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Los Angeles Times
29 minutes ago
- Los Angeles Times
Tom and Ethel Bradley house among Black heritage sites in L.A. designated cultural monuments
When Tom and Ethel Bradley moved with their two young daughters into a modest three-bedroom home in Leimert Park in 1950, Black people were restricted from buying houses in the neighborhood. The Bradleys had to purchase the home through a white buyer likely affiliated with the American Civil Liberties Union, recalled their oldest daughter, Lorraine Bradley, who was almost 7 years old at the time. 'It was the very first time that a Black family moved into Leimert Park,' said Lorraine, explaining the immediate historic significance of the home, and adding that her parents were brave people who believed integration was essential to equality. 'My parents understood the implications of that. They were willing to sacrifice themselves in many regards.' For the first year, white children on the street wouldn't play with Lorraine or her 5-year-old sister, but that slowly changed and the family became accepted in the neighborhood. It helped that Tom was a police officer, said Lorraine. Tom and Ethel explained to their children that, 'unless people understood and lived with you, they would only look at you racially and not as a person,' said Lorraine. The 1,282-square-foot home — where the Bradleys lived until 1977, when Tom became the first Black mayor of Los Angeles and moved the family into the 10,000-square-foot Getty House — is among six buildings of deep importance to Black heritage in L.A. that have been designated Historic Cultural Monuments as part of a project led by the Getty in collaboration with the City of Los Angeles' Office of Historic Resources. 'We are thrilled for everyone to recognize the courage that my parents took to move to that neighborhood,' said Lorraine. 'Somebody had to, so my dad and mom decided it was them.' The additional sites to receive landmark status are Stylesville Barbershop & Beauty Salon in Pacoima; St. Elmo Village and Jewel's Catch One in Mid-City; the California Eagle newspaper in South L.A.; and New Bethel Baptist Church in Venice. The designations are the culmination of ongoing work done by African American Historic Places, Los Angeles, which was launched by the city and Getty in 2022 with the goal of identifying, memorializing and protecting the city's Black heritage and history. Each site will receive its own plaque. Celebrations are set for later this month at the Bradley residence, St. Elmo Village and Jewel's Catch One. Stylesville is planning a party for a later date. AAHPLA hosted a kickoff event at St. Elmo Village in 2023, but work to create the project began in 2020 after the murder of George Floyd when many cultural organizations, including Getty, began reevaluating the ways they were highlighting and interacting with Black history, art and heritage, said Rita Cofield, associate project specialist at the Getty Conservation Institute and AAHPLA project leader. Getty soon decided to implement an initiative focused on African American heritage in L.A. and began looking for partners in the community who could help best identify each unique location. In some cases, unless you have roots in a particular community, you won't have the depth of understanding to realize that even though a particular building looks commonplace — or isn't built in high architectural style — that it's actually extremely important, said Cofield. The plaques, in conjunction with the program, will help further establish the locations and their history in the popular imagination — and also serve to protect the sites from harm or demolition. 'If you see a plaque with the date and the importance of it, you'll get some sense of just what this neighborhood was — what this building was or still is,' said Cofield. 'So you connect with it on your own. You can investigate on your own at any time and it's accessible.' Angelenos and visitors to the city can now make a day out of touring the sites. In the process, they will learn about how the California Eagle — established by John J. Neimore in 1879 — was home to one of the oldest and longest-running Black-owned and operated newspapers in the country; how St. Elmo Village is still a thriving arts community and center for community activism; how Stylesville barbershop is the oldest Black-owned barbershop in the San Fernando Valley; how Jewel's Catch One was the oldest Black-owned disco in the U.S., as well as one of the city's first gay nightclubs to open its doors to LGBTQ+ people of color; and how the establishment of New Bethel Baptist Church marked the early days of Black migration to the Oakwood neighborhood. Moving forward, AAHPLA will continue to seek out sites that would benefit from landmark status, while also investing in Pacoima, Oakwood and the Central Avenue corridor — famous for its vibrant jazz and music scene — in order to develop better cultural preservation strategies. 'We really want to celebrate intangible heritage too,' said Cofield. 'How do we do that? Do we do it through schools, through murals? So we're really working with those neighborhoods, to think of strategies to celebrate and highlight African American heritage.'
