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Hillary Clinton Meets With Mothers of Slain African-American Sons

n an effort to demonstrate that black lives do matter, Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Rodham Clinton met with a group of women whose AfricanAmerican sons died in gun shootings. The former First Lady and Secretary of State also met with members of #BlackLivesMatter this summer. On the campaign trail to Iowa on Monday, Clinton met in Chicago with the mothers of Tamir Rice, Jordan Davis, Michael Brown, and Trayvon Martin. The 2012 shooting of 17-yearold Trayvon sparked a national protest and marked the beginning of a recent wave of high profile police shootings involving unarmed black males. Those protests have evolved into the Black Lives Matter movement, a coalition of organizations that look to hold politicians accountable for the killings of African-Americans at the hands of law enforcement. The shootings have also prompted race riots, investi-

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Hillary Clinton met with mothers and members of #BlackLivesMatter.

Lesley McSpadden gations by the Dept. of JusClinton outlined her crimitice, and led to equipping nal justice and gun control police departments with proposals while sharing the body cameras. womens’ “heartbreaking

Sybrina Fulton stories.” While Republicans focus on tax reform and ending Obamacare, racial issues (Continued on page 10)

awthorne councilman and mayoral candidate Alex Vargas unseated Mayor Chris Brown in Tuesday night’s election. Results show Vargas with 60.0 percent of the votes to Brown’s 21.9 percent. Other candidates, Councilwoman Angie English and resident Analilia Joya, had 9.9 percent and 8.4 percent, respectively. The city council race was more of a nail-biter, as eight candidates fought to fill two open seats. The race resulted

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The Avenues Shine for Halloween

By Thomas Bunn

uring the little bit of TV my family and I watch at home, you can’t help but be amazed by the commercials that promote events months in advance. I remember I was watching Disney Channel with Isis and mind you, it’s mid-July, and they are already getting the kids ready for their “Boo For You” Halloween series. (Continued on page 2)

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Mayor Chris Brown in incumbent Nilo Michelin winning the most votes with 19.1 percent. Haidar Awad, who has a family owned car dealership, came in second with 18.5 percent—narrowly defeating realtor Katrina Man(Continued on page 10)

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Congresswoman Waters offers Amendment to Create Jobs Though Investment in Transportation Infrastructure

Amendment would be in addition to Waters’ Amendment to Ensure Transportation Equity for Urban Communities.

ongresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Ranking Member of the Financial Services Committee, has submitted an amendment to the House Rules Committee, which would expand the popular TIGER transportation program. She urged the Rules Committee to allow her to offer her amendment on the House floor during consideration of the transportation bill. The Congresswoman’s amendment would provide $7.5 billion for TIGER over 6 years, consistent with the President’s proposal to expand TIGER. The funding would be exempt from sequestration. “My amendment will provide an emergency supplemental appropriation totaling $7.5 billion dollars over the next six years for the successful TIGER program, which creates jobs through investments in transportation infrastructure,” explained Congresswoman Waters in her statement before the Rules

Maxine Waters Committee. Congresswoman Waters’ amendment is based on the TIGER Grants for Job Creation Act (H.R. 2495), a bill which she introduced earlier this year, and which has 69 cosponsors. “The economy is still struggling to recover from the recession,” said Congresswoman Waters. “The unemployment rate is still above 5 percent nationwide and is significantly higher in some minority

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and disadvantaged communities. Meanwhile, the American Society of Civil Engineers gave the public infrastructure of the United States a grade of “D+” in 2013 and estimated that we will need to invest $3.6 trillion by 2020 in order to improve the condition of our infrastructure.” TIGER—formally known as Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery—is a nationwide competitive grant program that creates jobs by funding investments in transportation infrastructure by states, local governments, and transit agencies. The President proposed an expansion of the TIGER program, which would provide $7.5 billion for TIGER over the next 6 years. “Passage of an emergency supplemental appropriation would provide funding for TIGER free from sequestration and without reducing funding for other important domestic priorities, and it would allow states, local governments, and transit agencies to begin immediately to plan projects and prepare grant applications,” concluded the Congresswoman. “Thus, it would ensure an efficient use of funds and timely job creation.” The transportation bill already includes an amendment authored by Congresswoman Waters to ensure equity for economically distressed urban communities in the distribution of federal highway funds. This amendment was offered by Congressman André Carson (IN-07) during the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s consideration of the transportation bill. The Carson-Waters amendment was passed by voice vote, and the bill was subsequently reported out of committee and scheduled for consideration on the House floor. The Avenues Shine for Halloween (Continued from page 1) I had to laugh, but not before the thousands of questions came rolling in, “Daddy, can I be Princess Jasmine, can I be Aurora, I want to be a witch Daddy, and Daddy, what are you going to be for Halloween?” Thanks, marketing execs! Fast forward a couple months and a million questions later, the day has arrived. The day the country decides it wants to scare itself to death and eat hoards and hoards of candy bars. I’m sure it’s a great time of year for the Mars Company, Nestle, (Continued on page 6)

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Centinela Hospital 6th Annual Health and Safety Fair – A “Spooktacular” Success

he 2015 Centinela Hospital Medical Center 6th annual Community Health and Safety Fair was held on Halloween, October 31st on a beautiful sunny day on one of the hospital’s expansive parking lots. The event was a big success with over 60 exhibitors providing health, wellness and safety information to a crowd estimated at 450 – 500 people. Hospital clinicians provided free blood pressure, glucose, body mass index, PSA, cholesterol, pulse oximetry and hemoglobin A1C testing to all interested fair attendees. Health information was also provided on

topics such as cardiovascular disease, dental care, car seat usage, domestic violence, infection control, social services, nutrition and MediCal eligibility. The theme this year was Halloween Spooktacular with volunteers dressing up in their favorite Halloween costume. There was also a Halloween costume contest for the kids, prizes, games and treats for all!

