By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent President Joe Biden will unveil a massive $1.8 trillion federal investment plan that directly supports education, childcare, and paid family leave. The President’s first address to Congress on Wednesday, April 28, comes one month after the administration proposed a nearly $2 trillion infrastructure plan geared toward…
In My Opinion These comments were submitted for reading during the public comment period of the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, April 20, 2021. They were not read aloud during the meeting. As a result, they are published here for your consideration. I hope my open comment regarding the resolution you…
Bo Tefu | California Black Media California lawmakers have approved Assembly Bill (AB) 80 legislation spearheaded by Assemblymember Autumn Burke (D-Inglewood). The legislation will give a $6.2 billion tax cut to small businesses across the state that received loans under the federal government’s Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). California lawmakers approved the bill, they say, to…
This article was originally published August 30, 2018 Gail Fry /Contributor Due to the efforts of Fighting 4 the Tatas Breast Cancer, Inc. CoFounder and Chief Executive Officer Joshlyn Earls, the State of California has declared October 3rd, “Inflammatory Breast Cancer Awareness Day” encouraging public knowledge of a deadly, aggressive and rare breast cancer. In…
San Bernardino, CA – Today, Rep. Pete Aguilar announced that San Bernardino County restaurants are now able to apply for direct federal relief through the Restaurant Revitalization Fund, the $28.6 billion relief fund created by the passage of the American Rescue Plan. Eligible Inland Empire small businesses are encouraged to submit their applications through this…
By Precinct Reporter News In honor of Black History month, the Southern California Black Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the San Bernardino County Museum is hosting its annual Black History Art Exhibit. Because of COVID-19 restrictions, the fourth annual Black History Art exhibit is completely virtual. Use the link provided below to access the…
Property owners have until August 2 to respond Owners of residential or business property in Riverside County who have unclaimed property tax refunds may file to receive reimbursement starting today (May 3). The time period to file will run through August 2. “This is a reminder to all residents to check the Treasurer-Tax Collector…
The value retailer will soon have a new look and new experience beginning with more than 40 of its locations COMMERCE, Calif. – As part of its customer-focused growth initiative, 99 Cents Only Stores today announced it will relaunch the company’s brand, beginning with a new 99 customer experience in many of the iconic Los…
San Bernardino, CA—Rep. Pete Aguilar announced that his office has submitted 10 Community Project Funding (CPF) requests to the House Appropriations Committee. This targeted funding allows Members of Congress to advocate for a maximum of 10 projects that serve the needs of their communities. Recommended by the House Select Committee on Modernization, the CPF process…
By Anisah Muhammad, Contributing Writer, The Final Call (This is the first in an occasional series of articles spotlighting efforts of Blacks to do for self, to own and build their own reality and make their communities safe and decent places to live.) When Virginia Muhammad first started community development in Boston, she built her…
By: Lou Yeboah As ‘Mother’s Day’ approaches, words cannot begin to express the gratefulness and appreciation I feel for you, neither can they define the thanks that I would love to give you for everything you have done for me. Thank you for being the first and most influential role model in my life. Thank…
Bentley deBardelaben-Phillips “It’s been too hard living But I’m afraid to die ‘Cause I don’t know what’s up there Beyond the sky. “It’s been a long A long time coming But I know a change gonna come Oh, yes it will.” Hauntingly compelling lyrics, a soul-stirring musical arrangement, and emotionally charged feelings, swaying between angst…
Nationwide (BlackNews.com) — Founded by Scott Johnson, U Fit The Description is an apparel line that aims to put the spotlight on social justice and equality by fighting against racism and inequality within the community. Though the social injustice and discrimination by law enforcement gained limelight following George Floyd’s assassination, the bigotry is deep-rooted within…
No need to wait in line or even leave home Sacramento – A record number of Californians are avoiding a trip to a Department of Motor Vehicles field office by using the DMV’s online services or a self-service kiosk. Millions of customers have taken advantage of these convenient options, including: 23 million online transactions in…
New site at former Sears building will be operated by OptumServe A new vaccine clinic begins operations Wednesday (May 5) at the Hemet Valley Mall, within the former Sears building. The clinic, which is being run by OptumServe, is located at 2200 W. Florida Ave and will operate from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Tuesday…
The one part of the body that nearly everyone complains about wanting to trim down is, of course, the stomach, the midsection aka your belly. Getting rid of belly fat can prove to be difficult for many of us. Most of us want to try to slim down our belly, but end up losing other…
Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media Anti-tobacco advocates celebrated news last week that the Biden administration is making swift moves toward the complete elimination of flavored menthol cigarettes in the United States. On Thursday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced new rules intended to ban mentholated tobacco products like Kool, Newport, Salem…
Aldon Thomas Stiles | California Black Media California is in the process of rolling out a massive billion-dollar rental relief program. It is designed to help people who fell behind on their rent due the global coronavirus pandemic recover. But many renters, including Black Californians who lease residential property, may not know about the state’s…