax laws and other regulations that can have a major impact on your retirement funds. You need to be aware of these as you plan for where you want to live and how you want to live.” Whether you’re considering one of the other top four “best states to retire”—Colorado, Utah, North Dakota and Wyoming, in that order —here are some tips for planning ahead: New state, new income tax rules. Get to know them! Familiarize yourself with the tax laws of the state you’re considering for your new home. Two of the top five on Bankrate’s list—South Dakota and Wyoming—have no state income tax, along with five others: Nevada (No. 18 on the list), Texas (19), Washington (22), Florida (39), and Alaska (48.). Also, an itemized deduction in one state may not be an itemized deduction in another. If you use the long form (1040) to file federal income taxes, hire a reputable, experienced CPA for guidance. Look into how your new state taxes retirement income. States differ on taxing interest income from tax-free municipal bonds. Some states give tax credits; treat public and private pensions differently; or offer federal, military or blanket exclusions. The following states are community property states: Idaho, New

Mexico, Texas, California, Arizona, Wisconsin, Nevada, Louisiana, and Washington. Speaking with an estate planning attorney regarding how this issue may affect you may be money very well spent. If you’re married, are you moving to a community property state? There are nine community property states—those that divide all martially-acquired assets and debt 50:50 in the event of divorce. (Exceptions include an inheritance or gift received by one spouse and maintained separately in that spouse’s name.) Community property states are Idaho, New Mexico, Texas, California, Arizona, Wisconsin, Nevada, Louisiana, and Washington. Again, speaking with an estate planning attorney regarding how this issue may affect you may be money very well spent. Have a lawyer review your estate planning documents. Your existing estate planning documents should be reviewed by a lawyer in your new state of residence because statutes differ on the types of documents required and the powers bestowed upon each. For example, states are all over the map regarding the validity of a power of attorney document and the powers that may or may not be conveyed. “During their careers, their acquiring wealth years, many people live in places that have lots of jobs —and the higher cost of living that goes along with that,” Friedman says. “In retirement, many they want to move to a state where they can enjoy the same or an even better lifestyle with less money. “For that, it’s essential to consider not only the cost of living but the state laws that affect your accumulated wealth and income.” Rodger Alan Friedman, author of “Forging Bonds of Steel,” (www. forgingbondsofsteel.com/), advises affluent retirees and near-retirees in structuring their planning and investments for the next phase of their lives. He is a managing director, founding partner and wealth manager at Steward Partners Global Advisory in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. He has more than three decades of experience in the financial services industry, including senior positions at E.F. Hutton and Shearson Lehman.

Do Not Give Burglars a Happy Holiday

By John Cherry

ost people are excited about the holiday season because they get to spend time with their family and friends. They get to enjoy giving and exchanging presents. They do not think about having their gifts stolen or consider the holidays as the prime time to steal. However, the number of burglaries goes up because it is darker for a longer period of time in the winter. One of the ways criminals are finding their victims these days is by scouring social media websites. They watch for people posting statuses that tell the whole world that their house is going to be unoccupied for a lengthy period of time. People announce that they are going on vacation to all of their friends, but sometimes people who are not friends are looking in on their activities, just waiting for the opportunity to strike. In addition, some people like to brag about the latest technological device they purchased on these sites, which simply allows poten-

tial burglars to shop before they break in. They will already know what they are looking for when they get inside. As such, it is best to keep vacation information and new purchases behind the scenes when posting on social sites that are not as secure as most people believe. Another way people become victims during the holidays is by giving away their money to fake charities. Unscrupulous people take advantage of the giving nature of the holidays by coming up with sympathetic-sounding organizations that tug at the heartstrings of generous people. It can be hard to tell the difference between a legitimate charity and one that is a scam, so it’s best to be careful when unknown people ask for money. Some other tips for holiday security are: • Always arm your home security system, even if you are home. You never know when someone (Continued on page 11)