Los Angeles. Centinela Hospital Medical Center is a 369-bed acute care hospital offering comprehensive, quality healthcare in a convenient, compassionate and cost effective manner. The hospital offers a level II emergency department, orthopedic care, advanced cardiac services, peripheral artery disease treatment and OB/GYN services in a caring and conducive environment. It is actively involved in About Centinela Hospital improving the health of the comMedical Center munity with programs designed Since 1950, Centinela Hospital to meet the needs of those that it Medical Center has been serving serves. For more information visit the communities of Inglewood and www.centinelamed.com

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Afternoon Council Meetings May Become the Norm By Veronica Mackey

ommentators at the Inglewood City Council meeting spoke out against a proposed workforce reduction plan and changes to council meeting hours. A woman in jeopardy of losing her job and a union representative commented on proposed layoffs. The union rep complained that there was no opportunity to meet and confer on the matter before it was presented to City Council. He added that future meetings are planned with the City’s

Human Resources staff. There are 10 positions involved in the Sanitation Dept. Unless changes are made, the City would have to use up reserve funds from the General Fund. Mayor James Butts explained why the cuts are necessary: “We have to keep certain funds aside should there be an earthquake or in case we might not have access to cash. We have responsibilities to grow new revenues and streamline our budget.” He added that no final decision has been

Renderings of the future senior center in Inglewood, to be located at 111 North Locust street. The grand opening is expected in the Fall of 2017. Contractor is Pinner Construction Co.

made about the layoffs. “The City’s past policy is to immediately notify employees and immediately set up meetings…The council could refuse to approve it. There is no need to meet and confer because you don’t know what the ultimate decision will be. We don’t meet and confer until there is actually something to meet and confer about,” Butts said.

“We are bound to keep the City solvent without dipping into reserves. With the Sanitation Fund, we need to remain solvent with that particular fund,” Councilman Ralph Franklin said. “It’s never a pleasant thing to let people go, it’s hard. We have to look at our fiscal responsibility, not (Continued on page 5)

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Veteran Homelessness Is Showing Progress

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he huge scandal which rocked the U.S. Veterans Health Administration last year shined a light on conditions which no one who has served in the military should ever face. CNN reported on April 30, 2014 that at least 40 United States Armed Forces veterans died while waiting for care at the Phoenix, Arizona, Veterans Health Administration facilities. By June 5, 2014, Veterans Affairs internal investigations had identified 35 veterans who had died while waiting for care in the Phoenix VHA system. The House passed legislation to fund a $1 million criminal investigation by the Justice Department. Top health official, Dr. Robert Petzel, retired early and Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric Shinseki resigned from office amid fallout from the controversy. The health administration has a long way to go before all the necessary corrections are in place. However, there is good news regarding homeless veterans. Lancaster County in Pennsylvania announced that it has no more homeless veterans. According to reports, there were 26 veterans living on the streets or in emergency shelters at the beginning of the year, but they all found homes by July. Other cities and states have reported similar progress. New Orleans, Houston, and Las Cruces, New Mexico have all reported a zero homeless veterans population this year. Connecticut and the cities of Phoenix and Salt Lake City have also ended chronic homelessness among vets. New York

Willie Brown, Publisher, Inglewood Today Weekly City is well on its way to ending chronic homelessness among vets this year. These positive results are not the result of a magic wand. They came about from government simply doing what it is supposed to do—using its resources to help people. Increased outreach to the homeless population and the right use of federal funding and housing vouchers is what made the difference. This is clear evidence that the federal initiative to end homelessness can work, and it’s not just for veterans but for mass homelessness in general. Homelessness really can be reversed. After ending veteran homelessness, the government has committed to ending all chronic homelessness by 2016 and homelessness among children, youth, and families by 2020. As more funding is made available to cities to end this epidemic, we can expect to see significant decline. In Los Angeles County, the push to make emergency shelter available is actually starting one month

earlier this year. About 1,400 individuals, veterans included, are expected to be housed this winter. Nationally, more than 600,000 live on the streets on any given night. The numbers started rising in the 1980s at the same time that affordable housing dried up. In 1970, there was a surplus of affordable units; today there’s a shortage of 5.5 million. The progress seen recently is due in part to the government putting more money into the National Housing Trust Fund. If fully funded, 1 million affordable homes could be created over a decade.

