Manny Otiko | California Black Media Some California legislators want to shorten the standard American workweek from 40 hours to 32. But critics of the proposed law say it will hurt productivity and slash business’ revenues. Assemblymembers Cristina Garcia (D-Bell Gardens) and Evan Low (D-San Jose) introduced Assembly Bill 2932 in February. The legislation aims…
Aldon Thomas Stiles | California Black Media Last week, in Redlands — a San Bernardino County city about 63 miles east of Los Angeles — U.S. military vets joined Assemblymember James Ramos (D-Highland) at a rally in support of Assembly Bill (AB) 1623. The legislation would implement a statewide tax exemption for military retirees. Jeff…
Jacquelyn Rodriguez, Public Affairs Officer jdrodriguez@sbcda.org SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, Calif. – The San Bernardino County District Attorney’s Office has filed charges against Marquel Michael James Cockrell (20) of Adelanto City for his involvement of an alleged shooting that injured a juvenile victim. The incident occurred April 12, 2022 at Victor Valley Mall. The following charges…
By Dianne Anderson In coming to San Bernardino with her Ph.D. in hand in the early 1980s, Dr. Mildred Dalton Hampton-Henry held the beginnings of a novel idea. What if she could reach underserved kids and teens, and show them what it means to be successful – all at a time when local high school…
SBCUSD is now enrolling students for the 2022-2023 school year. And, transitional kindergarten (TK) is now open to children who will turn 5 years old by February 2, 2023. Families can stop by their neighborhood school to enroll children in TK and kindergarten. You can also enroll children in transitional kindergarten and kindergarten by visiting…
By Ben Jealous Black history is American history. That shouldn’t be a controversial statement. But thanks to politicians like Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin, teaching honestly about history is getting downright dangerous. Youngkin got elected in part by embracing a dishonest campaign launched by far-right activists to make parents fear that teaching about racism represents…
Four videos released showing the moments before Lyoya was shot by a Grand Rapids officer. Lyoya’s family calling for the prosecution of the officer. By Kalyn Womack Patrick Lyoya’s family and have called for the termination and prosecution of the officer following the release of the video footage on the incident, reported CNN. Four videos…
APRIL 18, 2022, LOS ANGELES, CA—Black and Asian civil rights leaders involved in the aftermath of the unrest in 1992 gathered to discuss past news coverage, how it impacted racial tensions and what members of the press can do to change the divisive narrative. The April 14th virtual panel was convened by Asian Americans…
AOKI, CILP, and SPLC file amicus brief in United States v. Carrillo-Lopez LOS ANGELES, CA – Last Friday, the Center for Immigration Policy, the Aoki Center for Critical Race and Nation Studies, and the Southern Poverty Law Center filed an amicus brief in the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in…
Additional steps help at least 3.6 million borrowers move closer to debt forgiveness, 40,000 borrowers to receive immediate forgiveness April 19, 2022-The Department of Education announced steps that will bring borrowers closer to public service loan and income-driven repayment (IDR) forgiveness by addressing historical failures in the administration of the federal student loan programs. Federal…
Offering Guests a Local Blend of America’s Best Food and Spirits in an Exciting and Social Atmosphere, Eureka! is Set to Open in Ontario on Monday, June 6, 2022 ONTARIO, CA (April 18, 2022) — Making its delicious debut on Monday, June 6, 2022, Eureka! opens in Ontario, across the street from the Toyota Arena….
New York, NY – April 19, 2022 – Today, ALLBLK, the popular streaming service for Black TV and film from AMC Networks, released the trailer for the new millennial dating dramedy, À La Carte. The 6-episode scripted series premiering Thursday, May 12, 2022 from Breanna Hogan and executive producers, Meagan Good (Harlem) and Dijon Talton…
By Lou Yeboah I writhe in pain! Oh, the pain in my chest! My heart pounds within me; I cannot be silent. For I have heard the sound of the horn, the alarm of battle. [Jeremiah 4:19]. Fear and a snare is come upon us, desolation, and destruction. [Lamentations 3:47; Jeremiah 50:22]. “I heard a…
Cheryl Lindsay “My people are destroyed from lack of knowledge.” – Hosea 4:6a NRSV My seventh-grade teacher had a conversation with my mother because she was concerned about a book that she found me reading. She did not object to the book itself but thought it was not age appropriate. My mother relayed this conversation…
Chris Licht says May 2 will be his first day in the new office, last day on the Twitter By Josh Dickey “My last day on Twitter … I’m logging off.” What sane Twitter user hasn’t said this a hundred times? But on Monday, it came from the unlikeliest of sources: Chris Licht, who is…
Garlic has a strong smell, but even a stronger power to defeat disease. Many people have found that garlic can actually relieve the symptoms of high blood pressure and so much more. It not only regulates the circulation, but it also prevents various heart problems and stimulates the proper function of your liver and bladder….
Despite having painful joints, many people are surprised when they’re diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. That’s because the early symptoms of the disabling chronic illness can be easily mistaken for another disease. As the illness progresses, though, it’s common to experience the severe joint pain that’s associated with the autoimmune disorder. Once you’re diagnosed, it will…
3,351 New Positive Cases and 21 New Deaths Due to COVID-19 Reported in Los Angeles County Since Saturday Public Health has updated the Quarantine Order to modify the quarantine requirement for asymptomatic close contacts in the general public. The updated order was effective at 12:01 am last Friday, April 15. Regardless of vaccination status or…
VICTORVILLE., CA-Burning Bush Church in Victorville and VaccinateALL58 hosted a Party with a Purpose Easter Extravaganza. Led by Bishop David Denson, Jr., the community celebrated Easter with a day of family fun, fellowship and wellness. COVID-19 vaccines, boosters and testing were available for ages 5 and older.
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent NNPA NEWSWIRE — According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, another 50,000 women each year have unexpected labor and delivery outcomes with serious short- or long-term health consequences. “Every pregnancy-related death is tragic, especially because two in three of them are preventable,” the CDC…
AMAC Betty Reid Soskin served as a full-time National Park Service ranger for only about 11 years, but her retirement at the age of 100 drew a lot of attention, according to the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. The oldest active ranger worked at the Rosie the Riveter Home Front National Historical Park in…
AMAC Looking for a job? Here’s a very cool employment opportunity that you might enjoy. The Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC] says the U.K. Antarctic Heritage Trust is looking for candidates for several positions at its Port Lockroy base. They’re looking for a base leader, a shop manager, a general assistant to work in…