The Compton Bulletin

LA COUNTY’S PATHWAY HOME FOR RV ENCAMPMENTS MAKES SUCCESS LAUNCH

58 people housed and 30 RVs taken off the streets in East Gardena and Rancho Dominguez

Los Angeles Coun-

ty’s new Pathway Home program to resolve encampments, including recreational vehicles (RVs), successfully placed 58 people into interim housing – including families with children – and removed 30 dilapidated RVs being used as makeshift dwellings on the streets of unincorporated East Gardena bordering West Rancho Dominguez.

THIS latest operation raises the total number of people brought into hotels and motels up to 108 since Pathway Home launched on August 9th. Meanwhile, the County’s RV-focused operations have taken 48 RVs off the streets, including the latest tally from Pathway Home.

Pathway Home is a critical component of the County’s multi-

pronged response to the homelessness emergency declared by the Board of Supervisors earlier this year. Leveraging emergency powers, partnerships with local jurisdictions, and Measure H funding, Pathway Home helps people in encampments come indoors by offering them a hotel or motel room or other type of immediately available interim housing, along with a comprehensive suite of supportive services that

can help them achieve stability and ultimately move into permanent housing.

“This is LA County government in action,” said Supervisor Holly Mitchell, who, with Supervisor Kathryn Barger, authored the motion to establish the pilot program that became the foundation of Pathway Home’s RV encampment resolution protocol.

“Ending homelessness, especial-

By Dennis J. Freeman (Compton Bulletin) – Mark Ridley Thomas, a political giant in Los Angeles and California politics, was sentenced to three

years in prison on Aug. 28.

The longtime political stalwart, who once served in the capacity of an elected official as a member of the Los Angeles City, a member of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, a California State Senator, and Assemblymember, was accused of bribery, conspiracy, and wire fraud, among other charges.

The several decades of good work that Ridley Thomas has done is now complicated by the fact that he is a convicted felon, said Los Angeles Urban Policy Roundtable President Dr. Earl Ofari Hutchinson.

“Thomas’s legacy will continue to be much disputed within and without Los Angeles Black community and among his constituents, “ Hutchinson said. “History will mark him as both someone who broke the law and abused his office and at the same time someone who was a strong advocate for social justice and Black political empowerment. It’s a both a tragic and unique legacy.”

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Achievement of SoCal and Compton Unified launch 3DE learning model at Dominguez High School

Compton, CA — Junior Achievement of SoCal (JASoCal), in partnership with Compton Unified School District, proudly announces the successful launch of the innovative 3DE by Junior

Achievement (3DE) learning model at Dominguez High School. The kick-off press conference, held on August 24, showcased the cutting-edge advancement in education and how it equips students with

the skills needed to excel in the ever evolving 21st century workforce.

United around the belief that equitable access to highquality education is a lever to

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Mark Ridley Thomas receives sentence

Rep. Barragán, Commissioner Roybal-Allard announce funding for Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator’s Public EV Infrastructure program

U.S. Congresswoman

Nanette Barragán joined Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator Chief Executive Officer Matt Petersen, and Los Angeles Harbor Commissioner Lucille Roybal-Allard to celebrate $1,500,000 in federal funding she secured for Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator’s Public Charging Infrastructure for Electric Vechicle (EV) Drayage Trucks.

“PORT communities live next to diesel trucks, ships, trains, and cargo-handling equipment that pollute our air and cause serious public health impacts on communities of color,” said Rep. Barragán. “I am proud to have secured this funding to support infrastructure for electric drayage trucks at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, which will reduce pollution from the freight industry and improve the quality

of life in our communities.”

The funding, secured by Congresswoman Barragán in last year’s government funding bill, will provide for the installation of public electric car-battery chargers capable of fully charging an electric drayage truck in less than 30 minutes. Transportation of goods is the largest source of air pollution in the Los Angeles region.

It is critical to the neighborhoods living next to and within these heavily trafficked corridors and facilities that we replace the thousands of diesel powered 18-wheelers with new, zero-emission trucks and port machinery. The chargers represent crucial progress to address truck fleet operators’ need for charging infrastructure away from home facilities, which will further accelerate the transition to zero-emission trucks.

This investment builds on the record funding from the Inflation Reduction Act, where Representative Barragán secured $3 billion of investments for zero emissions equipment and technology at ports, based off her Climate Smart Ports Act.

The League of Women Voters of California blasts Gov. Newsom’s call for a constitutional convention

Sacramento, CA — The League of Women Voters of California (LWVC) strongly opposes Governor Newsom’s recent decision to seek an Article V constitutional convention. The proposal, encapsulated in SJR 7, seeks to add California to the states aiming to alter the U.S. Constitution, a move that comes without a clear structure or guidelines.

The Constitution is a living document, representing the fundamental tenets on which our democracy rests. The LWVC supports targeted and focused policy action to address gun violence and the damage it is doing to our children and our communities. A

constitutional convention is not the right approach.

“Opening a Constitutional Convention puts every right, civil liberty, and underlying value of our country at risk. There are no limits or guardrails to what can be changed during a Constitutional Convention and it opens the door to well-funded special interests buying access to change the Constitution to serve their purposes” said Chris Carson, President of the League of Women Voters of California.

The uncertainty surrounding the nature of a Constitutional Convention cannot be understated. Former Chief Justice Warren Burger once

expressed concerns about the ambiguity and danger, noting, “[T]here is no way to effectively limit or muzzle the actions of a Constitutional Convention. The Convention could make its own rules and set its own agenda. Congress might try to limit the Convention to one amendment or one issue, but there is no way to assure that the Convention would obey. After a Convention is convened, it will be too late to stop the Convention if we don’t like its agenda.”

Key concerns articulated by the LWVC include:

• Threat to National Stability: Advocating for a Constitutional Convention plunges

the nation into an era of unparalleled tension, uncertainty, and protracted legal battles that might irreversibly alter America’s trajectory.

• Shift of Power from the People: An Article V Convention would elevate the voices of politicians and special interests above those of ordinary people. Such a development could result in an unprecedented opportunity for the few to reshape the core principles of the country for the many.

• Unbridled Convention

Agendas: Historical precedents caution that a Constitutional Convention might not restrict itself to its original

mandate and every right that we have as Californians and Americans would be placed at risk.

The LWVC calls on the legislature to reject this dangerous path forward. “California should not take this enormous risk with the rights of every person who lives in our state. We implore the legislature and every Californian to reject SJR 7 and continue working with communities to find solutions to our challenges that do not put the very foundations of our state in peril.” Added Stephanie Doute, Executive Director of the League of Women Voters of California.