I would encourage every Inglewood resident and business owner to take time out on November 11 to honor veterans. The veteran’s center in Inglewood, at 733 Hindry Avenue, has been assisting veterans in getting back on their feet for years. Job assistance, housing, mental health and substance abuse treatment are among the services offered. Inglewood is the inaugural site for the U.S. Veterans Initiative. It opened in 1993 with only five clients. Today, the site serves 540 veterans daily. You can donate at the center or go online to www.usvetsinc.org.

Eye on the City (Continued from page 4) today or tomorrow but five, ten or twenty years from now. It’s not popular but it’s something that needs to be done,” said Councilman Alex Padilla. Councilman George Dotson commented: “These are things you don’t want to do, but our decision here is that the City comes first…We’re going to do the right thing.” An ordinance was introduced to move all open weekly council meetings to 2pm. Currently, meetings are held every first and third Tuesday at 2pm, and every second, fourth and fifth Tuesday at 7pm. A continuous complaint by some is that not enough people attend the afternoon sessions to justify the meeting time. Ironically, the afternoon session on

Tuesday was filled to near capacity. A lady showed up with letters from residents in favor of evening meetings. “It was hard for me to get here. I didn’t think I was going to make it,” she said. Inglewood Parks and Recreation Commissioner Willie Agee remembers the old days when 7 o’clock meetings lasted until the wee hours of the morning. “Well, I’ve been here for 18 years, I’ve been at meetings that went until one in the morning and nothing got done,” Agee said. Councilman Eloy Morales, who is the longest sitting member, agreed: “Ninety percent of the meetings were night time meetings. We were going to two in the morning and very little was being done.” According to the report, man-

agement and administrative staff are required to stay over and caucus in the conference room during evening meetings in the event they are called to give an oral report. They are allowed to adjust their schedule the next day to compensate for additional hours, causing lost staff time. The report also notes that changing meeting times each week has been confusing for the public. The new schedule allows for public hearings to be held during evening hours if necessary, with routine business handled at 2pm every week. The council approved a Funding Agreement for community engagement activities related to the Countywide Parks Needs Assessment; and a contract for the Vincent Park Turf Replacement Project. An agreement was also approved with Civil Source to provide design

and engineering services for North La Brea Avenue Improvements. Three amendments were made to a Memorandum of Understanding with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority. All will extend the fund lapse date to June 30, 2016 for street construction projects pertaining to La Brea Avenue, Florence Avenue and Century Blvd. The council also gave the green light to Pinner Construction Co. to allow for early work on the new Senior Center, to be located at 111 North Locust Street. Construction of the senior center remains on schedule; completion and grand opening is expected in the Fall of 2017. The approval will allow contractors to change the sequence of design services so that certain aspects (Continued on page 10)

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The Goodyear Blimp By Anne Cheek La Rose

y sister has had a life-long love of the Goodyear Blimp. I don’t know where it came from and neither does she—all she knows is that she loves them. Many years ago, when I lived in New York City, my sister and I took a ride on the blimp that was based in New Jersey. It was a magical 3045 minutes of seeing the New York skyline and the Statue of Liberty in a slow, leisurely float from a vantage point seldom seen. My sister was entranced and her blimp love only increased. What is a blimp? A blimp is simply a balloon filled with nonflammable helium and propelled by an engine. Goodyear blimps are powered by two aircraft engines. Zeppelins (or dirigibles) are rigid airships in which the skin is supported by an internal framework, not by lifting gas, as in blimps. If a blimp were to lose its helium it would deflate just like letting air out of a balloon. One rides inside a zeppelin whereas one rides in a gondola suspended below the balloon of a blimp.

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Anne Cheek La Rose Blimps, of course, can be seen at NFL games, entertainment events, and sometimes just flying around or going from one place to another. They are always an impressive sight. There are three blimps that cover the country. They are based in Ohio (Goodyear’s home), Florida, and Southern California. The Southern California blimp is based in Carson. No doubt you’ve seen it moored as you drive the 405 freeway. Well, all of the Goodyear Blimps are being

retired. No need to worry that the blimp is gone forever. Far from it. There are new blimps with the latest in technology coming out of Ohio. They will look just like the ones we’ve come to know and love, except they are bigger. Okay, technically, they will no longer be blimps, but dirigibles. The new blimps have three engines instead of two and can actually travel at 73MPH. The new ones make less noise (I recall the engine roar being quite loud during our excursion), are more maneuverable, and feature an all-glass cockpit. The real purpose of the blimps isn’t just to show off. They are used for filming of events—getting a view that one can’t get otherwise. There were three blimps stationed around the country—New Jersey, Florida, and Carson. The first of the new blimps rolled out of the plant in Ohio last year. It replaced the “Spirit of Goodyear,” their 14-year old model. The last of the old blimps, “Spirit of Innovation,” has come from Florida to Southern California

to replace our “Spirit of America” until our new blimp is ready. After the new Southern California blimp is here, “Spirit of Innovation” will be retired and there will be all new blimps, err, dirigibles. It’s a new era for the iconic blimps. They may no longer technically be blimps, but I’m doubtful we will ever refer to them as anything other than ‘the blimp.” The Avenues Shine for Halloween (Continued from page 2) and Hershey and the 97 other major candy manufacturers during this time, but for parents, no pun intended, it’s a complete nightmare! Nonetheless, Isis chose to be Princess Aurora and she looked absolutely adorable. She arrived at school and witnessed all the other kids dressed as Batman, Ninja Turtles, Transformers, Doc McStuffins, witches, and even other princesses like her. She fell right in, the Hal(Continued on page 11)

