Commentary- Vote Like Your Life Depends on it- It Does, You Know

Vote as it your life depends on it. It does you know… First, we are living in unprecedented times, times I thought I’d never see again in my lifetime. Hatred and division seem to be growing at an incredible rate. Just last week, President Donald Trump said the following at a rally while discussing...

November 2nd, 2026 | Columnists | Read More

Paula Stewart- Much More Than Lucille Ball’s Best Friend

Paula Stewart has an amazing story to tell. Her book “Lucy Loves Me,” is in its second printng and a must buy. By Buddy Sampson The sophisticated, urbane actress, on a hot day in Southern California, answers her door. Her dog Cookie, immediately greets me with warmth, jumping on my lap. Her...

October 31st, 2026 | Entertainment, History | Read More

Remembering Baj Ridgell, a Kind and Talented Musician

Cover and Inside photo- Baj Ridgell- A King that will be missed. Photo by Lamar Webster. Baj Ridgell. Mbaji. I was devastated to hear of his passing earlier in the year. His passing hit me like a ton of bricks, because I was with him a short time before his untimely passing. I knew him as Baj, but he...

October 31st, 2026 | Community News, Entertainment | Read More

Beverly Hills Fashion Designer Oliver Tolentino-An Elite Performance at NYFW

Cover photo- One of Oliver Tolentino’s elegant designs. Inside photo- Founder of NYFW & Former Executive Director of CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) Fern Mallis, Oliver Tolentino, & celebrity 10-year-old designer Max Alexander. Cover photo by Felicia Carter. Inside photo...

October 29th, 2026 | Beauty, Fashion, Style | Read More

Wanda Ray Willis-Masterful At Her Craft

Cover and Inside photo: Wanda Ray Willis. Her live performances and portrayal of icon Dorothy Dandridge has received international acclaim. When it comes to entertaining and holding an audience, Wanda Ray Willis is masterful at her craft. The singer, musician, actress, writer, producer, dancer and entrepreneur...

August 6th, 2026 | Entertainment | Read More

Villa Blanca Lifestyle Grand Opening Gala Benefiting the California Heritage Collective

Cover and Inside Photo- Sasha Kerbel (L) and Ashley Murphy, Founding Partners of Villa Blanca Lifestyle. Photo by Tommy Rupp. The Historic 1929 Spanish Villa Opened as a Luxury Event & Social House in Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, California- Villa Blanca Lifestyle, an elegant venue in Toluca Lake, opened...

July 11th, 2026 | Home, Restaurant Row, Style | Read More

Gil Scott Heron-The Revolution Will Not Be Televised

Cover: Gil Scott Heron. Inside photo: Gil Scott Heron and the cast of Bluesology, which includes (L-R) Victor Orlando, Lorenzo Frank, Gia Scott-Heron(Gil Scott-Heron’s daughter), Denise Lyles-Cook-The Oracle, Tuesday Conner, Conney Williams, Yano Watts, Lynne Conner and Art.Us Mansoir. 8x NAACP...

April 15th, 2026 | Community News, Entertainment | Read More

The Knowledge Is Healing Tour – Engaging The Miracle of The Human Body

Attend the virtual seminar. See article for details. 60-MINUTES WITH NATIONAL WELLNESS EXPERTS The Gut-Brain Connection: Toxins in the gut, the root of mental illness Pomona, CA (A Zoom (Virtual) Presentation): Zen Honeycutt, Founder of Moms Across America will present findings that our children are...

April 14th, 2026 | Community News | Read More

Induction of Rev Jason Haynes at Historical BME Church

Cover photo: Former Pastor Carvin E. Washington Sr. and new Pastor Jason Haynes. Inside photo: BME Church. By Kim Webster ST CATHARINES CANADA – Cold 15 degree winter weather did not stop folks from attending the induction of Reverend Jason Haynes on February 8, 2026 as the new Pastor of Zion Baptist...

April 14th, 2026 | Columnists, History, Kim's Kronicles | Read More

Skypilot Theater’s One Act Festival, Series B- The Ladies Dominate the Stage

Cover and Inside Photo- Darci Monet. By Buddy Sampson Small theater productions can often be the testing ground for actors and actresses. Most of the biggest stars in Hollywood have cut their teeth, their acting chops in small theater productions. The Skypilot Theatre, located in Atwater Village, provided...

March 12th, 2026 | Community News, Entertainment | Read More