As culture wars escalate, California officials push back on conservative school board policies

By Carolyn Jones and Alexei Koseff

California’s culture wars escalated Monday as the state sued a school district over its transgender student policy, and a parents’ group took the first step toward placing a trio of initiatives on next year’s ballot that would restrict protections for transgender youth.

THE moves follow highly publicized incidents last month in which state leaders attempted to rein in school boards they said had run afoul of civil rights laws. Under California’s local control system, school boards have wide latitude to enact their own policies — a freedom that’s now being tested as a handful of districts move to expand parental rights by limiting the rights of LGBTQ students.

Monday morning, Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a complaint against the Chino Valley Unified School District in San Bernardino County over its new policy requiring parental notification when students change their gender identity at school.

The complaint, filed in San Bernardino County Superior Court, seeks a temporary restraining order against enforcement of the policy, which Bonta referred to as the “forced outing” of transgender and gender nonconforming students, while the court determines whether it violates state law.

“It presents students with a terrible choice,” the attorney general said at a news conference in Los Angeles. “Either walk back your rights to gender identity and gender expression, to be yourself, to be who you are, or face the risk of serious harm. Mental harm, emotional harm,

physical harm.”

The policy requires schools to notify parents when students request to be identified by a name or pronoun, or use facilities or participate in a program that does not align with the sex on their official records. Parents would be notified even if they do not have the student’s permission.

Bonta said this could potentially put students with parents hostile to their gender expression in danger. He argued that the policy violates California’s constitutional right to privacy, as well as the state’s equal protection clause and state laws that guarantee students the equal right to an education regardless of their gender identity.

Citing comments from

school board members who said transgender students were suffering from a mental illness and a perversion, Bonta said the policy was plainly discriminatory.

“In its function, in its text and in its context, this policy is destructive, it’s discriminatory and it is downright dangerous,” Bonta said. “It has no place in California, which is why we have moved in court to strike it down.”

‘Desperate attempt to stop us’

Sonja Shaw, Chino Valley’s school board president, was undaunted by the lawsuit, and said the district’s policy is legally sound.

“This is a desperate attempt to stop us, and quite honestly, it’s embarrassing that Bonta is wasting so much time

their parents knowing of their preferred gender identity, staff must notify police or child protective services and won’t immediately notify parents.

Chino Valley Unified was among the state’s first districts to enact such a policy, which is based on a bill that’s currently stalled in the Legislature. Assembly Bill 1314, proposed by Assemblymember Bill Essayli, a Republican from Riverside, would have reversed the state’s current policy of protecting the privacy of LGBTQ students who might not be “out” at home. Because the chair of the Assembly education committee, Al Muratsuchi, declined to schedule the bill for a hearing, Essayli said he would contact school boards directly and urge them to pursue the issue.

and money on this,” Shaw said Monday. “Every time he does something like this, it’s a gift, because it exposes who these people really are — extremists who want to come between students and their parents.”

At a boisterous meeting July 20, the Chino Valley Unified board voted 4-1 to pass the policy requiring school staff to notify parents within three days of discovering that a child has changed their gender identity. That could include changing their name or pronouns, joining a single-sex team or club or using bathrooms or locker rooms that don’t align with their gender at birth.

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond attended the meeting to protest the policy, but police escorted him out when he spoke longer than his allotted time.

Andi Johnston, Chino Valley Unified communications director, said that the district’s policy does actually include protections for students who might be at risk for abuse from parents. If a student believes they are in danger or may be abused, injured or neglected due to

Since then, three other districts — Anderson Union High School District in Shasta County, and Murrieta Valley Unified and Temecula Valley Unified in Riverside County — have adopted similar policies. Several others have proposals in the works.

Going to the voters in 2024

A few hours after Bonta filed his lawsuit, the group Protect Kids California filed state paperwork to place three initiatives on the fall 2024 ballot that would require schools to notify parents when students alter their gender identity; restrict girls’ locker rooms, bathrooms and sports teams to “biological” girls, based on the sex assigned them on their birth certificates; and ban surgery and hormone therapy for transgender minors.

“These initiatives are necessary because we have a Legislature that’s out of touch with most Californians, so we’re taking these issues directly to the voters,” said Jonathan Zachreson, a Roseville City School District board member and president of Students First California, which is backing the initiatives.”

People show support for three statewide initiatives at a press conference at the state Capitol in Sacramento on Aug. 28, 2023. Photo by Rahul Lal for CalMatters

Assemblymember Bill Essayli, a Corona Republican, speaks during a press conference at the state Capitol in Sacramento on Aug. 28, 2023. Photo by Rahul Lal for CalMatters

Prioritizing Your Health Now That the Public Health Emergency is Over

(StatePoint) With the national COVID-19 Public Health Emergency officially over, medical experts say it’s time to address the health challenges that may have been neglected during -- or created by -- the pandemic.

risk of heart disease, a 32% increased risk of stroke, and a 50% increased risk of developing dementia for older adults. Spending time with loved ones, friends or community groups can quickly have a positive impact on mental and physical health.

24/7. Anyone experiencing a suicidal, substance use or mental health crisis can call or text 988 to speak to trained crisis counselors.

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MAKING time for you and your family’s preventive medical care and investing in your mental health is essential right now,” says Jack Resneck Jr, MD, president of the American Medical Association (AMA). “As you settle into old routines or find new ones, you may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, afraid or depressed. Give yourself permission to express these emotions, while taking steps to get needed care.”

For better health and wellness, the AMA offers these tips:

1. Stay connected: According to the U.S. Surgeon General, the health consequences of isolation include a 29% increased

2. Practice self-care: Getting regular exercise, practicing gratitude and getting enough sleep are all forms of self-care that can improve mental health. Check out the National Institute of Mental Health’s resources, which include ideas for better understanding what causes your symptoms and what coping techniques might help you manage your mental health.

3. Know the signs: Feelings of hopelessness or irritability, loss of interest in hobbies and activities, and decreased energy or appetite can all be signs of depression. If you are experiencing signs of a mental health condition, speak to your primary care physician or a psychiatrist. Be aware of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, a national hotline available

4. Get screened: It’s estimated that since April 2020, 3.9 million breast cancer, 3.8 million colorectal cancer and 1.6 million prostate cancer diagnoses may have been missed due to pandemic-related care disruptions. If you’re due for preventive care, tests or screenings, make an appointment.

5. Don’t wait: An estimated 41% of adults with one or more chronic health conditions reported delaying or forgoing health care since the pandemic started. Additionally, one in three of those adults reported that doing so worsened one or more of their health conditions or limited their ability to work or perform other daily activities. Whether you have a chronic health condition or not, don’t wait until something is wrong before seeing a doctor. If something does feel off, schedule an appointment as soon as possible.

