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for Suspects in Death of USC Student
LOS ANGELES (CNS) - The search continues for three or four men in their 20s suspected of shooting to death a USC student who was the son of an Oakland City Council member in an apparent robbery attempt near the campus.
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T happened just after midnight Sunday near the corner of Maple Avenue and Adams Boulevard, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. The suspects approached the victim and attempted to rob him, leading to the shooting, authorities said. The victim was identified as Victor McElhaney, a 21-year-old student at USC's Thornton School of Music and son of Oakland City Council member Lynette Gibson McElhaney. "It is with the utmost sadness that I share with you the tragic news that my son, Victor M c E l h a n e y, was slain last night in a senseless act of violence,'' the councilwoman said. ``I miss my baby. Please keep me, my family and all of my Interim USC son's friends in President your thoughts and prayers. Wanda Austin We are beginning a new chapter in this reoccurring circle of violence and it will take all of us together to make it through this tragedy.'' Lynette Gibson McElhaney described her son as ``a son of Oakland. He was a musician who drew his inspiration from the beat, soul and sound of the Town and he belonged in every nook and cranny of Oakland.'' Interim USC President Wanda Austin n Death, see page 5
He believed in the power of music to touch lives to heal and to bring hope.
Courtesy Lynette McElhaney
Victor McElhaney (right) with his mother, Oakland City Councilwoman Lynette and father Clarence, celebrating his 21st birthday at a bar in Oakland.
Wally the Cat is Available for Adoption Now The Department of Animal Care and Control rescued a terrified cat that became stuck in a cinderblock wall on February 21, 2019. The feline is now in foster with one of our officers and available for adoption today. Please help Wally find a forever home. Find out more information by calling (562) 940-6898 and ask about Wally A5257373.
$70M Magic Johnson Park Renovation Breaks Ground
Surrounded by hundreds of cheering South Los Angeles residents, Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas and Earvin “Magic” Johnson kicked off a $70-million renovation of the park bearing the basketball legend’s name in the community of Willowbrook. The project represents the largest investment in a park improvement ever by the County of Los Angeles, and is the first phase of a master plan that is slated to dramatically transform Magic Johnson Park over the next two decades. “We are making magic at Magic Johnson Park, and the result is going to be visionary,” Supervisor Ridley-Thomas said. “Besides providing amenities that currently don’t exist in this
community, we are enhancing the beauty of this space and creating opportunities to strengthen the bonds of this community. These improvements will be nothing
short of transformative." “For almost 25 years, the Magic Johnson Park has been used for daily exercise, family outings, and celebrations,” said
Johnson, after whom the park was named in 1994 following his retirement from the NBA. “I’m excited about this significant n $70M Magic, see page 5
LA County Library Named as Finalist for 2019 National Medal for Museum and Library Service The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announced that LA County Library is among the 30 finalists for the 2019 National Medal for Museum and Library Service, one of 15 libraries selected nationwide. The National Medal is the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries for service to their communities. For 25 years, the award has celebrated institutions that demonstrate extraordinary and innovative approaches to public service and are making a difference for individuals, families, and communities. “The 30 National Medal finalists showcase the tremendous ability of libraries and museums to serve as vital community resources,” said IMLS Director Dr. Kathryn K. Matthew. “The Institute of Museum and Library Services is honored to recognize these leading institutions. We congratulate them on the work they are doing across the United States.” LA County Library is one of three California institutions to have been selected n LA County, see page 5