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CITY CLERK’S

SEAT UP IN THE AIR

By Dennis J. Freeman

The City Clerk race figured to be a tough one and it has developed into a fierce two-woman race between incumbent Vernell McDaniel and Satra Zurita. McDaniel, the current City Clerk, is looking up at Zurita in the hotly contested race.

AS of 6 a.m. on March 6, Zurita holds a tenuous but firm lead over McDaniel. With less than 50 percent of the vote counted, Zurita, a member of the Compton School Board, has just a little more than 40 percent of the vote in the race.

McDaniel is coming on strong with nearly 32 percent

Darden holds District 4 lead

By Dennis J. Freeman

Lillie P. Darden is holding a slight lead in the city’s Fourth District race. As of 6 a..m on March 6, Darden was in front with 37 percent of the vote.

Joel Estrada is second with

27 percent of the vote. Alysia Rivers rounded out the top three candidates with 19 percent of the district’s population voting for her.

The Fourth District race is far from over with more than half of the votes still needing to be counted. Darden was

(31.8) percent of the vote. A third person in the race, Lynn Boone, rounds out the top three candidates. As of now, Boone has picked up almost 28 percent (27.9) of the vote from the city’s populace.

McDaniel was appointed to the City Clerk position after Alita Godwin’s announced retirement in 2022.

appointed to the City Council seat she currently holds in 2021.

The Presidential Primary Election for the State of California was held on March 5. Election results are scheduled to be certified on March 29.

Duhart

By Dennis J. Freeman

The First District race is tight with current City Councilwoman Deidra Duhart holding a slim lead over Jasper Jackson. As of 6 a.m. on March 6, the day after the Presidential Primary Election took place, Duhart had captured 41.5 percent of the vote.

Jasper is giving Duhart a run for her money. As of Wednesday morning’s tally, Jackson was snipping at Duhart’s heels with just a shade more than 40 percent of the vote. The third person in the field, Fidel Marquez, holds up the rear with 18 percent of the district’s population voting for him.

Duhart was appointed as the city’s First District councilwoman in 2022. And just like in the race in District 4, more than half of the vote still needs to be counted. The election is scheduled to be certified on March 29.

Photos by Dennis J. Freeman Compton City Councilwoman Lillie P. Darden

has edge in District 1 race

Photos by Dennis J. Freeman Compton City Councilwoman Deidra Duhart

Photos by Dennis J. Freeman

Current Compton City Clerk Vernell McDaniel

Compton Community College District receives clean financial audit

The Compton Community College District (CCCD) recently received its 2022-2023 Financial Audit Report for fiscal year 2023 (year ending June 30, 2023) with no findings or questioned costs. The financial audit was conducted by independent external auditing firm CWDL in San Diego, California.

Carson begins citywide street repairs in March

The City of Carson will be repairing and resurfacing residential streets in all districts starting in March 2024. These street repairs include but are not limited to grinding roadway surfaces and applying a new asphalt layer.

This ongoing street maintenance program is one of the first of this magnitude for the City of Carson because the work is being done in every district simultaneously.

“We are excited to announce the upcoming street improvements in Carson, the first of this magnitude in our City’s history,” said Carson Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes. “These improvements will greatly enhance safety, accessibility, and overall quality of life for our residents. We appreciate everyone’s patience and support as we work to make Carson an even better place to live, work, and play.”

Construction will take place from Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., except City of Carson observed holidays. There will be “No Parking” signs posted throughout the project area, indicating the dates work will be performed in a specific area. During construction, access to through traffic may be delayed.

The citywide improvement efforts are an ongoing maintenance project. The project will require continuous scheduling. If you have any questions or require additional information, please call the City of Carson Public Works Department at (310) 847-3535 or log on to https://ci.carson.ca.us/PublicWorks/PW.aspx.

THE CCCD 2022-2023 Financial Audit Report may be viewed online on the district website here.

“I am pleased the Compton Community College District again received a clean financial audit with no findings or questioned costs,” said President and CEO Keith Curry. For fiscal year 2023, CCCD had an entirely clean audit across all four sections of the District’s financials covered within the audit report, which external auditing firm CWDL confirmed does not occur often. It is important to note

that for the last ten years, CCCD has proved to be in a solid fiscal position.”

A summary of the auditor’s results published in the report gave “unmodified opinions [the highest an auditor can provide] related to the district’s financial statements, federal awards and state awards.” 2023.”

The CCCD Board of Trustees were presented and received the results of the audit at their regular meeting on January 16, 2024. Annual Financial audits are required by Education Code Sections 15278 and 84040(b), Title 5, Section 59102, and Compton Com-

munity College District Board Policy 6400.

“After hearing the presentation by CWDL, I’m gratified to have confirmation the Compton Community College District is in good financial health,” said CCCD Board of Trustees President Barbara Calhoun.

“This clean opinion of the District’s financial statements and compliance with major local, state, and federal programs is the result of the hard work and dedication of District personnel and our entire college community.”

Compton hosts citywide job fair

City and educators collaborate to bring resume writing workshop, application assistance, and interview preparation to residents

Compton, CA – On Saturday, March 2nd, the City of Compton, in collaboration with Compton Unified School District and Compton Community College, held a city-wide job fair aimed at providing employment opportunities to local job seekers.

“Connecting job seekers and employers is essential for our community’s success,” Mayor Sharif emphasized. “We are dedicated to fostering these meaningful relationships, as they drive economic growth and opportunity in Compton.”

The job fair, held at Compton Community College, featured a wide range of employment options across various sectors. Attendees had the opportunity to engage directly with representatives from local businesses and organizations, fostering meaningful connections and exploring potential career paths.