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Passengers Kicked Off Spirit Flight for Allegedly ‘Being Black’

even African-American passengers were booted from a Spirit Airlines flight from Los Angeles to Dallas-Fort Worth International Monday, raising concerns that the flight crew discriminated against them because of their race. Los Angeles Airport police officers initially escorted just one couple off Flight 868 shortly after 7:15 p.m. local time because a white flight attendant accused a male traveler of being disruptive when he refused to get up from his seat. “It’s a business dispute,” LAX police spokesman Rob Pedregon told the Daily News. “It’s up to (Spirit) to define what is disruptive.” Five more passengers were asked to leave after allegedly questioning the flight crew’s motives in kicking the couple off the flight. All seven passengers were African-American. “They were talking about the incident and making assumptions and were asked to leave at that point,” Pedregon said, refusing to respond

to allegations that the airline discriminated against the passengers. The ordeal left some passengers stranded in Los Angeles for at least three hours. “It was more than just us having a conversation,” Alexandria Wright, one of the booted passengers, told KCAL-TV. “Why is it that, what, six black people get kicked off the plane?”

lines offered no immediate explanation for why each traveler to lose their seats. “We are expeditiously investigating this incident,” Spirit Airlines spokesman Paul Berry said in an emailed statement. “Spirit does not tolerate any form of discrimination. Our primary concern is always the safety of our customers and team members.” None of the passengers face criminal charges, but they stayed at the airport while waiting for their flights to be rebooked. The airline handed out hotel vouchers to those No officers were on the plane passengers, officers at the gate told when the second group disem- Pedregon. barked. “I’m really humiliated just of the The flight left Los Angeles Inter- simple fact that you hear about this national Airport without the seven kind of stuff in America, you know, travelers at 8:17 p.m., but not be- discrimination issues,” Wright addfore fellow passengers tweeted pho- ed. “But to actually experience it tos of the confrontation and accused first hand?” Spirit Airlines of being racist. Passengers claim the flight had been overbooked, but Spirit Air-

Inglewood Joins Effort to Collect 9,000 Shoebox Gifts for Children in Poverty Overseas Local Volunteers Participate in World’s Largest Christmas Project Nov. 16-23

his month, six locations in the Inglewood area will serve as collection sites for Operation Christmas Child—the world’s largest Christmas project of its kind. The annual Samaritan’s Purse project is a favorite of many Inglewood area residents, families, churches and groups who spread joy to millions of children around the world. Local volunteers fill shoeboxes with fun toys, school supplies, hygiene items and notes of encouragement. “Through the simple act of filling a shoebox, someone here can make

a tangible difference in the life of a child halfway around the world. Anyone can participate and bring joy to a child facing difficult circumstances,” said regional project director Jennifer Trevithick. During National Collection Week, Nov. 16 - 23, Inglewood area residents hope to contribute 9,000 gift-filled shoeboxes to the 2015 global goal of reaching 11 million children in need. The nearest drop off locations to Inglewood are located in Gardena and Los Angeles below:

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Caregivers Face Own Health Risks When a Loved One Requires Constant Care

Burden Often Falls on One Person, Causing Physical, Emotional and Financial Strain

hen a major illness or injury leaves someone in need of long-term, nearly round-the-clock care, it’s often up to a family member to step in and provide it. But research shows that the role of caregiving can lead to its own health issues, creating a significant amount of stress and strain for the caregiver. “That stress can come in many forms,” says Marylee MacDonald (www.maryleemacdonald.org), a caregiver advocate and writer whose debut novel, “Montpelier Tomorrow,” was inspired in part by her experience helping care for her son-in-law. “There is emotional stress, physical stress and even financial stress. Sometimes there’s also additional stress from the guilt that caregivers feel when they find themselves resenting the people they are caring for.” A recent study by the AARP Public Policy Institute and the National Alliance for Caregiving revealed that 22 percent of caregivers felt their health had gotten worse because of caregiving. “I don’t think that’s all that surprising,” MacDonald says. “If anything, it’s a wonder that the percentage isn’t higher.”

Other findings in the study included: • Nearly one in five caregivers (19 percent) reported a high level of physical strain resulting from caregiving, while 38 percent considered their caregiving situation to be emotionally stressful. Those percentages go up significantly for caregivers who provide 21 or more hours of care each week. • When people feel that had no choice in taking on their caregiving role, the stress becomes even greater. More than half—53 percent—of those people report high levels of emotional stress. • Caring for a close relative causes more emotional stress than caring for another relative or a non-relative, with 45 percent of those caring for a spouse and 44 percent of those caring for a parent reporting emotional stress. That compares to 35 percent of those caring for another relative and 18 percent of those caring for a non-relative. • Finances sometimes take a hit, with 18 percent of caregivers saying they experienced financial strain. Financial strain was more commonly reported by higherhour caregivers. “What often happens these days is