Cal State Long Beach receives $11 million gift from Ballmer Group

Gift is the largest ever received by the university’s College of Education

LONG BEACH, Calif. –California is experiencing an early childhood teacher shortage. In partnership with Ballmer Group, California State University, Long Beach and California State University, Dominguez Hills are leading the way to close the 12 - 15,000 person teacher gap.

THE goal is to develop and place across LA County PK-3 early childhood teachers who are culturally competent and racially diverse. Ballmer

Group is excited that this partnership will increase the number of children who will be taught by credentialed early childhood educators who share their cultural and lived experiences.

Cal State Long Beach received an $11 million gift from Ballmer Group, a transformational investment that will enable the university to credential early childhood educators and prepare generations of children for kindergarten. It is the largest gift received for programs in the university’s College of Education.

In 2021, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that by

2025, nearly 400,000 4-yearolds would be enrolled in transitional kindergartenlaunching what is expected to become the largest universal preschool program in the country.

“We are excited to partner with Ballmer Group in preparing teachers for highquality prekindergarten to all 4-year-old children in the State of California,” said Anna Ortiz, dean of the College of Education at CSULB. “The gift will enable us to provide meaningful financial support to current early childhood educators, so they are ready to enter our elementary schools. It also offers a pathway for

the excellent employment opportunities our public schools provide. The gift will also support the development of the PK-3 credential, giving all students at CSULB an additional career option in education. We are grateful for Ballmer’s generous support.”

Cal State Dominguez Hills received a gift of $22 million for credentialing of universal preschool instructors from Ballmer Group as well.

“Early education is a gamechanger for giving kids a fair shot in school and life,” said Kim Brownson, director of Strategy and Policy at Ballmer Group. “Teachers are vital to this work, and CSUDH

and CSULB will now be able to support LA’s future early educators through scholarships, degree programs and partnerships to support our children’s learning.”

Connie and Steve Ballmer co-founded Ballmer Group in 2015 to focus on improving economic mobility and opportunity for children and families in the United States, who are disproportionately likely to remain in poverty. Ballmer Group directs its philanthropy to help ensure that a person thrives through a healthy birth and stable family, a safe childhood and adolescence, a good education, and a career that can support a family.

CSU Dominguez Hills to bolster racially diverse educators with $22 Million gift from Ballmer Group

More than 1,000 new teachers of preschool and early elementary school grades will start work in the Golden State over the next six years thanks to two new programs being launched at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), following a transformative gift announced today.

Ballmer Group is committing a historic $22 million to CSUDH over six years, marking the largest donation ever given to the university. The majority of the gift will fund scholarships for students through the university’s Toros Teach L.A. program, which will help address California’s severe shortage of early childhood educators by preparing, graduating, and placing culturally competent, racially diverse teachers and leaders in schools across the Los Angeles region.

“This program, supported by a generous gift from Ballmer Group, will have an outstanding impact on communities with a high need for credentialed preschool and early childhood educators,” said CSUDH President Thomas A. Parham.

“It will support communities of color by creating a pipeline of teachers working and staying in the area, and improve those educators’ ability to create positive outcomes for their students through the use of culturally competent pedagogies.”

California’s early education workforce faces a serious shortfall of teachers, with some estimates putting the need at nearly 10,000 educators as the state expands access to transitional kindergarten to all 4-year-olds by the 202526 school year. CSUDH’s Toros Teach L.A. program will include two initiatives to address this need: Early Childhood Excellence and Black Educator Excellence. Through these, the university will build equity-embedded credentials, help districts recruit and support their Black educators and all educators of Black children, and enable educators to forge successful teaching careers with less debt and improved career retention.

“We are excited to work with Ballmer Group toward educating and mentoring culturally responsive teachers for the preschool-3rd grade classrooms

of the Los Angeles region,” said Jessica Zacher Pandya, dean of the College of Education at CSUDH. “With this generous gift, we can offer this training to more future teachers, who can then serve the communities they come from while helping to alleviate this critical need for the state.”

The grant supports scholarships for up to 1,200 students, allowing them to earn bachelor’s degrees and PK-3 or K-8 teaching credentials. The program also includes training and upskilling for current teachers, including new units needed for the PK-3 credential once it becomes available and certificate coursework for current teachers who want to improve their ability to teach ethnically diverse learners.

“This significant, impactful gift accelerates our rollout of the new PK-3 credential, while also fostering a diverse pool of future educators,” said Mi-Sook Kim, dean of CSUDH’s College of Health, Human Services and Nursing, which houses the Department of Child Development. “Our Child Development program will also support current teachers looking

to upgrade their learning and earn a new credential to progress in their career.”

Ballmer Group’s grant to CSUDH was paired with a gift of $11 million to California State University, Long Beach, to support similar programs on that campus.

“Early education is a gamechanger for giving kids a fair shot in school and life,” said Kim Pattillo Brownson, Director of Strategy and Policy for Ballmer Group. “Teachers are vital to this work, and CSUDH and CSULB will now be able to support L.A.’s future early educators through scholarships, degree programs, and partnerships to support our children’s learning.”

Connie and Steve Ballmer cofounded Ballmer Group in 2015 to focus on improving economic mobility and opportunity for children and families in the United States who are disproportionately likely to remain in poverty. Ballmer Group directs its philanthropy to help ensure that a person thrives through a healthy birth and stable family, a safe childhood and adolescence, a good education, and a career that can support a family.

Remembering the March on Washington

By Marian Wright Edelman, Founder and President Emerita, Children’s Defense Fund

In August 1963, I was a new law school graduate starting my last year of intensive preparation to become a civil rights lawyer under the tutelage of an extraordinarily gifted and committed band of attorneys at the NAACP Legal Defense Fund and Educational Fund, Inc., in New York City.

GOD was headed south to Mississippi and Alabama and Georgia and Louisiana and North Carolina and I would be going along for the scariest, most exhilarating, most challenging years any human being could hope for. But first came a thrilling, buoying moment that was one of the great days of my and our nation’s life: the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

I drove Ella Baker from New York City to Washington, D.C. for the March in my brother

Julian’s well-worn Volkswagen Beetle. Bob Moses and Jane Stembridge, the young white woman from Georgia who was the first employee Ella Baker had hired for the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), traveled with us. We stayed with my sister Olive. On August 28th I stood on the National Mall with uncontained excitement and tears with Bob Moses, Ella Baker, Julian Bond, and 250,000 others. A photograph captured our group in the crowd with our arms linked, singing. “We Shall Overcome” was the anthem of the day. The March brought a whole community together across race and class as a show of unity and a collective gathering of people seeking jobs and justice.

And then Dr. Martin Luther

King, Jr. electrified us all as he told America about his dream. We shared that period of hopefulness that Dr. King’s dream, which was also our own, could be realized in America in our lifetimes with the help of our hands and feet and voices.

