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'Growing up I wasn't the richest but...': Serena Williams’ inspiring rise from Compton’s public tennis courts to 23 Grand Slam titles and how her parents overcame financial struggles and limited resources to help turn a young girl’s dream into a historic tennis career

Serena Williams’ journey from public tennis courts in Compton to 23 Grand Slam singles titles is a story of family, sacrifice and determination. In a powerful reflection, Serena recalled, “Growing up I wasn’t the richest, but I had a rich family in spirit,” as she paid tribute to her parents,…

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The five men at the center of Tupac’s murder mystery as trial begins

Duane “Keffe D” Davis is the last living suspect in one of hip-hop’s most enduring mysteries — the 1996 death of rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas

The Independent UK

The L.A. Nonprofit Where the Formerly Incarcerated Grow Organic Produce

ALMA Backyard Farms seeks to feed the souls and stomachs of Compton residents with little access to healthy and affordable food.

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In One of L.A.’s Food Deserts, ‘Hands That Harmed Are Now Hands That Heal’

At an urban farm in Compton, the formerly incarcerated nourish residents hit by rising costs and cuts. Their “pay what you can” markets draw hundreds.

Capital & Main

Netflix cancels show with 94% Rotten Tomatoes score

The show followed a fictionalized version of Compton-born rapper Vince Staples

The Independent UK

Chrisean Rock Gets Slapped, Sparks Multi-Person Altercation After Grabbing Another Woman's Phone

Reality star Chrisean Rock was slapped and involved in a multi-person brawl after she reached for a woman's phone during a Compton Christmas parade.

International Business Times UK

Serena Williams built her legacy on defiance. Why lend it to Ozempic culture?

From Compton outsider to American nonpareil, she came to embody resistance. But her embrace of GLP-1 drugs feels like capitulation to ideals she once rejected

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Updated Top NFL Player-Producing California High Schools

The Top pro-producing high schools in California with their respective ranks, player counts, and cities.

SuperWest Sports

Compton man launches lawsuit against In-N-Out alleging discrimination over hairstyle

Elijah Obeng, 21, has sued the popular fast food chain for over $3 million

The Independent UK

From Van Gogh to Superman: Keep cool with our guide to the summer’s best arts and entertainment

From a very hungry crocodile to some equally famished zombies, a superstar Compton rapper to a Smallville superhero: our critics choose the eye-opening arts events that will dazzle you over the next few months

The Guardian - UK

Kendrick Lamar Teased As Potential Performer at 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles

The Compton, CA native is being eyes for the opening ceremony of the 2028 Olympics.

Sports Illustrated

Pandemic Recovery Efforts Boost Student Achievement In Schools

Analysis reveals post-pandemic learning setbacks in reading and math, emphasizing need for targeted interventions and support.

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Who Is Kendrick Lamar's Fiancée and Quick Facts About His Parents

Kendrick Lamar's fiancée, Whitney Alford, is his longtime partner, while his parents, Paula Oliver and Kenny Duckworth, shaped his music and upbringing.

International Business Times UK

Kendrick Lamar Net Worth: How Much Has the Super Bowl 59 Performer Earned in His Career?

The Compton native has won 22 Grammy awards, 11 MTV Video Music awards and six Billboard Music awards.

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Kendrick Lamar albums ranked in order of greatness as he headlines Super Bowl 2025

COUNTDOWN: As Kendrick Lamar’s much-anticipated performance at this year’s Super Bowl approaches, Kevin E G Perry rates the rapper’s albums to date

The Conversation

Five reasons why vertical farming is still the future, despite all the recent business failures

Plant factories are failing, with multiple companies closing or going bankrupt in recent months. This includes the largest vertical farm on the planet, in Compton, Los Angeles.

The Independent UK

Man charged in Tupac Shakur killing files motion to dismiss the case

An ex-gang leader is filing to dismiss all the charges against him in the killing of rap music icon Tupac Shakur decades ago, citing constitutional violations

The Independent UK

Drake calls Kendrick Lamar collaborator Steve Lacy a ‘fragile opp’ in latest feud escalation

The ‘Bad Habit’ singer-songwriter responded to Drake’s jibe on Instagram, saying: ‘Who tryna be my…fragile opp’

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Kendrick Lamar dropped the music video for ‘They Not Like Us’ and it features DeMar DeRozan

DeMar DeRozan, Compton native and former Toronto Raptor, seems to have chosen a side in the rap beef.

The Independent UK

Will ex-gang leader held in Tupac Shakur killing get house arrest with $750K bail? Judge to decide

A Nevada judge is being asked to decide if a former Los Angeles-area gang leader will be freed from jail to house arrest on $750,000 bail ahead of his murder trial in the 1996 killing of hip-hop music legend Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas

The Independent UK

Kendrick Lamar surprises students with commencement speech at Compton’s graduation ceremony

‘Not Like Us’ rapper tells graduates to apply what they’ve learnt at college to be independent thinkers

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Who will be the Chicago Bulls’ toughest free agency decision?

There's a strong case to hang onto the Compton native.

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Brickbat: Let's Go for a Ride

Former Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office Deputy Christopher Hernandez has been sentenced to 18 months in prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to violate the civil rights of skateboarder Jesus Alegria. Hernandez and now-former Deputy Miguel Vega kidnapped Alegria after he told them to stop picking on teens in a…

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Anthony Anderson, the controversial Emmys host whose casting has sparked a backlash

The Compton-born ‘Black-ish’ star is fronting the biggest night in TV – Kevin E G Perry looks at his career in comedy and the sexual assault allegations made against him

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Bakery ravaged by looters in Compton, community rallies for support

Discover the chaotic yet heartwarming tale of a family-owned bakery in Compton, California, as it faces adversity after a wild car crash and subsequent loo...

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