that most of the burden falls to one person, with maybe other family members stepping in occasionally to provide respite care,” MacDonald says. “Some of that is because of the way society is today. We don’t have three generations living within a few blocks of each other any more.” MacDonald’s involvement in caregiving began when her son-inlaw became afflicted with ALS and she put some of her own goals on hold to help her daughter. “My son-in-law’s illness threatened my daughter’s happiness and I wanted to protect her,” MacDonald says. “I think that’s only natural. But it also made me aware of the strains that caregivers are under, and that in many cases there aren’t always good long-term institutional care options available. That puts the onus on family members.” Depending on the situation, caregivers become responsible for any number of duties. They help the care recipient get in and out of bed and chairs. They deal with incontinence or diapers, help the recipient to and from the toilet, and assist with bathing or showering. They also provide transportation, take care of grocery or other shopping, and do housework.

Dry Eye: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

rittiness, burning, irritation, redness, itching, tearing -- if these symptoms sound familiar, you could be one of the estimated 10 million Americans who suffer from dry eye. Dry eye is a condition where tears lack sufficient moisture and lubrication, which are necessary to maintain good eye health and clear vision. Tears not only wash away dust, but also soothe the eyes, provide oxygen and nutrients to the cornea and help defend against eye infections by removing harmful bacteria. This condition has a multitude of causes, but generally stems from the following factors: • Age: As Americans age, eyes naturally become drier. Typically, people older than 65 experience some dry eye symptoms; • Gender: Women are more likely to develop dry eye due to hormonal changes during pregnancy, from using oral contraceptives and following menopause; • Medications: Decongestants,

antihistamines and antidepressants can reduce tear production and increase the likelihood for dry eye; • Medical Conditions: Health issues associated with arthritis, diabetes, Sjogren’s syndrome and thyroid problems can lead to dry eye symptoms; • Environment: Dry climates and exposure to wind and smoke may trigger dry eye; • Eyewear/Surgery: Contact lenses may cause dry eye or make eyes less comfortable if they are dry, and some eye surgeries may lead to a temporary decrease in tear production; and • Cosmetics: When the lid margin is coated with heavy makeup, it can block the openings of the oily glands, which help lubricate the eye. Nutrition plays a big role in health, including vision, and dry eye and nutrition are closely linked. Studies have pointed to a simple and effective treatment for dry eye—eating more of the right

fish. Salmon, tuna, herring, mackerel and other cold-water fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and can help reduce inflammation, enhance tear production, and support the eye’s oily outer layer by increasing oil that flows from the glands at the end of the eyelids (called the meibomian glands). If fish doesn’t sound appealing, nutritional supplements can also be incorporated into a diet to help ease the symptoms of dry eyes. Artificial tear drops, ointments and capsules can also be used to help stimulate or maintain tear production and guard against future tear loss. The American Optometric Association (AOA) recommends consulting an eye doctor to ensure proper diagnosis and treatment. The AOA also recommends adults have annual eye exams. To find an optometrist in your area, or for additional information on how best to cope with dry eyes, please visit aoa.org. Source: NewsUSA

“People have their own lives to live, and not everyone wants to work without pay 24/7, for months or years on end,” MacDonald says. “That’s another reason why one person often has to take on the bulk of the responsibility alone.” MacDonald says caregivers overwhelmed by the stress must make a concerted effort to find things that will bring happiness into their lives. “Finding your bliss ranks high on the to-do list,” she says. “It’s not easy, but you always should be on the lookout for things that surprise you and bring you joy.” Marylee MacDonald (www.maryleemacdonald.org) is a caregiver advocate and a writer whose debut novel, “Montpelier Tomorrow,” focuses on a family caring for a loved one with ALS. The novel recently won Gold Medal for Drama from Readers’ Favorites. MacDonald’s fiction has won the Barry Hannah Prize, the ALR Fiction Award, the Ron Rash Award, the Matt Clark Prize and two Illinois Arts Council Fellowships. Her works have appeared in the American Literary Review, Blue Moon Literary & Art Review, Briar Cliff Review, Broad River Review and others. She lives in Tempe, Ariz.

Winter Shelters to Open on Sunday

ocal emergency winter shelters are set to open Sunday, a month earlier than usual, in anticipation of the looming El Nino storm system. Three winter shelters already have opened across the county, including Bell, Lancaster and Pomona. The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority received funding to open eight winter shelters citywide on Sunday, and one on Monday in Long Beach. More than 1,400 beds will be available across the city and county this season according to LAHSA. In September, Los Angeles City Hall declared homelessness a state of emergency. Both city and county leaders are in the middle of discussing plans on how to spend a combined $200 million on affordable housing and services for the homeless. On Tuesday, the Los Angeles City Council adopted a motion introduced by Council members Mike Bonin, Jose Huizar and Marqueece Harris-Dawson to transfer $1.3 million from various funds to pay for the extra months and hours for the (Continued on page 11)

