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The City of Hawthorne Welcomes FIFA World Cup 2026

There’s no denying that there has been excitement in the air for well over a month. Visual signage is in place throughout the city, from artwork on electrical/utility boxes to high-flying banners and other markings on the sidewalks and bus stops.

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The City of Hawthorne Welcomes FIFA World Cup 2026

There’s no denying that there has been excitement in the air for well over a month. Visual signage is in place throughout the city, from artwork on electrical/utility boxes to high-flying banners and other markings on the sidewalks and bus stops.

The City of Hawthorne Welcomes FIFA World Cup 2026

There’s no denying that there has been excitement in the air for well over a month. Visual signage is in place throughout the city, from artwork on electrical/utility boxes to high-flying banners and other markings on the sidewalks and bus stops.

IN MEMORIAM: Rest in Power: Hip-Hop Legend Rob Base Dead at 59

Rob Base, born Robert Ginyard and one half of the legendary hip-hop duo Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, at age 59 after a private battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy rooted in the 1988 anthem It Takes Two and a pioneering role in bringing hip-hop and house music to mainstream audiences.

COMMENTARY: Using Art, Healing, And Community to Transform Mental Health Dialogue

Music filled the air as families danced through the crowd, children gathered around activity stations, and community members explored wellness resources from local organizations. Black-owned businesses lined the streets while people stopped for chair massages, conversations, and moments of connection inside the wellness suite.

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