“This job fair serves as a valuable opportunity to empower individuals within our community while also fostering collaboration between educational institutions and local government,” expressed Pamela Wilkerson, Human Resources Manager for Compton Community College. “It underscores the importance of creating avenues for personal and professional growth.”

In addition to the employment booths, the fair offered an interactive seminar focusing on interview preparation techniques and a resume writing workshop. Attendees were also provided with access to computers for assistance with job applications as well as free lunch.

“The partnership between the City of Compton, Compton Unified School District, and Compton Community College exemplifies our dedication to fostering sustainable career pathways and educational opportunities within our community,” stated Melissa Allen, Senior Director of Classified Personnel Services at Compton Unified School District. “Events like these provide valuable resources for residents

and community members, supporting their journey towards fulfilling, lifelong careers.”

Hundreds of attendees from around the Compton area were offered opportunities for employment, networking, and professional development. The Compton job fair provided a platform for local businesses and organizations to connect with potential employees within the community.

Joy Langford selected as Water Replenishment District (WRD) Board President

WRD Director Joy Langford has been unanimously selected as Board President, with directors Rob Katherman as vice president, Vera Robles DeWitt as secretary, and Sergio Calderon as treasurer.

PRESIDENT

Langford, a board member since 2022, brings over 15 years of experience in environmental project management, intergovernmental relations, and policy. She graduated with honors from the University of California, Santa Barbara, holding a Bachelor of Science in Economics and a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Planning.

Following her appointment, President Langford expressed, “It’s an honor to be elected as Board President. During my tenure, I aim to expand resources and community outreach in Division 1 communities [South Los Angeles, Compton, and Inglewood] and the entire 43-city service area, working towards making California a renewable economy with water sustainability at the forefront.”

As a native Angeleno, President Langford acknowledges the significance of ensuring climate-resilient water resources, particularly in drought years. She also emphasizes the importance of educational opportunities to empower youth and provide opportunities for learning about the water industry and environmental field.

President Langford assumes this role as WRD embarks on innovative projects like the Brackish Groundwater Reclamation Program. This program targets salty groundwater resulting from over-pumping that occurred decades ago; aiming to provide a new water supply, increase groundwater use, and create underground storage space for new water sources.

As the largest groundwater agency in the state, representing four million people, President Langford and the WRD Board are committed to ensuring the region’s water future through policy initiatives, project funding, and community education.

For further details about WRD and its water management initiatives, please visit www.wrd.org.

Dr. Joycelyn Elders’ Legacy: Vision for Sex Education Among Black Girls

By Brittinae Phillips

My journey from a public health investigator to an advocate for comprehensive sex education has been deeply personal. Guided by my experiences at the Black AIDS Institute and as a Certified Health Education Specialist, my mission has been to create inclusive and honest conversations about health within Black communities. This Women’s History Month, I reflect on Dr. Joycelyn Elders’ legacy, a path that I strive to honor as we press forward in the fight for equitable health education, with a particular focus on Black girls.

Rising from the constraints of a segregated society to become the first Black female U.S. Surgeon General, Dr. Elders has been a formidable advocate for comprehensive sex education. Her tenure as Surgeon General was marked by outspoken advocacy, including her views on abortion, positioning her as a progressive voice in public health.

Dr. Elders said, “We must not let the conservative elements in our society prevent us from providing our children with the education they need to live healthy, productive lives.” She understood the importance of autonomy and empowering young people through comprehensive sexual health education to make informed decisions about their health.

Recent CDC findings indicate that 54.3% of sexually active high school students use condoms. Yet, a concerning gap exists among Black students, 23.2% of whom report not using any pregnancy prevention methods, a stark contrast to the 6.8% reported by their white peers. Moreover, the early onset of puberty in Black girls amplifies these challenges, making them more vulnerable to stereotyping, sexualization, and bullying. This gap underscores a significant need for targeted, culturally relevant sex education. Not only would it provide the essential knowledge all Black

youth need about their bodies, sexual health, and safe practices, but it also arms them against higher rates of unintended pregnancies, STIs and HIV.

Dr. Elders’ vision for sex education extended beyond the classroom. She understood then, as we do now, that comprehensive education encompasses discussions on contraception, safer sexual practices, and the prevention of STIs and HIV. Her approach was holistic, advocating for programs that also address self-esteem, substance abuse prevention, and the social determinants of health that disproportionately impact

Black communities.

To carry on Dr. Elders’ legacy, programs and educators must renew their commitment to advancing comprehensive sex education for all, with a particular focus on the needs and challenges faced by Black girls. Planned Parenthood Los Angeles’s Black Health Initiative (BHI) was created to address these health disparities in Black communities throughout Los Angeles.

In 2023, BHI provided over 3,000 teens, young adults, and parents with medically accurate and culturally relevant information on sexual and reproductive

health. Additionally, BHI hosted housing, family law, and record expungement workshops through its Medical-Legal Partnership with the UCLA Center on Reproductive Health, Law and Policy, and Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles.

Dr. Elders believed “Education should be a partnership between parents, educators, and the community.” I know that encouraging open discussions about sexual health at home complements school-based education and ensures our young people receive a well-rounded understanding of their health. This Women’s History Month, let us honor Dr. Elders by working together to dismantle the barriers to sexual and reproductive health education.

Brittinae Phillips, Sr. Education Manager for Planned Parenthood Los Angeles’s Black Health Initiative, manages community outreach and education for parents, college students, and youth.

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Pneumococcal Pneumonia Can Be Life-Threatening.

Here’s What to Know

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Pneumococcal pneumonia can disrupt your life for weeks and, in some cases, be serious or even lifethreatening. To help adults understand how they can help protect themselves against pneumococcal pneumonia, the American Lung Association and Pfizer are partnering to share important information and patient insights about the disease.