Allstate Agency Owner Billy Campbell Honored Named Premier Agency for 2014

As a business leader and involved citizen in the Inglewood area, Allstate exclusive agency owner Billy Campbell has been designated an Allstate Premier Agency for 2014. This designation is being presented to Billy Campbell for outstanding business performance and commitment to putting customers at the center of his agency’s work. “The Premier Agency designation is not just about Billy’s successful business results,” said John Stolte, regional sales leader for Allstate Insurance Company in California. “The honor also demonstrates Billy’s commitment in being accessible to customers and using knowledge to help ensure customers have the insurance products they need to protect themselves and their family.” Billy Campbell’s agency is located at 2300 W Manchester Blvd. in Inglewood and can be reached at (323) 750-1777 or http://agents.allstate.com/ billy-campbell-inglewood-ca.html. The Allstate Corporation (NYSE: ALL) is the nation’s largest publicly held personal lines insurer, serving approximately 16 million households through

its Allstate, Encompass, Esurance and Answer Financial brand names and Allstate Financial business segment. Allstate branded insurance products (auto, home, life and retirement) and services are offered through Allstate agencies, independent agencies, and Allstate exclusive financial representatives, as well as via www.allstate.com, www.allstate. com/financial and 1-800 Allstate,® and are widely known through the slogan “You’re In Good Hands With Allstate.®” In 2013, $29 million was given by The Allstate Foundation, Allstate, its employees and agency owners to support local communities. Allstate employees and agency owners donated 200,000 hours of service across the country.

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF Election NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General Municipal Election will be held in the City of Inglewood on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 for the following offices:

For City Clerk

Full term of 4 years

For City Treasurer

Full term of 4 years

For City Council District 3

Full term of 4 years

For City Council District 4

Full term of 4 years

For School Board No. 1

Unexpired term

For School Board No. 3

Unexpired term

For School Board No. 4

Full term of 4 years

For School Board No. 5

Full term of 4 years

The polls will be open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. YVONNE HORTON City Clerk

NOTIFICACIÓN DE LA ELECCIÓN POR LA PRESENTE SE DA AVISO de que se habrá de llevar a cabo una Elección Municipal General en la Ciudad de Inglewood el martes, 7 de abril, de 2014, para el siguiente Funcionario:

Para Alcalde Para un Secretario Municipal Periodo complete de cuatro anos Para un Tesorero Municipal

Periodo complete de cuatro años

Para #3 Miembros del Concejo Municipal

Periodo complete de cuatro años

Periodo complete de cuatro años Para #4 Miembros del Concejo Municipal Para #1 Miembros del Termino no caducado Consejo Escolar Para #3 Miembros del Consejo Escólar

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Para #4 Miembros del Periodo complete de cuatro años Consejo Escólar Para #5 Miembros del Periodo complete de cuatro años Consejo Escólar Los centros electorales estarán abiertos entre las 7:00 a.m. y 8:00 p.m. YVONNE HORTON City Clerk

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Mayor and Council Members of the City of Inglewood are scheduling a public hearing to receive community input on a substantial amendment to the FY 2014-2015 Annual Action Plan. The amendment includes allocating HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) Program Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) funds for a thirty-one (31) unit affordable housing development at 502-508 S. Eucalyptus Avenue; Inglewood, CA 90301. Interested persons wishing to make comments or provide input are invited to attend. Date: Location: Time:

December 18, 2014 City Council Chambers, 9th floor Inglewood City Hall One Manchester Boulevard Inglewood, California 90301 11:00 a.m.

The Annual Action Plan for the City of Inglewood serves as the grant application to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for its federally funded entitlement grant programs. The City of Inglewood wishes to encourage comments from very-low, low- and moderate-income persons, particularly from those persons living in neighborhoods where the funds are proposed to be used. Summary of Proposed Reallocations • HOME CHDO Funds – $1,087,750 Persons wishing to receive a copy of the proposed amendment to the Annual Action Plan, need special accommodation due to a disability, or have any questions, please contact the Community Development Block Grant Division at (310) 412-8844, or send a FAX to (310) 3305756, or write to the Community Development Department, CDBG Division, One Manchester Boulevard, Suite 750, Inglewood, CA 90301. All requests for accommodation must be received 48 hours prior to the date of the hearing. Si no entiende esta noticia o si necesita mas informacion, favor de llamar a este numero (310) 412-8844.

