ne person is dead and two others were wounded during a shooting Sunday in Downtown Long Beach near the grand opening celebration for Marathon Burger on Pine Avenue. Just after 3:30 p.m., police responded to the restaurant at 245 Pine Ave. following reports of a shooting with “multiple victims,” according to the Long Beach Police Department. LBPD officers aided three victims, until Long Beach Fire Department personnel took over and took them to a local hospital, one in critical and two in stable condition, according to a department spokesperson. One of the victims later died at the hospital, according to the LBPD. The victim's identity is being withheld while authorities notify the next of kin, police said. Police described the other two gunshot victims as men in their late teens to early 20s. Their wounds were not considered life-threatening, according to authorities.Read the full story here: https://lbwatchdog.com/marathon-burger-grand-opening-interrupted-by-nearby-gunfire-1-dead/

On January 30, U.S. Army Specialist Kaza Bradley and Air Force/Air National Guard veteran Dr. Daniel Lee attended a protest against ICE in downtown Los Angeles. Bradley said she showed up because of her belief in the oath she took to serve the country.“I am enraged,” she said, referring to the effects she believes Donald Trump’s policies have had on American citizens.Dr. Lee echoed that sentiment and spoke about the moral conflict some military members experience when government actions appear to clash with the values they swore to defend.“What they’re doing is at odds with who they are as a person,” Lee said.Neither of them could have predicted that weeks later, Trump would join forces with Israel and launch attacks on Iran. Their comments now raise even deeper questions about duty, loyalty, and the meaning of the oath military members swear to uphold.Hear more of their perspective in this episode of The Jackie Rae Show.Check out the Jackie Rae Show live Monday - Friday from 11am -12:30pm PST. https://www.tiktok.com/@UCmgSF_20UxMJI0Uwd0W-BtQ

Every year, Long Beach claims to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.But last year, community leaders said the celebration missed the mark — failing to reflect the core of King’s life’s work: the liberation of Black people.In response to that criticism, Sixth District Councilmember Suley Saro helped restructure the event, bringing community members into planning committees.

A new promotional video was released featuring African American Cultural Center board president Darick Simpson and Dr. Autrilla “Sheba” Gillis of The Sixth.The video emphasizes fairness and inclusion for all residents — but omits any direct reference to Black liberation, Black excellence, Black history, or Black pride, despite these themes being central to Dr. King’s legacy and the reason this celebration exists in the first place.

Requests for comment sent to Saro’s office have gone unanswered. Committee members have voiced concerns — but mostly behind closed doors.

So the question remains:Why is it so difficult to explicitly name Black liberation in a celebration honoring Dr. King? And who will fight to change it?

This isn’t about optics.It’s about truth, accountability, and whether Long Beach is willing to honor Dr. King’s legacy all year round, without watering it down.

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What happened in Long Beach is not just a local story — it’s a reflection of racial tensions and unhealed wounds playing out in communities across America.On Monday, Latino gangs in Central Long Beach defaced the Martin Luther King Jr. statue with racist graffiti and death threats. Some saw it as a targeted threat toward a specific Black gang. Others recognized it as something deeper — an attack on Blackness itself.This isn’t just graffiti. It’s a warning.A reminder of what happens when anti-Blackness festers unchecked.In this episode, we unpack:How local acts of hate reflect national patterns of racismThe complicated history between Black and Latino communitiesWhy “unity” without accountability is fragileWhat real solidarity requires — from all of us.🎧 Listen. Share. Confront the truth. Because what happens in one city is a mirror for us all.📍 Learn more at JackieRaeTV.com📲 Subscribe for more conversations on race, power, and community.#AntiBlackness #MLK #RacialJustice #CommunityPower #Unity #Activism #BlackAndBrownSolidarity #RacismInAmerica #LongBeach #JackieRaeTV #Equity #SocialJustice #ThisIsAmerica