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HE Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that this lung disease causes an estimated 150,000 hospitalizations annually nationwide. Symptoms include high fever, excessive sweating, shaking chills, coughing, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath and chest pain. Some symptoms can appear quickly and without warning.

RISK FACTORS

The immune system naturally weakens with age, so even if you’re healthy and active, being 65 or older puts you at increased risk for pneumococcal pneumonia. In fact, adults 65 and older are over 10 times more likely to be hospitalized with pneumococcal pneumonia than those aged 18-49.

In adults 19 and older, certain factors increase pneumococcal pneumonia risk compared with healthy adults of the same age. These include smoking cigarettes, chronic lung diseases like asthma and COPD, chronic heart disease and diabetes.

PREVENTION

Pneumococcal pneumonia vaccination can help protect

against the disease and is recommended for at-risk groups. For adults living with certain chronic health conditions and those 65 or older, vaccination helps protect against a potentially life-threatening illness.

“Having asthma can sometimes restrict me from doing things I love, so I really try to take proactive steps to help keep myself healthy, like avoiding my known asthma triggers and following my doctors’ advice,” says Catherine, a patient who was diagnosed with asthma in adulthood. “I didn’t even think I was old enough to get vaccinated for pneumococcal pneumonia, but when my doctor recommended it, I got it because I trust him. I like the comfort of knowing it’s helping to protect me against this potentially serious lung disease.”

In addition to being up to date on your vaccinations, washing your hands, and not smoking are all habits that can help prevent pneumococcal pneumonia. Those with chronic illnesses should also follow the care recommendations for their condition.

DISPARITIES

The 2025 Vaccines National Strategic Plan has pneumococcal disease vaccination rate targets of 90% for people 65 years and older and 60% for adults with underlying health conditions at increased risk of disease.

Unfortunately, current vaccination rates are falling far short of these goals – especially among Black and Hispanic/ Latino-communities. In 2021, pneumococcal vaccination coverage among all U.S. adults aged 65 and older was 70.1%. However, the rate was around 60% among the Black population and around 52% among the Hispanic/ Latino population of the same age group. Latino and Black adults are also at greater risk of developing certain chronic health conditions, such as asthma and diabetes, compared to individuals who are white. It’s important that all adults at risk take steps to help protect themselves against infection.

WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?

If you’re at increased risk for pneumococcal pneumonia, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about vaccination. Being an active part of your healthcare team, advocating for yourself and asking questions is important. Even if you’ve previously had a pneumonia vaccine, your healthcare provider may recommend additional vaccination for increased protection. You can learn more, as well as take a quiz to assess your risk, by visiting lung.org/pneumococcal.

Pneumococcal pneumonia can be serious. Talk to your healthcare provider about how to help prevent this lung disease.

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Lynwood Unified students celebrate Black excellence at teen summit

Over 300 Lynwood Unified School District students from Lynwood, Firebaugh and Vista high schools celebrated black excellence, participated in workshops and heard from inspiring speakers during the District’s Teen Summit on Feb. 22.

THE annual event – organized by the District’s Equity, Access and Instructional Services Department – is one of Lynwood Unified’s many efforts to bring together the rich cultures within the school community and encourages students to embrace their passions, break through barriers and become high achievers.

Guest speakers included renowned coach and motivational speaker John Mosley Jr., who conducted a heartfelt session with students on preparing for success and holding themselves accountable for their personal growth. During his keynote, Mosley Jr. emphasized the importance of embracing hard work for future

benefits.

“Everyone is going through something that is preparing them for who they are going to be,” Mosley Jr. said. “Embrace the process and it will help you along the way.”

Following a lively lunch session, students delved into smaller Girl/Guy talk sessions, engaging with Lynwood Unified alumni, staff and guest speakers such as Teen Summit founder Shirley Chambers.

Discussions featured personal stories of trials and successes.

Other workshops such as “Gigs for Students” and a “Living My Best Life” College Panel taught students about navigating the social media world and the benefits of a college education.

“It is great that we have this opportunity to come together and show support for one another,” Lynwood High School senior Kimiko Ken-

nedy said. “To be able to hear from people who have been through similar journeys is really good for us, and confirms we aren’t alone and don’t have to do it on our own.”

During the event, students received self-reflection journals to guide them through the workshops and were also treated to swag bags before going back to their campuses.

Summit here at Lynwood Unified,” Superintendent Gudiel R. Crosthwaite, Ph.D. said. “Fostering excellence goes far beyond encouraging students to get good grades, and greatly involves reminding students that they are fully capable of following their passions, and elevating them through equitable, innovative programs so they not only graduate but thrive upon entering the real world.”

Compton Early College scholars win Rep. Waters’ Congressional App Challenge

Compton Early College

High School seniors T’mar Harris and Travon Williams were named the winners of Rep. Maxine Waters 2023 Congressional App Challenge in California’s 43rd District.

The two created an app called G[AR]AGE, which allows users to use augmented reality to view planned modifications to a car and see the results before actually making the changes.

When asked what inspired the creation of G[AR]AGE, the students said, “When I got my first car, a 2008 Dodge Charger, it was rusty and not physically pleasing at all. So, I needed a way to visualize

all cosmetic changes to the vehicle before committing and risking wasting money on aesthetic changes I might not like. With G[AR]AGE, this app allows me to skip the process of trial and error in finding what aesthetics changes I like, saving me a tremendous amount of money.”

The Congressional App Challenge is an official initiative of the U.S. House of Representatives, where Members of Congress host contests in their districts for middle school and high school students, encouraging them to learn to code and inspiring them to pursue careers in computer science.

