#ICYMI: Mujer Latina Conference Gave Inspiration

Dec. 20, 2018 / By Michael Lozano
Tags: Education, empowerment, Latina

As we celebrate the new year, we look back at some highlights from 2018. In March, the community leaders at Latinos In Action put together this inspiring event.

ARTIST CONVERSATIONS PODCAST EP. 1: Mental Wellness, Acceptance, & Identity

Dec. 20, 2018 / By Odin Smith
Tags: artists, music, podcast, Youth

Podcast host Odin Smith unravels the personal journey of young artists first venturing into the music world, covering themes of mental wellness, confidence, acceptance, and more. Special guest Long Beach music producer and filmmaker Tempest joins her.

Amid Development Craze, At-Risk Khmer Market Finds Hope in Community

Dec. 19, 2018 / By Sarahi Apaez
Tags: Cambodian, development, gentrification, Housing, Khmer

This longtime staple of Cambodian food in Long Beach just might have a chance to survive following an outpour of support from residents. Find out why.

Youth Profile with Suzie Price: Long Beach’s District 3 Council Member

Dec. 12, 2018 / By Chantera Walton
Tags: City Council, city leader, price, suzie

Price sat with VoiceWaves youth to share a personal portrait of her rise in politics, her greatest successes, and obstacles.

Shaping Young Students’ Lives: Living Arts Long Beach Provides Guidance

Dec. 12, 2018 / By Caitlin Trebil
Tags: aftertschool, Art, Nonprofit, Youth

The program has helped diverse youth learn art, new skills and find acceptance.

Youth Q&A with Daryl Supernaw: Long Beach’s District 4 Council Member

Dec. 10, 2018 / By Ceferino Martirez
Tags: 4th, city leader, council member, Politics

We asked Supernaw a wide range of questions, including his start in politics, youth and social programs and his plans for the future of greater Long Beach.

Don’t Mess with My Time: The Case for Year-Round Daylight Savings

Dec. 4, 2018 / By Chantera Walton
Tags: daylight savings, op-ed, time, Youth

The clock’s fallback is doing no one any good