By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia In January, eyebrows were raised after a photo released by CBS revealing the correspondents scheduled to cover the 2020 presidential election for the network did not contain one African American journalist. The snafu led to a meeting with Rep. Maxine Waters, Chairwoman of the powerful House Financial…
By Aaron Brilbeck OKLAHOMA CITY – A bill that would allow teachers and other school staff to carry guns without special training advances to the Senate floor. Right now, school personnel can carry guns concealed on campus if they have the permission of their districts; if they have completed CLEET training and possess a valid…
Anika Reed, USA TODAY John Singleton, the Oscar-nominated director and screenwriter behind films like “Boyz n the Hood” and “Poetic Justice,” has died after being taken off of life support following a stroke earlier this month, the Associated Press reported Monday. “It is with heavy hearts we announce that our beloved son, father and friend,…
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. – The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has reviewed the case involving Jackee Contreras, 29, of Apple Valley and Jennifer Contreras, 29, of Apple Valley. As a result of the investigation, the District Attorney’s Office filed 1 count of PC 187(a); Murder, each against Jackee Contreras and Jennifer Contreras. The…
By Charlene Crowell April 25, 2019 If you’re like me, every time you hear a news reporter or anchor talk about how great the nation’s economy is, you wonder what world they are living in. Certainly these journalists are not referring to the ongoing struggle to make ends meet that so much of Black America…
Gentrification is now at the center of debate for students and neighbors on and off HU’s campus. By Kyra Azore This is more than just about race; it’s also about respect. (Photo courtesy of Howard University, Washington, DC by Nikolaus Fogle, 2010) For more than 150 years, Howard University has been located on sacred land….
The PAL Center and PAL Charter Academy held its annual State of Youth Employment Event on April 18, 2019. During this event, various community and state leaders met and spoke about the importance of positively engaging our San Bernardino youth in employment opportunities. The question was, “What are you doing about youth employment?” Dwaine Radden…
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia On Earth Day, U.S. Senators Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Tom Carper (D-DE) announced the creation of the Senate’s first-ever Environmental Justice Caucus to call Congress’ attention to the many environmental justice issues affecting our nation. The caucus will raise awareness of the many environmental…
Washington, D.C. – Judge Damon Keith, the longest serving African-American federal judge in U.S. history, passed away at his home in Detroit, Michigan on April 28, 2019. A graduate of West Virginia State University, Judge Keith earned his law degree from Howard University and went on to obtain a Masters in Law from Wayne State…
Joe’s Gourmet has partnered with Inland Seafood to offer the ultimate fried catfish experience in more than 1,200 Food Lion locations nationwide Nationwide (BlackNews.com) — Joe’s Gourmet has proudly announced a partnership with Inland Seafood and the launch of a new product line now available in the seafood section in over 1,200 Food Lion locations….
Homeless and low-income individuals and families can access a variety of supportive services and information during the Project Connect outreach event in Barstow on Wednesday, May 8, 2019, hosted by the San Bernardino County Homeless Partnership and collaborative partners. The event will provide free medical screenings, legal services, housing support services, child care information and…
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia According to reports, Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has beefed up security following the vicious attacks she’s received and even news reports that paint her as un-American. What’s worse, the attacks stem from tweets made against her by President Donald Trump. “The criticisms of Congresswoman Omar, what Trump has…
Roughly a quarter of patients overdue for screening mailed the completed kits back within two months. Penn News Service PHILADELPHIA – Colorectal cancer is the second deadliest cancer in the United States, and just six out of 10 adults in the age range recommended for routine screening—50 to 75—reported having it done in 2015. When…
Every 90 minutes someone is diagnosed with ALS WHAT: You’ve heard of the Ice Bucket Challenge, but “Do You Know ALS?” This May, ALS Awareness Month, the Muscular Dystrophy Association and Dr. Matthew Harms are shedding light on the disease that affects 400,000 people worldwide, with an individual being diagnosed every 90 minutes with no…
SACRAMENTO – The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) today urged Californians to make sure they are protected against measles. Vaccination is especially critical for those who plan to travel internationally. In 2019 to date, there have been 38 cases of measles in California. This is an increase of 15 cases from last week, and…
By Sierra Porter When Atlanta natural hair stylist Chimere Faulk heard about Chasity Jones’ discrimination case, and similar stories, it moved her to create her natural hair care brand Dr. Locs. African American hairstyles have been a huge topic of debate in corporate America for a long time. Not only have there been issues in…
Company AIMS TO TRIPLE SPEND WITH DIVERSE SUPPLIERS OVER NEXT 5 YEARS Oakland, CA (April 29, 2019) – Blue Shield of California has set new targets to dramatically increase the amount of business it does with suppliers of goods and services from diverse businesses, including those owned by minorities, women, disabled veterans and the LGBT…
California agriculture will have no silver bullets in a fight to survive global warming Avatar Published on April 22, 2019 By Larry Buhl Last month the U.S. Drought Monitor declared California drought-free for the first time since 2011, thanks to a series of winter storms. But the long-term prognosis is for more droughts and severe…
MaryBeth Yannessa President of Animal House Project was a guest recently WWDB 860 “Interesting People” radio show. She was interviewed by Sarah Walker, who is also associate producer of the show. She reported on how to donate and volunteer at Animal House Project, upcoming golf events, and how the charity benefits families and their animals….
By Tanu Henry | California Black Media African-American children are California’s lowest performing group of students, only above students with special needs. Only 2 percent of Black kids in the state attend schools that are considered “high performing.” And only 10 majority African-American schools, located mostly in hard-to-count, high-poverty census tracts around the Bay…
Sacramento, CA – Assemblymember Chris Holden introduced Assembly Concurrent Resolution 78, to express the will of the legislature in PG&E’s bankruptcy proceedings. The resolution has 21 coauthors. “PG&E’s bankruptcy will have a ripple effect that impacts everyone across the state,” said Assemblymember Chris Holden. “There is a lot at stake, and we want to make…
San Bernardino, CA (April 30,2019): The Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy (YVYLA) is pleased to announce receipt of a $15,000 grant from the Wells Fargo 2019 Grants Program. Funds from this grant will be for our Workforce Training and Development Center located inside the CAPSBC facilities. As one of the nation’s leading logistics hubs, San…
By Rollingout.com LL Cool J opens up about how cancer has touched his family LL’s wife, Simone Smith, was diagnosed with chondrosarcoma, a rare bone cancer, in 2004, and had to undergo a 15-hour operation to have her right tibia removed and replaced with her left fibula, a steel rod, screws, nails and micro veins…
Tanu Henry | California Black Media African-American churches, mosques and other religious organizations are among vulnerable non-profits in California eligible to apply for security grants after Gov. Gavin Newsom approved $15 million in emergency funds this week to help religious and community based groups protect themselves against hate crimes. The governor made the announcement two…