A second chance can become the opportunity you need to transform your lifeOn July 2, Winston Leiva walks into his bedroom and throws away his clothes that are connected to his previous life as a gang member…Jun 10, 2021Jun 10, 2021
Memes are now more than a good laugh“Always follow your curiosity. You are seeing things that I am not seeing,” said An Xia Mina. I found this quote so memorable because…Apr 1, 2021Apr 1, 2021
COVID-19: Through the eyes of Watts residentsIt has been a year since the declaration of a global pandemic, COVID-19. The public was advised to quarantine in their homes. And avoid…Mar 15, 2021Mar 15, 2021
Community Data Profile: WattsMy community of Watts is populated by 46,185 residents who majority are low-income people of color, according to the Census Reporter. The…Feb 19, 2021Feb 19, 2021
Watts: Yes, we are misrepresentedThere are days when I am concerned about my community. You will see people in the streets with masks. The streets are filled with tents…Feb 5, 2021Feb 5, 2021
Published inUnder the SunLiving with my parents who tested positive for COVID-19By: Fabiola Perez LopezDec 14, 2020Dec 14, 2020
Published inUnder the SunIt’s Time We Had The Talk About Mental Health And College StudentsBy Fabiola PDec 1, 2020Dec 1, 2020
Published inUnder the SunLocal Musician Is Changing The Watt’s Narrative Through His Music And Passion To GiveIn the city of Watts, California, there was a man in Brandon “Stix” Salaam Bailey’s neighborhood named Bad Luck whose name has changed to…Oct 21, 2020Oct 21, 2020
A Latina’s journey to change the worldI grew up in Watts, California, which is known for the Watts Riots and violent affiliation from gangs. I witnessed old friends have…Aug 28, 2020Aug 28, 2020