The fight against racism in the workplace isn’t just personal — it’s systemic. ✊🏾In this powerful conversation, Anthony Holmes and attorney Christian Petronelli break down Holmes’ four-year battle against alleged discrimination and retaliation inside the City of Long Beach.From public reprimands to legal action, Holmes is refusing to be silenced. His case sheds light on a broader pattern that impacts Black workers across industries.👉🏾 Read the full story at JackieRaeTV.com👉🏾 Like, Follow, Share & Subscribe to support independent journalism.#AnthonyHolmes #LongBeach #BlackWorkersMatter #JackieRaeTV #PetronelliLaw #SystemicRacism #WorkplaceDiscrimination #LongBeachPolitics #JusticeForAll #BlackVoices #CivicPower #WorkersRights

Long Beach resident Amie Lowery-Luties is a licensed therapist determined to make therapy affordable for everyone. Her mission has led her to not only recommend a highly effective alternative to traditional methods but also ensure that it's accessible to as many people as possible.A growing body of research suggests a new therapeutic approach called the Flash Technique (FT) could revolutionize how clinicians treat traumatic memories. Developed within the preparation phase of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, FT allows individuals to reduce the emotional intensity of disturbing memories—often in just minutes—without having to fully relive them.Instead of focusing directly on the trauma, clients concentrate on a positive, engaging activity while intermittently “flashing” their eyes as prompted by a therapist. This process appears to grant the brain brief, calm access to the memory, enabling it to be reconsolidated with less emotional charge.Luties says her passion for the work comes from a desire to make therapy more accessible. “That's where my passion always came from," she explained. “Trying to make affordable options and doing pro-bono work. And volunteer work.” She believes therapy is essential, and affordability is just as important. “There are people who are not lazy, who are really hard workers who just weren't given the same opportunity for whatever reason,” she said.Luties uses a variation called Four Blink Flash Therapy, which works similarly to EMDR but with some differences. “You watch a YouTube video,” she said. “The only rule is that it can't have to do with what you’re working on.” For example, if someone is trying to heal from a divorce and was married on the beach, they should avoid videos that include the ocean or sand.For Luties, the results with Four Blink Therapy have been striking. “It’s put me out of business with a lot of clients,” she joked, noting that the method often allows her patients to laugh instead of cry their PTSD away. “That is the most freeing and cool feeling that I’ve ever experienced in my 30 years of being a therapist.”Researchers have adapted the method for group settings, children, highly dissociative clients, and even without the blinking or bilateral stimulation used initially. The approach has been effective in easing symptoms such as anxiety, avoidance, and intrusive thoughts, and in improving psychological quality of life.While scientists are still exploring the exact neurological mechanisms, early models suggest FT taps into brain systems that allow trauma processing without triggering an overwhelming fear response.Experts caution that more controlled trials are needed, but the results so far point to FT—and variations like Four Blink Flash Therapy—as promising, low-intensity alternatives for those struggling with traumatic memories.Luties believes the world would be a better place if everyone had access to mental health care. In that spirit, she and Therapy Shortcut—the site that offers Four Blink Flash Therapy—are offering a special promotion to JackieRaeTV.com readers.Therapy Shortcut typically offers Four Blink Flash Therapy for $20 per month with a seven-day free trial. However, by using the following link, readers can receive a 30-day free trial and a discounted membership rate of just $15 per month. (https://www.therapyshortcut.com/30-5/?utm_source=148)In the end, Luties has one goal: to help as many people as possible. “I believe a majority of our issues could probably be solved if people had easy access to mental health,” she said.

It is rare that a journalist can speak to the growth of the WNBA not just from the perspective of coverage, but from its very conception.

Christine Brennan began her career as a sports journalist by breaking barriers. After receiving her master's degree from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University, she became the first female sports reporter for the Miami Herald in 1981.

While working for the Washington Post in 1985, she broke the NFL's gender barrier and began covering the Washington Football team—almost three decades before the franchise dropped its racially insensitive name and became the Commanders.

"There were moments when people did not want me around," Brennan recalls. "Even the coach, Joe Gibbs."

Brennan says Gibbs did not believe a woman should be in the locker room. "This was '85 and the NFL was the last of the big leagues to have an equal access policy."

Eventually, her professionalism turned the tide, even winning over Coach Gibbs—begrudgingly. Brennan recalls Gibbs saying, "I personally don't believe it's right, but I've been told we're doing it. So we will do it. She will be treated right, and that's the end of the conversation."

