The Chieftain

Cover photo- The Chieftain, a modern psychological thriller. Inside photo- Writer and Producer Edward Heede. By Buddy Sampson Modern psychological thrillers have captivated the sensibilities of the viewing public, ever since the genre was introduced in film. Films, such as “The Fugitive,” “The...

January 11th, 2020 | Entertainment, Film Reviews | Read More

Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill

Cover photo: Theater Patron Allen Wallace, 94 years old WW II Veteran & current Cross Guard/City of Long Beach, enjoys “Lady Day.” Inside photo- Karole Foreman and Stephan Terry. Both photos by Kim Webster. By Kim Webster Long Beach CA – Billie Holiday was crowned “Lady Day” by...

January 10th, 2020 | Columnists, Kim's Kronicles | Read More

The Auntie Brunch

Cover photo: Comedienne Annie McKnight and TV and movie legend Charo clown on the red carpet. Inside Photo: Telma Hopkins, along with Maxine Waters, Liz Torres, Hattie Winston and Marla Gibbs, among others, were honored at The Auntie Brunch. Story to come. Photos by Kim Webster. By Kim Webster...

December 12th, 2019 | Community News, Entertainment | Read More

Brendon Spiro- People You Should Know

Cover and Inside Photo- Brendon Spiro. From Apartheid to Success By Buddy Sampson Brendon Spiro, born in Capetown, South Africa is an actor, producer and playwright that grew up with the backdrop of a nation torn by the turmoil of apartheid. With a keen eye for his craft, he knew his career path from...

September 26th, 2019 | People You Should Know | Read More

Simple Can Be More

Cover photo- A dad teaches his children. Inside photo- a mom teaches. Both photos by Getty Images. Musings from a Vietnam Veteran By Dwight Allan Osborne Parents- if you are concerned about your children’s education-please read this-you will be glad you did. At home, anywhere- a two-year old can...

September 9th, 2019 | Community News, Opinion | Read More

Boxing Champ and TV Personality Laila Ali Named as the 2019 Book Fair Ambassador of the 13TH Annual Leimert Park Village Book Fair

Cover and Inside photo- Laila Ali. LOS ANGELES – World renowned athlete, fitness and wellness advocate, television personality and popular TV home chef, Laila Ali is the 2019 Book Fair Ambassador for the 13th Annual Leimert Park Village Book Fair (LPVBF). She will be signing her new cook...

August 17th, 2019 | Community News, News | Read More

32nd Annual Long Beach Jazz Festival

Cover and Inside photo: Los Angeles icon and violinist Karen Briggs electrifies The Long Beach Jazz Festival, performing in two groups. Photo by Kim Webster. By Kim Webster This year continues with the Festival theme,”A Healthy Taste of Jazz.” Health & Wellness Pavilion Speakers included: Dr....

August 17th, 2019 | Columnists, Kim's Kronicles | Read More

People You Should Know- Henry Waller- Soothing Acid Reflux the Natural Way

The healing properties of tea have been proven for centuries. Henry Waller’s Acid Reflux Tea can soothe symptoms related to Acid Reflux. Visit his website at www.acidrefluxtea.com. By Buddy Sampson The healing properties of teas and herbs date back centuries to ancient China in the Yunnan...

August 9th, 2019 | People You Should Know | Read More

H.U.F. Gives Scholarships & Celebrates Fathers

Cover and Inside Photo- Legendary Gospel Artist Donnie McClurkin. Photo by Kim Webster. By Kim Webster LONG BEACH CA – The 17th Annual Honoring Unsung Fathers (H.U.F.)Awards & Scholarship Brunch was held at the Long Beach Hilton Hotel on Father’s Day June 16. Judge Mablean Ephriam established...

August 5th, 2019 | Columnists, Kim's Kronicles | Read More

Five Reasons Why You Should Attend the Long Beach Jazz Festival

Cover and Inside Photo- Revelers enjoy music, with the lovely scenery of the Rainbow Park Lagoon as a backdrop. Photo by Longbeachjazzfestival.com. By Buddy Sampson The heat of late summer is bearing down on Rainbow Lagoon Park in Long Beach with the music of jazz circulating around the harbor....

August 3rd, 2019 | Travel | Read More