By Jenise Griffin The facts are troubling. One in five adults are diagnosed with a mental health condition. That’s over 46 million people. Of the 46 million, more than half do not receive treatment. Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Suicide is now the No. 10th leading cause of death in the United…
When it comes to having access to quality health care, minorities still lag behind their white counterparts, research shows, and that can include dental and orthodontic problems that get postponed or go untreated. “This is a huge problem because regular checkups and care are critical to keeping your teeth and gums healthy,” says Dr. Bobbi…
*Community-based organizations and clinics will receive a total of $6.3 million in grant funding to help people enroll in quality health care coverage. *The 105 organizations reflect California’s diversity and will target populations that are hard to reach, uninsured and eligible for financial help through Covered California. *Approximately 89 percent of Californians live…
By Rev. Clenard H. Childress, Jr Nationwide (BlackNews.com) — The seductive tactics of evil institutions are often cynical and certainly deplorable. The psychopathic gestures or practice subliminally mocks its intended victims and brings a sadistic satisfaction to the demented individuals who perpetrate such acts. Thus it was in NAZI Germany during The Holocaust. Unsuspecting victims…
He oversees nation’s farm policy and he has bone to pick with UGA trade deal study By Secretary Sonny Perdue The Macon Telegraph and the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer The University of Georgia recently published a study claiming the new United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement would cost some Georgia vegetable and fruit growers revenue and jobs. The sensational assertions…
Wildlife officers from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife are investigating a suspected mountain lion attack at the Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve in San Diego County. On Monday, May 27, in the afternoon, wildlife officers responded to the park where a 4-year-old boy was treated by San Diego Fire-Rescue after sustaining a non-life threatening…
Nationwide (BlackNews.com) — BlackWoman.Biz is tackling the low sales revenues of Black women-owned businesses with an online community to learn, mentor, buy, and sell. The new program for Black women entrepreneurs will launch with 10,000 member businesses that make a commitment to give and get support. The goal this year is to create thousands of…
California, Hawaii and Pacific Island Territories Expected to Receive Total of $1.6 Million SAN FRANCISCO – As the nation heads into the summer beach season, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has begun awarding up to $9.24 million across 39 states, territories and tribes to develop and implement beach monitoring and notification programs. Upon meeting…
By Carlye Wisel Disneyland has introduced a new annual pass that will have guests reserving entry into the California theme parks up to 30 days before their visit. The Disneyland Flex Passport, which offers both unrestricted and reservation-based admission on select dates annually, will cost $599 when it debuts May 21, 2019. It’s not just…
By Sierra Porter For 30 years, Rebecca Crews stood by her husband, Terry, as he built his acting career. Her support allowed the starring actor to appear in films like “Friday After Next,” “White Chicks,” and “The Longest Yard.” However, for the Gary, Indiana native, and mother of five, the money, accolades, and popularity that…
Michael Readinger President and CEO, CHHSM In the 1986 cheesy horror flick, The Fly, Geena Davis’ character whispers this warning about a scientist turning into a large fly. The movie may have been comical, but there is certainly a lot to be afraid of in this world. And we are often afraid. Very afraid. The…
By: Lou Yeboah The Bible says Christ will come like a thief in the night, when you least expect him. It will happen in the twinkling of an eye, with the sound of a trumpet… Continuing things as you have. What willful ignorance! You must be ready at all times. Listen, Isaiah the prophet was…
By Dwight Brown, NNPA Newswire Film Critic Young pianist/songwriter Reginald Dwight (Targon Egerton) gets some good advice from a very wise soul singer (Jason Pennycooke, Mister Lonely): “Kill the person you were born to be, to become the person you want to be.” If that couldn’t goad the very staid Dwight into creating his new…
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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…