This resounding show of bipartisan support emphasizes the critical importance of STEM education in today’s rapidly evolving world. Each participating Mem-

“We’re incredibly honored to host events such as the Teen festival.

This year’s Challenge saw an unprecedented level of participation, with 374 Members of the House of Representatives hosting competitions, surpassing the previous record of 340.

A remarkable 11,334 students from across the United States competed in this year’s Challenge, marking an impressive increase of nearly 1,000 participants compared to the previous record set in 2019.

ber of Congress selects a winning app from their district, and each winning team is invited to showcase their winning app to Congress during its annual #HouseOfCode

The enthusiasm and creativity these students displayed is a testament to the growing interest in technology and signal a bright future for American innovation.

Supreme Court homelessness case holds extra significance for Black Californians

Last month, the Supreme Court announced it would hear a case that, at first glance, may appear to have little importance to Californians.

AFTER all, Grants

Pass v. Johnson concerns an Oregon city boasting a population of only 40,000 and commanding none of the cultural importance of Portland, Salem or even Eugene. But Grants Pass is about to throw California’s racial politics into a state of upheaval.

Why? The case concerns whether or not cities can legally punish homeless people for sleeping on public land.

California’s housing crisis is no secret. According to federal data, we have 181,399 homeless individuals in our state. That makes California home to the largest homeless population, the largest percentage of the nation’s homeless population, and – critically for the Grants

Nor can we overlook downzoning, a process that occurred across many California cities, particularly in the 1970s. In order to prevent new population growth –especially among Black and Latino communities – cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco and others capped the construction of new housing units. This ensured that California’s Black residents could not move into white neighborhoods and white townships, confining them to slums.

Pass case – nearly half (49%) of all unsheltered homeless individuals in the U.S.

In California, 68% of its homeless population is unsheltered.

make up around 7% of the population, represent 26% of homeless people in the Golden State. One-third of homeless Californians over 50 are Black. If the Supreme Court rules in favor of the city of Grants Pass, it will be older Black people without homes, nearing or past retirement age, who suffer most.

How did we get here? No discussion of homelessness

and race can ignore the long history of redlining. The explicitly discriminatory financial rules associated with this practice were designed to lock Black people out of the housing market in white neighborhoods. This in turn prevented Black people from building the generational wealth that has powered so much of California’s economic growth to date.

This, in large part, is why California remains so segregated today. Black Americans, along with other minority groups, had the door slammed in their faces right when they tried to climb out of poverty. The rules that had facilitated the accumulation of wealth for white Americans were abruptly changed, leaving Californians of color out in the cold.

Homelessness skyrocketed. Fast forward to 2024, and the problem has only deepened.

What is the solution? We cannot simply wish away the

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Homelessness and the Dodd-Frank Law

WHAT WILL HAPPEN WHEN THE VOTING’S DONE?

This election cycle, a delegation running either for the California State Senate or the Los Angeles County Supervisor seats staged a town hall meeting in the unincorporated Willowbrook community, located just west of Compton.

The panel discussion organized and hosted by John Davis and the staff at Magic Johnson Park, took place on Wednesday, Feb. 21. The moderator was Kevin Gatewood.

The first panel consisting of those running for the senate – Lamar Lyons, Michelle Chambers, Jennifer Trichelle-Marie Williams, James Spencer, Albert Robles, Laura Richardson, and Alex Monteiro – fielded questions from the moderator for a little

These numbers are disturbing regardless of race, religion, gender or sexual orientation. But here in California, homelessness is undoubtedly a racial issue. Black Californians, who over 90 minutes; which left no time for the audience (about 130 attendees) to ask questions.

The second panel running for the county supervisor seat – Daphne Bradford, Katrina Williams, and Holly Mitchell – discussed more of the same, which indicated to me that they all know the topics of homelessness and affordable housing are big concerns in our neighborhoods.

There was much talk from both panels about homelessness and affordable housing, but nothing about what caused the surge of homelessness in the first place. Are the financial institutions and mortgage firms being held accountable to help mitigate the homelessness crisis?

Homelessness has been an issue for generations.

However, with a downturn in the booming mortgage industry, the year 2008 began an unprecedented homeless crisis in city after city across America due to the subprime loan market.

Mortgage companies were making housing more affordable by offering subprime mortgage products and services that hid high costs, fees, and penalties to make the borrower believe it was actually affordable.

Unfortunately, the practice of predatory lending led to thousands of foreclosures that disproportionately impacted minority families throughout the country.

It seems that those responsible for predatory lending, and the U.S.

Adriana Heldiz, CalMatters

Volunteers Aleta Barthell surveys Vickie Traylor, a resident experiencing homelessness, for the annual point-in-time count in San Diego on Jan. 25, 2024. The voluntary survey is a federally mandated requirement to gather data on the region’s homeless population. Photo by Adriana Heldiz, CalMatters

Firebaugh HS boys’ basketball team wins CIF championship

Firebaugh High School’s boys’ basketball team has had a recordbreaking season, earning the most wins in Falcon history and, after its 7631 victory over Big Bear High School on Feb. 24, the team added another monumental title to their belt – CIF Southern Section Division 5A Champions.

THE team now advances to the State Championships – which consists of five games – with the first round of the Division 5 State Championships against Coalinga High School taking place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, February 27 at Firebaugh High School.

“This year, our team came together as a family, a unit,” Coach Stephon Price said.

By Dennis J. Freeman

LOS ANGELES - LeBron James is now the NBA’s version of Mount Rushmore. James needed nine points against the defending champs, the Denver Nuggets to become the first NBA player to reach 40,000 points in a career.

