By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Human trafficking – whether in the form of forced labor, sex trafficking, or other offenses – counts as an abhorrent abuse of power and a profoundly immoral crime that strikes at the safety, health, and dignity of millions of people worldwide,” President Joe Biden said in…
By Genoa Barrow | Sacramento OBSERVER Senior Staff Writer After the coronavirus cut a swath through the African American community in 2020, we continued to experience a great deal of loss this year. From honored celebrities whose careers we’ve followed for decades to everyday folks who were largely unknown until they left this world, we…
The Monday after Christmas, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shortened its COVID-19 quarantine recommendation by half. That same day, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on Twitter that California will follow suit, recommending a five-day isolation period instead of the state’s former guidance of 10 days. “California will align with the CDC’s updated guidelines…
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent A new poll revealed that parents continue to express “legitimate concerns” about violence in schools, increased bullying, and a lack of mental health resources. Alarmingly, the poll released by the National Parents Union found that 59 percent of parents are very or extremely concerned about how…
The Covid-19 pandemic upended many family dynamics but one positive consequence of this upheaval: Parents shared more dinners and read to their children more often, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2020 Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP). Many families spent extra time together in spring and summer 2020, when lockdowns were in place…
Antonio Ray Harvey | California Black Media An advocacy group that fights for fair political representation of African Americans in California says it is pleased with the results of the state’s recent redistricting process. Last year, the California Black Census and Redistricting Hub coalition, a.k.a. the Black Hub, led a grassroots initiative to ensure the…
Tanu Henry | California Black Media People who the state of California had a hand in forcing or coercing to undergo vasectomies or get their tubes tied are now eligible for compensation. The payments will come from a $7.5 million state fund. Some of those victims, both men and women, were sterilized without their consent…
By Nsenga K. Burton, NNPA Newswire Culture and Entertainment Editor In 2021, the box-office did not disappoint with outstanding films on the big screen and streaming apps like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu and Apple TV +. Films like Jane Campion’s The Power of the Dog, Denzel Washington’s A Journal for Jordan, Ridley’s Scott’s House of…
Rhina Ramos “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom God’s favor rests.” NIV Luke 2:14 The arrival of Jesus is the desire of peace for our hearts and for the earth. It is the gift of heaven to the people waiting for a messiah. That is why…
First African American Chair in 27 Years Sacramento, CA – California State Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon (AD – 63) appointed Assemblymember Chis Holden (AD – 41) as Chair of the California State Assembly Committee on Appropriations. “I thank Speaker Rendon for appointing me as Chair of the Appropriations Committee,” said Holden. “I appreciate his confidence…
The 42nd Annual Black History Parade and Unity Festival Saturday, February 5, 2022 in Downtown Anaheim Accepting parade talent, vendors, sponsors Presented by the Orange County Heritage Council WHAT: The 42nd Annual Orange County Black History Parade & Unity Festival Parade Route: Starts at Anaheim Blvd/Lincoln Avenue, marches south to Water Street and return to…
January 4, 2022 by Colleen Tressler Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC The news is filled with images of long lines at in-person COVID testing sites and reports of limited supplies of at-home test kits. It’s not a surprise that, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, fake and unauthorized at-home testing kits…
SACRAMENTO – Senator Connie M. Leyva (D-Chino) today issued the following statement: “For the past seven years, I have had the incredible honor of representing the residents of the 20th State Senate District. During that time, I have worked on and passed groundbreaking legislation to empower survivors of rape and sexual assault, strengthen enforcement of…