The words "Justice for Mahsa Amini" have illuminated the Beverly Hills City Hall since Sept. 29, in honor of the 22-year-old Iranian-Kurdish woman who died in police custody in Tehran on Sep. 16 after being detained by the "morality police" for violating the government's hijab
Part One, in the Sept. 30 issue, featured Caruso. In this week's installment, the Courier speaks with Rep. Karen Bass, the former Chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, who has represented California's 37th Congressional District since 2011. Bass previously served in the California State Assembly
The incident took place on March 23 in broad daylight on South Beverly Drive.
The Sept. 29 espresso-fueled gathering took place at Caffe Roma on Canon Drive.
The dealer will feature cars by Lotus, the British sports car maker that last year announced it was pouring the equivalent of $2.8 billion into producing electric vehicles.
The sold-out gala featured a cocktail and hors d'oeuvres reception, live auction and awards presentation. Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD) Chief Mark Stainbrook presented nine awards recognizing BHPD personnel, as well as community members.
The new Team BH members will have the opportunity to explore several aspects of local government through presentations, field trips and interactive demonstrations.
A helicopter dramatically soared over City Hall as part of the production, circling the building, threading between the rustling palm trees and surrounding structures.
On Sept. 25, runners and walkers of all ages gathered at Roxbury Park to participate in the second annual Beverly Hills Run of the Stars Marathon. The 5k was sponsored by Not Today Cancer, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to raising funds for cancer research.
On Sept. 29, City Hall was illuminated with the message "Justice for Mahsa Amini," in honor of the life and legacy of a 22-year-old Iranian woman who died in police custody in Iran.