CNET
29 minutes ago
- CNET
No Excuses — Clean Your Air Conditioner. Here's How
Summer is well underway and with how hot it was last year, you'll want to keep your air conditioner on to ensure you have a peaceful cool summer season. But the real question is how well does your air conditioner perform? After all, if you run your AC for a long time, allergens, hair and dust can begin to accumulate in the air filter. This is why regular cleaning of AC units is necessary, just like other appliances. Neglecting your AC by not cleaning it can lead to energy waste and increased costs. As heating and cooling account for the largest share of home energy use, and with a CNET survey reporting that 78% of Americans are concerned about rising energy bills, maintaining your system is more important than ever. With the rising costs of, well, absolutely everything thanks to inflation, it's more crucial than ever to save where possible. A CNET survey revealed that 93% of Americans are concerned about inflation, and given the current situation in the US, many of us will struggle to get by. If you plan to continue using your air conditioner, ensure it's operating efficiently to avoid high electricity bills. CNET Changing the filter on a regular basis is the most important factor in ensuring your AC delivers as much cool air as possible but there are other ways an AC gets dirty and backed up. Giving your AC a full cleaning on a regular basis will ensure it lasts as long as possible and functions as it's supposed to. It's important to change the filter regularly, as it is key to keeping your AC working efficiently and providing plenty of cool air. Besides that, your AC can get dirty and clogged in other ways, which is why giving it a thorough cleaning often will help it last longer and perform at its best. For other ways to help keep you cool throughout the summer, check out our window AC buying guide. We also have guides and how-tos on how to fix a noisy air conditioner and how to tell if it's time to replace your AC. Read more: Lower Your Electric Bill This Summer With These Air Conditioning Tips Gather your AC cleaning materials You'll need a few items from around the house to give your air conditioner a thorough clean. Before you get started, grab the following materials: Compressed air Drip tray to place beneath your unit Fin comb Mild soap or detergent Reusable cloth Screwdriver Spray bottle filled with 3% hydrogen peroxide Warm water 1. Clean the filter A dirty filter is the No. 1 reason AC units stop working properly. mphillips007/Getty Images Cleaning the filter inside your window AC unit is the most critical thing you can do to keep it working smoothly. It's a good idea to wash the filter monthly, even if you don't clean the entire appliance. Here's how to do it. First, make sure your air conditioner is unplugged, then take off the front panel and remove the filter. If it's covered in dust or hair, use a vacuum to clear away as much debris as you can. From there, wash your filter with warm, soapy water and set it out to dry. Wait until it's fully dry before putting it back into your window AC unit. It's also a good idea to replace your air conditioner filter regularly. The exact frequency will depend on how much you use your AC and environmental factors but you should strive to swap your filter out every six weeks to six months. 2. Wipe down the grill and exterior Wiping down the front grill can help air flow your filter is drying, wash the grill with warm water and mild detergent. Or if you don't want to wash it, you can instead use a damp reusable cloth to wipe it down -- just make sure to clean thoroughly in between the gaps where air comes out. Let it dry completely before reattaching it. Once you've cleaned the grill, wipe down the top and sides of the air conditioner. Take care to get inside small spaces where it's easy for dirt and dust to collect. Wait until the grill and exterior are fully dry before running the unit. 3. Dust off the fins and coils Don't forget the back of your AC unit if you can get to it. Screenshot by David Watsky/CNET Now it's time to roll up your sleeves and get inside your AC unit. You don't need to dust the fins and coils every time you clean your air conditioner but most manufacturers recommend doing it quarterly or semiannually. First, take a fin comb or soft bristle brush and gently comb the aluminum fins inside your AC. Take your time during this process because the fins bend easily and can be sharp. If you notice any bent fins, gently move them back into place. Next, spray your can of condensed air inside the unit to dust off the coils. You should be as thorough as possible to remove any debris that could be preventing your appliance from working correctly. 