By Iqbal Pittalwala RIVERSIDE, Calif. (www.ucr.edu) — Many barriers prevent people from getting tested for HIV, including lack of knowledge, competing priorities during medical visits, and stigma associated with the test on the part of both the patient and provider. Not much is known, however, about what impact age and ethnicity have on HIV testing….
By Lauren Poteat (NNPA Newswire Washington Correspondent) It has been over 100 years since sickle cell disease (SCD), a hereditary blood disorder, was first discovered in the United States. However, despite the many years of research and study, SCD still affects millions of people throughout the world, according to the Centers for Disease Control and…
By Dan Gutfinger Few occasions are more joyous than the birth of a child. But for scores of families, the arrival of a newborn can also augur heartbreak. Each day, nearly 100 U.S. babies are born with congenital heart defects. Many will not make it to their first birthday. Fortunately, several breakthrough technologies have emerged…
Journalists invited to apply for Media Law School 2018 fellowships Working journalists are invited to apply for fellowships to attend Media Law School 2018, to be held Sept. 19-22 in Columbia, S.C., at the University of South Carolina. Media Law School is an intensive seminar that teaches journalists about criminal law and procedure with a…
Corona, Calif.—(August 6, 2018)—When Burger Boss debuts its Pacific Burger at the 2nd annual Pacific Wine & Food Classic on August 18 in Newport Beach, guests will be privy to a generous serving of ranch{er}. Rancher Dan Barnhart of Barnhart Ranch in Philomath, Oregon, will be grilling and greeting guests alongside the owners of his…
(Los Angeles, CA). Sterling Venue Ventures, the owner and operator of five premier live music and event venues throughout Southern California, announces planned expansion with the opening of The Canyon Montclair, conveniently located at Montclair Place. Owner/CEO Lance Sterling comments, “We are ready to roll, and excited to open our new venue.” With the advent…
International Coffee and Tea Chain Invites Community to Attend the Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony August 9, 2018 – 11:00am WHAT: The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®, (www.CoffeeBean.com) a leading global roaster and retailer of specialty coffees and teas, is hosting a grand opening event for the new drive-thru store in Rialto, CA. The event will include…
Follow the Disciples as they experience the life-changing presence of Jesus. Share in the wonder of The Twelve and relive pivotal moments through their eyes as Jesus’ ministry calls them to be “fishers of men.” Performances begin Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 7:30 PM and will continue on weekends through Sunday, September 30, 2018. Performances…
Katie Adams Domestic Policy Advocate We are confronted with injustice every day and sometimes the problems of our world seem too big to confront. But our faith is infused with hope and built on a foundation of action. While it is tempting to disengage from the political process, as people dedicated to creating a just…
By Lou Yeboah I tell you if you tell people truth they will get offended. If you don’t tell people truth they will get offended. Damned if you do; damned if you don’t. You just can’t please people. Listen, Christians must not forbear speaking the truth, for fear of offending others.… Jesus proclaimed truth more…
By Stacy M. Brown (NNPA Newswire Contributor) Ron Dellums, the firebrand former Oakland, California mayor and founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus, who vigorously fought on behalf of the poor and disenfranchised, died on Monday, July 30. Dellums, who helped shaped politics in the Bay Area for decades, reportedly died after a long battle…
Johnson City, TN – One of the most unmistakable voices to ever step onto a concert stage is Grammy winning recording artist, David Phelps . Once a childhood musical prodigy from Tomball, TX, Phelps earned a bachelor’s degree in music from Baylor University. Since then, he has become a nationally celebrated vocalist, whose gifts and…
SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson urged educators, parents, school board members, community leaders and all residents to voice their support for state legislation that will improve mental health services for students. Torlakson is putting a major focus on mental health awareness and treatment, suicide prevention, and school safety as the Legislature reconvenes August…
Projects Will Provide Improved Electric Reliability WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2018 – Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $345.5 million in 20 infrastructure projects (PDF, 121 KB) to improve rural electric service in 14 states. “Delivering reliable and affordable electricity to power rural America will help lay…
By Bettie Bell Gamma Omega Chapter‘s Youth Group dreams came true during Eta Phi Beta Sorority’s 15th Biennial Youth Conference held in Memphis Tennessee, on July 23-27, 2018. The youth group had an opportunity to participate in the career advancement and self improvement workshops that were offered, as well as attend several educational museums such…
SACRAMENTO – “President Trump may dial up his efforts to mislead the American people into believing climate change is a hoax created by the Chinese, but we Californians laugh at such lunacy because we know — without doubt or reservation — that the fate of the planet is at stake. Building critical public infrastructure and…
By Ed Adamczyk July 30 (UPI) — Firefighters in Northern California are getting a better handle on the deadly Carr Fire, but they still have a long way to go, authorities said Monday. Six people have died so far in the wildfire, which started a week ago and took a surprising turn into the city…
Black Youth Are Taking Up the Mantle of Leadership in America By Jeffrey L. Boney (NNPA Newswire Political Analyst) Without being given much direction, Black youth have seemingly taken matters into their own hands, relative to their future here in America, by strategizing, organizing and mobilizing. Whether on social media or through community activism in…
Millions of minority voters threatened by electoral purge By Greg Palast for Al Jazeera America Election officials in 27 states, most of them Republicans, have launched a program that threatens a massive purge of voters from the rolls. Millions, especially black, Hispanic and Asian-American voters, are at risk. Already, tens of thousands have been removed…
Workshop will help college administrators gather community input on the college’s future and strategic direction. SAN BERNARDINO, California—San Bernardino Valley College invites members of the community to attend its annual Campus/Community Meeting, a public workshop to gather input on the college’s strategic direction. This event is free and open to the public, with free parking…
Devonte Kilgore will be graduating next spring with an associate’s degree in administration of justice. SAN BERNARDINO, California—San Bernardino Valley College student Devonte Kilgore, 23, of Fontana, admits he had doubts along the way about what it takes to get through college. One thing he didn’t want to be was another statistic – unless he…
The Charleston Chronicle/NNPA/ESSA For years I’ve done an annual story about the Kids Count report. The report is compiled by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, a national organization that since 1948 monitors and reports on the well-being of children. My former editor, Jim French used to provide me a hard copy of the report each…
An algorithm that can already detect fake news stories with 75 percent accuracy gets a boost from Snap Research. By Holly Ober RIVERSIDE, Calif. (www.ucr.edu) — A University of California, Riverside, computer scientist has received reinforcements in his battle against fake news. Snap Research, the research division of Snap, Inc., has made a $7,000…