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Sky Taxis Soar Above the Traffic Inglewood May Be Among First User Cities

ave you ever wished you could magically soar above traffic congestion when you find yourself gridlocked? Well, wish no more. The mode of transportation used by the fictional Jetson cartoon characters is now here. SkyTran has announced that sky taxis are making their debut. Much like Disneyland’s Monorail, the aerial transit system features “cars” that magnetically glide 20 to 30 feet above the ground along elevated tracks. Each car can hold up to four people and travel as fast as 60mph. Skytran, based in Mountain View, California, has been developing the system for five years. The pilot project debuted in Tel Aviv at the end of October. The system will run for about 900 feet on the campus of Israel Aerospace Industries, which partnered with SkyTran to develop the cars. If all goes well, the company expects to expand to at least three other Israeli cities and some U.S. cities by 2018. Compared to subway systems, which can cost between $100 mil-

lion and $2 billion a kilometer an overhead mode of transport is much cheaper and simpler to build. According to SkyTran CEO Jerry Sanders, it only takes a fraction of that cost to run his aerial cars. The SkyTran costs about $8 million a kilometer, and the cars cost between $25,000 and $30,000 each. It also uses one-third the energy of a hybrid car.”

Made from steel and aluminum, the aerial system can be assembled and installed in just a matter of days. It uses magnetic levitation technology to move the cars. Electromagnets produce the lift and force to propel the cars forward, which makes the system energy efficient. This technology is especially beneficial in countries where electricity isn’t reliable.

How to Get More Money for Your Business

ongress and the Obama Administration, working in concert, may have produced monumental changes to SEC law and regulation that could stimulate the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises throughout the United States. The changes are potentially significant, affecting millions nationwide. According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), small businesses in America account for 49 percent of all private sector employment. There are about 28 million small businesses and SMEs, making up about 46 percent of the nation’s gross domestic product (GDP), with a total value reaching $7.7 trillion dollars. Despite the fact that these smaller entities account for more than 99 percent of all U.S. businesses, the Federal regulatory climate has been tilted towards the challenge of controlling large-scale companies. The resulting body of complex law and regulation has created a challenging maze for SMEs to navigate. As a result, small businesses have had fewer options for raising capital, depressing job creation and employment opportunity. “So much of our national focus has been on the excesses of big

banks that we have forgotten that the real economic engine of the U.S. is small business,” notes REGULUS CEO David Emery. “We need to give small businesses a means to reach their potential.” That is where the changes in SEC law and regulation come into play. In April 2012, President Obama signed a bipartisan bill nicknamed “The JOBS Act.” The bill is intended to level the playing field by streamlining regulatory requirements, allowing small businesses and SMEs access to billions of dollars held by private investors. Now, in theory, smaller business will be able to utilize the same mechanisms previously held by larger corporations to raise capital for growth and expansion. The law is new and much has yet to be determined regarding its effectiveness and application. In addition, many tough and complicated safeguards remain to prevent fraud and abuse. SMEs hoping to use JOBS Act provisions may want to consider counsel from a qualified and experienced service provider. One such provider is REGULUS. The entity was established to give advisory services to the SME community, with a specific focus on middle-sized businesses.

REGULUS is comprised of a team of hands-on experts who offer personalized resources, including due diligence review, drafting business plans and regulatory filings, and providing strategic business and management consulting. As exciting changes take hold, these services may prove invaluable to affected businesses. To learn more, visit REGULUS at www.reguluscorp.com. Source: NewsUSA

Inglewood and Baltimore are among several U.S. cities that have expressed interest in SkyTran’s systems. SkyTran hopes to begin building its system in Baltimore next year. “Either one of those two cities could have our next pilot systems soon,” Sanders said. Major airports like Paris’ Charles de Gaulle are also considering it.

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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. 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.

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LEGAL NOTICES Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2015 256844 The following Person is doing business as:

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2015 269216 The following Person is doing business as:

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2015 225433 The following Person is doing business as:

Fictitious Business Name Statement File No. 2015 279979 The following Person is doing business as:

Salud Dental Group 2621 East First Street Los Angeles, CA 90033

Lifeguard Latoya 7157 Alvern Street G228 Los Angeles, CA 90045 P O Box 88278 Los Angeles, CA 90009

Simplicity Adult Senior Concierge, LLC 5027 Pacific Coast Hwy, #181 Torrance, CA 90277

Electrical Safety Consultants ESC International 1976 S. LaCienega Blvd., #340 Los Angeles, CA 90034

Registered Owners: Dr. Khakshooy & Dr. Vahedi Dental Group, Inc. 2621 East First Street, Los Angeles, CA 90033 This business is conducted by two individuals. The registrants commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on October 6, 2015. 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.) Dr. Khakshooy & Dr. Vahedi Dental Group, Inc. Owners This statement was filed with the County Clerk on October 6, 2015

Registered Owner: Latoya Butts, 7157 Alvern Street G228, Los Angeles, CA 90045 This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on October 21, 2015. 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.) Latoya Butts, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on October 21, 2015

Registered Owner: Tara Slaughter, 5027 Pacific Coast Highway, #181, Torrance, CA 90277 This business is conducted by two individuals. The registrants commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on August 31, 2015. 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.) Tara Slaulghter, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on August 31, 2015 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.

Registered Owner: Charles Craig Broussard, 1976 S. LaCienega Blvd., # 340, Los Angeles, CA 90034 This business is conducted by an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business listed above on November 3, 2015. 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.) Charles Craig Broussard, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on November 3, 2015.