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2014320280 The following Person is doing business as: Essential Lifestyle 2500 W. Redondo Beach Blvd. Torrance, CA 90504 Essential Living 335 E. Albertoni St., #200-435 Carson, CA 90746 Registered owner: Jacqueline White, 335 E. Albertoni St., # 200-435, Carson, CA 90746 This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on November 10, 2014. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Jacqueline White, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on November 10, 2014

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2014320983 The following Person is doing business as:

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2014320998 The following Person is doing business as:

Back Stage Access Pass BSA Pass 8549 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1046 Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Safety First Safety Matters SFSM 8549 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1046 Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Registered owners: Anthony Penn, 8704 S. 7th Ave, Inglewood, CA 90305 Dave Evans, 8704 S. 7th Ave., Inglewood, CA 90305

Registered owner: Anthony D. Penn, 8704 S. 7th Avenue, Inglewood, CA 90305

This business is conducted by individuals. The registrants commenced to transact business under the fictitious business (s) listed above on November 10, 2014.

This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on November 10, 2014.

I (We) declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Anthony Penn and Dave Evans, Owners This statement was filed with the County Clerk on November 10, 2014.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Anthony Penn, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on November 10, 2014.

NOTICE-In accordance with Subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the office of the County Clerk, except as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or common law (See Section 14411 et.seq., Business and Professions Code.) Original November 20, 27; December 4, 11, 2014 ITO0422301056 Inglewood Today

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or common law (See Section 14411 et.seq., Business and Professions Code.) Original November 13, 20, 27; December 4, 2014 ITO0422301055 Inglewood Today

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State or common law (See Section 14411 et.seq., Business and Professions Code.) Original November 13, 20, 27; December 4, 2014 ITO0422301054 Inglewood Today

GMOs to Go ‘Tis the Season to (Continued from page 8) Safeguard Your Identity breeding without any reg- (Continued from page 7) or while traveling, do not ulation while GMOs go transact on public Wi-Fi through 8-10 years of reand be wary of any passsearch before ever being words you enter. It’s alreleased for consumption. ways safer if you can wait It is important to note until you get to a secure or here, though, that crossprivate network. breeding often occurs naturally, while genetic engi- • Change passwords frequently. Make sure the neering happens in a lab. passwords you use when Another argument that setting up accounts with she puts forward is that online merchants are the precision with which complex and difficult for geneticists are able to ena thief to figure out. It is gineer these foods is greatalways a good idea to er than ever before. The change passwords to all question consumers must your accounts on a reguask themselves, however, lar basis – especially with is whether this precision banks, email accounts and is enough to eliminate unsocial networking sites – wanted side-effects. to add an extra layer of In the argument for or protection to your personagainst the use of GMOs al data. to feed the world’s 7 billion inhabitants, there • Consider using a credit card. When you choose is no defining answer. your debit card over your Safety regulators are far credit card, you may be from trustworthy due to exposing yourself to more lobbyists and bio-tech risk. The most you’d have companies spending milto pay for unauthorized lions on campaign donause of your credit card is tions every year to bypass $50, no matter when you stricter standards. The report it. If you report decision to keep GMOs your debit card lost or on the shelves of grocery stolen more than two days stores in America is ultiafter you learn about the mately in the hands of the loss or theft, but less than consumer. After all, it is 60 days after your statethey who decide which ment is sent, you could products to buy.

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lose up to $500. And if you wait more than 60 days after your statement is sent, you could be out all the money taken from your account. As a consumer educated on identity theft, you’ll have some peace of mind and be more able to focus on the fun of the shopping season. For more information, visit LifeLock.com. Based on the responses of 1,200+ U.S. consumers surveyed by Morpace, an independent third-party research firm, September 2014. Page 13. 2 Based on the responses of 1,200+ U.S. consumers surveyed by Morpace, an independent third-party research firm, September 2014. Page 62. 1

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D at e s i n D e c e m b e r at the ICOP Center, 943 N. La Brea Ave., Inglewood 90302. The community is asked to donate unwrapped gifts to insure children in Inglewood have something under their tree. If you are interested in donating, please contact the Councilman’s office at: 310-412-8601. More information to follow.

and his staff will provide 50 District 4 families with toys and food gift cards. In addition, he will provide gift cards for up to 150 senior, disabled and low income residents. To donate call 310412-8605.

