In the swirl of mom life, Laura Cameron found a creative thread that grounds her — and it’s modern magic! From sardine tins to Taylor Swift-inspired patterns, this South Bay mom and founder of Mason June Canvas Co. is giving needlepoint a fresh twist.

Newlyweds Kara Jeong and Alvin Zhao captured hearts at the Manhattan Beach 10K just a week after their wedding. Wearing matching “Just Married” shirts, the couple ran hand-in-hand, spreading joy and inspiration.

Volunteers across the South Bay teamed up with Coastline Cares on Nov. 9 to clean up blighted properties, helping homeowners in need and transforming neighborhoods.

Filmmaker B.C. Jones drew inspiration from his pandemic experience with his pregnant wife to create "The Red Hourglass," a horror short about a devout virgin who, after a mysterious encounter with a black widow spider, becomes inexplicably pregnant, attracting a sinister cult to her home. Filmed entirely in Jones's Gardena residence, the production faced unique challenges, including adapting the home into a set and managing a tight shooting schedule to accommodate family needs. The film has received positive feedback, winning Best Horror Film at the Oregon Screams Horror Film Festival and screening at events like HorrorHound and Nightmares Film Festival.

In the heart of San Pedro, The Garden Church transforms an urban lot into a lush, open-air sanctuary. Here, community members gather to worship, garden, and share meals, embodying radical inclusion and service. This unique space fosters connections and nurtures the soul.

The South Bay area is brimming with family-friendly events from November 22 to December 2, 2024. Check out some highlights to enjoy with your loved ones.

Follow six middle schoolers from the South Bay as they form Rock band at Coast Music's summer Rock Band camp.

Hundreds of homes in the Rancho Palos Verdes area are without basic services after landslide movement forced utility companies to suspend service. Residents are now relying on generators, solar power, and whatever resources they can cobble together to keep the lights on.

Twelve-year-old Gabriel Callan fell in love with marine life after attending a school camp at the Catalina Island Marine Institute, but the high cost of the summer camp seemed out of reach. Determined to make it happen, Gabriel took on neighborhood jobs—walking dogs, weeding gardens, and recycling—rallying his community around his dream. With help from neighbors like Karen Cohen, who supported him while facing her own challenges, Gabriel raised enough to return to camp, where he thrived, made friends, and deepened his connection to the ocean. His story highlights the power of determination, community support, and the joy that comes from following one’s dreams.

Hi, I’m Chelsea, a Lawndale mom and local journalist. I created Uplift South Bay to share the positive stories of kindness and resilience happening in our community. If you know of something wonderful, big or small, send it to UpliftSouthBay@gmail.com. Let’s spread some light, one story at a time!