Riverside County Public Health officer orders schools closed to avoid potential COVID-19 exposure

Current case count is 11, additional three cases announced Riverside County Public Health Officer Dr. Cameron Kaiser today ordered the closure of the county’s schools as officials continue to step up the fight against the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). “To further prevent the spread throughout the county, effective Monday, March 16, I am ordering a…

St. Mary Medical Center to begin patient screening outside Emergency Department entrance

APPLE VALLEY (March 17, 2020) – As a safety precaution — and in accordance with infection-prevention protocols, including surge-management solutions — St. Mary Medical Center will begin to conduct patient screening just outside the Emergency Department (ED) entrance of the hospital. This designated area will allow staff to more efficiently cohort patients with similar symptoms,…

The Riverside County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder will be closing its offices to the public

The Riverside County Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder will be closing its offices to the public, effective Wednesday, March 18th, 2020 until further notice. We are joining other government agencies in closing their facilities in an effort to protect the public and slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus.  While our offices will be closed to the public,…

Brandman University to Host Webinar for K-16 Educators Switching to Online Lessons Due to Coronavirus

IRVINE, Calif. (March 16, 2020)– Brandman University educational technology expert Kimberly Greene, EdD, will deliver a free webinar providing guidance to instructors who are transitioning from face-to-face to online lessons in the midst of coronavirus-related school closures. Educators across the country are closing school districts and colleges to reduce the spread of the novel coronavirus…

Low Income Workers

Low-wage Californians worry they will be laid off as coronavirus transforms economy By Manuela Tobias, Fresno Bee Low-wage Californians worry they will be laid off as coronavirus transforms economyBy Manuela Tobias, Fresno BeeMary Ellen Sanchez, a single mother of six in Fresno, works as an in-home supportive service provider for two women. One is paralyzed…

Holy Week Revival

New Hope Missionary Baptist Church celebrates Holy Week with services Palm Sunday, April 5 through Easter, April 12, 2020. An exciting focal point is the three night Revival, Monday throughWednesday,7pm,featuring nationally acclaimed Pastors known for their inspiring gifts in preaching and teaching. Lecturer: Dr. Fredrick Fairley, Sr. of Berean Baptist Church, Phoenix, Arizona and Revivalist:…

Black Press of America Celebrates 193 Years of Freedom-Fighting Journalism

By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia From Freedom’s Journal to The North Star to John Abbott’s Chicago Defender, African American-owned newspapers have sparked fires for truth and equality that have burned with the passion for fighting for freedom throughout history. Monday, March 16, 2020 marks the 193rd anniversary of the Black Press…

Treasurer Fiona Ma Offers Resources to Small Businesses Affected by COVID-19

SACRAMENTO – California State Treasurer Fiona Ma today announced she has launched a resource list for small business owners affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The list is located here http://bit.ly/stosmallbizlist. It includes resources from the federal, state, and local governments, nonprofits, and the private sector. The list contains information on grants and loans, tax deadline…

CDC Removes Data on Number of People Tested for Coronavirus from Website as Infection Numbers Spike

By Lauren Victoria Burke, NNPA Newswire Contributor On March 2, the Center of Disease Control abruptly postponed a press briefing on COVID-19, also known as coronavirus.  Later in the day it was discovered that the CDC removed the number of people being tested from a page on their website with other coronavirus information. CDC spokesperson…

San Bernardino School District Honored For Energy Savings

Cenergistic presents the Energy Excellence Award to the SBCUSD Board of Education San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) is celebrating a 44 percent reduction in Districtwide energy consumption, which earned it a prestigious Energy Excellence Award from Cenergistic. The Energy Excellence Award is given to Cenergistic clients who have reached noteworthy financial savings from…

Rep. Torres Urges Better Coordination to Avoid Exporting Needed Medical Supplies

Heated Exchange with Export-Import Bank Chair Highlights Head-In-Sand Mentality as Coronavirus Spreads WASHINGTON, DC – Congresswoman Norma J. Torres (CA-35) implored Export-Import Bank Chair, Kimberly Reed, to avoid supporting exports of critically needed medical supplies like hand sanitizer and face masks to China as coronavirus spreads across the United States. In a tense exchange during…

Former LA City Councilman Surrenders to FBI for Obstructing an Investigation into His Illegal Trips and Escorts

Statement by Kathay Feng, Executive Director of California Common Cause Former L.A. City Councilman Mitch Englander’s indictment on corruption and federal obstruction charges today justifies robust anti-corruption and campaign finance laws at City Hall, and closing all loopholes in the ban on contributions by real estate developers. “Businessperson A” was identified in the indictment as…

Who runs the world”? Phenomenal women! The San Bernardino County 52nd Black History Parade and Expo honored phenomenal women

The morning before the parade, the phenomenal honored guest where appropriately invited to the Jessie Turner community center (Jessie Turner organized the first San Bernardino County Black History Month Parade in 1968) for a breakfast reception, at which time they took part  in a sash presentation, awarded by Diane Hall presenter for Rialto / Fontana…

Posting of Unofficial Election Results – 2020 Presidential Primary Election

4:00 p.m. Posting of Unofficial Election Results – 2020 Presidential Primary Election (Link)https://www.sbcounty.gov/rov/elections/results/20200303/ Ballots remaining to be processed (Link)https:// http://www.sbcountyelections.com/Elections/2020/0303/ResultSchedule.aspx Next posting results: March 10, 2020, 4:00 p.m. Advisory: The voter turnout percentage for the Democratic Party’s Presidential Preference Contest is not correctly reflected on the County’s election results summary reports. On the report, in…

West Valley Water District Board President Takes Immediate Action To Improve Financial Responsibility And Accountability

RIALTO, CA – In an effort to continue the improvement of financial responsibility and accountability standards at the West Valley Water District (WVWD) Board President Channing Hawkins announced a series of immediate actions effective immediately. WVWD Board President Channing Hawkins stated, “We have made great strides but there is a lot more work for us…

Riverside County health officials announce three new novel coronavirus cases (COVID-19) in Coachella Valley

Riverside University Health System-Public Health is announcing three new cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Coachella Valley. Dr. Cameron Kaiser, Riverside County public health officer, said health investigators believe the three infections were either the result of travel into areas where COVID-19 has been confirmed, or contact with a known case. Two of the…

Awareness of challenges faced by people with disabilities is only the first step

By Mike Thirtle, Ph.D. This March we celebrate the 33rd Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. In 1987, President Ronald Reagan issued a public proclamation that called on all Americans to provide individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities “the encouragement and opportunities they need to lead productive lives and achieve their full potential.” As a country, we’ve…