Walmart under attack Walmart was also the target of massive demonstrations by employees demanding wage increases and benefits. Strikes and protests were held at 1600 stores in 49 states. Although Walmart, the nation’s largest employer, employs 1.4 million people, and pulls in $16 billion in annual profits, workers say they are not paid livable wages. One worker said he could not afford a car; another said he had not eaten in a day. Last year, a report commissioned by Congressional Democrats found that

each Walmart store costs taxpayers between $900,000 and $1.75 million per year because so many employees are forced to turn to government aid. Walmart workers across Los Angeles went on a hunger strike Thursday to protest for better jobs. Outside the Walmart Supercenter in Long Beach, employees and community leaders began a 24-hour fast at noon. The fast was symbolic of the hunger Walmart associates and their families endure due to the company’s low wages. On the day before Thanksgiving, workers across the nation walked off

their jobs. However, according to Rachel Wall, senior manager of community affairs for the chain, that was not the case at the Baldwin Hills Walmart: “All of our associates who were scheduled to come to work today are here, serving our customers,” she said. “What is being shown outside is a stark difference from what we are seeing inside here today. We have gotten great feedback from our associates about holiday pay, about additional 25% discount, about availability of hours and promotional opportunities.”

shattered the color barrier in Major League Baseball forever. Despite enduring racial abuse, jeers of fans and fellow players, death threats and profound harassment, he endured it all with grace and dignity—not to mention exceptional play—earning Rookie of the Year honors and a National League Most Valuable Player award in addition to helping the Dodgers win the 1955 World Series. A career .311 hitter, Robinson played in six World Series, six consecutive All-Star games was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962 during his first year of eligibility. Fighting tirelessly for civil rights and integration in professional sports long after his time on the diamond was over, Robinson perhaps

best summed up his own legacy with ter you open your presents so you a typically understated yet poignant don’t advertise your new belongquote: “A life is not important except ings by putting them out on the in the impact it has on other lives.” curb for the trash. Source: UCLA • If you do not have a home security system installed, consider getting one now. Do Not Give Burglars a • The holidays can be a wonderful Happy Holiday (Continued from page 9) time of the year, but if you get might try to get in. robbed, it will no longer be the • Only give money to charities that joyous time it should be. Be vigihave solid reputations. Do your lant and take extra steps to be safe research before donating. and secure and your holidays will • Make your house look occupied continue to be special. at all times, particularly if you are John is a shrewd consumer who going to be gone for several days writes about personal finance, findor longer. ing deals, and local consumer home • Do not keep your holiday gifts in services like: home security and plain sight of windows. Chicago home security (http://www. • Break down and cut up boxes af- localprice.com).

Ongoing Counseling for Anxiety, Depression Get free help for anxiety, depression, stress and anger. Recovery Inter national provides tools and practice in changing thinking habits so individuals can gain personal control over distressing emotions and improve life-coping skills. This worldwide non-profit organization, founded in 1937, holds weekly meetings every Monday at 6:00 p.m. at SHARE! 6666 Green Valley Circle, north of Centinela Ave. (2nd building on the right). Call 310-322-6411 for more information, or visit www.low

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Black Friday Interrupted (Continued from page 1) The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported 13 injuries including two involving gunshot wounds. Despite the level of unrest, however, Thanksgiving Day was relatively quiet. By Saturday, Officer Wilson had announced that he would resign. Ferguson-related protests broke out in L.A. on Friday at various locations. Eight people were arrested in Westlake in regard to the decision, for allegedly blocking the streets. UCLA Honors Jackie Robinson by Retiring #42 Across All Sports (Continued from page 4) four sports. In football, Robinson played both offense and defense, returned punts, caught and threw passes, kicked extra points and in the process, earned honorable mention All-American accolades. In basketball, he twice led the Pacific Coast Conference in scoring. In track, he won the NCAA championship in the broad jump. And in baseball, he began his legendary journey as a highly-regarded shortstop for the Bruins. Six years later, Jackie Robinson claimed a place in history. Wearing number 42 for the Brooklyn Dodgers, on April 15, 1947, Robinson

December 4, 2014 Holiday Tree Lighting The City of Inglewood will host the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, December 4th at 5:30pm. The location for this event still has to be determined, so stay tuned.

December 13, 2014 District 1 Annual Toy & Food Drive Councilman George Dotson will December 11, 2014 District 4 Annual Toy & play “Santa,” delivering gifts door to Food Drive door. Families in District 1, who are December 6, 2014 District 2 Annual Toy Drive Join Councilman Ralph Franklin income eligible and pre-selected, will Councilman Padilla will be host- for his annual District 4 Toy Drive receive grocery certificates and toys to ing his Annual District 2 Toy Drive from 5-8pm at the Beat 4 Police make the season a little bit brighter. To on December 6th, from 10am to 2pm Community Center. The councilman donate, call 310-412-8602.

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