UBC-TV Makes an Impressive Start to 2013 in Los Angeles

Cover Photo- Peggy Dodson, CEO/President UBC-TV at press conference. Photo by Buddy Sampson. Inside photo- (L-R) Bottom row- Reginald Idlett, UBC-TV, Red "Sabre" Williams, ABA, Don Sanchez, ABA, and Art Sandoval. Top row (L-R) Veronica Jones, UBC-TV, Lynn Pingol, Unheard Voices, Peggy Dodson,...

January 14th, 2013 | Entertainment, Sports | Read More

Inspirational Coaching and Advice

Cover photo and Inside photo- Kim Somers Egelsee. Her column addresses how to handle depression. By Kim Somers Egelsee Question: When I am having a depressed or down in the dumps day or period of time, what are some ways to climb out of it positively? Advice: If you are human you’re going to...

January 12th, 2013 | Kim Somers Egelsee | Read More

Landing of the Urban Rebels

Cover and Inside photo- Kongit Farrell (L) Playwright and Actress, "Landing of the Urban Rebels," shows off Hula Girl cocktails. Photo by Sandy Schwartz. By Greg Thompson The bulbs were poppin’ Thursday 12-13 in the Flight Theater at the Complex in Hollywood. A dozen members of the press...

January 11th, 2013 | Theater | Read More

Reggie Pinuelas-People You Should Know-“Chasing The Green-Living Life Up To Par Is An Everyday Struggle.”

Cover Photo- Reggie Pinuelas. Photo by Judith Orr Photography. Inside Photo- Reggie "PinHi" Pinuelas at the range. Photo by Sandra Simon. By Buddy Sampson Professional sports, including golf, have an allure that attracts athletes to participate in them. Much has been made of the travails...

January 3rd, 2013 | People You Should Know, Sports | Read More

Java With Javelyn At The Unurban Cafe

Javelyn, who plays ukelele, keyboards and guitar is nothing short of remarkable. Photo by Diana Ligon. By Bernard Samms Indie Music, largely ignored by major labels, was on display October 20th, 2012 at the Unurban Cafe in Santa Monica. Hosted by mega-talented singer/songwriter Javelyn, the evening...

December 14th, 2012 | Entertainment | Read More

Muay Thai In America

Cover photo-a fighter is handled by his corner. Photo-Tania Anderson. A fighter is bloodied in the first bout of the evening. Photo by Andre D. Cohen. By Tania Anderson and Buddy Sampson Marina Del Rey, CA- In honor of King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s 85th birthday, Muay Thai boxers competed in a Mixed...

December 7th, 2012 | Sports | Read More

Barack Obama Wins Second Term as President

President Barack Obama greets his supporters in Chicago. Photo by Jeff Haynes/Reuters. In a hotly contested election campaign, Barack Obama won re-election for a second term as President of the United States. Shortly after the polls closed on the West Coast, several networks, including CNN, MSNBC, ABC-TV,...

November 7th, 2012 | News2 | Read More

Commentary-Let’s Seize This Moment

Let's Seize The Moment-Vote for Obama, November 6, 2012. By Buddy Sampson The moment is finally here. It is the eve of the 2012 Presidential Election, and Americans are faced with a crucial decision. For many, it is a difficult choice, especially those that are still struggling in our sagging...

November 6th, 2012 | Commentary | Read More

America’s Mayors: A Clear Economic Choice in this Election

The 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama. Huffington Post // Mayor Anthony Foxx, Charlotte; Mayor Tom Barrett, Milwaukee; Mayor Bob Buckhorn, Tampa; Mayor Michael Coleman, Columbus; Mayor Michael Hancock, Denver; Mayor Stephanie Miner, Syracuse; Mayor Michael Nutter, Philadelphia; Mayor...

November 3rd, 2012 | News2 | Read More

President Barack Obama Deserves Four More Years-Commentary

Governor Mitt Romney (L) and President Barack Obama. Credit: MANDEL NGAN/AFP/GettyImages. First, before I go any further, we, The Scoop LA, enthusiastically support the Re-Election of President Barack Obama. And President Obama needs you. Without your vote, he cannot win. Barack Obama has done...

October 24th, 2012 | Commentary | Read More