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Council Moves to Designate Historic Japanese American Fishing Village as Cultural Monument on 83rd Anniversary of Executive Order 9066

McOsker was joined at City Hall by the Terminal Islanders Association, a group of former residents and their descendants who…

8 months ago

Tuesday Talk: San Pedro Artist Laurie Steelink Speaks at Kleefeld Contemporary

Steelink’s abstract imagery references scientific and spiritual perspectives, from cellular structures seen under a microscope to altered visions that can…

8 months ago

Time to Reform the LA Neighborhood Council Voting System

In Los Angeles, it is easier to vote for the U.S. presidency than it is to vote for a community…

9 months ago

NYC’s ‘Idle Warriors’ Are Cashing in on Cleaner Air – Should LA Follow?

By Rick Thomas In New York City they call themselves ‘Idle Warriors.”  Gasoline and diesel trucks that sit still just…

9 months ago

97% Complete, 100% Stopped ― The Silver RV Park Controversy Unfolds

By Rick Thomas I started writing this piece over 6 months ago.  Still an ongoing, never-ending mess.  A mess.  Not…

9 months ago

Letters to the Editor: Activism Inquiry, Port Eviction, Firework Warzones, Unsatisfactory Content

Tired of Doom Scrolling Good morning James Preston Allen.  I am an RLn subscriber (yes...actual paying subscriber) living in San…

9 months ago

Black in Place: Honoring the Black Diaspora’s Legacy

  It's Black History Month but the current regime is trying to wipe it away. It began as a way…

9 months ago

Roots & Rhythm: “Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Future”

The Arts Council for Long Beach will showcase the rich history, art, and spirit of Leimert Park, a historic hub…

9 months ago

San Pedro’s Own Brenton Wood (July 26, 1941 to Jan. 3, 2025)

“The tunes like that just feel good, Oogum Boogum’ and Gimme Little Sign are two good-spirited songs,” Wood said. “It…

9 months ago

Students Protest in L.A. as Fear Grows Over ICE Impersonators and Deportation Policies

The San Pedro and Banning School students demonstrators are emphasizing the importance of unity and standing up for immigrant rights.

9 months ago