“It’s amazing,” Denver guard Jamal Murray said after the Nuggets defeated the Lakers 124-114 in a game played at Crypto.com Arena. “Obviously, [he’s] the first person to do that. I think the biggest thing for his career is durability and consistency, the way he’s been able to keep up the level of performance throughout the years.”

James hit the magic mark in the second quarter with a spectacular layup over Denver forward Michael Porter Jr. James received thunderous applause from the Crypto.com Arena crowd after his bucket, but after guard D’Angelo Russell connected on a long jumper that caused the Nuggets to call

“Whenever you have a family, it takes time but once you get it together, it is magic. I want to thank our team for trusting me both on and off the court. I am so proud of all of them no matter what. We made history. We Baugh!”

After last year’s 6-22 record, Firebaugh High welcomed Price, an established high

school coach, to help rebuild the program, alongside promising freshmen, sophomores and returning student-athletes. Together, the team secured an 18-11 record and was named the San Gabriel Valley League Co-Champions alongside Gahr High School.

During the championship game, the Falcon’s senior cap-

tain and 6-foot-8 post Teiahijo Gilpen dominated, leading with 22 points, 11 rebounds and three blocks, while sophomore and shooting guard Adrian De La Cruz scored 21 points and Aaron Banks, one of the three senior team captains and guard, had 17 points and 12 rebounds.

“Congratulations to our

LeBron reaches 40K points milestone

a timeout, that’s when James felt the vibe of his achievement.

“To be the first player to do something is pretty cool in this league,” James said during a postgame press conference.

During his pregame press conference, Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham was asked if he could fathom any player hitting the 40,000-point ceiling.

“I was born and raised in Saginaw, Michigan, growing up watching the NBA ever since I can remember…maybe six or seven years old. I’m well of what Kareem, you know, pushed the record to where he pushed it to, thinking like it’s one of those records that’s not going to be broken. But here we are.”

“It’s a testament to ‘Bron’s… just the time and resources that he spends on himself, making sure that not only is he healthy, that he’s healthy at a high level,” Ham continued. “It’s a great message to send to athletes all over the world, regardless of what sport you’re in. The self-

care, making sure all the T’s are crossed, the I’s are dotted, in terms of nutrition, sleeping habits, work rates, preparatory work, being efficient with what he’s doing in the moment, whether it’s a game day or nongame day, and also recovery piece.”

The distance between first and second place is far away. James surpassed former Los Angeles Lakers great Kareem Abdul Jabbar, who is second on the NBA’s all-time scoring list, a while back.

To put things into perspective, James has played in far fewer games (1,474) than Abdul Jabbar (1,550), who finished his career with 38,387 points. James is the only NBA player to record 40,000 points, 10,000 rebounds, and 10,000 assists.

When Abdul Jabbar finished playing it was widely thought that the scoring record was completely out of reach for anyone. Not only has James surpassed Abdul Jabbar, but he’s also taken the scoring pla-

student-athletes on a record-breaking season and amazing display of teamwork, heart and tenacity during the CIF Championships,” Superintendent Gudiel R. Crosthwaite, Ph.D. said. “No matter the result of tonight’s game, you should be proud of your achievements. Good luck, Falcons!”

teau to another level.

LeBron’s teammate Anthony Davis was asked if there was a player he could see in the foreseeable future catching up to James and bypassing him for the all-time scoring mark.

“Probably Steph [Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry]...the way he shoots the ball,” Davis said. “But it’s tough because he’s [James] not finished playing, So it’s only going to increase and the gap is going to get bigger and bigger.”

What James managed to accomplish was certainly a time to reflect and celebrate. However, the Nuggets had some say about that. Despite leading the Lakers with 26 points on his memorable night, the Nuggets reminded James and the Lakers that they are the same team that defeated them in the Western Conference Finals in 2023.

“I just want to be better,” James remarked. “I just want to figure out a way how we can be better versus this team. They have our number. We haven’t beaten them in quite a while.”

Photo by Dennis J. Freeman

Clutch Time

Firebaugh High School boys’ basketball team celebrate their 76-31 win over Big Bear High School, clinching the CIF Southern Section Division 5A Championship title on Feb. 24, 2024.

Homelessness

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legacies of downzoning and redlining. But we can remake them by destroying the barriers that still deprive so many Black Americans of affordable housing. Many steps must be taken to tackle racial disparities in health care, education and policing – disparities that are often heightened for Black women.

But the first step relates to housing. The tools that have kept Black Californians locked out of housing must be dismantled. New, affordable housing must be built – and made available to people of color –fast. San Francisco, for example, spent 18 months deciding whether it would potentially enable displacement to allow housing on a Nordstrom valet parking lot. Such delays are unacceptable.

As a Black man from Oakland, I understand the fear of gentrification and displacement at the hands of greedy developers who don’t care about the community. After all, it was often Black and brown neighborhoods that were bulldozed for the highways.

But the homelessness crisis is severe, and people need places to live. Demand cannot be wished away. We cannot afford 18-month delays to construction. People in the present cannot live in hypothetical future housing – and now, thanks to the Supreme Court, the clock is ticking faster than ever.

This commentary article was written by Jackson Huston for CalMatters. CalMatters is an editorial partner of The Bulletin newspaper.

Dodd-Frank

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government that benefitted from it should be held more accountable. Does what’s known as the DoddFrank Law let them off the hook?

Signed into law in 2010 by President Obama, Dodd-Frank authorizes Washington bureaucrats to give large financial institutions “to big to fail” status, thus making them eligible for taxpayer-funded bailouts.

Homelessness continues to outpace affordable housing, and cities like Los Angeles need all the resources they can get.

Along with that, in many cases developers conduct inadequate impact studies that affect communities throughout the state where lowincome rental housing properties are getting a pass (thanks to California’s Assembly Bill 2097) on the required number of parking spaces per unit.