Sixty years later, the iconic image of the March remains Dr. King delivering the inspiring “I Have a Dream” message he spontaneously added that day at the end of his speech. But the central metaphor that made up the first half of his speech was the bounced check America had written to its Black and poor citizens. Dr. King said we had come to the nation’s capital to cash a check America had written nearly two hundred years earlier.

He reminded us that when our nation’s founders wrote the

Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, they had created a promissory note that guaranteed all Americans the inalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. But instead of honoring that promise for Black Americans, America had defaulted on it and given us a bad check that had come back marked “insufficient funds.” Dr. King said those of us who had come to the March on Washington were there to cash our checks because we refused to believe “the bank of justice is bankrupt” or that “there are insufficient funds in the great vaults of opportunity of this nation.”

He then reminded us of the urgency of the moment. The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington,

It’s important to remember history

By Dennis J. Freeman

History can be fleeting. But it cannot be erased, even if we try. There are people in this country trying to pretend that history in this country has been all about rainbows and unicorns. The United States has been everything but that warm and fuzzy picture.

We are a country where many people and institutions have profited from the trade of slavery.

Yes, this is where men and women from Africa were subjected to the whims of their white masters. That included servitude and women as well as girls being raped. Black families were shredded from being together.

Those who tried to escaped slavery often met a harsh ending, whether they found themselves castrated or hanging at the end of a rope or both. It is within this dynamic that descendants of those individuals and families today

never forget the origins from where they came from. As slaves, it was never meant for Black Americans to be free. Ever.

The fact that we can go to the grocery store, shop, dine and walk about our daily lives

D.C. has put the original threepage copy of the speech that Dr. King brought to the podium on display to commemorate this 60th anniversary.

One of the images that jumps out from the worn typewritten sheets is the underlining under the word now: “We have also come to his hallowed spot to remind America of the fierce urgency of now. This is no time to engage in the luxury of cooling off or to take the tranquilizing drug of gradualism. Now is the time to make real the promises of Democracy.

Now is the time to rise from the dark and desolate valley of segregation to the sunlit path of racial justice. Now is the time to lift our nation from the quick sands of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood.” As Dr. King delivered it he added: “Now is the time to make justice a reality for all of God’s children.”

This message is still our charge today if we would hear, heed, and follow it. The Children’s Defense Fund will serve as a supportive partner for the anniversary event on the National Mall on August 26th— “Not a Commemoration, a Continuation!” Now is the time to make justice a reality for all of God’s children, and sixty years later, our hands, feet, and voices are still needed.

accountability? Without question.

If you really think about it, it is remarkable that Black Americans went from being bound in slavery, trying to find their way through the Reconstruction Era and then having to endure the racist wickedness of Jim Crow.

is a testament to those who survived the horrific narrative of being enslaved and to those who worked diligently to right a wrong. This nation has yet to own up to the heinous acts of slavery.

Reparations? Maybe. Full

The fact that Blacks in this country has been able to survive cross-burnings by white supremacist groups, move past full-blown lynching parties, the destruction of our towns, not being able to vote, and just being treated worse than dogs, is a true testament to our determination and grit as a people.

Black people are free, but at what cost. Is the cost to be

Photo courtesy of the National Archives

This photo shows civil rights and union leaders, including Martin Luther King Jr., Joseph L. Rauh Jr., Whitney Young, Roy Wilkins, A. Philip Randolph, Walter Reuther, and Sam Weinblatt.

James Meredith walking on the campus of the University of Mississippi, accompanied by U.S. marshals.

Trojans dominate San Jose State in season opener

By Ray Potts (News4usonline) –

USC opened up the start its 2023 college football campaign with plenty of hype. At the quarterback position, the Trojans are blessed to have last season’s Heisman Trophy winner returning for yet another season. Yes, that would be Caleb Williams.

THAT’S not the only reason why there’s a lot of buzz around the Trojans this season. As good as he is, Williams is expected to be surrounded by playmakers all over the place. So much so that USC is ranked No. 6 in the country to start the season in head coach Lincoln Riley’s second season.

With all of that said, the Trojans started off their first game of the season against the San Jose Spartans slow coming out of the gates. USC put up just seven points in the first

quarter, but Trojans staked out a 21-0 lead by halftime. The second half is when the Trojans liked a Top 10 team when they scored 35 points to win the ballgame, 56-28.

Williams was efficient but not great, throwing for four touchdowns after completing 18 of 25 passes for 278 yards.

““Good to be 1-0,” Riley said. “No matter what the score was tonight, a lot to be excited about, but a lot of work to do. Excited about a lot of the things that I saw out

there tonight. Biggest disappointment was the end of the half. The solid punt and then busted coverage there on the last play before half was inexcusable.

“Finishing in those moments when you’ve played a solid half, and to give a team momentum like that coming in was obviously very disappointing. I like how we responded in the third quarter. Got the chance to play a lot of guys tonight, which was a big focus.”

Williams had no interceptions in the game but threw the ball down the field aggressively. Williams completed nine of his final 10 passing attempts. He also had a 72 percent completion rate against the Spartans.

“In the first half, it just felt like we weren’t hitting on certain calibers and things like that, that we’re going to hit here soon,” Williams said. “And I spoke to a bunch of leaders in the game right after Coach took me out and the

message was, ‘We got a special team.’ But the second part of the message was, ‘We’ve got a long way to go and a lot to get better at.’ The good part is we’re 1-0, and I feel good going into this next week.”

San Jose State head coach Brent Brennan walked away from the game impressed by Williams.

“He’s an awesome football player. He’s so strong, and he’s got incredible poise out there. We have total respect for him,” Brennan said Williams. “You don’t win the Heisman by accident, certainly not as a West Coast guy. He’s tough, he’s a big time competitor and he’s hard to bring down. We saw so many times guys were all over him and couldn’t get them on the ground. He’s strong and then you can see he just makes every throw. He’s got great poise back there and he delivers the ball with pace and tempo. He’s a really really good player, and those guys do a great job utilizing the skill set.”

While all eyes were on Williams, they also glanced

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Lakers to unveil Kobe Bryant statue in February

On Feb. 8, 2024, fans can forever pay tribute to beloved Lakers Legend and five-time champion Kobe Bryant. The Los Angeles Lakers and Vanessa Bryant announced today that they will unveil Kobe Bryant’s bronze statue at Star Plaza outside of Crypto.com Arena on Feb. 8, 2024, prior to the Lakers’ home game that evening.

“As you know, Kobe played his entire 20-year NBA career as a Los Angeles Laker,” said Vanessa Bryant in a video to fans posted at 8:24 this morning. “Since arriving in this city and joining the Lakers organization, he felt at home here, playing in the City of Angels. On behalf of the Lakers, my daughters and me, I am so honored that, right in the center of Los Angeles, in front of the place known as the house that Kobe built, we are going to

unveil his statue so that his legacy can be celebrated forever.”