Since then, Brennan has covered countless athletes and events, including Tiger Woods, Venus and Serena Williams, and multiple Olympic Games.

While her comprehensive sports coverage is impressive, it is her reporting on the WNBA since its infancy that gives her a unique perspective on the league's evolution.

She covered foundational players like Sheryl Swoopes and Cynthia Cooper as they helped establish the league as legitimate and highly competitive. Legends like Lisa Leslie, Maya Moore, and Candace Parker paved the way for today's stars like Napheesa Collier and A'ja Wilson, who have set the benchmark for excellence in the league.

Yet without winning a single championship in college and without a single playoff appearance so far, the name most synonymous with the WNBA right now is Caitlin Clark.

From her long-shot three-pointers to buzzer-beaters in college, Clark became a fan favorite. But she also became a flashpoint for racists and homophobic fans to share their ideals. 

Clark is the star who has ushered in sold-out arenas, lucrative TV deals, and higher endorsements across the league. A white player from middle America has walked into the house built by Black women and captured mainstream attention in unprecedented ways.

In her new book "Her Game: Caitlin Clark and the Revolution in Women's Sports," Brennan asks poignant questions about race, recognition, and the complexities of the WNBA's newfound popularity.

The central question she explores: If everything about Clark's game remained the same but she was Black, would she receive the same level of mainstream attention and endorsement opportunities?

The resounding answer is no — but she sees this moment as growing pains for a promising WNBA future rather than an insurmountable problem.

In this episode of the Jackie Rae Show, Brennan discusses her groundbreaking career, the role of race in sports coverage, and what the WNBA could have done better to protect its players during this period of explosive growth.

Dr. Sharifa Batts, the newly appointed president of the NAACP Long Beach chapter, joins The Jackie Rae Show to discuss her bold vision for revitalizing the chapter and restoring it as a powerful force for equity and justice in the community.

From political advocacy and fair housing to veteran support, youth outreach, and celebrating Black culture, Dr. Batts is committed to transforming the chapter into a beacon for change. In this intimate and inspiring conversation, she shares how the community can get involved, what challenges lie ahead, and why now is the time to reignite the mission.

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📢 Staying Informed in the Trump Era: With misinformation spreading faster than ever, how do we separate fact from fiction? Jackie Rae dives into the challenges of keeping up with accurate information under the Trump administration and beyond.⚡ Why Politicians—Black or White—Fail the Black Community: No matter who's in office, the same systemic issues persist. Jackie breaks down the historical and modern-day reasons why politicians continue to disappoint Black voters.🔥 Meet Anthony Holmes: A Changemaker in Long Beach: While politicians make promises, real change comes from the ground up. Find out how Anthony Holmes is shaking up the status quo and making a real impact in his community.👉 Don't just watch—join the conversation! Drop a comment below and let us know: Do you think politicians will ever truly serve the Black community?🔔 Subscribe for more raw, unfiltered discussions on politics, culture, and community impact! #JackieRae #BlackCommunity #Politics #AnthonyHolmes #stayinformed 👇SUBSCRIBE HERE / @jackieraetv Like the video (it helps a ton!)Comment below to share your opinion!Share the video.Visit our website for more: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.jackieraetv.com/⁠⁠⁠For Business Inquiries: [email protected] Tuned On Us Social Media :» Instagram - / jackieraetv » Facebook - / jackieraetv » Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/jackieraetv⁠⁠⁠» LinkedIn - / jackieraetv » TikTok - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/⁠⁠⁠ @JackieRaeTV #longbeachcalifornia #longbeach #politics #JackieRae #donaldtrump #UnitedStates

On this episode of The Jackie Rae Show, get to know Iyore Odighizuwa. An actress, voice-over artist, and, above all, a masterful storyteller. Discover her journey, her unique creative process, and the powerful role forgiveness plays in her life and work.

We also dive into crucial conversations about the state of Black unity heading into 2025 and the importance of supporting reliable local journalism in these ever-changing times. Don’t miss this empowering and thought-provoking discussion!

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