In their presentations they claim that most lowincome tenants don’t own cars, but many of them do; and they also have relatives and friends that visit, causing them to park on the street due to inadequate onsite parking.

Surrounding homeowners are left with no choice but to illegally park in alleyways or blocks away from their homes. Parking in alleyways disrupts trash pick-up services, and makes it hazardous for residents getting in and out of their garages as their view is impaired while watching for speeding vehicles coming from either direction.

The cause and effect of homelessness should be addressed with an urgent “all hands on deck” approach, especially from those who created this crisis. What will happen when the voting’s done?

This guest commentary was written by Larry Buford. Larry Buford can be reached by email: LBuford8101@hotmail.com

City Clerk’s Corner

COMPTON CITY COUNCIL AGENDA RECAP FOR FEB. 27, 2024

PRESENTATION: G. Bernard Brown - Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (Councilman Spicer)

Presentation Made by Mayor Emma Sharif

PRESENTATION: Afro Unicorn Foundation , Kenyelle Ash (President) and April Showers (CEO/Founder) - (Councilwoman Lillie Darden)

Item removed A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A PURCHASE ORDER FOR PAYMENT OF THE CITY’S 2024 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES TO LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ($27,145)

Resolution No. 25,985

4 Yes Votes

1 Absence

Approved

Travel Request to attend the African American Mayors Association in Atlanta, Georgia on April 24, 2024 - April 27, 2024.

Approved - Mayor Sharif to attend.

Waive the Reading of the Ordinance

3 Yes Votes

1 Absence

1 Abstention Approved

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF COMPTON AMENDING

SECTION 7-27 OF CHAPTER VII OF THE COMPTON MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH THE FORFEITURE OF NUISANCE VEHICLES ENGAGED IN ILLEGAL SPEED CONTESTS, EXHIBITIONS OF SPEED, STREET RACES, STREET TAKEOVERS, SIDESHOWS, MOTORCYCLE STUNTING AND RECKLESS DRIVING EXHIBITIONS (SECOND READING)

4 Yes Votes

1 Absence

Ordinance No. 2,357 Approved Effective in 30 Days

For more information, please visit our website at http://www. comptoncity.org

Courtesy photo Lincoln Elementary School kicked off National Read Across America Week with the Los Angeles Chargers, who read captivating stories to some of Lincoln’s youngest learners on March 1.

Lincoln Elementary kicks off Read Across America Week with L.A. Chargers

This event — celebrated during the first week of March — was held in partnership with the Los Angeles Chargers Impact Fund, which aims to empower youth to achieve their dreams through education, mentorship and sports-based youth development.

Students connected with legendary NFL stars, Corey Liuget, former defensive tackle, and running back Elijah Dotson, both of whom sported signature Dr. Seuss red and white striped top hats as they read to kindergarten and firstand second-graders. Students received Dr. Seuss books, bags, rally towels and flags. Additionally, the Chargers made it possible for every Lincoln student to take home three free books of their choosing from the Scholastic Book Fair.

All Lynwood Unified elementary schools are participating in Read Across America through spirit days and guest readings. As part of the District’s literacy initiative, special attention is dedicated to enriching reading and literacy abilities among students from Transitional Kindergarten through third grade to ensure their success throughout their educational pathways and equip them with the tools necessary for success in college, career and beyond.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

ANDRINIQUE SHERIDANJENNINGS AKA ANDRIQUE SHERIDAN AKA ANDRINIQUE SHERIDAN AKA ANDRIQUE RENE SHERIDAN AKA ANDRIQUE RENE SHERIDANJENNINGS

CASE NO. 21STPB08889

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ANDRINIQUE SHERIDANJENNINGS AKA ANDRIQUE SHERIDAN AKA ANDRINIQUE SHERIDAN AKA ANDRIQUE RENE SHERIDAN AKA ANDRIQUE RENE SHERIDANJENNINGS.

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

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that DAMON SHERIDAN 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:

03/15/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 44 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

CYNTHIA PEARSON - SBN 272156,

LEGAL NOTICES

OVERTON, LYMAN & PRINCE LLP

520 S GRAND AVENUE, STE 395 LOS ANGELES CA 90071, Telephone (213) 683-5381

2/21, 2/28, 3/6/24

CNS-3783875# THE COMPTON BULLETIN

SchId:93873 AdId:31568 CustId:61

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee’s Sale No. CAHLF-23019806 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/19/2016. 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. 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 Web site www. servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case, CAHLF-23019806. 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. On March 18, 2024, at 11:00:00 AM,

BY THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED AT, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, in the City of POMONA, County of LOS ANGELES, State of CALIFORNIA, PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under that certain Deed of Trust executed by 921 EDGEWOOD, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, as Trustors, recorded on 3/8/2016, as Instrument No. 20160252480, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA, under the power of sale therein contained, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION 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, re-

garding 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. Property is being sold “as is - where is”. The land hereinafter referred to is situated in the City of Inglewood, County of Los Angeles, State of CA, and is described as follows: Lots 729 and 730, of Tract No. 1453, in the City of Inglewood, County of Los Angeles, State of California, as per map recorded in Book No. 20, Page(s) No. 122 and 123, of Maps, in the Office of the County recorder of said County. From information which the Trustee deems reliable, but for which Trustee makes no representation or warranty, the street address or other common designation of the above described property is purported to be 921 EDGEWOOD STREET, INGLEWOOD, CA 90302. Said property is being sold for the purpose of paying the obligations secured by said Deed of Trust, including fees and expenses of sale. The total amount of the unpaid principal balance, interest thereon, together with reasonably estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Trustee’s Sale is $1,777,318.16.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 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 877-237-7878, or visit www.peakforeclosure.com

using file number assigned to this case: CAHLF-23019806 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. NOTICE TO PERSPECTIVE OWNEROCCUPANT:

Any perspective owneroccupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC. by 5:00 PM on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at the address set forth above. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. 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 the first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale will be entitled only to the return of the money paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchasers sole and exclusive remedy. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. SALE INFORMATION LINE: 714-730-2727 or www.servicelinkasap.com Dated:

2/13/2024 PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., AS TRUSTEE

By: Lilian Solano, Trustee Sale Officer A-4809881 02/20/2024, 02/27/2024, 03/05/2024

SchId:93945 AdId:31593 CustId:64

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee’s Sale No. CAHLF-23019808 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/10/2020. 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. 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 Web site www. servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case, CAHLF-23019808. 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. On March 11, 2024, at 11:00:00 AM, BY THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED AT, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, in the City of POMONA, County of LOS ANGELES, State of CALIFORNIA, PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., a California corporation, as duly appointed Trustee under that certain Deed of Trust executed by 921 EDGEWOOD LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, as Trustors, recorded on 10/2/2020, as Instrument No. 20201218029, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES County, State of CALIFORNIA, under the power of sale therein contained, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION 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. Property is being sold “as is - where is”. The land referred to herein below is situated in the City of Inglewood, in the County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as follows: Lots 729 and 730 of tract no. 1453, in the City of Inglewood, County of Los Angeles, State of California, as per map recorded in Book 20, Page(s) 122 and 123 of Maps, in the office of the County Recorder of said County. From information which the Trustee deems reliable, but for which Trustee makes no representation or warranty, the street address or other common designation of the above described property is purported to be 921 EDGEWOOD STREET, IN-

GLEWOOD, CA 90302. Said property is being sold for the purpose of paying the obligations secured by said Deed of Trust, including fees and expenses of sale. The total amount of the unpaid principal balance, interest thereon, together with reasonably estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Trustee’s Sale is $248,227.20.NOTICE TO POTEN-

TIAL 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 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 877-237-7878, or visit www.peakforeclosure.com using file number assigned to this case CAHLF-23019808 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. NOTICE TO PERSPECTIVE OWNEROCCUPANT:

Any perspective owneroccupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered to PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC. by 5:00 PM on the next business day following the trustee’s sale at

the address set forth above. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. 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 the first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale will be entitled only to the return of the money paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchasers sole and exclusive remedy. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. SALE INFORMATION LINE: 714-730-2727 or www.servicelinkasap.com Dated: 2/13/2024 PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES, INC., AS TRUSTEE

By: Lilian Solano, Trustee Sale Officer A-4809884 02/20/2024, 02/27/2024, 03/05/2024

SchId:93948 AdId:31594 CustId:64

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ROLAND D. JACKSON

Case No. 24STPB00450

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ROLAND D. JACKSON.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Demetreal Lynn Boone in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Demetreal Lynn Boone 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 on 3/7/2024 at 8:30am in Department 11 located at 111 North Hill Street. 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.

LYNN BOONE

631 MYRRH LANE

COMPTON CA 90220

Phone: 310-650-4301 Fax: 310635-4045

SchId:93986 AdId:31606 CustId:630

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF:

WILLIE DEE HOOD

CASE NO. 24STPB01844

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

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

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

THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

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: 03/18/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 4 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

CECIL R. MCNAB ESQ. - SBN 163551

LAW OFFICE OF CECIL R. MCNAB 3130 WILSHIRE BLVD., SUITE

508

LOS ANGELES CA 90010

Telephone (310) 649-0916

2/28, 3/6, 3/13/24

CNS-3786296# THE COMPTON BULLETIN

SchId:94064 AdId:31634 CustId:61

T.S. No. 118442-CA APN: 6141025-024 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 5/19/2022. 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 4/16/2024 at 10:30 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 5/26/2022 as Instrument No. 20220569558 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: AUDREY JEAN EDWARDS, AS SURVIVING JOINT TENANT WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK 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; BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766 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: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common

designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1321 S GRANDEE AVENUE, COMPTON, CA 90220 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 held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured 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: $486,899.80 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 a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. 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. NO-

TICE 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 (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 118442-CA. 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: Effective January 1, 2021, 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 (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 118442-CA 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. FOR SALES INFOR-

MATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 725 San Diego, California 92108

SchId:94176 AdId:31670 CustId:670

ORDINANCE NO. 2357

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON AMENDING SECTION 7-27 OF CHAPTER VII OF THE COMPTON MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH THE FORFEITURE OF NUISANCE VEHICLES ENGAGED IN ILLEGAL SPEED CONTESTS, EXHIBITIONS OF SPEED, STREET RACES, STREET TAKEOVERS, SIDESHOWS, MOTORCYCLE STUNTING AND RECKLESS DRIVING EXHIBITIONS

I Vernell McDaniel, City Clerk of the City of Compton, hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was adopted by the City Council, signed by the Mayor, and attested by the City Clerk at a regular meeting thereof held on the 24th day of October, 2023.

That said Ordinance was adopted by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - DUHART, BOWERS, DARDEN, SHARIF

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERSNONE

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERSSPICER

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERSNONE

The full text of this Ordinance is available at no charge from the Office of the City Clerk (310) 6055530.