Following his retirement, Kobe Bryant participated in the initial planning of the anticipated statue to come at Star Plaza. This is the first in a series of physical tributes to honor his legacy. Bryant will be the seventh Laker to be commemorated with a statue, joining Elgin Baylor, Shaquille O’Neal, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Jerry West and Chick Hearn. The statue was created by renowned sculptor Julie Rotblatt Amrany of the Fine Art Studio of Rotblatt Amrany.

“Kobe Bryant was one of the most extraordinary athletes of all time, and one of the most iconic individuals in the history of Los Angeles,” said Jeanie Buss, Los Angeles Lakers Governor. “There is no better place for Kobe to

be honored with a statue than here, at the center of our city, where everyone can celebrate him and be inspired by his incredible achievements.”

The Feb. 8 ceremony will be outside the arena and details will be released in the

coming months.

“Kobe’s transcendent spirit is always and forever in our hearts – inspiring us every day,” said Rob Pelinka, Los Angeles Lakers Vice President of Basketball Operations and General Manager. “And now,

with the unveiling of this powerful and beautiful statue, he will have a physical presence, too. A place on the hallowed ground Kobe created, where we can all gather and pay honor to a mighty and great man.”

Bryant, an 18-time NBA All-Star, retired as the first player in NBA history to play at least 20 seasons with a single franchise. Known for his ‘Mamba Mentality,’ he helped guide the Lakers to five NBA Championships (2000, 2001, 2002, 2009, 2010) and earned Finals MVP honors in 2009 and 2010. Voted the NBA’s Most Valuable Player in 2008, Bryant earned All-NBA honors 15 times, including 11 First Team selections, and was named to 12 All-Defensive Teams throughout his career, including nine All-Defensive First Team honors.

Photo by Sammy Saludo

Photo by Dennis J. Freeman

The late Kobe Bryant will have a statue in his name presented February 2024.

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ly for people living in RVs, requires collaboration with residents, multiple government departments, municipalities, and community partners. The launch of Pathway Home proves we can do it.

“By building on our established best practices and ongoing outreach efforts, Pathway Home creates an infrastructure for every entity to quickly work together in fulfilling its unique role in helping to end this crisis. We cannot do this without Measure H funding and a sustained urgency for getting every resident off the street and into permanent housing. I look forward to bringing this program to every encampment in the 2nd District and throughout Los Angeles County.”

East Gardena and West Rancho Dominguez have among the highest concentrations of RV encampments countywide. The Pathway Home operation that ran from August 22 through August 24 focused on several streets in a busy industrial area, helping 58 individuals, including seven families with children ranging from infants to teenagers, enter interim housing along with 20 pets and service animals. Pathway Home also removed 30 unsafe, inoperable, and otherwise unlivable RVs from the site, towing them to an impound lot for dismantling or other disposition, with the owner’s consent. Following a comprehensive cleanup, the County is taking steps to prevent the site from being reoccupied.

“RV encampments cannot be resolved by simply posting ‘No Parking’ signs,” said

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gunned down like sport at a hunting range like those three souls who were callously murdered in the mass shooting in Jacksonville, Florida? Does the cost mean our youth paying the price to learn about this history when there are certain elected officials and states choosing to deny them this opportunity by banning books of race and gender to read and flat-out eradicating AP African American Stud-

Cheri Todoroff, executive director of Los Angeles County Homeless Initiative within the Chief Executive Office, which is leading Pathway Home. “In East Gardena and West Rancho Dominguez, the County mobilized an all-hands-ondeck response and assembled

a package of resources that offered people a way out of the streets and into housing with services.”

The County Homeless Initiative incorporated the RV pilot into Pathway Home to scale it up and fast-track it using emergency powers and other

resources. In East Gardena and West Rancho Dominguez, outreach efforts involved partnerships among the County Sheriff’s Department’s Homeless Outreach Services Team (LASD-HOST), the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), St Joseph

Center’s Vehicular Homeless Outreach Program (VHOP), and SSG-HOPICS. The County Departments of Public Works, Health Services, Mental Health, Public Health, Fire, and Animal Care and Control also supported the operation, along with the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

This was the second Pathway Home operation overall, but the first to focus on housing people in RVs. The County’s earlier RV-focused operations, under the RV pilot, removed several burned and abandoned RVs from public roadways. The first Pathway Home operation in Lennox on August 9 through August 11 brought 50 people inside, mostly from tents.

ies?

When you say the names of Emmett Till, Rosa Parks, Fannie Lou Hamer, James Baldwin, Ida B. Wells, James Meredith, Ruby Bridges, John Lewis, Angela Davis, Stokely Carmichael, Medgar Evers, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., you are talking about American H-I-S-T-O-R-Y. Without these trailblazers as well as so many others, Black Americans would not be able

to enjoy the benefits of their sacrifices.

This is why we must never forget where came we’ve come from and just how far we’ve come as a people. So, while you’re busy twerking or dropping it like it’s hot, making sure you have some knowledge on what the Black Panther Party was about and who Frederick Douglass was.

I mean, there was a time in this country where drinking

from a certain water fountain solely depended on your skin color. We forget that well-documented events like Bloody Sunday or the March on Washington happened because Black Americans has had to fight for freedom every ounce that we have received. That means equal pay, fair housing, and being treated with dignity.

Anything that Blacks have received in this country,

we have had to literally fight and die for. Nothing has been given to us. Remember, there was a time when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that anyone that had any type of an African background could never become a citizen of the United States (Dred Scott). Police brutality didn’t start with the murder of George Floyd. History matters. We must never forget that.

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economic mobility, 3DE transforms learning to be more interconnected and better reflect the real world.

3DE by Junior Achievement at Dominguez will serve ninth-grade students beginning August 2023 and will continue through high school as students continue their academic journey to graduation.

The 3DE instructional model uses case methodology to help students develop key competencies like communication, collaboration, and self-direction through real-world business challenges that are woven across their core subjects. This school year, ninth-grade students will solve six business challenges provided by local and national corporate partners like Delta Air Lines and NBCUniversal.

The grand opening brought together key representatives from Junior Achievement of SoCal and Compton Unified, including Superintendent Dr. Darin Brawley, JASoCal President & CEO Dr. Les McCabe, CUSD Chief Academic Officer Mario Marcos, students, CUSD board members, educators, and Compton community supporters.

“The Compton Unified School District Board is committed to making sure that our students have what they need in order to be successful both in the classroom and outside of the classroom,” said CUSD Board President Denzell Perry. “Partnerships like this allow our students to be connected to the careers of tomorrow.”