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.

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Hillary Clinton Meets With Mothers of Slain African-American Sons (Continued from page 1) have risen to the top of the Democratic primary agenda. On Friday, Clinton was repeatedly disrupted by protestors during a speech in Atlanta. “It’s important to say out loud what I am saying because I believe all Americans, especially those of us with privilege and power have a responsibility to face these facts and we need to do a better job not assuming that our experiences are everyone else’s,” Clinton said. “And we need all of us to try walking into one another’s shoes.” Clinton pledged earlier

this year to close background check loopholes and allow victims to sue gun manufacturers. “There is something profoundly wrong,” Clinton said in April during her first speech as a candidate, “when African-American men are still far more likely to be stopped and searched by police, charged with crimes and sentenced to longer prison terms than are meted out to their white counterparts.” Sybrina Fulton, Martin’s mother, described the meeting with Clinton as “powerful” and “productive.” Clinton tweeted about the meeting afterward, saying that she was “grateful to spend time today with mothers who have lost a child to

violence and turned their grief into a national call to action.” Lesley McSpadden, Brown’s mother, said Clinton heard what the group had to say and that they listened to her, too. “I look forward to what is underway,” she said. “She is a mother and she is a woman and I felt she understood where we were coming from,” said Samaria Rice, mother of Tamir Rice. “It doesn’t matter what color we are, I felt that she really understands where we are coming from.” Martin was the 17-yearold Floridian who was killed in 2012 by former neighborhood watch captain George Zimmerman. Zimmerman’s

acquittal sparked protests across the country. Davis was a 17-year-old AfricanAmerican high school student killed in a 2014 shooting that started with a complaint about loud music. Brown was the 18-year-old AfricanAmerican killed in 2014 by a white police officer in Ferguson, Missouri. And Rice was the 12-year-old AfricanAmerican killed by police in Cleveland, Ohio. According to the women, Clinton did not make any explicit promises to them, but did pledge to stay engaged in their causes and work on criminal justice reform. All of the women described the meeting as productive and said Clinton appeared earnest and trustworthy.

Vargas Unseats Brown in Hawthorne (Continued from page 1) ning with 18.4 percent. According to the Daily Breeze, “the top four vote-getters were separated by less than 2 percentage points. Just over 100 votes separated the top four candidates, and the results may hinge on uncounted vote-by-mail and provisional ballots.” Other city council hopefuls included incumbent Councilwoman Olivia Valentine (17.5 percent); City Treasurer

L. David Patterson (10.3 percent); and realtor and local activist Amie Shephard (7.1 percent). Activist Frances Stiglich and student Osvaldo Ramirez both ended up with 4.5 percent. Elected two years ago, Mayor Brown is considered to have led his city into financial ruin in addition to facing personal money troubles. He worked closely with former City Manager Michael Goodson (who was fired in May) to develop the city budget which called for increased spending.

This was despite the fact that the city had a structural deficit, which Goodson and Finance Director Rickey Manbahal allegedly masked. In June, Manbahal told the Hawthorne City Council that Goodson secretly depleted the city’s savings account by more than $5 million. Promising to unite—not divide—people, Vargas said he looked forward to turning the city around. He was first elected to the council in 2009, and is in the middle of his second term. His council vacancy will

have to be filled by appointment or special election. Brown has faced eviction proceedings three times for nonpayment of rent and also faced legal action stemming from other debts. In 2013, he replaced Mayor Danny Juarez, who left office for stealing money from a police officer memorial fund. Prior to Juarez’s term in office, Mayor Larry Guidi was also involved in a scandal—stealing a commercial food mixer from the Hawthorne School District.

Eye on the City (Continued from page 5) of the project can be completed early. This will result in a revised project schedule. Based on current estimates, the anticipated construction budget has now increased from $19,152,00 to an estimated $23,000,000. The council also approved a billboard lease agreement with WOW Media Inc. and housing assistance for veterans. A student from El Camino College wants the City to upgrade its website. Inglewood needs to have updated videos on Youtube and get on Twitter and Instagram, he said. A resident said Councilman George Dotson is not doing enough for his constituents. Councilman Alex Padilla came to his colleague’s defense: “When I look at who used to sit in that seat and who is sitting there now, hands down I’m taking George Dotson any day.” He also defended Dotson’s involvement in community outreach. Addressing the man who made the comment about Dotson’s alleged lack of community involvement, Mayor Butts said, “I was stunned when you said he missed meetings. Every time I (attend an event) Mr. Dotson is there. Last weekend when I could not make a water board meeting, I called Mr. Dotson.” Councilman Franklin commented on the importance of having council members who work together. Recalling when the former council was on opposing sides of the Forum being rebuilt, Franklin said, “There were three of us who were on this council who needed to make critical decisions developing the city. We could not get that in the (former) council member in District 1. Now that we have a new councilman (Dotson), he is a welcome addition to this council.” Morales piggy-backed on Franklin’s comments about the Forum vote: “That vote went down 3 to 2. It is one of the best decisions in the last 20 years. It was a turning point in the City of Inglewood.” Dotson said he was proud of his record as a council member and as a planning commissioner. Kudos to the Rotary Club in Inglewood for providing 200 free eye exams for children at Centinela School.

