NNPA NEWSWIRE — Whites are caught with illegal drugs more often. However, according to the new analysis, Whites were more likely to be found with drugs, weapons and other illicit articles, at 20 percent of all searches, whereas Blacks were only at 17 percent and Latinx at 16 percent. The count included both pat-down and…
By Charlene Crowell The nationally televised October 25 funeral services for the late Congressman Elijah E. Cummings, paused partisan debates and revealed how a son of Baltimore worked tirelessly for his constituents and for this nation. In the days since his home-going, I have marveled at how his life’s work somehow brought together officials who…
Ms. Madeline Farlow, one of the community leaders and employee of the Employment Development Department spent time with Social Lites, Inc. of San Bernardino Beautillion Knights on a beautiful fall afternoon on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at the Center for Youth and Community Development. Ms. Farlow addressed goal setting, importance of professional appearance and role-playing…
PRECINCT REPORTER NEWS GROUP — Business and community leaders, educators and students are gearing up for one of the biggest gatherings of the year for the San Bernardino Unified School District to get more students linked to real-world work experience. On Wednesday, November 13, an expected 1,000 business professionals and local leaders will come together…
Nationwide — 8 years ago, Princess Butler was homeless and struggling with debt, but now she is the CEO & founder of Financial Advantage Solutions which has helped more than 600 families around the country become – not just homeowners – but also debt-free. Princess was raised by her grandparents who adopted her from a…
Monthly labs to K-12 students and community give insight into the art of filmmaking SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. – San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC) is giving K-12 students and the community a glimpse into the art of filmmaking with its monthly lab series. The Inland Empire Media Academy (IEMA) series was developed to help students find…
San Bernardino Police Department Donates to Mentor Program San Bernardino— 10/31/19 — San Bernardino Police Department donated to Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy (YVYLA), to help give support to their S.A.M. Program, which stands for Student Achievement Mentor Program. The Department continually strives in its commitment to the prevention of crime, the identification and apprehension…
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Working for the census will allow you to help out your community and earn money at the same time. The U.S. Census helps determine each state’s representation in Congress, how funds are spent for schools, hospitals, and roads, and provides information to guide many decisions made by government agencies, private businesses and…
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia The 43rd stamp in the United States Postal Service’s Black Heritage series honors Gwen Ifill, one of America’s most esteemed journalists. The stamp features a photo of Ifill taken in 2008 by photographer Robert Severi and designed by Derry Noyes, according to the Postal Service. Among the…
The Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law has been conducting a nationwide inquiry into law enforcement with known ties to white supremacist and other organizations with bigoted views. During its investigation, the Lawyers’ Committee presented evidence to Chief Dennis Woessner regarding the association and membership of one of the Department’s police officers with the…
SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond announced today that the California Department of Education (CDE) was awarded a $37.5 million federal Comprehensive Literacy State Development grant. The grant will provide the necessary funds to allow for the expansion of current literacy efforts statewide over the next five years. “Many of the students who are…
Oakland, Calif. – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has authorized the use of federal funds to assist the State of California in combatting the Maria Fire burning in Ventura County. On Nov. 1, 2019, the State of California submitted a request for a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) for the Maria Fire. At the…
Investments will Benefit 1.5 million Residents and Businesses WASHINGTON, Nov. 1, 2019 – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $1.4 billion in projects in 21 states (PDF, 143 KB) to build and improve rural electric infrastructure. “Modern and reliable electric infrastructure has been a…
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Researchers in the NYU study noted that suicide is the second-leading cause of death for teens from all demographics. They found that only accidents kill more young people than suicide. By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia African American teenagers in the United States historically have had lower suicide rates…
Covered California is beginning its statewide marketing and outreach campaign to educate consumers about the open enrollment period for 2020 and the new state subsidies that are available for the first time. New television ads titled “You Shouldn’t Have To,” will begin airing today and focus on the idea that consumers should not have to…
A Midwest Transplant Family is Grateful for a Second Chance a Life November 1, 2019 — As the chill of November sets in, many thoughts turn to holiday planning, Thanksgiving preparations and gratitude. A Missouri family’s ‘Thanksgiving’ will come a bit earlier this month on November 17th as they celebrate their daughter’s two-year ‘transplantaversary’ and…
By ASSOCIATED PRESS | | PUBLISHED: November 5, 2019 at 9:47 am | UPDATED: November 5, 2019 at 9:48 am By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN A black activist who took control of one of the nation’s largest neo-Nazi groups — and vowed to dismantle it — has died amid a legal fight over who would lead the…
New ABF Creative Podcast “Through Her Eyes” Gives Listeners On-The-Ground Perspective From Mothers Of Inner-City Gun Violence Victims Newark, NJ (BlackNews.com) — While the topic of gun violence has become a major talking point during this election cycle, it’s been a continuing crisis in most inner cities. In response, ABF Creative launches Through Her…
San Bernardino, CA— Rep. Pete Aguilar joined Riverside-San Bernardino County Indian Health, Inc. (RSBCIHI) to announce $720,000 in federal funding to establish a services program for victims of crime. The funding will allow RSBCIHI to hire a Victim Services Project Director, a Victim Services Support Specialist and a full-time Mental Health Clinician to establish a…
NNPA NEWSWIRE — Noah Washington, Watchmen, the police must be authorized to use their weapons which are locked in their cop cars. Police have to wear masks because criminals have been targeting them and their families. HBO’s Watchmen is a commentary on the superhero movie renaissance and the global obsession with superhero culture By Noah…
Tickets On Sale Now Ontario, CA (November 1, 2019) – Comedy heavyweight Mike Epps brings “The Fabulously Funny Comedy Festival” to Toyota Arena in Ontario, Calif. on Jan. 31 at 8 p.m. Epps will lead the show with an all-star lineup including Sommore, Lavell Crawford, Gary Owen and Tommy Davidson. The veteran entertainers will bring…
(Perris, CA) – The Riverside County Film Commission found a “dynamite” location for the 20th Century Fox Television Studios pilot “9-1-1: Lone Star.” Many Riverside County residents saw, or heard, the filming taking place along the 215 Freeway near Perris as the 20th Century Fox Television Studios (TCFTV) show filmed a simulated blow-up of an…
By: Lou Yeboah As believers we’ve all been there. We pray, and we pray, and we pray some more, but in return our prayers are not answered, at least when we want them. And this silence can be difficult, frustrating even excruciating. Well I want you to know that you are not the only one…
Michael Neuroth DC Policy Advocate – International Issues Justice and Witness Ministries They shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. (Isaiah 2:4, NRSV) Last week, the United Church of Christ along with the Illinois Conference,…
Temple M.B. Church’s Annual Winter Revival will be held, Monday, November 11th through Thursday, November 14th, 2019 at 7:00p.m. The guest speaker is Pastor Fred Campbell, Senior Pastor of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Redwood City, CA. Temple is located at 1583 W. Union Street, San Bernardino, CA. Please come out and be blessed. For…