This partnership also provides more avenues of success for Compton students. “This School District has to provide more programs to eliminate the opportunity gaps that are consistently present for black and brown students,”

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in the direction of freshman Zachariah Branch. Branch was electric all night, catching for four passes for 58 yards from Williams, including a 25yard touchdown grab. He also took a kickoff 96 yards to the house for a touchdown, giving him two scores on the night.

The last true USC freshman to score on a kickoff return was Adoree Jackson. Jackson performed his honors at the 2014 Holiday Bowl. Branch said he was pumped and ready to play all day.

“It was always a dream for me to be at a prestigious university and be around an elite staff and elite players,” said Branch. “So, all day you know, they were juicing us up from morning all the way up until the game, and

said Superintendent Brawley. “3DE is one example of providing an in-depth experience for students to apply their critical-thinking analysis skills and project-based learning to solve real-life problems that exist in the workforce for various companies throughout the United States.”

“The 3DE model provides students access and exposure to diverse and high-growth careers and provides businesses innovative perspectives from students who are future leaders, consumers, and employees,” McCabe said. “But more importantly, it articulates the ‘why’ behind why kids are learning what they’re learning. 3DE is the most innovative instructional model in a generation and we are excited for the students of Compton to be a part of it”.

The first 3DE cohort of 100 ninthgrade students at Dominguez will work with four teachers on various projects. “3DE is all about science, math, and English. In their business class, they are doing challenges where students answer real problems that companies have,” said Principal Oliver. “The students will work in teams with different companies. They will actually come into the classroom and present a problem and ask students to come up with the best solution. Then the students will present their solutions to the companies. 3DE is going to be the avenue in which we connect students to employers in different career fields in order to make our students see themselves as career ready.”

Originally piloted in Georgia in 2015, 3DE schools have seen tremendous success, with students consistently outperforming their school peers on all state standard

benchmarks and milestones. Other 3DE Outcomes Include:

• 90% out performance on percentage of students scoring proficient or above for state end-ofcourse assessments during the 20182019 school year.

• 3DE increases student competitiveness with 89% of seniors successfully participating in an internship/consultancy.

• 3DE’s 2019 graduates have shown a 92% college persistence rate.

“When an organization like Junior Achievement, school districts, and business partners come together to create opportunities for students, it can be truly transformational,” added CUSD Chief Academic Officer Mario Marcos. “And for the next four years, these students are going to embark on an exciting journey working with 16 different partners and attacking 16 different case challenges. And those opportunities will foster creativity, innovation, and collaboration skills, 21st Century skills that are necessary for the workforce today.”

This announcement follows an extensive due diligence process with leadership from the School District, Dominguez High School, and 3DE/ Junior Achievement of SoCal. Over the course of this year, the team has worked collaboratively with school administration and teachers to prepare for the launch in 2023 with plans for expansion to additional Compton Unified School District high schools. 3DE will continue to provide consistent support for the teachers and school leadership through a dedicated team.

To learn more about 3DE visit https://jasocal.org/3de/.

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6. Get vaccinated: Adolescents and adult immunizations sharply declined during the pandemic and an estimated 26 million recommended vaccinations were missed in 2020 as compared to 2019. Make sure your family is up-to-date on vaccines, including the annual influenza vaccine and the bivalent COVID-19 vaccine for everyone 6 months and older. Your doctor can let you know if you’re due for a COVID booster. If you have questions, consult your physician and trusted resources, including getvaccineanswers.org.

7. Know your numbers: Track health data such as height, weight, body mass index and blood pressure in order to share trends with your doctor and take action if needed. Visit ManageYourBP. org to understand what your blood pressure numbers mean and how to get your blood pressure under control. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, affects millions of Americans and can increase heart attack and stroke risk.

For more tips and information, visit http://www.ama-assn.org. “It’s vitally important to prioritize mental and physical health. Contact your health care professional to schedule the care you need to keep you and your family healthy,” says Dr. Resneck.

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The Hall-of-Famer and twotime Olympic gold medalist stands as the purple and gold’s all-time leader in regular season games played (1,346), points (33,643), 3-pointers made (1,827), steals (1,944) and free throws made (8,378), while owning franchise playoff records for games played (220), points (5,640), 3-pointers made (292) and free throws made (1,320). A two-time scoring champion, Bryant scored a career-high and franchise-best 81 points on Jan. 22, 2006, at home versus Toronto. The Lakers retired Bryant’s No. 8 and No. 24 jerseys on Dec. 18, 2017.

Tickets to attend this special Lakers game on Feb. 8, as well as the entire 2023-24 season, are available starting Aug. 25.

I was just really excited. I mean, our coaches always told us to just trust our instincts, trust our process and to just go out there and be the best that

we can be. So, I mean, just to go out there week in and week out, and just try to produce the same amount every week.”

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL ATHLETIC FIELD MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF COMPTON

The City of Compton is soliciting proposals for athletic field maintenance services covering the Gonzales Park Dodger Dreamfield.

Proposals will be received in the office of the City Clerk, City of Compton, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, California, 90220 until 5:00 pm on September 05, 2023. POSTMARKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. All proposals must be clearly marked, “PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE ATHLETIC FIELD MAINTENANCE SERVICES IN THE CITY OF COMPTON – DO NOT OPEN WITH REGULAR MAIL” and shall be delivered during the business hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, except holidays, to the City Clerk’s office.

Submit four (4) copies of your service proposal, one must be digital. It should be understood that the final annual costs will be as negotiated with the City. As part of the proposal please indicate the unit costs that are associated with each phase.

All submitted proposals will be reviewed and analyzed by City staff and the proposal which best meets the City’s needs will be selected for further analysis and negotiation.

The City of Compton proposes to enter into an Agreement for a three (3) year term.

The City of Compton reserves the right, in its sole discretion during this selection process, to reject any or all proposals or any portion without exception or explanation.

Parties interested in obtaining a Request for Proposal (RFP) package should check the City’s website at www.comptoncity.org or contact the:

Recreation Department City of Compton

205 South Willowbrook Avenue Compton, CA 90220

(310) 605-3060

SUBMITTAL DEADLINE

To be considered, proposals must be submitted no later than Tuesday, September 05, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. to the City Clerk’s Office, 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton, California, 90220. Postmarks will not be accepted. The City may extend the deadline at its option.

During this period of restricted contact, any attempt by a proposing firm, its representative or agent to contact, lobby, or make a representation to a member of the City Council, or any other official, employee, or agent of the City will be grounds for disqualification.

Vernell McDaniel City Clerk

Publish: 08/16/2023

08/23/2023

08/30/2023

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NOTICE

OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Frances Lee Bradley CASE NO. 23STPB05427

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Frances Lee Bradley

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ARTHUR LOTTIE in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ARTHUR LOTTIE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with full authority . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before

taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on None at None in Dept. None located at 111 N Hill Street LOS ANGELES CA 90012 STANLEY MOSK COURTHOUSE.

