Community Voices
A Vision for Women’s Rights Through Film
As executive director of Women’s Voices Now, Heidi Basch-Harod leads the charge to amplify women’s voices globally by using film to inspire action and drive social change

In celebration of Women’s History Month, please meet the extraordinary female artivist Heidi Basch-Harod, executive director of Women’s Voices Now (WVN), a Los Angeles-based nonprofit organization using film to drive social change […]

A Cherished San Pedro Original
Remembering Peter Navy Tuiasosopo (Dec. 22, 1963 – Feb. 10, 2025)—a high school football star, actor, and mentor whose warmth and compassion continue to inspire

I have been fortunate to have friends who have accomplished much in life and always remained the same as I knew them back in high school. Peter Navy Tuiasosopo was one of […]

A San Pedro Legacy Revived
Tim Ursich’s memoir 'The Boys of ’62' chronicles the unforgettable story of San Pedro’s Little League champions, their World Series journey, and the roots that shaped a local legend

If one wanted to write a book appealing to the widest possible San Pedro audience, it would be about one of three things: San Pedro history, growing up in San Pedro during […]

San Pedro’s Mahjong Movement
From beginners to seasoned players, the popular tile game is fostering community and friendship one tile at a time, at Peck Park and beyond

Mahjong, the tile-based strategy game, is gaining popularity in San Pedro. What began as a small gathering at Peck Park has grown primarily through word of mouth. For me, learning to play […]

How the Fires May Impact Homelessness
With thousands newly homeless and a shortage of affordable housing, LA’s battle for shelter takes on greater urgency

January brought us the worst LA County fires our region has ever experienced.  While the fires were devastating and will change the LA housing landscape for decades to come, the way our […]

Black History Month: Local Voices, Lasting Legacies
From music to military service, meet a few Black leaders who inspire our community

February marks Black History Month, a tradition that started in the Jim Crow era and was officially recognized in 1976.  It aims to honor African Americans’ contributions and acknowledge their sacrifices. San […]

Empowering San Pedro: Neighborhood Councils
From fostering civic engagement to advocating for community-driven solutions, neighborhood councils connect residents to local governance and the future of their neighborhoods

Neighborhood councils are the backbone of grassroots democracy, bridging San Pedro residents and the City of LA.  These councils help our town become better informed on various projects, voice our concerns about […]

San Pedro Youth Coalition Returns
After a pandemic hiatus, the Future Leaders of San Pedro dinner returns April 30, celebrating young talent and supporting the next generation

In 1986, a handful of us involved in youth sports in San Pedro came together over several months to discuss how we could successfully advocate for much-needed additional youth sports facilities.  A […]

The Beat Goes On for San Pedro Native 
Longtime educator Ron Hoshi wins a seat on the Anaheim school board, continuing his legacy of dedication and service

When most people retire in their late 60s, they look forward to a life of leisure, travel, and recreation. Not San Pedro native Ron Hoshi. After 32 years in education, the 67-year-old […]

A Vision For Community And Walkability
Building connections through ‘third places’

My youngest son has always had a keen eye for design. As a child, he noticed details others overlooked.  The best time to travel with our children was when they were in […]

Tackling Tough Questions Together
What do you want to know about the current homeless crisis?

Did you know that last year, the homeless population declined by 0.27 percent to 75,312 in LA County, and by 2.2 percent to 45,252 in the City of LA?   While these […]