PUBLISH: 03/06/24 & 03/13/24

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MARTHA MARTINEZ

Case No. 24STPB02220

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of MARTHA MARTINEZ

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

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Julio Bonilla 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 on March 28, 2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 67 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:

CYNTHIA VELASCO ESQ

SBN 306140

GREENACRE LAW LLP

700 FLOWER ST

STE 1000 LOS ANGELES CA 90017

CN104884 MARTINEZ Mar 6,13,20, 2024

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JOSE

RAUL MARTINEZ RUIZ

Case No. 24STPB02100

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

RAUL MARTINEZ RUIZ

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

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Julio Bonilla be appointed as special administrator 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 on March 27, 2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 5 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:

CYNTHIA VELASCO ESQ

SBN 306140

GREENACRE LAW LLP

700 FLOWER ST STE 1000 LOS ANGELES CA 90017

CN104546 RUIZ Mar 6,13,20, 2024

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (UCC Sec. 6105) Escrow No. 24036-HY

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s), business address(es) to the Seller(s) are: CA HAIRZONE INC., 8501 CRENSHAW BLVD INGLEWOOD, CA 90305

Doing Business as: HAIRZONE BEAUTY SUPPLY & SALON

All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Seller(s) within three years, as stated by the Seller(s), is/are:

The name(s) and address of the Buyer(s) is/are: WOO SEOK JEONG AND OR ASSIGNEE, 137 S REEVES DR APT 201 BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90212-3014

The assets to be sold are described in general as: FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, TRADE NAME, MACHINERY, GOODWILL, LEASE, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS AND COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, SUPPLIES, TELEPHONE NUMBERS and are located at: 8501 CRENSHAW BLVD INGLEWOOD, CA 90305

The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: NEW CENTURY ESCROW, INC, 500 S. KRAEMER BLVD STE 275, BREA CA 92821 and the anticipated sale date is MARCH 22, 2024

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: NEW CENTURY ESCROW, INC, 500 S. KRAEMER BLVD STE 275, BREA CA 92821 and the last day for filing claims shall be MARCH 21, 2024, which is the business day before the sale date specified above.

Dated: 02/26/2024

BUYER: WOO SEOK JEONG 2180969-PP INGLEWOOD TRIBUNE 3/6/24

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF BARBARA JEAN BUTLER

Case No. 23STPB09155

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of BARBARA JEAN BUTLER.

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

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Kalvin Butler 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 on May 29, 2024 at 8:30am in Department 67 located at 111 North Hill Street. 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.

Kalvin Butler

800 S. Bradfield Avenue

Compton CA 90221

Phone: (626) 551-6743

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By Bob Garver

I wasn’t the biggest fan of the first installment of director Denis Villeneuve’s take on the Frank Herbert sci-fi classic “Dune” back in 2021. The sounds and visuals were great, and I understood why it won so many technical Oscars that year, but I couldn’t get invested in the characters or story, so I didn’t recommend the film.

Ifeel the same way about “Dune: Part Two,” but somehow the dynamic has shifted without anything really changing. The characters and story arcs are still baffling to keep straight (and as with the “Demon Slayer” movie last week, this doesn’t make for a great entry point into the series), but the sounds and visuals are so awesome that I give it a recommendation.

I guess I could chalk it up to going into the film with a little more familiarity with the property, having seen the first movie, but I’d like to think that Villeneuve has just upped his game in some subtle fashion.

The story this time sees hero Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) living full-time, and stripped of his noble title, on the sand planet Arrakis, known for its valuable “spice.” He joins up with the good-but-rebellious Fremen, led by Stilgar (Javier Bardem), in their war against evil spice-controllers House Harkonnen.

Stilgar and other Fremen believe that Paul may be a messiah sent to win them the war, so much so that his mother Lady Jessica (Rebecca Ferguson) is immediately granted the high religious position of Reverend Mother and all the powers and responsibilities that come with it. Paul, his mother, his mentor Gurney

‘DUNE: PART TWO’ IS WORTH SEEING

(Josh Brolin), and his warrior girlfriend Chani (Zendaya) know he’s no messiah, but he starts to give input that turns the tide of the war, so are the Fremen so wrong to believe in him?

Could it even be that he really is the messiah and never known it?

Over on the bad guys’ side, Baron Harkonnen (Stellan Skarsgård) has been weakened, but is still alive following the battle with Paul’s father in the first movie. He has since put his nephew Glossu (Dave Bautista) in charge of his army, but Glossu is about as good at leading an army as Bautista was at being a lead babyface wrestler going into WWE WrestleMania ten years ago, which is to say not good

at all.

In fact, that’s probably why Paul is doing so well in battle – he’s up against a lousy opponent. The Baron is considering putting his younger, more sadistic nephew Feyd-Rautha (Austin Butler) in charge of the army instead. Also, everyone on Arrakis has to answer to Emperor Shaddam (Christopher Walken), who doesn’t care about the war and just wants spice harvesting to go smoothly for economic reasons.

His daughter Irulan (Florence Pugh) is preparing to take over for him, she doesn’t have much of a role here but she’s sure to be given more development down the line.

And I’m looking forward to seeing what happens down

the line. Not so much for the still-bland story and characters, but just to see what this series can do to top itself as a sheer spectacle. After the first “Dune,” I didn’t care if we ever got another movie. But after “Part Two,” I care.

Just my luck, I’m hearing that the next installment won’t be ready for at least five more years, but this movie is doing so well at the box office that the studio may tell the production to step on the gas.

This is the kind of ambitious epic that doesn’t come along very often, so when it does, it makes for a special occasion, which is why I recommend springing for special large-scale theater experiences like IMAX or Dolby. This film is likely to fare even better than its predecessor at next year’s Oscars, and is frankly the first “must-see” film that I’ve seen in a long time.

Grade: B-

“Dune: Part Two” is rated PG-13 for sequences of strong violence, some suggestive material and brief strong language. Its running time is 166 minutes. Contact Bob Garver at rrg251@nyu.edu.