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Evane K. Abbassi, Esq. (SBN 335491) Abbassi Law Firm 6320 Canoga Ave, Floor 15, Suite 1533 Woodland Hills, CA 91367 Telephone:

8182275139

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CNS-3728784# THE COMPTON BULLETIN

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S.

No. 48044460 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/11/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE.

IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

Trustor: ERIC O. GIBBS AND CASSANDRA GIBBS, NOT STATED Duly

(See Exhibit A attached hereto and made a part hereof.) Date of Sale: 9/13/2023 at 11:00:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $79,785.95, Estimated. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866) 6842727 or visit this Internet Website https:// www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 48044460. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (866) 684-2727, or visit this internet website https://www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 48044460 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

The Notice to Tenant pertains to sales occurring after January 1, 2021. Date: 8/11/2023 IDEA LAW GROUP, PC 1651 E 4th Street, Suite 124 Santa Ana, California 92701 Foreclosure Department: (877) 353-2146 Sale Information Only: (866) 684-2727 https://www.servicelinkasap. com Maggie Salac, Foreclosure Officer

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 166093 Title No. DEF-536961 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/16/2015. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 09/07/2023 at 9:00 AM, The Mortgage Law Firm, PLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 03/23/2015, as Instrument No. 20150308899, in book xx, page xx, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of California, executed by Kenechukwu O. Okafor, a married man as his sole and separate property, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/ CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States), Doubletree Hotel Los AngelesNorwalk, 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA 90650 - Vineyard Ballroom. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State, described as: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN 4017-007-063 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 924 Enterprise Ave # 2, Inglewood, CA 90302 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $229,249.12 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Dated:08/14/2023 THE MORT-

GAGE LAW FIRM, PLC Adriana Durham/

Authorized Signature 27368 Via Industria, STE. 201, TEMECULA, CA 92590 (619) 465-8200 FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE

INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (800) 280-2832 The Mortgage Law Firm, PLC. may be attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BID-

DERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER:

The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site – www.Auction. com - for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case: 166093. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (800) 280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale, or visit this internet website www.auction.com or https://tracker.auction.com/sb1079/ for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case Ts# 166093 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 23-20111-SPCA Title No. 230105684-CAVOI A.P.N. 4031-020-025 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/21/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier’s check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an “as is” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Ynes Torres, a single woman Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 12/04/2006 as Instrument No. 06 2678869 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of

Los Angeles County, California. Date of Sale: 09/20/2023 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $356,458.69 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 3192 West 111th Place, Inglewood, CA 90303 A.P.N.: 4031-020-025 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER:

The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com/ sales, using the file number assigned to this case 23-20111-SPCA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE

TO TENANT*: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 888264-4010, or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 23-20111-SPCA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as a “representative of all eligible tenant buyers” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. *Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described

herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2025, unless later extended. Date: 08/14/2023 National De-

fault Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 714730-2727; Sales Website: www.ndscorp. com Deandre Garland, Trustee Sales Representative A-4793658 08/18/2023, 08/25/2023, 09/01/2023

SchId:91101 AdId:30609 CustId:64

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)

TO PREPARE AN UPDATE OF THE PLANS, DESIGN AND SPECIFICATION FOR THE WILLOWBROOK CULVER SEWER REPLACEMENT

CIP #10 – 05/ JN 1105 IN THE CITY OF COMPTON, CALIFORNIA

The City of Compton (City) is soliciting proposals from qualified engineering firms to review and update the existing construction bid/specification plans for the rehabilitation/replacement of the Willowbrook Culver Sewer Replacement Project CIP #10-05/ JN 1105 located within the City limits of Compton.

This RFP describes the proposal format, submittal requirement, preliminary scope of services, project schedule, the minimum information that must be included in the proposal, and the selection process. Failure to submit the proposal in accordance with the procedures outlined shall be cause for disqualification. In order to be considered in the selection process, interested parties shall submit 6 copies of their proposal no later than 5:00PM, October 4, 2023 to:

Any questions should be directed to: Kofi SefaBoakye, Office Phone: 310-761-1479 Email: kboakye@comptoncity.org

Late proposals will not be accepted.

Vernell McDaniel City Clerk City of Compton Publish: August 30 and September 6, 2023

SchId:91133 AdId:30620 CustId:70

NOTICE OF AMENDED PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ELNORA COX CASE NO. 23STPB08270

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ELNORA COX.

AN AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CAROLE COX in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CAROLE COX be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE AMENDED PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 09/20/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner PAUL R. HAMMONS, ESQ. - SBN 210773, LAW OFFICES OF PAUL R. HAMMONS 8616 LA TIJERA BLVD., SUITE 505 LOS ANGELES CA 90045, Telephone (310) 348-4900

8/30, 9/6, 9/13/23

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THE COMPTON BULLETIN

SchId:91154 AdId:30627 CustId:61

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE

(UCC Sec. 6101 et seq. and B & P Sec. 24074 et seq.)

Escrow No. 002999-CK

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license is about to be made.

The names of the Seller/Licensee are: BEENISH AKHTAR ALI AND MUNAWAR ALI, 100 W. ALONDRA BLVD, COMPTON, CA 90220

The business is known as: JC MEAT MARKET

The names of the Buyer/Transferee are: RAMBO 3 INC., 100 W ALONDRA BLVD., COMPTON, CA 90220

As listed by the Seller/Licensee, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller/Licensee within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer/Transferee are: NONE

The assets to be sold are described in general as: FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT, TRADENAME, GOODWILL, LEASE, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENT, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE WITH ABC LICENSE together with the following described alcoholic beverage license(s): 20-326843 and are located at: 100 W. ALONDRA BLVD, COMPTON, CA 90220

The kind of license to be transferred is: OFF SALE BEER AND WINE now issued for the premises located at: 100 W. ALONDRA BLVD, COMPTON, CA 90220

The anticipated date of sale/transfer is: SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 at the office of: HANA ESCROW, 3580 WILSHIRE BLVD, STE 1170, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010

It has been agreed between the Seller/ Licensee and the intended Buyer/Transferee, as required by Sec. 24073 of the Business and Professions Code, that the consideration for the transfer of the business and license is to be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

Dated: JULY 12, 2023

BEENISH AKHTAR ALI AND MUNAWAR ALI Seller/Licensee(s)

RAMBO 3 INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, Buyer/ Transferee

ORD-1841245 COMPTON BULLETIN 8/28/23

CustId:628

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER

ESTATE OF: FLOR IVETH MONTERROSA CASE NO. 23STPB07045

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of FLOR IVETH MONTERROSA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JONATHAN AHUMADA in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JONATHAN AHUMADA be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 09/20/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

JOHN R. GOTTES - SBN 134317

ATTORNEY AT LAW

6723 WASHINGTON AVENUE

WHITTIER CA 90601-4309

Telephone (323) 564-4444

8/30, 9/6, 9/13/23

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THE COMPTON BULLETIN

SchId:91195 AdId:30640 CustId:61

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK

SALE (Secs. 6105 U.C.C.)

