Representing Persons Before the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights in Tanzania Nationwide — The Law Office of Zulu Ali (ZuluAliLaw.com), a Black-owned law firm based in Riverside, California, has announced that it has expanded its practice to Africa representing Persons before the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights in Tanzania. The African…
Special to California Black Media Partners “Lettin’ the cat outta the bag is a whole lot easier n’ puttin’ it back in.”—-Will Rogers Shocking. Shameful. Unconscionable. Intolerable. These are just a few of the terms used by those in reaction to word that a 12 year-old child was restrained by Sacramento police officers who then…
Shirley Ann Shirrells, daughter of the late Anne E. Shirrells, civic leader in San Bernardino, died peacefully after a long illness at her home in Pasadena, CA, April 8th, 2019, at the age of 83. With her were her son and daughter. Shirley moved to San Bernardino as a child with her mother and sister,…
By Defender News Service A California principal is suspended amid backlash over a photo showing a few teachers posing and smiling with a noose — an image she shared with the school staff. Linda Brandt, who heads Summerwind Elementary School in the Los Angeles suburb of Palmdale, California, reportedly shared the photo in an email…
The Growth of the Black Population: 1625: 23 1648: 300 1671: 2,000 1680: 3,000 1700: 16,390 1720: 26,559 1730: 30,000 1740: 60,000 1775: 210,000 SLAVE LAWS PASSED IN VIRGINIA: 1640 — 1660: The Critical Period: Custom to Law when Status Changed to “Servant for Life” 1639/40 – The General Assembly of Virginia specifically excludes blacks…
Los Angeles area residents owe nearly $51 billion in student loan debt, according to a recent study by Experian Appropriations bill increases funding for federal student aid programs by $492 million WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Representative Norma J. Torres (CA-35) announced that the Fiscal Year 2020 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Related Agencies Appropriations…
By Tanu Henry | California Black Media Black civil rights groups in California are knuckled up in a battle of principles as the state Assembly and Senate prepare to vote on a set of three charter school bills this week. The state chapters of the National Urban League (NUL) and the National Action Network (NAN)…
Three key programs aimed at providing services to elderly, disabled and homeless individuals received national recognition this month. From providing coordinated healthcare to better mapping homelessness to higher prosecutions of elder abuse, the National Association of Counties (NACo) acknowledged how these programs improve the lives of Riverside County residents. Riverside is the tenth most populous…
By S.E. Williams Washington, D.C. – Last month, The Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) in partnership with Hennessy & Co., introduced the Hennessy Fellows Program. The new initiative commits an unprecedented $10M to be awarded to high-achieving graduate students. The fellowship awards will be available to students in a variety of undergraduate majors from liberal…
By Mark Hedin, Ethnic Media Services SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Fear, distrust and even anger at the federal government are among the obstacles the 2020 Census must overcome to reach an accurate count, especially of immigrants and communities of color, most experts agree. For Native Americans, the ethnic group with the highest undercount of…
Charges and Lawsuits Filed This Week Allege Illegal Conduct Against Workers in 15 Cities LOS ANGELES— Emmanuel Flores has been working as a cashier at a McDonald’s in the San Gabriel Valley since 2015 and was told by a supervisor that he was one of the most valuable employees. He worked close to 40 hours…
SB 24 Would Remove Barriers to Abortion Care for UC and CSU Students SACRAMENTO – As other states continue to ban or severely restrict abortion, the California State Senate today approved the “College Student Right to Access Act” by Senator Connie M. Leyva (D-Chino) that will ensure access to medication abortion on California public university…
“I’ve always thought of business as a contact sport. I’m not going to play just in the Negro Leagues. I’m always going to play in the global leagues,” said Byron Allen. By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia One year ago, Byron Allen made a historic purchase of The Weather Channel for $300 million…
Policy change made to reduce future payouts in lawsuits The Riverside County Board of Supervisors today approved new risk management controls aimed at driving down legal fees. The move will reduce the county’s future exposure to lawsuits, increase accountability and improve transparency to residents. Last May, the Risk Management Steering Committee was created to manage…
By Sabrina Joy Stevens, Truthout I was devastated when I saw the news that Alabama passed a near-total abortion ban set to take effect in six months if not challenged. My husband is from Alabama, and it’s a place I’ve come to love as well. Yet it’s impossible not to consider how different our lives…
By Dallas Post Tribune Staff The European Parliament’s recent ban on single-use plastic products was hailed as a positive step in the world’s battle against climate change.Yet at the same time, younger generations around the world want to see more government action. Deeply concerned about their future as dire forecasts of a worsening environment continue,…
Congratulations — the moment you have worked so hard for is finally here! You are ready to walk across that stage, grab that diploma and begin the rest of your life. But life can be complicated, and it’s imperative to have the important things — like your health — covered. Graduation can mean coming off…
May is National Stroke Awareness Month WASHINGTON D.C.—This month, as millions of individuals and organizations join together to raise awareness on stroke and work to reduce the incidence of stroke, U.S. Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) is spearheading the effort in Congress to increase stroke research funding and improve the prevention, detection, and treatment of stroke….
By Vince Faust Did you know there are over 65,000 known germs, but only about 1,400 cause disease? The four major types of germs are bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa. They can infect our bodies and cause disease. There is a difference between infection and disease. We can be infected without being diseased. An infection…
MIRAMAR, Fla.—(BUSINESS WIRE)— Ross University School of Medicine (RUSM) today celebrated its commencement ceremony at the Watsco Center in Coral Gables, Florida, and recognized 789 graduates, who join RUSM alumni practicing medicine in all 50 U.S. states and globally. Vivian W. Pinn, M.D., was the keynote speaker. She was the inaugural full-time director of the…
SB 22 Supported by Survivor Rights and Law Enforcement Organizations SACRAMENTO – Without a single ‘No’ vote, the California State Senate passed legislation earlier today authored by Senator Connie M. Leyva (D-Chino) that will require law enforcement agencies and forensic laboratories to promptly analyze and test all newly collected rape kit evidence in California….
2019 HIGH DESERT JUNETEENTH AWARDS GALA Join us for an elegant evening with awards presentations recognizing prominent people in the community. The event highlight features includes special guest performances, fine dining and dancing. The honorees are Southwest Gas Corporation, Desert Community Bank, McKay’s Mortuaries, Delta Sigma Theta High Desert Alumnae Chapter, Women of Nobel Character…
By Lauren Victoria Burke, NNPA Newswire Contributor During what will likely be seen as one of the most memorable graduation presents for parents and their children — a quiet African American billionaire delivered a welcomed surprise. At their graduation on May 19, investor and chemical engineer Robert Smith announced he would pay off the student…
By Sentinel News Service The Los Angeles Rams and National Football League announced that the club will return to London and host the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, Oct. 27 at Wembley Stadium. Kickoff is slated for 10 a.m. Pacific Time. This year’s matchup marks the 14th meeting between the teams, with their last game taking…