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Application Period Runs Through Feb. 1 for $1.2 Million Edison Scholars Program

dison International’s $1.2 million Edison Scholars Program, which helps high school seniors realize their dreams of attending college and pursuing studies in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM), announces the start of its 2015-16 application period running through Feb. 1. Thirty high school students in Southern California Edison’s (SCE) service territory are each awarded a $40,000 scholarship paid over four years. Since 2006, Edison International, SCE’s parent company, has awarded nearly $4 million in scholarships to more than 490 Edison Scholars. “Our Edison Scholars Program helps low-income and underrepresented students pursue studies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics,” said Tammy Tumbling, SCE’s director of Philanthropy and Community Investment. “Twenty-first century careers and professional opportunities will be enhanced by young people with STEM expertise, so we strongly encourage high school seniors from SCE’s service area who qualify to apply for the Edison Scholarship.”

Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA or above and either live in or attend public or private high schools in SCE’s service area. High school seniors must demonstrate financial need and plan to be a full-time undergraduate student majoring in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, computer engineering, industrial engineering, computer sciences/ info system, environmental engineering or environmental sciences at a four-year college or university. Students from underserved communities and ethnic minorities are especially encouraged to apply. To apply and get additional eligibility information, students are encouraged to go to: scholarsapply. org/edisonscholars. Scholarship recipients will be announced next April. Recipients may also be eligible for summer internships at SCE after completing their second year of college. Edison International’s support of charitable causes such as the Edison Scholars Program is funded entirely by Edison International shareholders. SCE customers’ utility bill payments do not fund company dona-

The Avenues Shine for Halloween (Continued from page 6) loween parade commenced. Later that evening, we watched the sun set and one by one, families began taking to the street with their trick-or-treat bags in full costume. We typically don’t walk the neighborhood, but this year we wanted to switch it up. I loaded Princess Isis into the car and we drove through the 4th and 5th Avenue neighborhoods and I must say, it reminded me of when I was a kid and the block would be filled with families walking, trying to collect as much candy as physically possible. We parked and Isis went from

house to house meeting new people, gathering treats, and trying to avoid the fake possessed rats that garnished the porches of haunted houses. Isis wanted absolutely no parts of the haunted houses, and I couldn’t blame her. After too many ghouls, goblins, and skulls, she had seen enough and wanted to go home. We passed out a few treats back home, then called it a night. She had a great experience. I was really impressed with the Avenues this year, as they took on the holiday and really made it a memorable experience for the kids of the neighborhood. All the families walking the blocks were friendly. Parents wanted to go home and kick their feet up, but we were

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D at e s i n N o v e m b e r November 12-13, 2015 Tree Light Exchange Trade in your old electricityguzzling incandescent holiday lights for new, energy efficient LED lights. The South Bay Environmental Services Center will present a tree light exchange two days from 9am to 5pm at 20285 S. Western Avenue. New lights will be issued on a first come, first served basis. One box per household. Available for SCE or DWP customers only. A utility bill or driver’s license must be presented to verify residence. Sponsored by Chevron, Verengo Solar and the South Bay Assn. of Realtors. For more information, call (310) 3717222.

tions. In addition, dependents of Edison International employees are not eligible for the Edison Scholars Program. About Edison International Edison International (NYSE: EIX), through its subsidiaries, is a generator and distributor of electric all enjoying the fact that we were all together, for our kids. The residents who passed out candy were such great sports when kids were maybe a little too scared, I couldn’t have asked for a better neighborhood to take Isis for Halloween. It’s been a long running myth that going into the more affluent communities, you find better candy, it’s safer, and if you’re really lucky, you may even find some money in your bag. Well, I’ll tell you this, Inglewood isn’t Beverly Hills, but we were definitely safe, the candy was top notch, and the best part is that it’s an opportunity to become more acquainted with the folks in your neighborhood.

Ongoing Talk to a Lawyer Online In cooperation with the City of Inglewood, the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) now offers a teleconferencing center at the Main Library, where you can speak to a lawyer live, and send them documents. They offer legal advice and guidance on a variety of civil matters, including evictions, divorces, and child custody. They can provide referrals to private attorneys, other legal services, or other resources as needed. Hours for teleconferencing are every Wednesday from 11am to 2pm. Ask the Audio/Visual Desk assistant for help or call ahead for an appointment at (310) 412-5380. power and an investor in infrastructure and energy assets, including renewable energy. Headquartered in Rosemead, Calif., Edison International is the parent company of Southern California Edison.

Winter Shelters to Open Sunday (Continued from page 8) emergency winter shelters. Homeless individuals in Inglewood can find shelter at the Inglewood Armory, 111 Grosvenor Blvd. Other shelters opening on Sunday are located at: • Bethel AME Church, 7900 S. Western Ave., Los Angeles • Testimonial Community Love Center, 5701 S. Western Ave., Los Angeles • West Los Angeles Armory, 1300 Federal Ave., Los Angeles • Ward AME Church, 1177 W. 25th St., Los Angeles

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