Escrow No. 06871-CB

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s) and business address(es) of the seller(s) is/are: EL COMPA RESTAURANT INC., 7010 ROSECRANS AVENUE, PARAMOUNT CA 90723

Doing business as: EL COMPA RESTAURANT

All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the seller(s) within the past three years, as stated by the seller(s), is/are: NONE

The location in California of the Chief Executive Office of the seller is: SAME AS ABOVE

The name(s) and address(es) of the buyer(s) is/are: MINDY LOPEZ, 11602 HAWTHORNE BLVD, HAWTHORNE CA 90250

The assets being sold are generally described as: BULK SALE: GOODWILL, FURNITURES, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENTS, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE AND ABC LICENSE and are located at: 7010 ROSECRANS AVENUE, PARAMOUNT CA 90723

The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: CECILIA B. BIBERA, MARIPOSA ESCROW INC, 19442 NORWALK BLVD. CERRITOS, CA 90703 and the anticipated sale date is: SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2.

The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: MARIPOSA ESCROW INC, 19442 NORWALK BLVD. CERRITOS, CA 90703, and the last day to file claims by any creditor shall be SEPTEMBER 14, 2023, which is the business day prior to the anticipated sale date specified above.

Dated: 7/19/23

MINDY LOPEZ, Buyer(s)

1812460-PP COMPTON BULLETIN 8/29/23

SchId:91198 AdId:30641 CustId:628

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE

(UCC Sec. 6105)

Escrow No. 23-16645-TN

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s), business address(es) to the Seller(s) are: CLARA ATKINSON, 1556 W WILLOW ST, LONG BEACH, CA 90810

Doing Business as: LB FRESH DRINKING WATER

All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Seller(s) within three years, as stated by the Seller(s), is/ are: NONE

The name(s) and address of the Buyer(s) is/are: JESUS NIEVES AND DANIELLE NIEVES, 1556 W WILLOW ST, LONG BEACH, CA 90810

The assets to be sold are described in general as: ALL FURNITURES, FIXTURES AND EQUIPMENT, TRADENAME, GOODWILL, INVENTORY, LEASE, AND LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS and are located at: 1556 W WILLOW ST, LONG BEACH, CA 90810

The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: LUCKY TEAM ESCROW, INC., 13305 BROOKHURST STREET GARDEN GROVE, CA 92843 and the anticipated sale date is SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. [If the sale is subject to Sec. 6106.2, the following information must be provided] The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: LUCKY TEAM ESCROW, 13305 BROOKHURST ST, GARDEN GROVE, CA 92843 and the last date for filing claims shall be SEPTEMBER 15, 2023, which is the business day before the sale date specified above.

Dated: AUGUST 16, 2023

BUYER: JESUS NIEVES AND DANIELLE NIEVES ORD-1844515 LONG BEACH CALIFORNIAN 8/30/23

SchId:91208 AdId:30645 CustId:628

DISNEY’S TIANA’S PLACE OPENS SEPT. 7

By Kelsey Lynch

The official opening date of Tiana’s Palace restaurant in Disneyland Park is September 7, 2023! This reimagined quick-service style restaurant is inspired by the one Princess Tiana created in the beloved Walt Disney Animation Studios film, “The Princess and the Frog.”

THE Tiana’s Palace restaurant opening will mark the next step in bringing more of Princess Tiana’s stories to life in New Orleans Square, which began with Eudora’s Chic Boutique featuring Tiana’s Gourmet Secrets last year and will continue with the opening of the Tiana’s Bayou Adventure attraction in 2024. We are so thrilled to expand upon Princess Tiana’s story, pay homage to the cuisine of the Crescent City, and welcome guests into Tiana’s Palace in just a few short weeks!

There will be so many elegant yet subtle details throughout the restaurant that offer fun hints at Tiana’s rich past in New Orleans. Below the lit marquee that reads “Tiana’s Palace” hanging above a metallic gold balcony, is an emerald green wrought iron railing and awnings dyed in yellow and green, reminiscent of Tiana’s beautiful formal ball gown.

You will be surrounded by the colors of Mardi Gras as you sit at yellow tabletops, on warm vanilla-colored chairs with green seats, in the shade of yellow and green umbrellas.

Disney Imagineers also took inspiration from the film for the interior of the restaurant, which includes a large mural of the bayou. You will also see other references to Tiana’s story – lilies represented on numerous signs, plaques and light fixtures, frog porcelains, cookbooks Tiana has collected on little shelves, and her father’s favorite gumbo spoon proudly on display.

You’ll also want to keep an eye out for the letters from her father and neighbors on display, alongside a childhood photo of Tiana.

Did you know? The design of Tia-

na’s Palace from the Disney Animation film “The Princess and the Frog” was actually inspired by the French Market Restaurant – the former restaurant in this space – in New Orleans Square at Disneyland park.

In the film, Disney Animation artists added a wheelhouse and two smokestacks to give Tiana’s restaurant an iconic silhouette, so when the time came to bring Tiana’s Palace to life at Disneyland, Disney Imagineers made those same additions to create the real Tiana’s Palace, making this a full circle moment!

We are so excited to welcome you soon to see this exciting transformation, as well as mark the return of the Mint Julep Bar! At Tiana’s Palace, you can enjoy new menu items that represent Tiana’s story and honor the flavors and flair of New Orleans, with an effort to source some ingredients directly from the state of Louisiana when possible. Plus, you’ll now be able to mobile order these new dishes on the Disneyland app* when the location opens. Stay tuned for a first look of the full menu, coming soon to Disney Eats!

We look forward to welcoming you to Tiana’s Palace in New Orleans Square beginning Sept. 7!

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Kelsey Lynch is the public relations director at Disneyland Resort

Photo by Sean Teegarden/Disneyland Resort

House-filled beignet featuring a lemon ice box pie filling and finished with lemon glaze.

7 Greens Gumbo (plant-based) with white beans, okra, yams, sweet potatoes and heirloom rice

shrimp and grits with a Creole sauce French Market Restaurant in New Orleans Square at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif., will be reimagined into Tiana’s Palace, inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios’ film “The Princess and the Frog”. milestone in the transformation. Tiana’s Palace is slated to open later this year. (Sean Teegarden/Disneyland Resort)