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Clean out the tray and drain Finish the interior clean of your window AC unit by emptying the drip tray and clearing the drain. To remove debris or dirty water from your tray, grab a wet-dry vacuum (if you have one) or a damp cloth and pull out everything that's collected inside. Leave it to dry before reassembling. Finally, check the drain to see if anything is blocking it. Use your cloth to wipe around the opening and make sure there's a clear pathway for water to exit your unit. 5. Reassemble and spray cleaner on your unit A clean AC unit will power you through the hottest summer days. Martin LaMonica/CNET After you've cleaned and dried everything, it's time to reassemble your window AC unit and give it a final spray to prevent mildew from growing. Grab your hydrogen peroxide spray bottle and apply the solution to the areas where air flows in and out. Wait for the peroxide to dry before using your appliance -- and you're done. Not only will you breathe in cleaner and colder air but you'll extend the life of your air conditioner as well. Final tips In addition to cleaning it regularly, there are other steps you can take to keep your air conditioner in proper working order. For instance, remove it from your window and store it inside during the winter months or when you won't be using it for long periods of time. If this seems like more work than you're willing to put in, you can always hire a professional to clean your window air conditioner for you. To find someone, ask your friends and family for referrals or check with reputable service providers in your area. Whether you decide to bring in an expert or clean it yourself, just make sure to stick to a regular cleaning schedule. At a minimum, clean your filter monthly and spray your unit with hydrogen peroxide to fend off mildew. FAQs What is the most important part of the AC to keep clean? The filter is the most important part to keep clean in your air conditioner. It can easily become clogged with hair, dust and other debris, and this can affect the AC's cool air flow and energy efficiency. How often should I be cleaning the inside of my air conditioner? You should be cleaning the inside of your air conditioner at least twice a year, according to most AC manufacturers.
CBS News
30 minutes ago
- CBS News
Colorado veteran says dog saved his life while he was sleeping
It's out on the Coyote Creek Golf Course in Fort Lupton, where you might catch a glimpse of Hank Ford, riding the links in his golf cart while serving as the course's Marshall. Ford, however, is never on the course alone. "He gets me out of my own mind, said Ford. He's referring to his 3-year-old service dog, Tommy. "When he showed up, it was an instant bond. It was fast," said Ford. It's a pairing the Army and Marine Corps veteran never knew would be the key to changing his life. "I've got 20 years in the military, 11 years active, and the rest of it was reserves," said Ford. "Then, I was a lieutenant down at the penitentiary in Florence, so the prison… it just took a toll on me." Ford struggled for years with PTSD following his service. "I was in Desert Storm, I was in Bosnia when it first broke out, and I was in Operation Iraqi Freedom," said Ford. "With the stress levels after my last tour in Iraq, I actually lost my job and was forced into retirement." Tommy put his life back on course. "He wasn't the light at the end of the tunnel. He was the light," said Ford. "It was a dark place, and he turned it on, and he just completely turned my life around. It's now been two and a half years since Dogs Inc. connected Ford with Tommy. The organization helps train and provide service animals to people who need them most, including veterans. "Our bond is just so strong," said Ford. This past February, he would find out how strong. "He is my hero. [It] kind of chokes me up," said Ford. Ford says it was around 5:30 a.m., after his wife went to work, when Tommy started barking, pawing, and jumping on Ford to wake him up. "I was like, 'Leave me alone, I'm fine, I just wanna sleep,' but he wouldn't give up, so I'm like, OK, maybe he's got to go to the bathroom," said Ford. "I get up top, and all of a sudden I noticed that I'm like dizzy, I'm lightheaded, I'm really weak. But I get to the door to let him out, and he won't go." Tommy kept hitting Ford's chest, so Ford tried to check his heart rate and quickly realized it was higher than normal. He rushed to the hospital. "The docs said, with how bad my afib was, that I wouldn't have woken up or I would've had a massive stroke," said Ford. Ford says the doctors had to shock his heart rate back into rhythm. Through it all, Tommy stayed by his side. "He laid on my chest for hours," said Ford. "I don't know that he knows exactly what was going on, but he definitely knew something wasn't right." Ford says Tommy is a companion, a hero, and an example of why he says service dogs are the answer for veterans and first responders struggling with mental health. "They work. They have a purpose, and he serves that purpose fully," said Ford. "Yeah, he saved my life."
