š± Street takeovers are down in Comptonābut how safe are intersections?
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In today's newsletter:
- Street takeovers are down in Comptonābut how safe are intersections?
- How a Rams STEAM visit is opening new doors for Compton students
- How a Compton-born mom built a movement for LAās unhoused
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Clouds giving way to sun, with a high of 76 and low of 61 degrees.
- Thursday: Clouds giving way to sun, temps: high: 77, low: 61.
- Friday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 75 and low of 63 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Onlooker struck by car doing donuts at illegal street takeover in Compton, video shows (abc7.com) ā A chaotic street takeover at Alameda Street and Greenleaf Boulevard in Compton was caught on video showing an onlooker apparently struck as a car did donuts, though deputies say no injuries were reported. Sheriffās officials from the Compton Station say theyāve logged 113 takeovers in six months, a 58% drop from last year, but warn the dangerous trend and related crimes persist. 
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2. Los Angeles Rams and Hollywood Park wrap up first year of STEAM Education Program, look to expand in years to come (therams.com) ā Compton students at Bunche Middle School helped launch the Ramsā STEAM education program, with players and professionals bringing hands-on science and career exploration directly to campus. The initiative has already reached thousands of Los Angelesāarea students through stadium field days, school visits, and online lessons, and organizers plan to expand into high schools with guidance from local educators. Ā Ā Ā
3. How Shirley Raines broke through the noise of TikTok and Instagram to inspire millions (mashable.com) ā Compton native Shirley Raines turned her own experience with homelessness into Beauty 2 The Streetz, a hugely influential effort serving unhoused people on Skid Row and beyond. Her sudden death this year left a major void, but her nonprofit continues its hands-on outreach while sheās honored as an Icon Grand Marshal for LA Pride, inspiring others to serve with the same compassion. Ā Ā Ā
4. Albums We're Excited For in June (okayplayer.com) ā Compton gets a brief spotlight as rapper YG readies his first album since signing a new deal, one of several big June releases. Music fans can also look forward to projects from Lizzo, Vince Staples, Rick Ross, PJ Morton, and more, spanning R&B, rap, and soul just in time for summer listening. Ā Ā Ā
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- Superior Grocers posted a job opening for Meat Cutter in Compton. Apply here.
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